PEC HACKS

About

Welcome Innovators

Welcome to PEC HACKS — where innovation meets impact.

Organized by Panimalar Engineering College, Chennai, Tamil Nadu — your gateway to a world of possibilities, where passionate individuals come together to unleash their creativity, solve real-world challenges, and make a meaningful difference.

No sleep. No limits. Just you, your team, and an idea that could change everything.

By the Numbers

18K+ Registrations
500+ Colleges
₹80L+ Prize Pool
80+ Cities
100+ Projects

PEC HACKS 4.0

36 Hours International Level Hackathon Aug 29–30, 2026
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Our Patrons

Guiding the
vision.

The leadership behind PEC HACKS — championing innovation, learning, and impact at Panimalar Engineering College.

Main Patrons

01
Dr. P Chinnadurai
Dr. P Chinnadurai

Secretary & Correspondent

02
Dr. C Sakthi Kumar
Dr. C Sakthi Kumar

Director

03
Mrs. C Vijayarajeswari
Mrs. C Vijayarajeswari

Director

04
Dr. Saranya Sree Sakthi Kumar
Dr. Saranya Sree Sakthi Kumar

Director

Co-Patrons

05
Dr. K. Mani
Dr. K. Mani

Principal

06
Dr. S. Prasanna Devi
Dr. S. Prasanna Devi

Chief Academic Officer

Domains

01
Healthcare Code that saves lives.
Healthcare

Build intelligent solutions for diagnosis, patient care, mental health, and medical research.

02
FinTech Next billion users.
FinTech

Reimagine money, banking, and financial access. Build the infrastructure for the next billion users.

03
EduTech Fix education.
EduTech

Learning is broken. Fix it. Build platforms, tools, and experiences that make education work for everyone.

04
Sustainability & Green Tech Climate & Clean Energy
Sustainability

The planet needs builders, not talkers. Hack for climate tech, clean energy, and systems that make the future worth living in.

05
Open Innovation No constraints.
Open Innovation

No constraints. Build anything that solves a real-world problem. If it matters, it belongs here.

06
School Track High School Exclusive
School Track

Exclusively for high school students. Showcase your potential and build your first world-changing project.

Hackathon Timeline

From registration to the final pitch — here's the full journey to PEC Hacks 4.0.

01 Jul 2026

Phase 1 · Registration Starts

Open registrations across colleges and high schools. Form your team and submit your initial idea.

22 Jul 2026

Phase 2 · Registration & Idea End

Final cut-off for registrations and idea submissions. Polish your pitch deck and prototype concept.

1 Aug 2026

Phase 3 · Shortlisted Teams Announced

Shortlisted teams are announced on our official channels. Get ready for the next big step.

07 Aug 2026

Phase 4 · Team RSVP Begins

Confirm your participation, finalize team members and complete the RSVP formalities.

17 Aug 2026

Phase 5 · Mentoring Begins

Dedicated 1:1 mentoring sessions with industry experts to refine your build before the main event.

29 Aug 2026

Phase 6 · Hackathon Starts

36 hours of non-stop building, learning, and innovation kicks off at PEC. Bring your A-game.

30 Aug 2026

Final Phase · Hackathon Ends 🏆

Final pitches, demos, and the big reveal. Winners are crowned and prizes awarded.

Prizes

Prize Pool

WIN BIG

Main Podium Prizes

Champion
₹1,00,000
Grand Winner
Runner Up
₹75,000
2nd Place
2nd Runner Up
₹50,000
3rd Place

Special Awards

Best All-Girls Team
₹35,000
Celebrating Women in Tech
High School Track Prize
₹25,000
Young Innovators

Ready to Join Our Mission?

Be part of the most exciting hackathon in the region. Let's create something extraordinary together and shape the future of technology.

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Contact: team@pechacks.org

FAQ

Got Questions?

The hackathon is fully offline. Held at Panimalar Engineering College, Nazarathpettai, Poonamallee, Chennai, Tamil Nadu – 600123.

No registration fee. Completely free to participate. We provide meals, workspace, mentors, and swag.

Absolutely! First-timers are welcome. We have workshops, beginner-friendly tracks, and mentors to guide you every step of the way.

Yes! Both software and hardware projects are welcome. Bring your laptops, development boards, and any gadgets you need.

Teams should have 3 to 5 members. Individual applications are also considered.

Yes! High-speed Wi-Fi will be available throughout the hackathon venue for all participants.

Yes! Expert mentors will be available throughout the event to guide teams on technical and product decisions.

Yes, inter-college participation is allowed and encouraged. Teams from 360+ colleges have participated in previous editions.

Yes! M.Tech and M.E students are fully eligible to participate in all tracks of PEC HACKS 4.0.

Bring your Student ID, laptops, chargers, and any hardware gadgets relevant to your project. Enthusiasm is mandatory!