Evolve the core. Disrupt the system.
SELECT
MAKEATHON
Makeathon'26 is a 36-hour national-level hardware hackathon where participants design and build real physical systems. The event focuses on hands-on engineering, rapid prototyping, and real-world problem solving.
Institutional DNA
Core Infrastructure
About VIT
Vellore Institute of Technology (VIT) is one of India’s leading private universities, accredited with A++ by NAAC and consistently ranked among the top institutions by NIRF. With 40,000+ students and strong industry and international collaborations, VIT provides an ideal ecosystem for innovation-driven events like Makeathon.
About SELECT
Makeathon 26 is organized by the School of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (SELECT), VIT Vellore. SELECT trains future-ready engineers in electrical, electronics, embedded systems, automation, and power engineering, supported by advanced labs and Centres of Excellence in power systems, control, and industrial automation.
Tracks
Challenge Tracks
Choose a track to explore curated problem statements and constraints. Current selection: SEC-01
Technical Report
Motion Matrix / SEC-01
Rethinking Movement. Rebuilding Mobility
LOG_FILE_REF: EV_SYS_TECH_2026_ALPHA.Analyzing technical challenges and mission parameters for the future of electric mobility.
PS_01: Smart EV Charging Infrastructure Optimization
Build an intelligent platform to optimize electric vehicle charging infrastructure by balancing charging demand, charger availability, power grid constraints, and user behavior. The system should minimize waiting times, reduce grid stress, and improve charger utilization across regions or fleets
PS_02: Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communication
Design a system that enables vehicles to exchange real-time data with each other to improve safety, traffic efficiency, and cooperative decision-making without relying on cloud infrastructure.
PS_03: Digital Twin for EV Systems
Create a digital twin of an electric vehicle or its key subsystems using real-world sensor data to enable monitoring, diagnostics, and performance optimization.
PS_04: Low-Cost Sensor Substitution for EV Perception
Design a perception system that uses low-cost sensors combined with software algorithms to replicate or approximate the functionality of expensive sensors used in autonomous or assisted driving.
PS_05: Open Innovation
Propose your own innovative solution related to electric mobility, sustainable transportation, or smart vehicle systems. Bring your unique idea to revolutionize the future of movement.
Technical Report
Motion Matrix / SEC-01
Rethinking Movement. Rebuilding Mobility
LOG_FILE_REF: EV_SYS_TECH_2026_ALPHA.Analyzing technical challenges and mission parameters for the future of electric mobility.
PS_01: Smart EV Charging Infrastructure Optimization
Build an intelligent platform to optimize electric vehicle charging infrastructure by balancing charging demand, charger availability, power grid constraints, and user behavior. The system should minimize waiting times, reduce grid stress, and improve charger utilization across regions or fleets
PS_02: Vehicle-to-Vehicle (V2V) Communication
Design a system that enables vehicles to exchange real-time data with each other to improve safety, traffic efficiency, and cooperative decision-making without relying on cloud infrastructure.
PS_03: Digital Twin for EV Systems
Create a digital twin of an electric vehicle or its key subsystems using real-world sensor data to enable monitoring, diagnostics, and performance optimization.
PS_04: Low-Cost Sensor Substitution for EV Perception
Design a perception system that uses low-cost sensors combined with software algorithms to replicate or approximate the functionality of expensive sensors used in autonomous or assisted driving.
PS_05: Open Innovation
Propose your own innovative solution related to electric mobility, sustainable transportation, or smart vehicle systems. Bring your unique idea to revolutionize the future of movement.
Sector Info
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Event Timeline
MAKEATHON '26 Schedule
Two days of building, pitching, and pushing boundaries at Era Sezhiyan Hall, MG Block 26 & 27 March 2026.
Shortlisting Round
All registered teams will undergo evaluation. Selected teams will be notified via email.
Shortlisting Round
All registered teams will undergo evaluation. Selected teams will be notified via email.
Start of Event | Check-in | Inaugural Ceremony
Teams arrive and register at Era Sezhiyan Hall every team gets their workspace. Inaugural Ceremony is held.
Start of Event | Check-in | Inaugural Ceremony
Teams arrive and register at Era Sezhiyan Hall every team gets their workspace. Inaugural Ceremony is held.
Initial Pitching | Hardware Distribution
Official kick-off with keynote addresses, followed by each team's short introduction and initial pitch. Hardware kits and development resources are distributed.
Initial Pitching | Hardware Distribution
Official kick-off with keynote addresses, followed by each team's short introduction and initial pitch. Hardware kits and development resources are distributed.
Internal Review | Architecture Feedback
Mentors rotate across teams for a guidance review. Architecture feedback, feasibility checks, and prototype guidance are provided during this window.
Internal Review | Architecture Feedback
Mentors rotate across teams for a guidance review. Architecture feedback, feasibility checks, and prototype guidance are provided during this window.
Review Round 1 | Scored Feedback
First formal evaluation round. Judges assess progress, technical depth, and innovation potential. Teams receive scored feedback on their prototypes.
Review Round 1 | Scored Feedback
First formal evaluation round. Judges assess progress, technical depth, and innovation potential. Teams receive scored feedback on their prototypes.
Review Round 2
Second evaluation checkpoint. Teams demonstrate overnight progress, refined prototypes, and updated technical documentation to the panel.
Review Round 2
Second evaluation checkpoint. Teams demonstrate overnight progress, refined prototypes, and updated technical documentation to the panel.
Final Pitching
Teams present their completed projects in a final demo session. Each pitch is timed and scored across innovation, execution, and impact.
Final Pitching
Teams present their completed projects in a final demo session. Each pitch is timed and scored across innovation, execution, and impact.
Top 10 Announcement
The shortlisted top-10 teams are announced. Selected teams prepare for the grand finale showcase in front of the full judging panel.
Top 10 Announcement
The shortlisted top-10 teams are announced. Selected teams prepare for the grand finale showcase in front of the full judging panel.
Winners Declaration & Prize Distribution
Grand finale — winners across all tracks are revealed. Prizes, certificates, and special recognitions are awarded on stage.
Winners Declaration & Prize Distribution
Grand finale — winners across all tracks are revealed. Prizes, certificates, and special recognitions are awarded on stage.
Note|Food and refreshments will be provided at the venue throughout the duration of the hackathon. Stay fuelled, stay focused.