Shetty Institute of Technology draws 89 teams for TechNova and NextGen Hackathon

Shetty Institute of Technology in Kalaburagi hosted TechNova 2026 and the AIC T‑Hub NextGen Hackathon 2026, attracting 89 student teams from colleges across India.

What Happened

TechNova ran on October 27‑28 with 26 teams from South India and showcased Robotics 2.0 as a headline attraction. Winners received cash prizes that ranged from ₹5,000 to ₹50,000. The 36‑hour NextGen Hackathon took place on October 29‑30 in partnership with AIC T‑Hub. It saw 63 teams, totalling 220 students, create innovative solutions to real‑world problems.

Winners and Support

Pardha Saradhi of CMR College of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad, won first place, followed by Smartronics of Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Pune, and Latents of SIT, Kalaburagi. Three teams – Technora Crews from SIT, Caffeine and Catastrophe from the Central University of Karnataka, Kalaburagi, and Core4 from NK Orchid College of Engineering, Solapur – were chosen for further support from T‑Hub.

Remarks

SIT Director Anirudh Shetty said the events were meant to bring industry exposure, innovation opportunities and the start‑up ecosystem closer to students in Kalaburagi. Director Shweta Shetty added that such initiatives encourage students to explore their potential, collaborate and develop practical skills beyond academics.

Cultural Finale

The four‑day programme ended on October 30 with music, dance and other cultural performances.

Context

College tech festivals like TechNova and hackathons are increasingly used to link students with industry partners, giving them hands‑on experience that complements classroom learning. Such events also help regional institutes showcase local talent on a national stage.