One Idea Can Change Everything.
IEEE TEMSMET 2026 – Ideathon 2026
Have a powerful idea but haven’t built the prototype yet? You don’t need one. The Ideathon is your chance to present a concept, show how it tackles a real-world problem, and compete with innovators from diverse disciplines at IEEE TEMSMET 2026.
Focus areas
- AI for Good
- Sustainable Development
- Climate Action
- Smart Communities
- Healthcare
- Agriculture
- Education
- Entrepreneurship
- Digital Transformation
- Women & Social Empowerment
- Accessibility
- Open Innovation
- and more
Eligibility
Open to undergraduate students, postgraduate students and research scholars from all disciplines. Teams of 1–4 members.
What to submit
Problem statement, proposed idea, target beneficiaries, innovation / uniqueness, proposed technology, implementation approach, expected impact and scalability.
Important dates
- Idea submission deadline: 15 October 2026
- Finalist announcement: 16 October 2026
- Final Ideathon: 31 October 2026
Venue: Symbiosis International University, Hyderabad Campus
Competition rounds
- Round 1Online idea submission
- Round 2Shortlisting
- Final round3–5 minute idea pitch + Q&A
Evaluation criteria
Originality • Problem Relevance • Innovation • Feasibility • Sustainability • Societal Impact • Scalability • Pitch Quality
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Imagine. Innovate. Impact.