Real Problems.
Real People.
Real Prototypes.
Igniting Innovation through Make-A-Thon
Real Problems.
Why We Host Makeathon?
At Karkhana Makerspace, Makeathon aren’t just a coding contest — it’s a platform where students, startups and changemakers come together to solve real-world problems using technology, design, and pure creativity.
We’ve empowered 1000+ innovators across Odisha (Phase 1) to turn ideas into impact with our partners.
Innovate Odisha S2 (2024)
Innovate Odisha S1 (2023)
Code 4 Odisha (2022)
Innovate Odisha S2 (2024)
The latest edition took place at Nalanda Institute of Technology, Bhubaneswar, under the call “Generate, Sustain, Automate.”
This 24-hour hackathon challenged participants to prototype using Generative AI, ClimateTech, Digital Twin, and Industry Automation.
With panels featuring the Shri Krushna Chandra Patra (Odisha Science & Technology Minister) and UNDP leadership, Season 2 crowned winners received ₹100,000 in prizes, along with runner-up and innovation/business awards.
Innovate Odisha S1 (2023)
The first season set the stage for multi-disciplinary innovation across themes like agritech, healthtech, mobility, and sustainability.
Hosted collaboratively by Karkhana and AIC–Nalanda, it provided students and professionals with mentorship, funding, and access to makerspace infrastructure. Top teams earned incubation and ongoing support to scale their solutions.
Code 4 Odisha (2022)
This 36‑hour in-person hackathon at SOA’s Institute of Technical Education and Research (ITER) in Bhubaneswar brought together over 200 student developers to tackle pressing challenges in disaster management, education, healthcare, and tourism.
Recognised as the state’s largest coding event, it featured a keynote by Former Minister Pratap Keshari Deb, who encouraged students to shift from job-seeking to job-creation. Participants raced to build real solutions—many of which went on to receive incubation support and internship opportunities from partners.
What Makes Our Makeathon Different?
Hands-on support with tools, machines, and mentors
Focus on prototypes, not just pitch decks
Aligned with SDGs, NEP 2020, and real-world needs
Inclusive of school students, college innovators, and rural makers
FAQ
Anyone with a passion for solving real-world problems! Whether you’re a student, early-stage startup, developer, designer, or domain expert, our Make-A-Thon are open to all.
Not necessarily. While coding skills are helpful, many teams also need people skilled in design, business modeling, research, or storytelling. It’s all about collaboration!
Nope! Participation is absolutely free. In fact, selected teams often receive travel support, accommodation, mentorship, and meals during the event.
Winners receive cash prizes, mentorship, product incubation support, internship opportunities, and in some cases, direct pilot/project implementation opportunities with government or industry.
Follow @MakersOfKarkhana on Instagram or check our Make-A-Thon regularly for updates, registration links, and announcements.
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