DESCRIPTION
PEC-TECHATHON 3.0: Pioneering Innovation for a Brighter Future
Welcome to PEC-TECHATHON 3.0, a premier event dedicated to advancing technology and innovation through the exploration of complex challenges across diverse sectors. Our goal is to harness the synergy of technology and creative problem-solving to develop solutions with meaningful, real-world impact. By presenting high-impact problem statements, we seek to inspire participants to engage in strategic thinking and effective collaboration, driving the creation of projects with practical applications and significant societal benefits.
At PEC-TECHATHON 3.0, we recognize and celebrate the potential of every participant to drive meaningful change. Our hackathon is more than just a competition; it's a platform for technologists, developers, designers, and problem-solvers to showcase their skills and tackle impactful challenges. The event fosters a dynamic environment that promotes creativity, innovation, and collaboration. Participants will have the opportunity to learn from peers, receive expert mentorship, and develop solutions with the potential for significant societal impact. Join us on this exciting journey of collaboration and innovation as we work together to shape a brighter future. PEC-TECHATHON 3.0 invites you to embrace the challenge, build valuable connections, and unleash the transformative power of technology. Get ready to make a lasting impact and be part of a community dedicated to empowering innovation!
PURPOSE
PEC-TECHATHON 3.0 is dedicated to tackling specific problem statements across various domains. Our aim is to develop practical solutions that positively impact society, industries, and communities. By presenting real-world challenges, the hackathon encourages participants to work on projects that yield tangible outcomes and implementable solutions.
Overall, PEC-TECHATHON 3.0 aims to inspire participants to think creatively, collaborate effectively, and apply their skills to develop impactful solutions. The event fosters a dynamic environment where participants can showcase their talents, learn from peers, and contribute to meaningful problem-solving.
SCOPE
PEC-TECHATHON 3.0 sets the stage for an exhilarating and innovative hackathon, focusing on tackling specific problem statements across diverse domains. Participants will engage with a wide array of challenges, encouraging creative thinking and the development of practical, real-world solutions. The event is designed to foster technology-driven innovations that positively impact society, industries, and communities.
Participants will have the opportunity to explore various themes, including Artificial Intelligence, Internet of Things, Sustainability, Healthcare, Education, FinTech, and more. The hackathon welcomes students from diverse academic backgrounds, promoting interdisciplinary collaboration and teamwork.
Over the course of the 24-hour competition, participants will benefit from mentorship by experienced professionals, gaining valuable guidance and insights to refine their projects. Networking opportunities will abound, allowing participants to connect with peers, mentors, and potential employers from the tech industry.
At the conclusion of the event, exceptional projects will be recognized and rewarded, inspiring participants to showcase their talents and contribute to impactful problem-solving. PEC-TECHATHON 3.0 promises an unforgettable journey of creativity, collaboration, and technological advancement.
Cognizant CARE
On 25 April 2024, Cognizant proposed to on-board students from II and III year to work on healthcare-based use cases as part of the CARE (Cognizant Academia Research Ecosystem) initiative, offered exclusively to its MoU partner institutions. The company requested one batch comprising four students to work directly at the Cognizant campus, providing them with hands-on industry exposure and mentoring under this collaborative academic-industry program.
On 25 October 2024, the CTS CARE Internship Valedictory Event was held at Cognizant CKC, Shollinganallur, to celebrate the successful completion of the July–August 2024 internship by students from Panimalar College. The event included introductions from Cognizant mentors, student reflections on their experiences, and discussions on the internship’s impact on career readiness and academic growth. Certificates were awarded to the interns, and the event concluded with a networking lunch at Novotel, strengthening ties between academia and industry.
ELIGIBILITY
All Second Year,
Pre-Final Year, Final Year Students and Postgraduate Students from diverse disciplines and departments
within Panimalar Engineering College are eligible to participate in PEC - TECHATHON 3.0
Participants can form
teams comprising of 4 members, encouraging interdisciplinary collaboration
and innovative thinking.
Multiple nominations
from individuals or teams are not allowed.
All Registered
Contestants have to submit solution to problem statements in the ideation template to the college.
Timeline
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8th Sept, 2025 - 11th Sept, 2025
Registration
A maximum of 4 members per team can register for the hackathon. Up to 200 students (50 teams) from 9 disciplines are accepted for participation.
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14th Sept, 2025 - 18th Sept, 2025
Ideation
Problem statements and solutions must be submitted in the ideation template to the college for validation. The top 15 teams will be shortlisted for the next phase.
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19th Sept, 2025 - 24th Sept, 2025
Developing MVP (Top 15 Teams)
Shortlisted teams will develop a Minimum Viable Product (MVP) or Prototype of their solution.
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25th Sept, 2025 - 26th Sept, 2025
Grand Finale
Shortlisted teams will present their final MVP demo to a panel of Cognizant leaders at the college. Top innovators will be honored at the college.
| Problem Statements |
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| AI tool to help with Learning Difficulty: Crafting Tomorrow’s Green Economy
Build an AI tool that can help teachers & parents identify learning difficulties with children
and helps generate personalized content (stories, games, and other aid) that can help the
children cope with their condition and progress with their learning. Should provide options
for language, content, interface etc. Some of the conditions include
o Dyslexia – Difficulty with reading, spelling, and phonemic awareness o Dysgraphia – Trouble with handwriting, spelling, and organizing thoughts in writing o Dyscalculia – Challenges with understanding numbers, math concepts, and calculations o Auditory Processing Disorder (APD) – Difficulty distinguishing and processing sounds o Language Processing Disorder (LPD) – Trouble understanding and using spoken language o Nonverbal Learning Disorder (NVLD) – Difficulty interpreting nonverbal cues like facial expressions and body language o Visual Processing Disorder – Problems with interpreting visual information, such as spatial relationships or visual memory |
| Blockchain-Based Secure Patient Record Sharing System: Shaping the Future of Transit and Travel Help patients securely manage and share their medical records using blockchain technology. By leveraging smart contracts, patients can grant or revoke access to their health data, ensuring privacy, transparency, and tamper-proof sharing across healthcare providers. |
| Predictive Analysis for Hospital Resource Optimisation: Build a real-time dashboard that uses predictive analytics to optimise hospital resources such as oxygen supply, bed availability, and staff allocation. |
| Prompt Compliance Automation: Develop capability (maybe an API) that would check prompt compliance to standards, with configurable rules set to check the compliance of the prompts based on the responsible AI principles. |
| Crowdsourced Problem Solver: Imagine a dynamic platform where students can voice their concerns about campus issues, from broken equipment to safety hazards, and collectively brainstorm solutions or vote on the best ones. Or one that enables citizens to report incidents during natural disasters and organize local assistance through maps and alerts, fostering community-driven resilience. |
| Assistive Tech for Disabilities: Envision a ground-breaking tool designed to empower visually or hearing-impaired students, making it easier for them to navigate the campus and access educational materials seamlessly. |
| Remote Lab Simulator: Develop an innovative virtual lab environment that allows engineering or science students to perform experiments remotely, using realistic simulations to enhance their learning experience. |
| Smart Attendance System: Create an advanced facial recognition-based attendance system that integrates effortlessly with college timetables, sending automated reports to streamline attendance tracking. |
| GenAI for Local Businesses: Build a revolutionary generative AI tool tailored to assist small Indian businesses in crafting compelling marketing content, such as ads, social media posts, and product descriptions, in local languages. |
| AI for Exam Prep: Develop a personalized study assistant that meticulously analyzes past performance and the syllabus, providing customized daily study plans and practice questions to optimize exam preparation. |