IoT Nexus 2026
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Wednesday, February 25, 2026
to Sunday, March 8, 2026
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2 weeks long
Engineering StudentsUndergraduatePostgraduate
Student only
This hackathons is only open to students. Double check the event page for more information as this may mean only those from a particular university/country are eligible.
Event Type
in person
81
Participants
₹2,200
Prize Pool
7
Est. Projects
Organizers
IoT Nexus 2026:
Department of Computer Science
Coordinators: Rahul Ranjan, Naresh Kumar, Shubham Saini
Briefings Of The Event:
Concept:
IoT Nexus 2026 is a 24-hour hardware buildathon designed to introduce students to practical Internet of Things (IoT) system development.
The event focuses on designing and building working prototypes that interact with the physical environment using sensors, microcontrollers, and cloud platforms.
The objective is to encourage hands-on learning and expose participants to real-world engineering challenges beyond theoretical coursework.
Theme Of The Event:
Theme: “The Sentient Campus: Smart Solutions for a Sustainable Future”
Participants will design solutions addressing real campus challenges such as:
Energy monitoring
Water conservation
Environmental monitoring
Safety and automation systems
Focusing on campus-scale problems ensures feasibility within the event duration while maintaining practical relevance.
Event Flow:
Format: 24-Hour Buildathon
Teams: Maximum 10 Teams
Team Size: 3–4 Members per Team
Event Structure:
Phase 1: Ideation & Problem Selection
Teams identify a campus-related problem
Finalize solution approach
Phase 2: Design & Development
Circuit design and hardware setup
Microcontroller programming
Sensor integration
Cloud dashboard connectivity
Phase 3: Testing & Debugging
Real-time testing of prototypes
Debugging hardware/software issues
Phase 4: Final Demonstration & Presentation
Live demo of working prototype
Explanation of system design and use case
Goal:
To simulate the complete product development lifecycle within a limited time frame.
Technical Setup & Requirements:
Basic Development Kits (Provided):
ESP32 / ESP8266 Microcontrollers
Environmental Sensors (temperature, humidity, etc.)
Breadboards
Jumper Wires
Power Modules
Access to IoT dashboards / cloud platforms
These tools are suitable for rapid prototyping and beginner-friendly experimentation.
Venue Requirements:
Dedicated lab / hall with uninterrupted power supply
Continuous access for 24 hours
Proper lighting and ventilation
Internet connectivity
Tables and seating for each team
Charging points and extension boards
Human Resources:
Event Coordinators
Faculty Mentors
Technical Support Team
Volunteers for logistics and coordination
Judging Criteria:
Innovation
Practical usefulness
Technical implementation
Reliability of the prototype
Clarity of presentation
Preference will be given to solutions demonstrating real-world applicability.
Expected Outcome:
Development of functional IoT prototypes
Improved student engagement in hardware-based innovation
Exposure to real-world problem-solving
Creation of reusable hardware resources for future workshops
Strengthening the culture of practical engineering and interdisciplinary collaboration