Hackathon In-Person Event Open for Registration

CARE HACK'26

CARE College of Engineering
CSE, AIDS, ECE, IT, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Agricultural, Metallurgy, BioTechnology, BioMedical, Mechanics, Aeronautical, Aerospace, Material, Automobile, Design, Marine
Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu
Date & Time Feb 23, 2026 – Mar 28, 2026
Registration Fee ₹300 per team, ₹300 for Finale (Top 20 teams)
Registration Deadline Feb 18, 2026
CARE HACK'26 Poster

Event Overview & Schedule

Overview

CARE HACK'26 is an exciting 24-hour National Level AI Hackathon organized by CARE Institution’s Innovation Council (CARE–IIC) at CARE College of Engineering, Tiruchirappalli. The event revolves around the theme “Solving Tomorrow’s Problems Today”. Participate in this premier event by CARE College of Engineering to showcase your innovative solutions.

Why Join?

  • Compete in a 24-hour AI Hackathon.
  • Focus on critical themes like AI, IoT, and Health Tech.
  • Win significant cash prizes.
  • Gain recognition at a national level.
  • Receive an e-certificate for prelims participation.

Competitions

This event is structured with online prelims and an offline grand finale:
  • Online Prelims: February 23 & 24, 2026.
  • Offline Grand Finale: March 27 & 28, 2026.

Event Themes

  • Health Tech
  • Artificial Intelligence (AI)
  • Internet of Things (IoT)

How to Register

Follow these simple steps to register for CARE HACK'26:
  • Visit the official registration link.
  • Form a team of up to 4 members.
  • Complete the registration form with team details.
  • Pay the registration fee.

Fees & Pricing

  • Registration Fee: ₹300 per team for the prelims.
  • Finale Fee: An additional ₹300 for the top 20 teams proceeding to the Grand Finale.

Prizes

Substantial cash prizes await the winners at CARE HACK'26:
  • 1st Prize: ₹30,000
  • 2nd Prize: ₹20,000
  • 3rd Prize: ₹10,000

Resources

Support

For any queries regarding CARE HACK'26, you can reach out via: Participate today in CARE HACK'26 at CARE College of Engineering!

Key Highlights & Focus Topics

  • 24-hour AI Hackathon with the theme 'Solving Tomorrow's Problems Today'.
  • Cash prizes totaling ₹60,000 for top teams.
  • National level event with both online prelims and offline grand finale.
  • Focus on cutting-edge themes like AI, IoT, and Health Tech.

Eligibility & Target Participants

Teams with a maximum of 4 members are eligible. Open to all students for Prelims (online), with top 20 teams qualifying for the offline Grand Finale. Specific departmental eligibility for registration is not mentioned but departments like CSE, AIDS, ECE, IT, EEE, Mechanical, etc. are listed.

Registration Process & Guidelines

  1. 1 Visit the registration link provided.
  2. 2 Form a team with a maximum of 4 members.
  3. 3 Fill in all the required details in the registration form.
  4. 4 Submit the form and proceed with the payment of the registration fee.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the last date to register for CARE HACK'26?

The last date to register for CARE HACK'26 is February 18, 2026.

What are the themes for CARE HACK'26?

The themes for CARE HACK'26 include Health Tech, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Internet of Things (IoT).

What is the team size for the hackathon?

The maximum team size for CARE HACK'26 is 4 members.

Are there separate fees for the prelims and the grand finale?

Yes, there is a registration fee of ₹300 per team for the prelims, and an additional ₹300 for the top 20 teams qualifying for the grand finale.

Ready to participate in CARE HACK'26?

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