Presented by Tancam
TNWISE | 2026
TANCAM's hackathon for women in science and engineering
Where Innovation Blossoms Into Success
TNWISE is an annual collaborative hackathon that brings together aspiring women innovators,
technologists,
and student teams from engineering colleges, universities, and science institutions across Tamil
Nadu.
Building on the remarkable success of previous editions, TNWISE 2026 is poised to be even
more expansive and impactful, with a prize pool of ₹19.2 Lakhs.
TNWISE - 2024
TNWISE - 2025
Impact & Rewards
Where Innovation Meets
Where Innovation Meets
Opportunity
Total Prize Pool
₹19.2 Lakhs
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs
10,200+
Students Participated Across Editions
450+
Partner Institutions & Colleges
2,600+
Innovative Projects Showcased
40+
Women Entrepreneurs Empowered
500+
Researchers & Mentors Supported
200+
Internship Opportunities Created
Project Domains
Themes & Schedules
MAR
07
PERIYAR MANIAMMAI INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY
Vallam, Tamil Nadu
Project Theme
Life Science & Health Technology
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- Diagnostic device engineering
- Therapeutic device system design
- Embedded electronics for medical devices
- Medical device software and firmware
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- Orthopedic implant design and analysis
- Biomaterials for implants
- Electrical and neural prosthetic systems
- Implant performance simulation and validation
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- Biosensor design and signal conditioning
- Medical instrumentation circuits
- Wearable health monitoring devices
- Data acquisition and processing systems
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- Hospital equipment integration systems
- Clinical data management platforms
- Medical imaging systems engineering
- Decision-support tools for clinicians
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- Assistive device mechanical design
- Smart wheelchairs and mobility aids
- Human-Machine interaction for rehabilitation
- Inclusive technology for persons with disabilities
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- Medical-grade manufacturing processes
- Quality engineering and validation systems
- Automation in medical product assembly
- Digital traceability and compliance tools
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- Hospital MEP systems
- Medical gas and HVAC system design
- Electrical safety and backup power systems
- Smart operation and maintenance tools
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- ECG, EEG and bio-signal analysis
- Image reconstruction and enhancement techniques
- Hardware-software co-design for imaging systems
- Visualization and diagnostic tools for healthcare
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- Medical device risk analysis
- Safety-critical system design
- Reliability and lifecycle testing
- Compliance documentation and validation tools
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- Low-cost medical device engineering
- Frugal innovation and redesign
- Localization and manufacturability analysis
- Scalable deployment models for public health
MAr
12
KUMARAGURU COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
Coimbatore, Tamil
Nadu
Project Theme
Smart Agriculture & Rural Innovation
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- Autonomous farm machinery
- Sensor-based field monitoring systems
- Control systems for farm operations
- Decision-support software for farming
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- Automated irrigation mechanisms
- Embedded controllers for irrigation
- Energy-efficient pumping systems
- Rural water distribution planning
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- Cold storage and preservation systems
- Rural logistics infrastructure development
- Power systems for storage facilities
- Supply-chain tracking software solutions
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- Soil sensing and diagnostics devices
- Land suitability and terrain modeling
- Machinery for soil conditioning
- Crop resource data analysis tools
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- Rural roads and infrastructure design
- Electrification and micro-power systems
- Embedded rural monitoring devices
- Village management digital tools
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- Farm equipment design and optimization
- Power transmission and drive systems
- Control electronics for agricultural machinery
- Automation solutions for farm operations
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- Solar-powered farm equipment systems
- Bio-energy and agri-waste utilization
- Rural energy distribution networks
- Energy monitoring and control software
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- Automated feeding and housing systems
- Embedded monitoring devices for livestock
- Power systems for rural operations
- Data tools for yield and health tracking
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- Climate-resilient farm structures
- Environmental sensing and monitoring systems
- Energy-efficient adaptation technologies
- Climate data analysis and decision tools
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- Technology-enabled rural enterprises
- Small-scale processing unit design
- Electrification for micro-enterprises
- Digital tools for rural business management
MAR
28
RAJALAKSHMI ENGINEERING COLLEGE
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Project Theme
Inclusive Digital Transformation
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- Embedded digital control systems
- Cyber-physical infrastructure modeling
- Sensor-actuator integration systems
- System interoperability engineering
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- Engineering data pipelines
- Simulation-driven decision systems
- Operational analytics for engineering systems
- Data reliability and validation engineering
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- Digital twins for mechanical and civil assets
- Virtual commissioning of systems
- Simulation-based optimization workflows
- Model-based systems engineering
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- Intelligent control algorithms
- Real-time embedded system design
- Automation logic and PLC systems
- Fault detection and diagnostics
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- Inclusive HMI / UX for engineering systems
- Assistive digital interfaces
- Multilingual technical systems
- Ergonomic digital design tools
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- Cybersecurity for OT and industrial systems
- Secure firmware and hardware design
- Engineering system safety and reliability
- Secure cloud-edge architectures
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- Smart production planning systems
- Digital quality and inspection platforms
- Asset lifecycle digitalization
- Predictive maintenance architectures
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- Digital substations and protection systems
- Power electronics monitoring platforms
- Smart load and demand management tools
- Grid simulation and visualization
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- BIM-based digital construction platforms
- Infrastructure lifecycle digitization
- Construction automation systems
- Structural monitoring and diagnostics
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- Ethical engineering system design
- Gender-inclusive technology solutions
- Technology impact assessment tools
- Responsible innovation practices
APR
11
ER.PERUMAL MANIMEKALAI COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING
Hosur, Tamil Nadu
Project Theme
Smart & Sustainable Tamil Nadu
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- Flood-resistant structural systems
- Seismic-safe building design
- Advanced construction materials
- Structural performance assessment and simulation
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- Utility-scale solar and wind systems
- Energy storage systems - battery and thermal
- Power electronics for renewable integration
- Energy system modeling and optimization
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- Low-carbon cement and concrete technologies
- Recycled and alternative construction materials
- Modular and prefabricated construction systems
- Lifecycle assessment of building materials
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- Urban heat island mitigation techniques
- Passive cooling and ventilation systems
- Pollution control equipment design
- Environmental performance evaluation tools
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- Electric public transport infrastructure
- Lightweight structural systems for transport
- Charging and traction power systems
- Transport system performance modeling
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- Energy-efficient manufacturing systems
- Waste heat recovery technologies
- Sustainable factory utilities and layouts
- Manufacturing process optimization tools
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- Industrial waste reutilization systems
- Construction and demolition waste reuse
- Material separation and processing technologies
- Circular supply-chain analysis tools
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- Coastal protection and erosion control structures
- Port and harbor infrastructure sustainability
- Marine-grade structural materials
- Coastal system simulation and assessment
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- Eco-sensitive infrastructure design
- Nature-based flood and erosion solutions
- Habitat-friendly construction methods
- Environmental impact modeling tools
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- Smart substations and grid resilience
- Underground and resilient utility networks
- Electrical safety and protection systems
- Utility reliability and failure analysis tools
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