InnoVault IIC DTU

The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at DTU is proud to present InnoVault - IIC DTU, a high-octane, 20-hour offline hackathon scheduled for February 4th and 5th, 2026. Held right here on the DTU campus, this intensive competition invites teams of 2 to 4 members to push the boundaries of technology and creative problem-solving. Whether you are an aspiring hardware enthusiast, a coding prodigy, or a visionary designer, InnoVault provides a premier stage to transform your wildest ideas into functional prototypes within a ticking clock, all while networking with like-minded innovators and industry experts. A unique feature of this year’s hackathon is that some selected participating projects will be uploaded to the YUKTI (Young India Unleashing Knowledge & Innovation) National Innovation Repository (NIR). This flagship initiative by the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell offers students unparalleled national visibility, cataloging their work for government bodies, AICTE, and academic leaders. Beyond mere recognition, the YUKTI portal serves as a massive ecosystem for growth, offering participants access to expert mentorship, potential incubation at reputed centers, and vital connections to Angel Investors and Venture Capitalists. Prizes & Perks: A total cash prize pool of ₹25,000 will be awarded to the top two performing teams. Participation Certificates for all attendees. An opportunity to interact and build connections with esteemed faculty members and experts from DTU along with like-minded participants. Refreshments will be provided for all participants during the hackathon. Schedule: Day 1: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Day 2: 8:00 AM to 7:00 PM Themes: Health Care IoT and Sensors FinTech Open Innovation Idea Presentation Guidelines for Screening Round: Format: A 6-Slide presentation (including Title page, Idea, Technical Approach, Feasibility andViability, Impacts and Benefits, Research and References) must be submitted. The presentationis to be submitted on the platform and will be used for the shortlisting.