TechXcelerate 2025 at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad [Prize Pool Upto Rs. 5L; March 22-23]: Register by Feb 3

BITS Pilani, Hyderabad is organising TechXcelerate 2025 from 22-23 March. Register now.

About BITS Pilani

Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani – Hyderabad campus is one of the premier technical and science institutes of higher learning in India. It was established by Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (Rajasthan) as one of its latest campuses in the year 2008 with the first batch graduating in the year 2012. BITS, Pilani is one of India’s top technical and science universities established under Sec. 3 of the UGC act.

The campus is built with state-of-the-art infrastructure without affecting the scenic beauty of the area. Modern laboratories, well-furnished classrooms, lecture theatre complexes, student activity center, auditorium, playground and modern ICT infrastructure, all come together to make BITS Pilani, Hyderabad campus a well-equipped campus.

About the Event

TechXcelerate 2025 – BITS Pilani Hyderabad Edition is a premier technology and innovation event designed to bring together students, industry leaders, and technology enthusiasts. The event features technical workshops, a competitive hackathon, and an internship drive, providing participants with an opportunity to enhance their skills, showcase their problem-solving abilities, and explore career opportunities with top companies.

Eligibility

TechXcelerate is open to all undergraduate students, regardless of their academic discipline.

Event details

• Event Name: Pearl’24
• Date: 10 am to 6 pm

A. Technical Workshops:

Participants can choose one of the following specialized workshops, conducted by industry professionals:

• Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning – Learn fundamental AI/ML concepts, build predictive models, and apply machine learning techniques.
• Web Application Development (MERN Stack) – Develop scalable web applications using MongoDB, Express.js, React, and Node.js.
• DevOps – Understand cloud deployment, CI/CD pipelines, containerization, and automation techniques.
• Internet of Things (IoT) – Explore connected devices, embedded systems, and IoT-driven applications.

Each workshop is structured to provide hands-on learning experiences to help participants gain practical knowledge.

B. Hackathon:

Date: 22nd March (8:00 PM) – 23rd March (6:00 PM)
Duration: 20 hours
Prize Pool: ₹5,00,000

• Participants will work in teams to develop solutions to real-world challenges.
• Teams will receive mentorship and feedback throughout the competition.
• The hackathon consists of four evaluation rounds, with eliminations in the third round.

Evaluation Criteria

Evaluation Rounds

• Round 1: Initial Concept Review (Idea validation)
• Round 2: Technical Feasibility Assessment
• Round 3: Elimination Round (Top teams shortlisted for finals)
• Round 4: Final Presentation & Demonstration

Finalists will showcase their solutions to a panel of judges for awards and recognition.

C. Internship Drive:

Internship interviews will be conducted within 10 working days post-event

• 100+ tech companies will be participating in the internship drive.
• Each participant will get 4 interviews for paid internships and 2 additional opportunities for unpaid roles if required.
• Selection will be based on technical knowledge, and interview rounds.
• Companies will offer stipends up to ₹1,20,000 per month, based on the candidate’s skills and performance.

Registration

Book now for the amazing event: Click here to register.

Rules & Guidelines

A. General Rules

• Eligibility: Open to undergraduate students from all backgrounds, both technical
  and non-technical.
• Team Size: Minimum 2 members, maximum 8 members per team.
• Registration: Teams must complete their registration before the deadline. No
  modifications will be allowed after final submission.
• Original Work: All submissions must be original. Any form of plagiarism will lead to
  immediate disqualification.
• Technology Stack: Participants are free to use any programming language or
  development framework.
• Ethical Conduct: Professional behavior is expected throughout the event. Violations
  may result in disqualification.

B. Workshop Guidelines

• Participants must be present at the venue on time for their chosen workshop.
• It is recommended to bring a laptop, charger, and any required software tools.
• Each workshop will provide hands-on training, so active participation is encouraged.

C. Hackathon Rules

• Teams must work on the assigned problem statements provided at the event.
• Coding must begin only after the official hackathon start time.
• Teams must submit a functioning prototype before the final submission deadline.
• Mentorship will be available throughout the event to guide participants.( Not with
  the project development )
• The jury’s decision is final in all evaluation rounds.

D. Internship Drive Rules

• The internship drive is open for all participants who opt for the internship drive
  pass.
• Selection will be based on technical interviews.
• Candidates will be notified regarding interview schedules after the event.

Important Deadlines

Contact

support[at]codebeat[dot]in

Click here to view the official notification of TechXcelerate 2025 at BITS Pilani, Hyderabad