The future of technology converges here. Join students from all colleges for 2 days of innovation,
competitions, and pure adrenaline. 31 events. Workshops, expos, esports & more.
Line Robot • Soldering • Circuit Debug • Unwire To Win • Power Quest • Volt Edge
Design & Fun
CAD Quest • CAD Clash • Tower Build • Sonic Maze • Treasure Hunt • MixMaster & more
2 Days
Feb 18-19, 2026
31 Events
Competitions, Expos & more
3 Workshops
MuLearn, CNC & IEEE
Explore Events
21 competitions across 7 time buckets. One registration form covers all events. Choose wisely — you can only pick one event per bucket.
Technical & Innovation
Blind Coding
Bucket 2 • Day 1 • 11am–12pm
Image Prompting
Bucket 1 • Day 1 • 10am–11am
Ideathon
Bucket 5 • Day 2 • 9:30am–11am
Rapid AI Chatbot
Bucket 4 • Day 1 • 4pm–5:30pm
CTF
Bucket 3 • Day 1 • 1pm–4pm
Jail Breaking
Bucket 2 • Day 1 • 11am–12pm
MATLAB / Simulink
Bucket 5 • Day 2 • 9:30am–11am
Hardware & Engineering
Line Following Robot
Bucket 3 • Day 1 • 1pm–4pm
Precision Soldering
Bucket 5 • Day 2 • 9:30am–11am
Circuit Debugging
Bucket 4 • Day 1 • 4pm–5:30pm
Unwire To Win
Bucket 6 • Day 2 • 11am–12pm
Power Quest
Bucket 1 • Day 1 • 10am–11am
Volt Edge – Game Zone
Bucket 6 • Day 2 • 11am–12pm
Design, Logic & Fun
CAD Quest
Bucket 2 • Day 1 • 11am–12pm
CAD Clash
Bucket 7 • Day 2 • 1pm–4pm
Area Calculation
Bucket 4 • Day 1 • 4pm–5:30pm
Tower Construction
Bucket 3 • Day 1 • 1pm–4pm
Sonic Maze
Bucket 7 • Day 2 • 1pm–4pm
Treasure Hunt
Bucket 7 • Day 2 • 1pm–4pm
MixMaster Challenge
Bucket 6 • Day 2 • 11am–12pm
Blind Fold Challenge
Bucket 1 • Day 1 • 10am–11am
Open to students from all colleges. One form covers all competitions.
Full Schedule
Complete event timeline across both days — competitions, workshops, expos, and more. Plan your HYVE experience.
Game / CompetitionGeneralWorkshopEsports
DAY 1 — February 18
9:30 AM – 10:00 AM
Inauguration
General • Dome
Official opening ceremony of HYVE 2026 — the inaugural season of the flagship technology festival at Providence College of Engineering.
10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Image Prompting
Competition • Room 6108
Replicate a reference image using precise AI prompts. Focus on lighting, composition, texture, color, and style. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹20 Entry
Blind Fold Challenge
Competition • Room 2101
Integrate three unknown electronic components into a kit. Creativity and technical adaptability are tested. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
Power Quest
Competition • Room 2103
Collect hidden components across campus and build a working circuit. Coordination and speed are key. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
MuLearn Workshop
Workshop • MBA Seminar Hall
Velocity 2.0 — A hands-on game development workshop focused on building interactive experiences using Unity. Explore core design principles, game mechanics, and real-time development. Organized by Mulearn PRC.
10:00 AM – 5:00 PMAll Day
EV Expo
General • Dome
Showcases sustainable mobility through cutting-edge electric vehicles and next-generation automotive technologies, highlighting innovation in design, efficiency, and intelligent systems.
RC Car Show
General • Bus Parking
Powered by Torque7Racing — showcases high-speed, precision-engineered RC machines, highlighting the thrill of scale motorsport and technical performance.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Blind Coding
Competition • Room 3003
Code without visual feedback using logic and memory. Accuracy and syntax matter most. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹20 Entry
Jail Breaking
Competition • Room 3002
Bypass safeguards of a restricted AI model using creative prompts. Extract a hidden "secret" without triggering refusal mechanisms. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
CAD Quest
Competition • Room 3001
A fast-paced mechanical design competition — create precise CAD models from a live technical brief. Tests speed, accuracy, and design skills under pressure. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
CNC Hands-on Workshop
Workshop • Mech Fluid Lab
A practical workshop introducing the fundamentals of CNC machining and digital manufacturing through guided hands-on experience. Explore machine operations, precision techniques, and real-world applications.
