HARDWIRED - The Hardware Hackathon
Atal Bihari Vajpayee-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management
HARDWIRED - The Hardware Hackathon: Stages and Timelines
Round 1 (Online) – Idea Submission
Teams must submit a PPT and video of their prototype. The PPT should clearly highlight the concept, approach, and include images of their prototype.
Round 2 (Final Onsite Round) – Prototype Presentation
Participants must display their working prototype to the judging panel. Presentations will be conducted in three different tracks.
All that you need to know about HARDWIRED - The Hardware Hackathon
A national-level hardware hackathon where innovation meets real-world problem solving. Participants will design, build, and showcase working hardware prototypes aligned with specified tracks.
Round 1 (Online) – Idea Submission:
- Teams must submit a PPT and video of their prototype before 12th September.
- The PPT should clearly highlight the concept, approach, and include images of their prototype.
- Reference for tracks: PDF LINK.
- Reference format of PDF to be submitted (if already submitted, no need to change )
- Based on submissions, shortlisted teams will move to the Final Onsite Round.
Evaluation Criteria (Round 1):
- Innovation & Creativity – How unique and original the idea is.
- Feasibility & Practicality – How implementable the proposed solution is.
- Impact & Relevance – Alignment with real-world problems and usefulness.
- Clarity of Presentation – How well the idea is explained and structured in the PPT.
Round 2 (Final Onsite Round) – Prototype Presentation:
- Shortlisted teams will be invited to our campus.
- Participants must display their working prototype to the judging panel.
- Presentations will be conducted in three different tracks.
- Prizes: Winners will be announced for each track, along with one overall prize across all tracks.
- More details of this round will be shared with shortlisted teams after Round 1.
Participation Rules:
- Team size: 2–4 members.
- Submissions must be original and authentic — plagiarized submissions are highly discouraged.
- Teams must ensure that their final prototype is their original work and can be physically demonstrated.
- The decision of the judges will be final and binding.
Important dates & deadlines?
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12 Sep'25, 11:00 PM IST Registration Deadline
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About Atal Bihari Vajpayee-Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management
- Indian Institute of Information Technology and Management (IIITM) Gwalior was established in 1997 by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Govt. of India.
- It is an effort by MHRD towards building professionals in the fields of management and IT from the same institute.
- The institute was created for facilitating research, consultancy and higher education in the areas of IT and business management.
- Earlier the institute was prefixed with ABV in the year 2002 to honor the then PM Atal Bihari Vajpayee.
IIITM's logo
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- The three ‘I’s not only form the ‘M’ but also the crown of ‘T’. The pattern in whole comprises of three I’s, one M and one T.
- The concentric circles represent the bird’s eye view; a comprehensive approach to training, academics, and consultancy.
- The dot represents the institute’s clear focus on Information Technology (IT) and management.
- Blue color represents knowledge and depth is depicted by its dark shade knowledge.
- The phrase “knowledge is the nectar of life” forms the base of this logo design.
Objectives of IIITM
- Creating an environment of learning and training that enhances knowledge and inculcates a continuous process of self-evaluation.
- Developing innovative study programs and customizing support services in keeping with current demands of the market.
- Channelize IT-enabled solutions towards offering business solutions, achieving economic growth, and establishing social parity.
- Undertaking outreach activities and extension programs that contribute to societal needs.
Values of IIITM
To fulfill their objectives IIITM follows a value-based education system. The values are:
- Freedom of thought and expression
- Human values and ethical practices
- Excellence in learning and research
- Creative and interactive teaching
- Sustainable livelihood and growth