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Department of Mechatronics

ROBOSIST2026

A National-Level Robotics & AI Hackathon. Five themes, one mission — build intelligent machines that solve problems that matter. Teams of 3–5. Two rounds. One podium.

Register a Team →Explore the 5 Themes
Countdown to Event Day · 20.08.2026
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20.08.2026Event Day
15.08.2026Registration Closes
9:30–4:30Event Time
3–5Members / Team
₹200Entry Fee / Team
Pick your battlefield

5 themes. Endless innovation.
Real-world impact.

Solve real problems · Build intelligent solutions · Create a better tomorrow. Every theme below is a live problem statement — expand a card for focus areas, tech stack, applications and the UN SDGs it moves the needle on.

01 / 05

AI Powered Battery Intelligence

Building smarter, safer, more efficient battery systems using AI.

Explore solutions for Battery Management Systems (BMS), battery health prediction, State of Charge (SOC), State of Health (SOH), thermal management, fault detection, predictive maintenance and intelligent charging.

Focus Areas
EVsSmart BMSBattery SafetyAI PredictionEnergy Optimization
Technologies
AI/MLIoTSensorsEdge ComputingData AnalyticsEmbedded SystemsCloud
Applications
Electric VehiclesRenewable Energy StorageUPS SystemsDronesConsumer ElectronicsIndustrial Automation
SDGs Impacted
SDG 7SDG 9SDG 12SDG 13
02 / 05

Smart Logistics & Warehouse Automation

Transforming warehouses into intelligent, automated, connected systems.

Develop solutions using AI, robotics, IoT, computer vision, autonomous vehicles and smart inventory systems to improve warehouse efficiency, reduce human error, optimize movement of goods and enhance worker safety.

Focus Areas
Autonomous RobotsSmart InventoryAGVs / AMRsAI LogisticsWarehouse Safety
Technologies
AIRoboticsIoTComputer VisionRFIDCloudSLAMEdge Computing
Applications
E-commerceRetailManufacturingCold StoragePorts & AirportsDistribution Centers
SDGs Impacted
SDG 8SDG 9SDG 11SDG 12
03 / 05

AI Powered Autonomous Safety & Digital Twin

Systems that understand their environment and act before accidents happen.

Build solutions combining AI, sensors, computer vision, IoT and Digital Twins to monitor machines and industrial environments, detect hazards, simulate failures and enable autonomous safety decisions.

Focus Areas
Predictive SafetyDigital TwinComputer VisionIndustrial IoTRisk Detection
Technologies
AI/MLDigital TwinIIoTComputer VisionSensorsEdge AICloudSimulation
Applications
Smart ManufacturingOil & GasConstructionChemical PlantsMiningSmart Infrastructure
SDGs Impacted
SDG 3SDG 9SDG 11SDG 12
04 / 05

AI + Human Collaboration — Industry 5.0

Reimagining industry where humans and intelligent machines work together.

Design technologies that combine human creativity, decision-making and expertise with AI, robotics and intelligent automation to create safer, more personalized, sustainable, human-centric workplaces.

Focus Areas
CobotsHuman-AI CollaborationSmart ManufacturingAssistive RoboticsHuman-Centric Industry
Technologies
AIRoboticsAR/VRNLPSensorsEdge ComputingWearablesHMI
Applications
Smart ManufacturingHealthcareAssembly LinesAgricultureService IndustryLogistics
SDGs Impacted
SDG 8SDG 9SDG 10SDG 12
05 / 05

Robotics for Disaster Search & Rescue

Robots that assist humans in dangerous, inaccessible environments.

Create robots capable of searching disaster zones, detecting survivors, mapping hazardous areas, monitoring environmental conditions and transmitting real-time information while keeping rescue personnel away from unnecessary risk.

Focus Areas
Rescue RobotsDisaster MappingSurvivor DetectionAutonomous NavigationHazard Monitoring
Technologies
RoboticsAIComputer VisionSensorsUAVsIoTCommunicationAutonomy
Applications
EarthquakesFloodsLandslidesCyclonesIndustrial AccidentsSearch OperationsEnvironmental Monitoring
SDGs Impacted
SDG 3SDG 11SDG 13SDG 17

Why these themes?

