Where Innovation Begins
THE INSTITUTE
UKF College of Engineering & Technology
UKF College of Engineering & Technology, located at Parippally, Kollam, is a forward-looking institution dedicated to academic excellence, innovation, and societal impact. Set in a serene and student-friendly campus, UKF provides an environment that encourages learning, creativity, and research-driven thinking.
Approved by AICTE and affiliated to APJ Abdul Kalam Technological University, the college offers industry-relevant engineering education with a strong focus on emerging technologies, sustainability, and ethical values. UKF continuously strives to shape technically competent and socially responsible professionals.
THE ACADEMIC UNIT
School of Computer & Information Science
The School of Computer & Information Science at UKF College of Engineering & Technology is a dynamic academic hub focused on computing, digital innovation, and real-world problem solving. The school emphasizes strong foundations in computer science while actively promoting hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technology-driven solutions.
Through workshops, hackathons, industry interactions, and research initiatives, the school nurtures creativity and technical excellence among students. With a commitment to innovation and sustainability, the School of Computer & Information Science plays a key role in preparing future-ready professionals for an evolving digital world.
Eco-Focused
Build solutions that directly impact our environment.
Team Efficiency
Teams of 2-4 members collaborating for high impact.
Offline Mode
Experience the energy of a live hackathon at UKF College.
Official Rules
1. Eligibility & Team Formation
- Team Size: 2 to 4 members.
- Composition: Inter-college/department teams allowed.
- Registration: All members must register before deadline.
- Check-in: Must be present by 09:00 AM.
2. "Fresh Code" Policy
- No Pre-built Projects: All code must be written during the event.
- Resources: Open-source libraries/APIs allowed with credit.
- Pre-work: Wireframes/mockups allowed; no coding.
3. Problem Statement
- Theme: Must address Sustainability.
- Types: Software (Web/App), Hardware (IoT), AI/ML.
- Relevance: Diverging from theme incurs penalty.
4. Development
- Equipment: Bring laptops, chargers, hardware.
- Internet: Wi-Fi provided; mobile hotspot backup advised.
- Mentorship: Available during Session 1.
5. Submission
- Code Freeze: 04:15 PM sharp.
- Repo: Public GitHub or Drive link.
- Pitch: Max 5 slides (Problem, Solution, Tech, Impact).
- Demo: 5 min demo + 2 min Q&A.
6. Code of Conduct
- Zero Tolerance: Harassment/offensive behavior = disqualification.
- Plagiarism: Strictly prohibited.
- Property: Respect venue facilities.
7. Intellectual Property
- Ownership: You own your IP.
- Rights: We may demo for promotion.
Evaluation Criteria
Innovation & Creativity
Is the idea unique? Does it solve the problem in a novel way?
Sustainability Impact
How effectively does it address environmental challenges?
Technical Complexity
Quality of code, use of tech stack, and functional prototype.
Feasibility & Scalability
Can this actually be built and used in the real world?
Presentation
Clarity of the pitch and ability to answer Q&A.
One Idea. One Team. One Submission.
Event Schedule
Registration & Check-in
- Participant verification
- ID / team confirmation
- Seating arrangement
Opening Ceremony
- Welcome address
- Rules & guidelines explanation
- Problem statement briefing
Team Setup
- Team finalization
- Workspace setup
- Mentors introduced
Coding / Development Session
- Ideation & planning
- Development starts
- Mentors available for guidance
Lunch Break
- Refresh & relax
Final Development & Testing
- Feature completion
- Bug fixing
- Preparing demo & presentation
Project Submission
- Code submission
- PPT / demo setup
Project Presentation & Judging
- Team-wise demo
- Q&A with judges
Results & Closing Ceremony
- Winners announcement
- Feedback
- Certificates & closing note 🎉
Epic Prizes
1st Place
Winner
2nd Place
Runners Up
Participation
For All Participants
Note: Phase 1 Registration is Free. Shortlisted teams pay ₹50/head.