Smart India Hackathon (SIH)

INNOVATE | BUILD | TRANSFORM

India’s largest Student Innovation Challenge

About Smart India Hackathon

Smart India Hackathon (SIH) is one of India’s largest open innovation initiatives designed to encourage students to solve real-world problems using technology, creativity, and interdisciplinary collaboration. The program provides a national platform where students from engineering, management, and other academic disciplines work together to develop practical solutions for challenges faced by government ministries, industries, and social organizations.

Launched by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and supported by AICTE, MIC (Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell), and other partner organizations, SIH aims to strengthen the culture of innovation and problem-solving among young minds. Every year, thousands of students from institutions across the country participate in the competition, making it one of the most prestigious hackathons in India.

The hackathon is conducted in two primary formats:

Software Edition: In the software edition, teams work intensively over a 36-hour coding period to develop digital solutions such as applications, platforms, algorithms, or intelligent systems that address real-world challenges.

Hardware Edition: The hardware edition focuses on building working prototypes, physical systems, or integrated hardware-software solutions. Teams design and demonstrate functional models that solve technical or societal problems through engineering innovation.

Before reaching the national finals, teams go through multiple selection stages. Initially, institutions organize internal hackathons, where the most promising ideas are shortlisted. These selected ideas are then submitted to the national SIH portal for evaluation by experts from academia, industry, and government. Only the most innovative and feasible proposals are selected for the Grand Finale, which takes place at various prestigious institutions across India.

During the finale, teams collaborate, design, code, prototype, and present their solutions within a limited time frame while being mentored by domain experts. This immersive experience not only enhances technical skills but also develops abilities such as teamwork, leadership, communication, and creative problem-solving.

Over the years, Smart India Hackathon has become a powerful initiative for promoting innovation-driven learning, bridging the gap between academic knowledge and real-world application. It encourages students to think beyond textbooks and contribute meaningfully to national development through technology and innovation.

Impact of SIH

Smart India Hackathon plays a crucial role in shaping the next generation of innovators and entrepreneurs. It enables students to:

• Work on real-world challenges provided by government ministries and industries
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
• Gain mentorship from experts and professionals
• Transform ideas into practical solutions and prototypes
• Contribute toward technological and social progress

Through this initiative, students gain invaluable exposure to innovation ecosystems, startup culture, and technology-driven problem solving, making SIH a significant stepping stone for future engineers, innovators, and leaders.

Innovation Domains

• Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
• Data Science and Big Data Analytics
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Blockchain Technology
• Cybersecurity and Digital Safety
• Smart Automation and Robotics
• Agriculture and Rural Development
• Healthcare and Biomedical Solutions
• Smart Cities and Urban Development
• Education and Digital Learning
• Environmental Sustainability
• Industry 4.0 and Manufacturing

Smart India Hackathon 2025 - DCE Achievements

The Smart India Hackathon 2025, held from 8–12 December 2025, continued to serve as one of India’s most prestigious innovation competitions, bringing together talented student teams from institutions across the country to develop technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges.

Demonstrating a strong culture of innovation and technical excellence, Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram proudly saw five student teams qualify for the Grand Finale of the Smart India Hackathon 2025 across both Hardware and Software Editions. Their selection among thousands of participating teams highlights the institution’s commitment to creativity, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Hardware Edition Finalists(8–12 December 2025)

Team Khagesvara

Team Khagesvara successfully advanced to the Hardware Edition Grand Finale, showcasing the innovative spirit and engineering capability of DCE students.

Team Leader:TanishqVerma
Mentor: Prof. Ashwani Kumar Katoch

Team Members: Ariyan Pal, DivyanshuYadav, Khushboo, Yash Sharma, Chandrashekhar Gupta

The team represents DCE’s dedication to technological innovation, combining creative thinking and practical engineering skills to address real-world challenges on a national platform.

Team Core Cutter

Team Core Cutter competed in the Hardware Edition Grand Finale, hosted at VNR VignanaJyothi Institute of Engineering and Technology, Hyderabad.

Team Leader:ShreyaKumari
Mentor: Prof. KanikaLamba

Team Members: VidushiAnand, DevRao, BN Vernika, Bhavesh Y, YashJaiswal

Through their dedication and collaborative effort, the team showcased innovative engineering solutions while representing the strong innovation culture of the institution.

Team Arcana

Team Arcana advanced to the Hardware Edition Grand Finale held at Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur, one of the premier engineering institutions in India.

Team Leader:Anup Kumar Pandey
Mentor:Dr. Sandeep Raj

Team Members: AyushDangwal, KumariAnshu, Kartik Sharma, ArpitaKukreja, Parth Sharma

The team demonstrated exceptional commitment and teamwork while working on engineering solutions designed to address complex real-world challenges.

Team Design Paradox

Team Design Paradox represented DCE in the Hardware Edition Grand Finale hosted at Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee.

Team Leader:YashSoni
Mentor:Dr. Ankit Agarwal

Team Members: Naveen, LakshitDawar, Deepali Singh, SamikshaBisht, AbhishekSoni

With strong technical expertise and innovative design thinking, the team reflected the institution’s commitment to engineering excellence and problem-solving.

