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KONE Elevate

Engineer. Envision. Elevate.

A National-Level Hackathon

₹2,50,000

Prize Pool

A National-level Hackathon
conducted by KONE in association
with Easwari Engineering College.

Solve real-world challenges in
elevators and building
management.

Form a team with up to 4 members. 

No registration required, just email
your submission to
koneitechackathon@kone.com.

At KONE, our mission is to improve the flow of urban life. As a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, KONE provides elevators, escalators and automatic building doors, as well as solutions for maintenance and modernization, which add value to the life cycle of any building.

Easwari Engineering College (EEC), established in 1996 under the SRM Group of Institutions, is affiliated to Anna University. The college offers a wide range of engineering and management programs, combining strong academics with industry-focused learning. With state-of-the-art facilities, dedicated faculty, and a vibrant research culture, EEC fosters innovation, entrepreneurship, and holistic development.

Timeline

October 14th 09:00 AM

Idea Submission Deadline

October 17th

Top 30 Idea Submissions
are shortlisted

November 7th & 8th
2-day Hackathon
for shortlisted teams
November 14th

Winner Felicitation at
Tech Summit

Problem Statements

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Reimagining the Elevator Experience

Design next-gen elevators that are not just functional, but engaging, immersive, and delightful for users.

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Empowering the Next-Gen Elevator Technician

Use digital technologies to make elevator technicians’ jobs safer, smarter, and attractive for the next generation.

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Smarter, Safer Buildings of the Future

Create solutions that help building managers run operations smoothly and securely, especially during failures, fires, or peak traffic.

Evaluation
Criteria

Frequently Asked Questions

Any Student or research scholar from a recognized institution.

The Prize Money is ₹1,00,000 for the overall winner, and ₹50,000 for the winner of each individual category.

Accommodation will be provided and meals will be available at subsidised prices

30 hours hackathon. Nov 7 – Start time 9am to Nov 8 – End time 3pm

Teams can have up to 4 members.

Registration Open 2026
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