The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), Faculty of Engineering & Technology, is set to host the second edition of Inceptrix, a national-level, hackathon-driven technical event focused on student-led innovation and applied technology learning, scheduled for 27–28 February 2026.
Inceptrix 2.0 aims to expand its academic and innovation footprint. The 2nd edition will feature competitive hackathons, hands on workshops, and expert led sessions aimed at encouraging creativity, collaboration, and solution-oriented thinking among students. The event aims to support JU FET’s focus on industry-relevant education and future-ready skill development.
The initiative is led by the Tech Council of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, a professional student body that oversees more than fifteen specialized technical clubs. The council functions as a central platform for technical initiatives, interdisciplinary collaboration, and experiential learning through structured events and competitions across the institution.
Inceptrix 2.0 will also open opportunities for industry partners to engage through event sponsorships, workshops, digital promotions, prize sponsorships, and on ground brand presence. These collaborations aim to create meaningful interaction between emerging talent and the technology ecosystem while supporting student innovation at scale.
As part of the hackathon competitions, participants will compete for an attractive prize pool. The Winner will receive a cash prize of ₹1,00,000, the First Runner-Up will be awarded ₹50,000, and the Second Runner-Up will receive ₹25,000. In addition, Top 10 teams will be recognized with exclusive gift hampers, further motivating innovation and excellence among participants.
The event will be hosted at JAIN Global Campus at Kanakapura Main Road in Bengaluru.
Students from engineering and technology disciplines across institutions are welcome to register before 31 January 2026. For registration, please visit the link https://inceptrix.in/
For event details, visit –
https://unstop.com/hackathons/inceptrix-20-school-of-computer-science-and-engineering-scse-jain-university-1615522
