12th Edition Dr. Pradeep P. Thevannoor Hackathon – 2026
IGNITING THE QUEST FOR INNOVATION
The Dr. Pradeep P. Thevannoor Innovation Awards (PPTIA) were instituted by SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, Kerala, India, in 2015 to globally identify, recognize, and celebrate innovative ideas and applications that address the challenges faced by society. As part of this initiative, SCMS School of Engineering & Technology is organizing a Hackathon designed to engage the creative minds of students in Grades 8 to 12 and Polytechnic Colleges.
This event offers a platform for students to propose innovative solutions to specific problem statements while fostering a culture of start-ups and innovation. The hackathon provides an opportunity for students to showcase their ideas with both national and international visibility
PROBLEM STATEMENTS
- AI-Based Road Safety and Accident Prevention
- Future Transport (Vehicle of 2050)
- Green Mobility (Transportation systems that minimize environmental impact)
- Smart Public Transportation
- AI - Based Landslide Prediction and Early Warning
- Smart Flood Monitoring and Emergency Response
- Climate - Resilient Communities
- Portable Foldable Bridge for Landslide Rescue
- AI Solutions for Personalized Learning.
- Assistive Technologies for Senior Citizens and People with Visual, Hearing, Speech or Mobility Impairments.
- Smart Robots for Sustainable Farming.
- AI for Preserving Culture, Heritage and Traditional Knowledge
Registration and Idea Submission
- Registration and Idea Submission: 5th to 30th October 2026
- Grand Finale: November 16th and 17th, 2026
- Registration is open for students in Grades 8 to 12 and Polytechnic students.
Prize Money
Rs. 3.5 LAKH TOTAL PRIZE MONEY
- 1st Prize – Rs. 1 Lakh
- 2nd Prize – Rs. 50,000
- 3rd Prize – Rs. 25,000
Prizes are awarded separately for School and Polytechnic categories.
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Additional Benefits for Winners:
- SCMS tuition-fee scholarships
- 1st Prize – 30%
- 2nd Prize- 25%
- 3rd Prize- 20%
- Winners will be provided space at incubation centres of SCMS institutions.
- Winners will have opportunities for funding and assistance.
The deadline for registration and idea submission is October 30, 2026. Shortlisted teams will be announced in the first week of November, with the final event scheduled for the third week of November 2026 at SCMS School of Engineering and Technology, Cochin, Kerala.
For further information, please contact: +91 94465 03448, +91 97461 77760
School Students
Polytechnic Students
