Hack4Innovation

Hack4Innovation aims to spark innovation and encourage students to build impactful solutions under Software and Hardware tracks. Tracks Include: Software Track: Public Places / Transport Crowding Predictor Real-Time Signboard Reader for Visually Impaired Personal Protection System Against Social Media Scams Hardware Track: Technology of Cultural Heritage AI-Based At-Home Healthcare Assistant Sports Technology Wearable System Play, Learn, Grow Toys – The Indian Way Organized in collaboration with the student chapters of ISTE, CSI, ISA, and IEEE.Participants will explore two domains - Software and Hardware - each designed to push the boundaries of traditional tech and drive sustainable, and impactful solutions for real-world challenges. Event Details: Date: 28th-29th March 2025 (Final Hackathon Round) Venue: Vivekanand Education Society's Institute of Technology, Hashu Advani Memorial Complex, Collectors Colony, Chembur, Mumbai - 400074 Eligibility: Open to students from any year and branch of B.E./B. Tech programs, Technical Diploma colleges, or Management colleges of Mumbai Suburban Region or Nearby Areas. Software/HardwareTrack: Participating teams are free to choose any 1 problem statement and create a presentation showcasing their proposed solution. Presentation Submission will take place from 14th Feb - 5th  Mar 2026. The teams that have been selected have to appear for the final round on 28th -29 th March at VESIT. Guidelines & Rules: Each team can have a maximum of 4 members. Code of Conduct:  Maintain respectful behavior toward all participants, organizers, and staff. Ensure the cleanliness of the venue. Misuse of property will lead to disqualification. Teams must stay on campus for the full duration of the event. Teams cannot change their problem statement after the presentation round. Each participant must carry a valid college ID card and Government ID proof. Registration fee : 150 per person (Only for Offline round) Event Timeline: 14th Feb: Registration Opens. 5th March: Presentation Submission Deadline. 20th  March: Announcement of shortlisted teams. 28th - 29th March: Main hackathon event. Prizes: 1.5 Lacs