Line Following Robot
Competition • Room 6206
Assemble a disassembled robot kit and program it to follow a track. Integrate sensors and motors for accurate line detection. Precision, stability, and smooth navigation are key. ₹3,500 Prize Pool · ₹200 Entry
Tower Construction
Competition • Room 2002
Build a model bridge with specified materials. Focus on stability and load efficiency. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
CTF
Competition • Room 3002
Find and exploit vulnerabilities in code, software, or systems. Retrieve hidden "flags" to prove successful breaches. Speed, logic, and cybersecurity skills matter most. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
4:00 PM – 5:30 PM
Circuit Debugging
Competition • Room 2101
Identify and fix faults in a pre-installed electronic circuit. Logical troubleshooting and restoration are required. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
Rapid AI Chatbot
Competition • Room 6206
Build a fully functional AI chatbot using no-code tools. Design conversational flows and system prompts for accuracy and responsiveness. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹100 Entry
Area Calculation
Competition • Civil Lab
Measure and compute the area of a site using surveying tools. Accurate data recording is essential. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹100 Entry
DAY 2 — February 19
9:30 AM – 11:00 AM
Precision Soldering
Competition • Room 6207
Assemble and solder a PCB accurately. Component placement, neatness, and thermal control are critical. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
Ideathon
Competition • Main Seminar Hall
Develop a technology-driven solution for a real-world problem. Define functionality, required tech, and audience impact. ₹3,500 Prize Pool · ₹100 Entry
MATLAB / Simulink Debugging
Competition • Room 3003
Fix errors in MATLAB/Simulink power system models. Accuracy and logical problem-solving are essential. ₹3,500 Prize Pool · ₹100 Entry
9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
IEEE Workshop
Workshop • MBA Seminar Hall
Trust the Processor — A focused workshop introducing IoT fundamentals and ESP32 architecture through a hands-on mini project. Explore connected systems and real-world embedded applications. Organized by IEEE PRC.
Esports (PES) Final
Esports • Room 6110
The eFootball Tournament delivers a competitive virtual football experience focused on strategy, control, and quick decision-making. Players must demonstrate skill and composure to dominate on the digital pitch.
9:30 AM – 4:00 PMAll Day
Student Project Expo
General • Room 6002-A
Students showcase their innovative projects and engineering solutions in an open-floor exhibition format, demonstrating real-world problem-solving and technical creativity.
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Unwire To Win
Competition • Room 2103
Remove redundant wires from a circuit without disrupting functionality. Precision and steady execution are needed. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
Volt Edge – Game Zone
Competition • Room 2002
Complete fast-paced, circuit-based technical challenges. Speed, precision, and reflexes are tested. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
MixMaster Challenge
Competition • Civil Lab
Design, cast, and cure concrete cubes. Compressive strength and adherence to standards matter. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹100 Entry
11:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Robotic Expo
General • Room 6109
Showcases advanced robotic systems and automation technologies transforming industries through real-world engineering innovation.
1:00 PM – 4:00 PM
CAD Clash
Competition • Room 3001
Create complete CAD drawings for a residential building. Precision, layout efficiency, and design clarity are key. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
Sonic Maze
Competition • Room 6210
Navigate a blindfolded maze using a custom ultrasonic sensor and buzzer. Interpret sound feedback to detect walls. Spatial reasoning and careful navigation are critical. ₹1,500 Prize Pool · ₹50 Entry
Treasure Hunt
Competition • Outdoor
Explore the campus to find and scan hidden QR codes via a web app. Track all checkpoints efficiently. Speed, planning, and coordination determine success. ₹1,750 Prize Pool · ₹100 Entry
4:00 PM
Closing Ceremony
General • Dome
Prize distribution, winner announcements, and the official closing of HYVE Season 1. Celebrate two days of innovation, competition, and engineering excellence.
Plan your selections carefully — register once for all events.