Software Edition Finalist (8–9 December 2025)

Team Ctrl_Alt_Elite

Team Ctrl_Alt_Elite advanced to the Software Edition Grand Finale, hosted at Indian Institute of Technology Jammu.

Team Leader:Rishabh Singh Rawat
Mentor: Ms. VimmiMalhotra

Team Members: Satyam Kumar Mishra, Diksha Sharma, Akshat Sharma, Rishabh Singh Rawat, Shubham K., AmanNegi

The team developed a technology-driven solution that highlights creativity, digital innovation, and advanced problem-solving skills.

 Testament to Innovation

The selection of five teams from Dronacharya College of Engineering for the Smart India Hackathon 2025 Grand Finale reflects the institution’s growing reputation for fostering innovation, research, and entrepreneurial thinking among students. Through mentorship, interdisciplinary collaboration, and exposure to national-level challenges, students continue to develop impactful solutions that contribute to technological advancement and societal development.

Smart India Hackathon 2024 - DCE Achievement

The Smart India Hackathon 2024 was conducted on 11–12 December 2024, bringing together innovative student teams from across India to design technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges. Students from Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram showcased exceptional creativity and technical expertise, with seven teams representing the institution at different national nodal centers across the country.

These teams worked on diverse problem statements proposed by various ministries and government organizations, addressing challenges related to agriculture, rural development, cybersecurity, public services, and emerging technologies.

Team Fusion AI

Venue: Sri Krishna College of Engineering and Technology, Coimbatore
Problem Statement ID: SIH1705
Ministry: Ministry of Panchayati Raj

Team Fusion AI developed a cloud-based artificial intelligence model designed to automate feature identification and extraction from drone imagery to support rural development initiatives. The solution aims to assist policymakers and rural administrators by enabling more accurate data analysis for planning and monitoring development programs.

Team Members: PriyanshuAggarwal (Team Leader), DeepanshuKandwal, KrishKapoor, Megha, Lakshit, Yuvraj Kumar

Mentors: Dr.RituPahwa, Ms.PankajKumari

Team Agrobuddies

Venue: M. S. Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bangalore
Problem Statement ID: SIH1689
Ministry: Ministry of Jal Shakti

Team Agrobuddies designed an AI-enabled mobile application to calculate the water footprint of agricultural products. By using image recognition and predictive analytics, the system helps farmers and policymakers estimate water consumption associated with different crops and agricultural practices.

Team Members: UjjwalAggarwal (Team Leader), NarenderDhariwal, Ayushman, Yash, UjjwalVerma, Shaarvy

Mentors: Dr.Ashima Mehta, Prof. VimmiMalhotra

Team Clarions

Venue:AmalJyothi College of Engineering, Kerala
Problem Statement ID: SIH1578
Ministry: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment

Team Clarions worked on the development of a video call intercom system integrated with vibration sensors using analog and IP-based communication technology. The solution focuses on enhancing accessibility and safety in communication systems.

Team Members: Anup Kumar Pandey (Team Leader), Himanshu, Parth Sharma, Kartik, Aarushi Bhatia, Arpita

Mentor: Mr. Ashwani Kumar

Team Dheemahi

Venue: KIET Group of Institutions, Ghaziabad
Problem Statement ID: SIH1577
Ministry: Ministry of Power

Team Dheemahi focused on the development of a co-electrolyzer system capable of synthesizing both organic and inorganic chemicals such as methanol and ammonia in a single-stage process. This hardware-based solution explores sustainable chemical production technologies.

Team Members: AdityaKher (Team Leader), UtkarshJha, Kushagra Singh, Ayush Sharma, PoojaBansal, MukulDahiya

Mentor: Ms. Renu Narwal

Team Exceptionals

Venue: National Institute of Technology Karnataka
Problem Statement ID: SIH1721
Ministry: Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports

Team Exceptionals addressed challenges related to anti-doping monitoring and intelligence in sports investigations. The team developed a functional user interface supported by an initial React.js-based implementation aimed at enhancing investigative efficiency and data monitoring.

Team Members: Ritika Singh (Team Leader), Chavvi, Saurabh Singh Parmar, Shivam Sharma, Vishal Phore, Jatin

Team SinchaiSathi

Venue: IES University, Bhopal
Problem Statement ID: SIH1554
Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare

Team SinchaiSathi proposed a smart irrigation system for precision farming designed to optimize water usage and improve agricultural productivity. The system aims to assist farmers in making data-driven irrigation decisions.

Team Members: TashuSansanwal, Tpander Kumar, Nikhil, Roshan, Milan, KritiKumari

Mentor: Dr.ShipraArora

Team SmartInspect – National Winner

Venue:Greater Noida
Problem Statement ID: SIH1709
Ministry: Ministry of Power

Team SmartInspect developed SmartDoc, a blockchain-based digital certificate storage and verification system designed to streamline the verification of official documents. The solution aims to reduce document fraud and simplify secure access to verified credentials.

