Mangaluru – The third edition of HackToFuture, a 36-hour national-level hackathon, successfully concluded on April 9 at St Joseph Engineering College (SJEC), Vamanjoor, with over 2,000 innovators from 21 states showcasing tech-driven solutions to industry-relevant challenges.

Jointly organised by EGDK India Pvt Ltd, the Indian arm of Denmark-based EG A/S, and SJEC, the event ran from April 7 to 9 and focused on four critical themes: Healthcare and Citizen Welfare, Industry and Trade, Construction and Workforce Management, and a Mystery Theme. The hackathon saw 44 shortlisted teams compete intensely for ₹2.4 lakh in total prize money.

Industry collaboration fuels innovation

Problem statements were provided by EGDK India, ensuring that the solutions aligned with real-time industry demands. Participants received expert mentorship from professionals from both EGDK India and EG A/S Denmark, and a panel of industry experts conducted the final evaluations.

The inaugural ceremony was graced by:

  • Mr. Peter Kayser, CFO, EG India and Head of Shared Services Capability Center

  • Mr. Jeevan D’Souza, Country HR Head, EGDK India

  • Rev. Fr. Wilfred Prakash D’Souza, Director, SJEC

  • Rev. Fr. Kenneth R Crasta, Assistant Director, SJEC

  • Dr. Rio D’Souza, Principal, SJEC

Winning innovations recognised

The hackathon concluded with a valedictory address by Mr. Eske Bo Rosenberg, Consul General of Denmark and Head of Trade & Innovation, who praised the collaborative energy of the young minds.

“We need young bright minds who work across disciplines and borders. This hackathon is a shining example of how teamwork can drive impactful change,” he said.

Mr. Anand Fernandes, CEO & Director of EG India, echoed this sentiment and reinforced EG’s vision of nurturing talent:

“Empowering the next generation of innovators is a responsibility we take seriously. HackToFuture is our investment in that vision.”

Top performers by theme

  • Healthcare and Citizen Welfare

    • 🥇 Team CodeCrew – Nitte Meenakshi Institute of Technology, Yelahanka

    • 🥈 Team Alt+F4 – KLE Institute of Technology, Hubli

  • Industry and Trade

    • 🥇 Team Numeronauts – Mangalore Institute of Technology and Engineering

    • 🥈 Team Hackathon-Gcoeara – Government College of Engineering and Research, Avasari Khurd

  • Construction and Workforce Management

    • 🥇 Team Integrated Innovators – Cambridge Institute of Technology, North Campus

    • 🥈 Team Code Brigade – Cambridge Institute of Technology, North Campus

  • Mystery Theme

    • 🥇 Team Tricharm – Dayananda Sagar College of Engineering, Bengaluru

Special Awards:

  • Best UI/UX Design – Team HogRiders, NITK Surathkal

  • Best GitHub Repository Structure – Team HACK404, NITK Surathkal

Celebrating teamwork and tech at SJEC

The event was hosted by the Training and Placement Cell, in collaboration with the Departments of Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering. Dr. Sridevi Saralay (HoD, CSE) welcomed attendees, and Dr. Dayakshini (HoD, ECE) delivered the vote of thanks. Compering duties were handled by Ms. Varshitha Kulkarni from the CSBS Department.

EG and SJEC: Building a tech-forward future

EG, headquartered in Denmark, is a leader in Nordic vertical software solutions, with a strong Indian presence in Mangaluru through EGDK India, employing over 700 professionals. The company’s focus on innovation and real-world problem-solving has made HackToFuture a vital platform for discovering and mentoring India’s next-gen tech talent.

SJEC, an autonomous institution affiliated to VTU and accredited by NAAC with an A+ grade, has long been recognised for its excellence in engineering education. Its NBA-accredited programmes and emphasis on innovation continue to attract top students and collaborators.

HackToFuture 3.0 successfully blended academia, industry, and innovation—fueling young minds to shape solutions for a better, more connected world.