KIT - Idea Hack

2025

Welcome, Freshers & Sophomores of KIT!
This is your moment to shine!

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Join the innovation revolution at KIT. Register now and be part of something extraordinary!

Collaborative Environment
Brings together diverse minds across disciplines
44 Problem Statements
To choose from diverse domains
Recognition & Rewards
Platform to showcase talent and gain visibility

About KIT-Idea Hack

An exciting platform where your ideas meet opportunity. Whether you're just starting or exploring new possibilities, this hack is crafted for students like you to innovate, learn, and lead.

Why Participate?

Participating in the KIT-Idea Hack 2025 gives you the opportunity to transform your creative thoughts into real solutions. It helps you develop essential skills like problem-solving, teamwork, and critical thinking from an early stage.

The challenge also allows you to connect with fellow students and build a network of innovators. By sharing your ideas, you can gain recognition and open doors for future opportunities.

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Problem Statements

Choose from these exciting challenges and build something amazing

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1 KIT-25-01 Smart Traffic Management How can AI and data analytics be used to predict and reduce traffic congestion in growing cities?
2 KIT-25-02 AI for Waste Management How can computer vision and AI be applied to classify and segregate waste for better recycling in hostels and cities?
3 KIT-25-03 Mental Health Monitoring What AI-based solutions can help identify stress, anxiety, or depression in students and provide early support?
4 KIT-25-04 Digital Farming Advisor How can AI models analyze soil, crop, and weather data to give farmers real-time suggestions for better yield?
5 KIT-25-05 Password-Free Authentication Can we replace traditional passwords with safer, innovative methods like biometrics or AI-driven verification?
6 KIT-25-06 AI for Scam Call & Message Detection How can AI be used to detect and block scam calls, SMS, or emails before they reach the user?
7 KIT-25-07 Digital Identity Theft Prevention How can we protect users from identity theft when their Aadhaar, PAN, or college ID details are leaked online?
8 KIT-25-08 Lost & Found App for Campus Can we create a mobile app where students can report lost items or list found items to quickly reconnect them with owners?
9 KIT-25-09 Unified Campus Management Portal How can we create a single web/app platform where students can manage leave applications (ODs, permissions), access study resources, get department/college updates, and register for events like fests, workshops, and hackathons with reminders?
10 KIT-25-10 Digital Notice Board for Departments Can we develop a campus-wide web app that replaces physical notice boards with categorized, searchable, and real-time notifications?
11 KIT-25-11 Secure Exam Material Distribution System Can we create a system for distributing digital exam question papers securely with encryption and access control, reducing paper dependency?
12 KIT-25-12 Anonymous Campus Complaint Box Can we create a digital complaint/feedback portal where students can safely raise issues (academics, facilities) with anonymity and tracking?
13 KIT-25-13 Smart Agriculture Irrigation System How can IoT and sensors be used to monitor soil moisture and control water pumps automatically to save water?
14 KIT-25-14 Low-Power Disaster Communication Device Can we create a pocket-sized device that works without the internet and helps people send SOS alerts during floods/earthquakes?
15 KIT-25-15 Campus Noise Control Network How can we design a sensor system that maps noise levels across hostels and libraries, and automatically suggests noise-free zones for study?
16 KIT-25-16 Power Outage Prediction System How can we design a low-cost device that predicts electricity outages by analyzing fluctuations in voltage/frequency?
17 KIT-25-17 Power Leak Mapping in Old Buildings Can we create a sensor-based solution to detect hidden electricity leakages in old hostel/classroom wiring and display the exact faulty location?
18 KIT-25-18 Smart Lab Safety System How can we design a sensor-based system that detects gas leaks, fire hazards, or short circuits in labs and instantly alerts students and staff?
19 KIT-25-19 Self-Healing Power Grid Model Can we design a small-scale prototype of a grid that detects faults and reroutes electricity automatically to ensure uninterrupted supply?
20 KIT-25-20 Wearable for Electrical Workers' Safety How can we design a wearable that monitors electrical workers' exposure to high voltage/current and warns them before dangerous limits?
21 KIT-25-21 Power Theft Detection Unit Can we create a device that identifies unauthorized tapping of electricity lines and sends instant alerts to authorities?
22 KIT-25-22 Student Wearable ID with Sensors Can we design a smart ID card or band that tracks attendance, access control, and can trigger SOS alerts during emergencies?
23 KIT-25-23 Mechanical Exoskeleton for Lifting How can we design a lightweight wearable exoskeleton to help workers lift heavy loads without injury?
24 KIT-25-24 Redesigning Dustbins for Better Waste Segregation Can we make a dustbin that automatically separates dry and wet waste using only simple mechanical systems (no electronics)?
25 KIT-25-25 Self-Powered Portable Charger Can we design a pocket-sized charger that generates energy from simple mechanical motion (walking, pedaling, hand crank)?
26 KIT-25-26 Vertical Takeoff UAV for Urban Delivery Can we propose a UAV design that combines vertical takeoff (like helicopters) with airplane-level range efficiency?
27 KIT-25-27 Aerodynamic Bicycle for Students How can aerodynamic design reduce drag and improve cycling speed/efficiency for eco-friendly campus travel?
28 KIT-25-28 Next-Gen Weed Management for Small Farmers How can we design an affordable, easy-to-use solution (mechanical, electrical, or hybrid) that reduces weed growth in farmlands without relying on chemical herbicides, while being suitable for small and marginal farmers?
29 KIT-25-29 Low-Cost Seed Sowing Device for Small Farmers How can we design a manually operated seed planter that reduces labor effort and improves sowing accuracy?
30 KIT-25-30 Organic Fertilizer Maker Can we create a small-scale machine that converts hostel food waste into liquid or powder fertilizer for farms?
31 KIT-25-31 Portable Soil Nutrient Testing Kit Can we propose a low-cost, easy-to-use device that helps farmers quickly test soil nutrients before planting?
32 KIT-25-32 Portable Patient Alert System How can we design a wearable device that alerts nurses if a patient falls or needs urgent assistance?
33 KIT-25-33 Disposable Sensor Patch for Health Monitoring Can we design a low-cost patch that monitors basic health parameters (pulse, temperature) and transmits data to a mobile app?
34 KIT-25-34 Portable Emergency Oxygen Delivery Device Can we create a compact, manually operated or low-power device for delivering oxygen during emergencies in rural areas?
35 KIT-25-35 Wearable Hydration Monitor How can we design a wearable device that alerts users when they are dehydrated, using sweat or skin sensors?
36 KIT-25-36 Smart Hand Sanitizing Gloves Can we create gloves that vibrate or provide feedback when hands are not properly sanitized in hospitals or labs?
37 KIT-25-37 Campus Carbon Neutrality Can we develop a system where biotech methods (algae ponds, microbial carbon capture) reduce the carbon footprint of the campus?
38 KIT-25-38 Low-Cost Water Quality Tester Can we design a simple device or kit to quickly test water for contaminants like bacteria, chemicals, or heavy metals?
39 KIT-25-39 Campus Biogas Plant Can we build a small-scale biogas unit that converts hostel food waste into cooking fuel for canteen use?
40 KIT-25-40 Bio-Sensor for Air Quality How can we design a simple biosensor to detect pollutants or allergens in campus environments?
41 KIT-25-41 Campus Soil Health Tracker How can we monitor soil health (pH, nutrients, moisture) using simple biosensors for gardens or research plots?
42 KIT-25-42 Low-Cost DNA Learning Kit How can we design a safe, simple kit for school/college students to extract DNA from fruits/vegetables and visualize it easily?
43 KIT-25-43 Campus Green Roof with Algae/Bacteria How can we design rooftops that use algae or bacteria layers to reduce heat, generate oxygen, and maybe even produce biomass for energy?
44 KIT-25-44 Low-Cost Milk Testing Kit How can we design a simple, portable kit that quickly detects milk spoilage or adulteration without requiring lab equipment?

