Frequently Ask Question
1.What is Naan Mudhalvan Niral Thiruvizha Hackathon 2.0?
The Naan Mudhalvan Niral Thiruvizha Hackathon is a statewide competition which seeks to inspire students' innovative and entrepreneurial thinking to address persistent issues and real-world problems with technology-driven solutions that improve quality of life.
2.How do I register for the Niral Thiruvizha competition?
Register online through our website within deadline
3.Who can participate under Naan Mudhalvan Niral Thiruvizha?
- Final year engineering students (Including Autonomous institutions)
- Faculty guides
- Mentors
- Incubation Centers
- Centres of Excellence
4.What are themes for Niral Thiruvizha 2.0?
- Med tech/ Bio tech/ Health tech
- Agriculture/ Food tech
- Transportation/ Logistics/ Smart vehicles
- Clean, Green & Renewable energy
- Climate change/ Disaster management
- Smart Education/ Edu-tech/ Skill Development
- Robotics/ Drone/ Industry 4.0
- Solid Waste/ Bio-waste/ E-waste
- Rural/Urban development
- Manufacturing/ Engineering Technology
- Construction/ Building technology
- Information/Communication Technology
5. Stakeholders involved in Naan Mudhalvan Niral Thiruvizha?
- Tamil Nadu Skill Development Corporation
- Entrepreneurship Development and Innovation Institute - Tamil Nadu
- Startup TN
- Anna University
6. What is the team size?
The team size should be a minimum of one and maximum four members.
7. What is the Prize money for students?
- The top 1000 teams will receive financial grants of ₹10,000 per team to develop prototypes of their ideas, enabling hands-on problem-solving and innovation.
- The top 50 teams will be awarded ₹2 lakh Innovation Vouchers to further develop and commercialize their ideas, transforming them into startups.
8. What are the benefits from Naan Mudhalvan Niral Thiruvizha?
- Institutions benefit by strengthening their entrepreneurial ecosystem and building a track record of incubating successful startups.
- Students will receive expert advice from industry professionals, incubation managers, entrepreneurs, and academicians during the review and evaluation phases.
- Students will be trained in business model development, market strategy, and startup management, equipping them with entrepreneurial skills.
- Students will work on real-world problem statements spanning twelve diverse themes, fostering critical thinking and technical skills.
- Institutions gain opportunities to integrate cutting-edge projects into their curriculum and align with industry needs.
- Students will connect with peers, experts, and stakeholders at reviews, boot camps, and events, gaining exposure to valuable networks.
- Institutions strengthen relationships with government bodies, industries, and academic partners.
- Students will receive certificates and recognition from key dignitaries, boosting their profiles for future academic or entrepreneurial pursuits.
- Institutions enhance their credibility and visibility as contributors to prestigious government-led initiatives.
- Institutions play a pivotal role in fostering innovation for societal good, enhancing their standing as hubs of inclusive growth and skill development.
9. What are the evaluation criteria in Niral Thiruvizha Hackathon?
- Impact
- Innovation
- Scalability
- Feasibility & Viability
- Execution plan
10. Will I receive a certificate of participation?
Yes, all participants will receive a certificate.
11. Is Niral Thiruvizha held every year?
Yes, Niral Thiruvizha Hackathon is typically held every year.
12. How can I stay updated about the event?
Follow our social media channels and website for updates and announcements.