Event Schedule

Complete 60-hour schedule for Hackathon Nova 2026

January 27-29, 2026 | Pokhara Engineering College

Day 1

Tuesday, January 27, 2026

Day 2

Wednesday, January 28, 2026

Day 3

Thursday, January 29, 2026

DAY 1 - January 27, 2026

Registration & Check-in

8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

Participants arrive, collect their badges, swag bags, and set up their workspaces

Registration Desk, Main Lobby

Opening Ceremony

9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
  • Welcome address by CAPEC President
  • Keynote speech by Chief Guest
  • Hackathon rules and guidelines overview
  • Theme presentation and Q&A
  • Introduction to mentors and judges
Main Auditorium

Team Formation & Ice Breaker

10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Team building activities and networking session for solo participants to find teammates

Networking Area

HACKATHON OFFICIALLY BEGINS

11:00 AM

continuously until Thursday, January 29, 2026 at 11:00 AM — teams begin building their projects!

⏰ Timer starts: All code must be written from this point forward

Lunch Break

1:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Complimentary lunch for all participants

Mentorship Session 1

3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

One-on-one guidance with industry mentors. Teams can book 15-minute slots.

Sign up at the mentorship desk

Evening Snacks & Refreshments

5:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Tea, coffee, and snacks available

Workshop: Pitching Your Idea

7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Learn how to effectively present your project to judges (Optional but recommended)

Workshop Room

Dinner

8:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Hot dinner served for all participants

Midnight Snacks

12:00 AM - 1:00 AM

Pizza, energy drinks, and snacks for the night owls

HACKING CONTINUES.....

All Night

Venue open 24/7. Coffee and snacks available throughout the night.

Quiet zones available for rest

Facilities Available

  • • High-speed WiFi
  • • Power outlets at all desks
  • • Printing services
  • • Rest areas
  • • Prayer room

Food & Beverages

  • • 3 full meals included
  • • 24/7 coffee & tea
  • • Snacks throughout
  • • Energy drinks
  • • Water stations

Important Notes

  • • Arrive on time for registration
  • • Bring valid ID
  • • Laptop & chargers required
  • • Follow venue rules
  • • Respect Code of Conduct

Questions about the schedule?

Contact us for any clarifications

Contact Organizers