Theme 01
Empowering the Elderly & Differently Abled
SDG 3SDG 10SDG 11
- Good Health and Well-Being
- Reduced Inequalities
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
Heritage Institute of Technology
Institution's Innovation Council (IIC-HITK)
A National Level Prototype & Business Model Competition
UDAAN2.0
From Grounded Ideas to Sky-High Impact
National Level Reward-Based Competition on Prototype & Business Models organized by the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC), Heritage Institute of Technology, Kolkata.
Event Details
Date
26–27 August 2026
Registration
₹500 only for shortlisted 50(max) teams
Deadline
16 August 2026
Teams
Max 3 members
Prize Distribution
🥇 1st Prize₹30,000
🥈 2nd Prize₹20,000
🥉 3rd Prize₹15,000
4th Prize₹10,000
5th Prize₹5,000
Total Prize Pool₹80,000
About Udaan 2.0
Where prototypes meet purpose.
UDAAN 2.0 is a national-level, reward-based competition uniting student innovators around the pillars that shape tomorrow's economy.
Innovation
Bold ideas that redefine what's possible in emerging technology.
Entrepreneurship
Turning student ventures into viable, scalable businesses.
Prototype Development
Hands-on engineering — building the working models of tomorrow.
Startup Ecosystem
Access to mentors, incubators and the wider innovation network.
Business Models
Pitches that go from concept to a defensible, sustainable model.
Industry Collaboration
Direct engagement with industry leaders and domain experts.
Sustainable Innovation
Solutions mapped to UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Tracks & Themes
Seven themes. Infinite possibilities.
Every theme is mapped to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals — build solutions that matter.
Theme 02
Health Analytics
SDG 3SDG 9SDG 17
- Good Health and Well-Being
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Partnerships for the Goals
Theme 03
Agri Tech & Green Innovation
SDG 2SDG 9SDG 12SDG 13
- Zero Hunger
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
Theme 04
Child Welfare & Education Access
SDG 3SDG 4SDG 10
- Good Health and Well-Being
- Quality Education
- Reduced Inequalities
Theme 05
Gender Equity & Women's Safety
SDG 5SDG 10SDG 16
- Gender Equality
- Reduced Inequalities
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
Theme 06
AI-based Intelligent System
SDG 4SDG 9SDG 11
- Quality Education
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
Theme 07
Transport System & Smart Construction
SDG 9SDG 11SDG 13
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Climate Action
Competition Details
Everything you need to know at a glance.
Participants after Screening
50 Teams (max)
Maximum Team Members
3
Registration Fee
₹500 / selected team
Venue
Heritage Institute of Technology
Mode
Offline
Important Dates
Mark your calendars.
Keep track of all the important deadlines and event dates.
| Event | Date | Time | Location | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Submission Opens | July 28, 2026 | 9:00 AM | Online Portal | Team registration portal goes live |
| Submission Deadline | August 16, 2026 | 11:59 PM | Online Portal | Last date for team registration |
| Submission Shortlisting Notification | August 20, 2026 | To be notified via email | Online Portal | Shortlisted teams will be notified via email |
| Final event | August 26-27, 2026 | 10:00 AM onwards | To be notified via email | Selected teams will be notified via email |
Rules & Guidelines
Registration Information.
Everything you need to know before, during, and after submitting your application.
Registration Guidelines
- Each team can have a maximum of 3 student members and a mentor (optional)
- Open to all undergraduate and postgraduate students
- Registration: 28th July 2026 - 16th August 2026
Before You Submit
- Ensure all team member details are accurate
- Double-check your contact information
- Review your SDG theme selection
- Proofread your idea description
- Verify team composition meets requirements
After Registration
- You will receive a confirmation email if your team is shortlisted.
- If selected, your team will be required to pay a registration fee of ₹500 per team.
- You will receive competition updates and important announcements.
Downloads
Get the Resources
Everything you need — brochure and track details — available for download.
Event Brochure
Download Brochure
Get the official UDAAN 2.0 brochure with event overview.
Theme Details
Download Theme Guide
Explore the SDG mapping document covering all hackathon themes.
Submission Template
Download Submission Template
Get the template document to prepare your submission.
Awards & Rewards
Build boldly. Be recognised.
A prize pool designed to fuel your next step — plus certificates for every eligible participant.
🥇
First Prize
₹30,000
🥈
Second Prize
₹20,000
🥉
Third Prize
₹15,000
4th Prize
₹10,000
5th Prize
₹5,000
Certificates
🎓 Every eligible participant receives an official UDAAN 2.0 Certificate of Participation.
Team
Meet Our Members
Our leadership, advisors, faculty coordinators, student volunteers and jury members.
Chief Patron
Shri H.K. Chaudhary
Chairman, Vikram Solar Ltd. and Chairman, Board of Trustees, Kalyan Bharti Trust (KBT), Kolkata
Official Guidelines
Rules & Guidelines
01
Team Size
Maximum 3 members per team. Cross-institution teams are permitted.
02
Registration
Team leaders are required to complete registration for all team members.
03
Registration Fee
Selected teams will pay ₹500 per team at the time of registration.
04
Original Prototype
Only original, previously unpublished prototypes are allowed. Plagiarism results in disqualification.
05
Reporting Time
Teams must report on time as per the published schedule on both days.
06
Judges' Decision
The decision of the jury will be final and binding.
07
Event Schedule
Participants must respect the event schedule and instructions of the organizers.
08
Certificates
Certificates will be provided to all eligible participants.
FAQ
Questions? Answered.
Contact Us
Heritage Institute of Technology
Kolkata, West Bengal
India - 700107
Kolkata, West Bengal
India - 700107
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Event Highlights
2025
Inter-Institution Competition
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2026
National Level Competition
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