Edge AI Hackathon 2026

About the Hackathon:Edge AI Hackathon 2026 is a national-level hardware innovation challenge organized by the IEEE EDS Student Branch Chapter, IEEE Council on Electronics Design & Automation PMEC. The hackathon aims to encourage students to design and implement real-time Edge AI and Embedded Systems solutions using FPGA, Raspberry Pi, Renesas, ESP32, and Arduino platforms.Participants will solve real-world engineering challenges while showcasing innovation, technical excellence, and hardware implementation skills.Prize Pool: ₹45,000Eligibility:Open to B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. students.Team size: 3–5 members.Team members must belong to the same institute.Inter-department and inter-specialization teams are allowed.Competition Structure:Round 0: Online Abstract SubmissionRound 1: Online Software SimulationRound 2: On-site Hardware Implementation, Live Demonstration, and Final PresentationTracks:FPGARaspberry Pi / Renesas KitESP32 / ArduinoProblem Domains:Communication SystemsBiomedical EngineeringImage and Signal ProcessingProcessor DesignDefence and SecurityIndian Knowledge SystemsTeam Details & RegistrationTeam Size: Minimum 3 and Maximum 5 members per team.Registration Fee: ₹1,200 per participant (₹1,000 for IEEE Members).The registration fee includes food and registration kit charges.Free hostel accommodation will be provided to participants.No TA/DA will be provided.Development boards will be provided by the organizers. Teams must bring their own sensors, actuators, modules, and other required peripherals for project implementation.Rules:Projects must be original; plagiarism will lead to disqualification.Each team must select one official problem statement.Abstract submission is mandatory.The decision of the judges and organizing committee will be final and binding.