Winning engineering team will receive more than ₹5 lakh
DigiKey, the global distribution leader of electronic components and automation products,isthe presenting sponsor of the electronica India Tech Challenge 2026, a national innovation hackathon that brings together engineers, developers, students and makers to solve real-world electronics challenges.
“DigiKey is committed tosupporting the next generation of engineersin India,” said Brooks Vigen, senior director of global strategic marketing at DigiKey. “Engineering and design events, like the electronica India Tech Challenge,help us create opportunities for the next generation of innovators to explore emerging technologies and develop solutions that can have a meaningful impact across industries.”
Tech Challenge participantscombine hardware and software expertise across areas including embedded systems, AI and machine learning, robotics and automation, semiconductor applications, smart manufacturing, industrial electronics, edge computing, sustainability and healthcare electronics.
Shortlisted teams receivedmentorship supportand the opportunity to develop and refine working prototypes before presenting their solutions at electronica India. Finalists will beselected based on their working prototypes andwill demonstrate their designs at the trade fairon September 17, 2026. The winning team will receive more than ₹5 lakh and national recognition.
FAQs
What is the electronica India Tech Challenge?
The electronica India Tech Challenge is a national innovation hackathon by Messe München that brings together software developers, hardware engineers, embedded systems experts, AI innovators and technology enthusiasts to solve real-world industry challenges.
How else does DigiKey India support local engineers?
- DigiKey’sTechForum is a 24/7 technical resource for engineers and developers to discuss electronic components, design solutions and product support.
- DigiKey’sio site includes video tutorials, projects, ideas, tools and more to help and inspire engineers, designers and makers in India.
- DigiKey provides fast, free shipping on orders over ₹7,000.
To learn more about DigiKey’sproduct portfolio and engineering resources in India, visit DigiKey.in.
