KITH - 2026

Students present technical research on engineering topics using PowerPoint.

Submit abstract before event. Present using PPT (Max 8 slides).

• Technical/Engineering related content only.
• Time: 6-7 min presentation + 2 min Q&A.
• No plagiarism allowed.
• Judges' decision is final.

Team Size: 1–2 Members

Visual storytelling of engineering solutions for sustainable development.

Prepare A1 size printed poster. Explain to judges for 3-5 min.

• Poster must be original and creative.
• A1 size (printed or handmade).
• Max explanation time: 5 minutes.
• Visual clarity and data accuracy are key.

Team Size: 1–2 Members

Identify and correct errors in electronic circuits or diagrams.

Provided with faulty circuit diagrams or breadboard circuits to fix.

• No mobile phones or external help allowed.
• Time limit: 20-30 minutes.
• Team discussion is allowed within the team.
• Accuracy and speed are the primary criteria.

Team Size: 1–2 Members

Solve programming problems within a time limit using C, Python, or Java.

Solve 3-5 coding problems on the provided systems.

• Restricted internet access (only specific documentation).
• Allowed languages: C, Python, Java.
• No copying or external communication.
• Efficiency of code and time taken will be judged.

Team Size: 1–2 Members

Pitch innovative startup ideas or product concepts to a panel of judges.

Pitch startup idea using PPT or physical charts/models.

• Idea must be original and feasible.
• Business model and target audience explanation required.
• Time: 5-7 minutes for pitching.
• Q&A session with judges follows the pitch.

Team Size: 2–4 Members

Speak on a given topic for one minute without hesitation or repetition.

Pick a topic randomly from a bowl and speak for 1 minute.

• No hesitation, repetition, or stuttering.
• No deviation from the topic.
• Strictly 1 minute duration.
• Language should be clear and professional.

Team Size: Individual

Showcase hidden talents like singing, dancing, magic, or any unique skill.

Perform on stage for 2-3 minutes in front of judges.

• Time limit: Strictly 3 minutes.
• No vulgarity or offensive content.
• Background music must be submitted before the deadline.
• Participants must bring their own props.

Team Size: Individual

Promote or sell a product creatively using persuasion and marketing skills.

Teams present marketing strategies or perform a role-play advertisement.

• Time limit: 5 minutes.
• Persuasion skills and creativity are vital.
• No offensive or misleading content.
• Judges' decision is final.

Team Size: 2–4 Members

Teams are shown a series of images that together hint at a hidden word — it can be a movie, song, object, place, or anything. Decode the visual puzzle and guess the answer!

• Maximum 2 members per team.
• No mobile phones allowed.
• Answers must be called out clearly.
• Multiple rounds with increasing difficulty.
• Judges' decision is final.

Team Size: 1–2 Members

One member holds an image card above their head facing outward without seeing it — showing a person, place, or thing. Their partner gives verbal clues to help them guess what it is. Race against the clock!

• Exactly 2 members required.
• Clue-giver cannot say the word, spell it, or use rhymes.
• No gestures allowed — verbal clues only.
• Time limit per round: 90 seconds.
• Judges' decision is final.

Team Size: Exactly 2 Members

Battle it out in Free Fire duo mode! Team up with your partner and fight your way to victory in this intense battle royale competition.

• Matches will be conducted in Duo mode
• Tournament bracket format
• Participants MUST bring their own mobile device with Free Fire installed and fully charged
• Ensure your device is charged and game is updated before arriving at the venue

• Exactly 2 members per team (Duo mode only)
• Free Fire game only — no other game permitted
• Participants must bring their own device (mobile phone) with Free Fire installed
• Device must be fully charged before the match
• Organisers will NOT provide any devices
• Hacking, modding, or using any cheat tools is strictly prohibited and leads to immediate disqualification
• No offensive language or unsportsmanlike behavior
• Judges' / organizers' decision is final
• Both members must be present at the venue
• Teams must report 15 minutes before their match

Team Size: Exactly 2 members (Duo)