IEEE International Conference on Interdisciplinary Approaches in Technology and Management for Social Innovation (IATMSI-2026)

Hardnovate Contest

(Innovate. Build. Showcase)

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Got a bold hardware idea? Hardnovate is your stage! Present your working hardware prototype under one of our six exciting themes and compete with the brightest minds for recognition, prizes, and opportunities

What is Hardnovate?

Hardnovate is a national-level hardware innovation contest where engineering minds, makers, and tinkerers bring their prototypes to life. Whether it’s robotics, IoT, healthcare tech, or sustainable solutions — if you can build it, you can showcase it!

Themes

Participants can submit projects under any one of the following themes:

1. Smart Mobility & Transportation
2. IoT-Enabled Healthcare & Biomedical Devices
3. Agritech & Rural Innovation
4. Sustainable & Green Technology
5. Smart Wearables for Safety
6. Disaster Management & Emergency Response

Who Can Participate?

• High school students aged 16 and above.
• College Students (UG/PG/PhD)
• Startups & Innovators
• Independent Makers & Hobbyists
• A Team with maximum of three members is allowed.

Note: Only working hardware prototypes are allowed. No paper presentations or simulations. You have to make a poster for your project. The poster template with instructions can be found here (Click Here).

Registration Link & Guidelines:

• Resource Sharing and Logistics Support Charges: Rs. 3500/- Per Person.
• IATMSI-2027 Hardnovate Contest registration can be done online, and payment in Indian Rupees (₹) is only accepted.
• Registration will commence from 15^th October 2026, and will be closed on 20^th March 2027 by 5 pm as per the Indian Standard Time.
• For any registration category, no refunds will be made in any case.
• Registration fees include a registration kit (one kit for one team), Poster/Presentation slot, Refreshments (Morning and Evening) and 2 Working Lunch.
• One-day stay is included in the Registration Fees. Food Coupons will be given on an extra payment basis at the registration counter.   
• An additional fee of ₹1,000 per person per day will be charged for an accompanying person. The payment can be made at the registration desk and covers food arrangements during the conference.
• Account Details for the Registrations:

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• After the payment of Rs. 3500/-, kindly fill the registration form below:

https://forms.gle/uUoMd41Ci97wd4VW7

Why Participate?

• Win exciting prizes Up to ₹1 Lakh!
• Get recognized by industry leaders
• Network with innovators & mentors
• Certificates & media coverage

Important Dates

• Last Date for Registration: 20^th March 2027. Register on the link on or before 20th March 2027.
• Prototype Showcase: The prototype demonstrations and evaluations will be held on 21st May 2027 (the second day of the conference). The winners will be announced on 22nd May 2027 during the Award Ceremony.

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