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Techno NJR Presents

TECHMANTHAN
2026

Empowering the next generation of creators. Build, innovate, and master the digital frontier at Techno NJR's flagship college hackathon.

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TechManthan 2026 Robot Squad

Registration Deadline

25 March 2026

Main Event

3–4 April 2026

Venue

Techno NJR, Udaipur

Prize Pool

₹10,000

About TechManthan

TECHMANTHAN 2026 is a two-stage hackathon designed to empower the Early stage student developers. It's a platform where code meets creativity, and Jugaad meets engineering excellence — hosted at Techno NJR Institute of Technology, Udaipur.

Problem Statements

Smart City
Data-Driven Decision

AI-Based Smart City Resource Allocation

Cities generate massive data from traffic sensors, weather systems, and public services, but decision-makers struggle to optimize resource allocation...

Build a system that uses data analytics and AI to recommend optimal city resource deployment (traffic management, waste collection, emergency services).

Suggested Tools

PythonPandas / NumPyPower BI / TableauTensorFlow / Scikit-learnStreamlit / FlaskGoogle Maps API

Datasets

  • Smart City Open Data Portal
  • Indian Government Open Data (data.gov.in)
  • Urban traffic datasets (Kaggle)
  • OpenStreetMap data
Fraud Detection
AI in Finance

AI-Based Fraud Detection System

Digital payments are increasing rapidly, but fraud detection systems still struggle with real-time analysis...

Build an AI system that detects suspicious financial transactions in real-time using machine learning models.

Suggested Tools

PythonTensorFlow / PyTorchScikit-learnApache KafkaPower BI

Datasets

  • Kaggle Credit Card Fraud Detection dataset
  • IEEE Fraud Detection dataset
  • Synthetic financial transaction datasets
Finance Coach
Student Financial Innovation

AI Financial Wellness Coach for Students

Students often struggle with budgeting, savings, and financial planning...

Develop an AI chatbot that helps students manage expenses and build financial discipline.

Suggested Tools

LLM APIsPython / Node.jsLangChainMongoDBFlutter

Datasets

  • Student expenditure datasets
  • Kaggle spending datasets
  • Consumer expenditure survey datasets

Ready to Build?

Round 1: Online Project Proposal

Kickstart your journey by submitting a structured presentation of your solution. Focus on the problem statement, your unique technical approach, and the potential impact.

Team Structure

3–5 Innovators

Submission Format

PDF / PPTX

Deadline

25 March 2026

Open Submission Portal View Sample PPT

Event Timeline

March 2026

Registration Opens

Secure your spot in India's most anticipated hackathon.

25 March 2026

Online Submission

Submit your project idea and PPT for initial screening.

30 March 2026

Shortlist Reveal

Top 20 teams selected for the final onsite challenge.

3–4 April 2026

Grand Finale

2-day onsite building session at Techno NJR Udaipur (9 AM – 5 PM).

4 April 2026

Award Ceremony

Winners announced and prizes distributed.

March 2026

Registration Opens

Secure your spot in India's most anticipated hackathon.

25 March 2026

Online Submission

Submit your project idea and PPT for initial screening.

30 March 2026

Shortlist Reveal

Top 20 teams selected for the final onsite challenge.

3–4 April 2026

Grand Finale

2-day onsite building at Techno NJR Udaipur.

4 April 2026

Award Ceremony

Winners announced and prizes distributed.

Judging Criteria

Problem Understanding

Clearly defines the problem with strong context and real-world relevance.

Innovation & Creativity

Highly innovative and unique approach with a touch of originality.

Technical Approach

Clear architecture, suitable AI/ML methods and tools identified.

Dataset & Data Usage

Relevant datasets identified and clearly explained.

Feasibility & Implementation Plan

Clear and realistic development and execution plan.

Impact & Practical Value

Strong real-world impact and scalability of the project.

Presentation & Proposal Quality

Very clear, structured, and professional presentation.

Competition Format

PPT Submission

Round 1 – Online Elimination

Participants must submit a PowerPoint presentation explaining their solution. Focus on problem understanding, technical approach, and architecture.

Deadline: 25 March 2026

Round 1
Round 2
Grand Finale

Round 2 – Onsite Hackathon

Top 20 teams will be invited to Techno NJR for the final 2-day challenge (9 AM – 5 PM each day). Includes expert mentorship and live prototype demo.

Date: 3–4 April 2026

Entry Fee: ₹500 per team

Rewards Worth

₹10,000

Total Prize Pool

Rewarding excellence and innovation. Prizes are allocated per problem statement track for top-performing teams.

Mentorship

Direct access to industry experts and technical architects.

Opportunities

Networking with recruitment partners for internships and roles.

Common Queries

Who can participate?
The hackathon is open to students from all colleges across India. We welcome diverse teams with varied skill sets.
What is the maximum team size?
Each team must have between 3 to 5 members. Inter-college teams are also allowed.
Can we change our track later?
The track selected during your Round 1 submission is considered final as it helps us in efficient mentoring and judging.
Is the project idea required to be original?
Absolutely. Innovation and originality are core judging criteria. Plagiarism will lead to immediate disqualification.
Is there a registration fee?
No, TECHMANTHAN 2026 is completely free for all shortlisted participants.

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