Team Members: Raghav (Team Leader), Priyanshu, Sapana, Vikrant, Tanya, Harsh

Mentors: Ms. JyotiYadav, Dr.MeghaGoel

Through their innovative solution and strong technical execution, Team SmartInspect emerged as the national winner in the Software Edition of Smart India Hackathon 2024, receiving a cash prize of ₹1,00,000 along with certificates and mementos.

Driving Innovation at DCE

The participation of seven teams from Dronacharya College of Engineering in SIH 2024 demonstrates the institution’s commitment to fostering innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and technology-driven problem solving. Through initiatives like the Smart India Hackathon, students gain the opportunity to work on real-world challenges, interact with experts, and contribute meaningful solutions that support national development.

Smart India Hackathon 2023 – DCE Achievement

The Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2023 witnessed remarkable participation from students of Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram. A total of four teams from the institution qualified for the Grand Finale, including three teams in the Software Edition and one team in the Hardware Edition.

The teams represented the college at prestigious institutes across India and worked on problem statements proposed by various government ministries and organizations. Their participation showcased the college’s strong culture of innovation, collaboration, and practical problem solving.

Software Edition (19th – 20th December 2023)

Life Line Meds
The team worked on a problem statement provided by the Ministry of Mines, focusing on developing an innovative technological solution addressing real-world challenges in the mining sector.

Mentors: Dr. Manoj Kumar (AIML Department), Dr.TamanaSehgal (CSE Department)

Grand Finale Venue: Aditya Engineering College, Andhra Pradesh

Vridhhi
The team addressed a problem statement proposed by AICTE – MIC (Student Innovation), working towards a solution that encourages technological innovation and student-driven problem solving.

Mentors: Dr.RituPahwa (AIML Department), Dr.ShipraArora (CSE Department)

Grand Finale Venue: GMR Institute of Technology, Andhra Pradesh

Madrosa
This team worked on a challenge given by the Ministry of Home Affairs, focusing on developing a technology-driven solution aimed at addressing critical administrative or security-related challenges.

Mentors: Dr.Ashima Mehta (CSE Department), Ms. Renu (CSE Department)

Grand Finale Venue: Sri Venkateswara College of Engineering and Technology, Andhra Pradesh

Hardware Edition (19th – 23rd December 2023)

Green Printing
The team worked on a hardware innovation challenge provided by AICTE – MIC Student Innovation, developing a solution aimed at improving sustainability and efficiency in modern printing technologies.

Mentors: Mrs. NehaVerma (ECE Department), Mrs. Pooja Sharma (EEE Department)

Grand Finale Venue: Bhilai Institute of Technology, Durg, Chhattisgarh

National Winners – SIH 2023

Two teams from Dronacharya College of Engineering, Gurugram achieved outstanding success by winning the Grand Finale of Smart India Hackathon 2023:

• Life Line Meds – Winner (Software Edition)
• Green Printing – Winner (Hardware Edition)

Both teams demonstrated exceptional innovation, technical expertise, and teamwork while presenting their solutions at the national level.

As a result of their achievement, each winning team received:

• Cash Prize: ₹50,000
• Participation Certificates
• Mementos and National Recognition

Their success brought great pride to the institution and highlighted the college’s commitment to promoting research, innovation, and problem-solving skills among students.

Smart India Hackathon 2022 - DCE Achievement (25th - 26th August 2022)

The Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2022 marked another milestone for Dronacharya College ofEngineering, Gurugram, as three teams from the institution qualified for the Grand Finale across both Software and Hardware editions.

The teams successfully advanced through the rigorous selection process of the hackathon, which included two major stages:

• Internal Hackathon Round, where innovative ideas were shortlisted within the institution.
• Idea Nomination Round, where expert evaluators assessed the proposed solutions before selecting finalists for the national level competition.

Through creativity, technical expertise, and collaborative problem-solving, the teams represented the college at prestigious institutions across India.

Finalist Teams – SIH 2022

Team Eagle Eye – Software Edition
The team competed at MIT Aurangabad, working on a problem statement proposed by AICTE – MIC (Student Innovation). Their project focused on delivering an innovative software-based solution to address real-world technological challenges.

Team Intimidators – Software Edition
Team Intimidators participated in the Grand Finale held at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, working on a problem statement provided by the Ministry of Labour & Employment. The team developed a digital solution aimed at improving efficiency and technological integration in the concerned domain.

Team Achyutam – Hardware Edition
Team Achyutam represented the college at Centurion University of Technology and Management, Bhubaneswar, working on a problem statement proposed by ITBP under the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA).

The team developed an innovative hardware solution addressing real-world operational challenges, demonstrating strong engineering design and practical problem-solving capabilities.

National Winner – SIH 2022

Team Achyutam achieved a remarkable milestone by securing First Position in the Hardware Edition of Smart India Hackathon 2022.

For their outstanding innovation and technical excellence, the team was awarded:

• Cash Prize: ₹1,00,000
• Certificates and National Recognition

This achievement further strengthened the reputation of Dronacharya College of Engineering as an institution committed to fostering innovation, research, and technological excellence among its students.

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Coordinator: Prof. Neha Chauhan

Visit Official Site: https://www.sih.gov.in/