They address real-world challenges and contribute to a sustainable, inclusive, and technologically advanced future — mapped straight to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Innovate

Solve real problems with smart technologies.

Collaborate

Work in teams and learn from each other.

Impact

Create solutions that benefit society.

Inspire

Be the change and inspire the future.

The path to the podium

Two rounds. One mission.

Round 01

Online Idea Submission

Last date: 15th August 2026

Submit your innovative idea online for evaluation and selection. Pick one of the five themes, define the problem, and pitch your concept.

Round 02

Final Hackathon 🚀

Event day: 20th August 2026 · 9:30 AM–4:30 PM

Selected teams advance to the final round. Build, demonstrate, and pitch your solution live to the judging panel.

Winner takes the circuit

The podium.

Second Prize
2
₹0
First Prize
1
₹0
Third Prize
3
₹0

Projects are judged on innovation, technical excellence, feasibility, impact and presentation. The judges' decision is final.

Read before you build

Rules & regulations.

01

Eligibility & team size

Open to students from recognized institutions. Each team must consist of 3–5 members with one designated team leader.

02

Originality

All submitted projects must be original and developed by the participating team. Plagiarism or copied work results in immediate disqualification.

03

Theme & safety

Projects must align with the announced theme and comply with all safety and ethical standards, especially for robotics and AI applications.

04

Presentation

Every team must submit the required project documentation and complete a live demonstration and presentation within the allotted time.

05

Judging & conduct

Projects are evaluated on innovation, technical excellence, feasibility, impact and presentation. The judges' decision is final, and participants are expected to maintain professional conduct throughout the event.

Entry fee
₹200 / team, non-refundable

Registration closes 15.08.2026. Scan the QR code or use the register button to lock in your team's slot for Round 1.

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Your team. Your theme.
Your machine.

Continue to Registration →
  • 01Form a team of 3–5 members and name one team leader.
  • 02Pick one of the 5 themes and shape your problem statement.
  • 03Submit your idea online before 15th August 2026.
  • 04If selected, build, demo and pitch on 20th August, 9:30 AM–4:30 PM.
Entry Fee₹200 / team
Reg. Closes15.08.2026
Event Day20.08.2026
The circuit behind the circuit

Who's behind RoBoSIST.

Chief Patrons

  • Dr. Mariazeena JohnsonChancellor
  • Dr. Marie JohnsonPresident
  • Mr. J. Arul SelvanVice President
  • Ms. Maria Bernadette Arul SelvanVice President
  • Ms. Maria Catherine JayapriyaVice President

Patrons & Convenor

  • Dr. B. Sheela RaniVice-Chancellor
  • Dr. E. LogashanmugamPro Vice-Chancellor
  • Dr. G. SundariRegistrar
  • Dr. N. M. NandhithaDirector – Student Administrator
  • Dr. R. NarmadhaConvenor · HOD, Mechatronics

Staff Coordinators

  • Dr. M. SangeethaAssociate Professor
  • Dr. J. R. DeepakAssociate Professor
  • Dr. J. SenthilkumarAssociate Professor
  • Dr. JayaprakashAssistant Professor
  • Dr. R. B. DurairajAssistant Professor
  • Dr. K. BalachandarAssistant Professor
  • Dr. R. SelvakumarAssistant Professor
  • Ms. R. DhanalakshmiAssistant Professor

Student Coordinators

  • VengadesanIV Year, Mechatronics
  • Gokulbharath KIV Year, Mechatronics
  • Sreehari TSBIV Year, Mechatronics
  • Richard Benny RIII Year, Mechatronics
  • Hariharan DIII Year, Mechatronics
  • Nagaraj PIII Year, Mechatronics
  • SuvishnuIII Year, Mechatronics
  • Royston Diaz DIII Year, Mechatronics
  • Prasanna KII Year, Mechatronics