Convergence 1.0: 32-Hour Hackathon at JIS College of Engineering

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Convergence 1.0 is a 32-hour hackathon organized by the Coding Club of JIS College of Engineering (JISCE), bringing together builders, developers, designers, and technology enthusiasts for an intensive in-person innovation experience.

Hosted at JIS College of Engineering, Kalyani, Nadia, West Bengal, the hackathon challenges participants to collaborate, build technology-driven solutions, and turn innovative ideas into working projects.


About Convergence 1.0

Convergence 1.0 is designed as an intensive 32-hour hackathon where participants can work together to develop technology solutions across a range of domains.

The event welcomes both experienced participants and beginners. Participants can form teams, choose a problem area, develop their ideas, and work through the hackathon to create their projects.

According to the official event website, participants will have access to mentors during the event, making it suitable for those who are participating in a hackathon for the first time as well.

Hackathon Tracks

Participants can choose from seven mission tracks:

1. Healthtech

Develop technology solutions related to healthcare, wellness, and medical systems.

2. Edtech

Explore innovative technologies that can improve learning, teaching, and knowledge sharing.

3. Sustainability

Create technology-driven solutions addressing clean energy, climate challenges, environmental protection, and green technology.

4. AI / ML

Work with artificial intelligence, machine learning, intelligent agents, deep learning, generative technologies, and related innovations.

5. Agriculture

Develop solutions for smart farming, agricultural technology, and efficient food production.

6. Web3 / Blockchain

Explore decentralized applications, smart contracts, blockchain-based solutions, and other Web3 technologies.

7. Open Innovation

Participants can bring their own technology idea without being restricted to a specific problem domain.

Who Can Participate?

Participants aged 18 and above can participate.

The hackathon is open to:

  • Students
  • Professionals
  • Designers
  • Developers
  • First-time hackathon participants
  • Technology enthusiasts

Beginners are also welcome, with mentors available during the event.

Event Format

Convergence 1.0 is an in-person hackathon taking place at the JIS College of Engineering campus.

Participants will collaborate with their teams over 32 hours to develop and present their projects.

The event provides an opportunity to work on real-world technology ideas while learning from fellow participants and mentors.

Venue

JIS College of Engineering
Sector A, Phase III,
Kalyani, Nadia, West Bengal

JIS College of Engineering is the host venue for the Convergence 1.0 hackathon.

Prizes and Rewards

The organizers have announced several prize categories, while the final prize details are being revealed progressively.

The website currently highlights:

  • The Apex Titan
  • Elite Vanguard
  • Bronze Defender
  • Track prizes
  • Giveaways
  • Exclusive participant gifts



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