GNA University Hackathon 4.0

Date: 04-04-2026 to 05-04-2026

Event Report

Introduction

With the heavenly blessings of Reverend Sant Baba Malkit Singh Ji and Sant Baba Dlawar Singh Ji (Brahm Ji) and the benign endorsement of Hon’ble Chancellor, Sant Baba Manmohan Singh Ji, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (UIET), Sant Baba Bhag Singh University, under the guidance of Worthy Vice Chancellor Prof. (Dr.) Vijay Dhir and Dean UIET Prof. (Dr.) Jagdeep Kaur, proudly highlights its participation in GNA Hackathon 4.0 – Innovate | Create | Transform, organized by GNA University, Phagwara.

The hackathon served as a vibrant platform for students to showcase creativity, technical expertise, and problem-solving abilities through real-world challenges.

Event Details

Event Name: GNA Hackathon 4.0
Organized By: GNA University
Date: 4th – 5th April 2026
Duration: 36-hour non-stop hackathon
Venue: GNA University, Phagwara
Team Size: 3–5 members

Faculty Coordination

Er. Tejinder Kaur – CSE Department
Gurpreet Singh – CSE Department

Yadwinder Singh – CSA Department
Kashish Kanojia – Animation Department

Their mentorship and continuous guidance played a pivotal role in preparing students for the competition.

Themes of the Hackathon

Artificial Intelligence and Regulation
Cybersecurity & Blockchain
Smart Automation

Smart Education
Agriculture, Food Technology & Rural Development
Clean & Green Technology

Industry 4.0
Open Innovation

Participation Overview

A total of 19 teams participated, representing streams such as B.Tech, B.Tech (AI & ML), MCA, BCA, and B.Sc (IT). Each team consisted of 4–6 members collaborating on innovative solutions.

Shortlisted Teams

The Whitehats
Code & Cry
Iterators
Tech Titans
Tech Tide
Hackstrom

Future Path AI
Runtime Terror
Defenders
Young Minds
Innovators Hub
Achievers
Node Hunters

Activities During the Hackathon

Idea brainstorming and problem selection
Designing and developing prototypes
Coding and testing solutions
Mentorship sessions by experts
Final project presentation and demonstration

Achievements

The students of Sant Baba Bhag Singh University performed exceptionally well and secured top positions, bringing pride and recognition to the institution.

Award-Winning Performance

Both teams won in the domain of Cybersecurity & Blockchain, showcasing outstanding innovation, technical excellence, and their ability to solve real-world challenges with impactful solutions.

Learning Outcomes

Enhanced practical knowledge of emerging technologies
Improved teamwork and collaboration

Exposure to a competitive technical environment
Development of innovative thinking and problem-solving skills

Conclusion

The participation and achievements of Sant Baba Bhag Singh University in GNA Hackathon 4.0 highlight the institution’s strong commitment to excellence in technical education and innovation.

The success of the teams in reaching the finals and securing top positions reflects the talent, dedication, and perseverance of the students, along with the invaluable mentorship and guidance provided by faculty members.

This remarkable accomplishment strengthens the university’s vision of nurturing future-ready professionals equipped with creativity, technical expertise, and leadership qualities.