How to Participate

Follow these simple steps to join the KIT-Idea Hack and make the most of your experience

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Step 1

Register Your Team

Complete the registration form with your and your team's details (up to 4 members) to secure your spot in the hack.

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Choose a Problem Statement

Browse through 44 problem statements and select the one that excites you. Each problem varies in focus area and difficulty.

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Collaborate with Your Team

Connect with your teammates, discuss ideas, and start planning how to approach the selected problem.

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Start Building Solutions

Brainstorm creative solutions, refine your ideas, and document your progress using the provided template.

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Get Mentorship Support

Leverage expert guidance throughout the hack. Mentors are available to assist with technical hurdles.

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Submit & Present

Submit your final solution by the deadline and present it to the judges if selected. This is your opportunity to showcase your innovation.

Hack Rules

Important Guidelines

Teams can have 2–4 members maximum

Team may be interdisciplinary

Team must have at least 1 girl student

Idea should be presented on PPT with the given template

Don't share your ideas with anyone outside your team

Prototype submission is optionalβ€”ideas alone are sufficient for evaluation

Each team will get a maximum of 15 minutes to present, including Q&A

Ideas must be original and not copied

The jury panel’s decision will be final

Event Timeline

Stay updated with all the important dates and events

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Launch of Event               

The event officially begins!

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Orientation & Starter Kit

Watch the orientation video and receive your starter kit.

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Registration

Registration opens and closes within this period.

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Idea Submission

Submit your documented ideas for the competition.

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Announcement of Shortlisted Teams

Shortlisted teams will be announced.

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Online Presentation

Present your ideas virtually to the panel.

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Finalist Announcement

Finalists will be revealed.

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Grand Finale

Final presentations and winners announced!

What You'll Gain

Discover the incredible benefits and opportunities waiting for you

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Innovation Boost

Transform your creativity into ideas

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Networking

Connect with like-minded peers

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Win Prizes

Compete for exciting prizes

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Career Growth

Enhance your portfolio and gain valuable experience

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Learn New Skills

Acquire real world problem solving and presentation skills

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Idea to Market

Get opportunity to convert your ideas to product

Frequently Asked Questions

Got questions? We've got answers!

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This is an intra-college idea hack organized exclusively for first- and second-year students of KIT. It aims to encourage innovative thinking and problem-solving skills.
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Only students from KIT are eligible. However, interdisciplinary teams (students from different departments) are encouraged.
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Each team must have a minimum of 2 and a maximum of 4 members, with at least one female participant mandatory.
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Yes! Teams with all girls are not only allowed but highly encouraged.
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No. A participant can only be part of one team.
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No. Each team is allowed to submit only one idea.
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The team may continue, provided the minimum team size (2 members) is maintained.
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Registration is open from 14 September 2025 to 17 September 2025. Students can register through the official hack link by clicking "Register Now" on the homepage.
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No. Participation is completely free.
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A working prototype is encouraged but not mandatory. Submitting an idea alone is acceptable.
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Yes, AI tools may be used for brainstorming and research, but the originality of the idea will be evaluated. Copy-paste or fully AI-generated ideas will lead to disqualification.
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Ideas will be evaluated based on:

β€’ Originality & Innovation
β€’ Relevance to the Theme
β€’ Feasibility & Practicality
β€’ Impact on Society / Market Potential
β€’ Clarity of Presentation
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The idea remains the intellectual property of the team. However, promising ideas may get additional support from the organizers for further development.