Event Date and year: 29th September, 2025
Event brief description
Galgotias University, under the visionary leadership of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, is proud to announce the Silicon Sprint & ElectroBuild Hackathon 2025. Organized by the Galgotias Incubation Centre (GICRISE) in collaboration with the Department of Electrical, Electronics and Communication Engineering (EECE), the hackathon will take place on 29th September 2025.
With a massive ₹12 Lakh prize pool, the event is designed to inspire innovation and nurture future-ready solutions in two major domains: VLSI Chip Designing and Electronic Product Development & Prototyping. Winners will not only receive attractive cash prizes but also gain access to Galgotias Incubation Centre’s exclusive offerings, including venture capitalist connections, government grants, accelerator programs, cutting-edge EDA tools, 24/7 functional support, and mentorship from industry leaders.
Additionally, participants stand a chance to benefit from the StartInUP Grant, which provides prototype support up to ₹5 Lakh and go-to-market support up to ₹7.5 Lakh for startups incorporated in Uttar Pradesh.
The last date to register is 20th September 2025, with a nominal fee of ₹2000/- for shortlisted candidates. This is more than a hackathon—it’s an opportunity to innovate, build, and bring groundbreaking ideas to life.
Event Detailed Description
Under the visionary guidance of Hon’ble Chancellor Shri Suneel Galgotia and Hon’ble CEO Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, Galgotias University continues to strengthen its reputation as a hub for innovation, research, and entrepreneurship. Taking a significant step forward in this mission, GICRISEin collaboration with the Department of Electronics, Galgotias University hosting “Silicon Sprint & Electro Build Hackathon” event on 29th September 2025. It is an intensive brainstorming event where individuals from different backgrounds, skills and interests converge to diagnose predefined problems, identify the best opportunities and idea the most viable solution. The young minds are often determined innovators who have the potential to provide innovative solutions and contribute to social welfare and the economy in countless ways. However, ultimate success requires a platform to present their ideas.
This hackathon is designed to ignite curiosity and provide a platform for young innovators to showcase their potential in VLSI Chip Design and Electronic Product Development & Prototyping. We invite groundbreaking ideas, and shortlisted participants will get the opportunity to present their concepts before a distinguished panel of experts.
Participants will work on real-world challenges in two dedicated tracks—VLSI Chip Designing and Electronic Product Development & Prototyping. The event aims to ignite curiosity, foster innovation, and provide a platform for students and early-stage entrepreneurs to showcase their groundbreaking ideas. Shortlisted teams will present their concepts before a distinguished panel of industry experts, researchers, and startup mentors.
Themes
This Hackathon is structured around two innovation-driven tracks:
Theme 1: VLSI Chip Designing
Focus: Next-generation chip design, architecture optimization, low-power design, and emerging semiconductor solutions.
Theme 2: Electronic Product Development & Prototyping
Focus: Designing and prototyping electronic systems, embedded devices, IoT products, and consumer/industrial electronics.
Eligibility Criteria:
1. Ideation stage can participate in the Hackathon
2. A maximum of four participants is permitted per team.
3. An individual or a team with an innovative business idea can register.
4. The idea should have potential to be commercialized.
5. It is desired that the idea should have a clear value proposition.
6. Entries must fall under either VLSI Chip Designing or Electronic Product Development & Prototyping
Awards & Recognition
Prize (GRANT) pool upto Rs. 12,00,000/- for Theme 1 & 2.
Additional Recognition:
Opportunity for incubation at GICRISE
Certificates of Participation
Recognition across partner and ecosystem networks.
Offerings from GICRISE
In addition to the prize money, participants will gain access to an exclusive ecosystem of resources and opportunities through Galgotias Incubation Centre (GICRISE), including:
Access to Venture Capitalists & Government Grants to accelerate innovation.
Admission to Incubation & Accelerator Programs for long-term entrepreneurial support.
Use of cutting-edge EDA Tools and Hardware Facilities for chip design and prototyping.
Mentorship from Industry Experts to refine and scale projects.
24 x 7 Functional Support to ensure smooth progression of ideas.
Eligibility for StartInUP Grant, offering prototype support up to ₹5 Lakh and GTM support up to ₹7.5 Lakh for UP-incorporated startups.
Timeline
Last Date for Idea Submission: 20th September 2025
Hackathon Day: 29th September 2025
Registration Link: https://forms.gle/RqKkSeAp1b7yKK5S6
Registration Fees: Rs.2,000/-For Shortlisted Participants (upto 04 members) only
Department Name –GICRISE
Event Outcome
Galgotias Silicon Sprint & ElectroBuild Hackathon will result in the discovery of innovative ideas and commercialization-ready prototypes in semiconductor design and electronic prototyping. By connecting students, researchers, and entrepreneurs with industry experts, the event will strengthen academia–industry collaboration and create a pipeline of startups ready for incubation at GICRISE. Participants will gain entrepreneurial skills, mentorship, and hands-on exposure to cutting-edge technologies, preparing them for real-world challenges. The hackathon will also foster peer-to-peer learning, knowledge sharing, and ecosystem growth while contributing to India’s vision of becoming a global hub for electronics innovation and Atmanirbhar Bharat.