Flagship event
HACKVERSE'26
Hackverse'26 is IEDC RCET's flagship hackathon — 24+ hours of building, mentor checkpoints, midnight chai and a demo stage in front of founders and faculty. 27 shortlisted teams have been announced.
When
October 10 – 11
Where
RCET Thrissur, Akkikavu
Prize pool
₹30,000 prize pool
24-Hour Hack Sprint Countdown
Official countdown and briefing protocol. Real-time timer, 3h / 2h / final hour milestone alerts, and complete sprint guidelines.
Guidelines & What to Expect
- Open to all engineering students across colleges, in registered teams of 2–4 members.
- Mentors from top startups and Kerala Startup Mission (KSUM) available round the clock.
- Hardware bench, dedicated workstations, power sockets, and refreshments on campus.
- Winning teams receive cash prizes and fast-track incubation support through IEDC RCET.
Shortlisted Teams
Registrations are now closed. 25 teams have been shortlisted for Hackverse'26. Check if your team made the cut!
Official Rules
Guidelines & Important Instructions
Please read these rules carefully before arriving at the venue. All participants must adhere strictly to these guidelines.
Reporting Time
1:30 PM on 10 Oct. Reach the campus on time. Late entry without prior intimation and a valid reason may lead to spot disqualification.
Plagiarism & Integrity
Plagiarism, copying, cheating, or any violation of the guidelines will lead to immediate disqualification. All projects must be built during the hackathon.
Food & Lunch
No Lunch Provided on October 10. Please eat before reporting or arrange your own meal. Food and refreshments will be provided during scheduled hackathon hours thereafter.
Coding Sprint
3 PM on 10 Oct to 3 PM on 11 Oct (Strict 24-Hour Sprint). Strictly no time extension will be provided under any circumstance.
College ID Card
Carry your valid college / official ID card for registration and physical verification (mandatory for all members).
Hardware & Essentials
Bring your laptops, chargers, extension cords, personal essentials including sanitary napkins, water bottles, and all required hardware/components.
Team Composition
No changes or replacements in team members will be permitted at this stage. If any member cannot attend physically, the team continues without them, but they cannot be replaced.
Project Submission
Submit the code, GitHub repository, and required deliverables before the deadline as per the evaluation criteria.
Final Pitch Deck
Prepare a concise pitch deck. Presentation time is strictly limited, including time for questions from judges.
Medicines & Care
If you take regular medicines or have specific health requirements, make sure to bring them with you. First-aid assistance will be available on campus.
Campus Network
Usage of the provided network will be monitored. Any unauthorized activity will result in network access being blocked. You may also bring your own mobile hotspot.
Closing & Valedictory
The event is expected to conclude around 6:30 PM on 11 Oct, including final evaluations, announcement of winners, and prize distribution ceremony.
Venue & Navigation
How to Reach Royal College of Engineering and Technology
Destination: Royal College of Engineering and Technology, Akkikavu, Thrissur — Kerala.
By Train
Nearest: Thrissur Railway Station
- Alight at Thrissur (TCR) station.
- Take an auto/taxi (~₹200–300) to RCET Akkikavu — approx. 12 km.
- All major trains on the Ernakulam–Shoranur route stop here.
By Bus
Kerala KSRTC / Private buses
- Board any bus toward Guruvayur or Ponnore from Thrissur.
- Ask for Akkikavu stop — RCET is a landmark.
- Frequent private buses from Thrissur bus stand.
By Road
Self-drive / Cab
- From Thrissur town: Head north on NH 544 toward Guruvayur.
- Turn at Akkikavu junction — college is well-signposted.
- Parking available on campus.