Paper Presentation 2026 — Engineering Research Competition, MVSREC
A technical paper presentation contest hosted by MVSR Engineering College, Hyderabad, with three branch-wise tracks covering AI, IoT, sustainable infrastructure and more. Teams of 1 to 3 members can register until 16 April 2026.
- Funding amount
- Varies by program
- Funding type
- Competition
- Application deadline
- Closed (16 Apr 2026)
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Overview
Paper Presentation is a technical research contest run by MVSR Engineering College (MVSREC), Hyderabad, and listed as part of the college's Samavarthan 2026 programme. Rather than pitching a business, engineering students prepare a written paper and defend it offline in front of a judging panel.
To keep evaluation fair, entries are divided into three tracks based on the presenter's branch of study:
- Track 1 — CSE and CSE allied branches: suggested themes include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Blockchain and Advanced Computing.
- Track 2 — Information Technology: suggested themes include Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics, the Internet of Things (IoT) and Network Security.
- Track 3 — Core Engineering (ECE, EEE, Civil and Mechanical): suggested themes include Embedded Systems, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Infrastructure, Advanced Manufacturing and VLSI.
The event takes place offline in Hyderabad. Entry is confirmed only after a participant completes payment and registration on Unstop and then fills in a private Luma form, which is how approvals and the event QR code are issued. Approvals are processed every day between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
All work submitted must be original — plagiarism is prohibited. Papers that clear the initial screening are informed about their presentation slot. The full list of accepted topics, the required paper format, presentation time limits and the judging criteria are published on the Unstop listing under each track's DETAILS link.
Highlights
- Technical paper presentation contest organised by MVSR Engineering College (MVSREC), Hyderabad, as part of Samavarthan 2026.
- Open to engineering students from CSE and CSE allied branches, IT, and the core branches ECE, EEE, Civil and Mechanical.
- Entries may be individual or team-based, with a team size of 1 to 3 members.
- Three separate tracks, with suggested themes ranging from AI and cybersecurity to IoT, renewable energy, sustainable infrastructure and VLSI.
- Registration deadline is 16 April 2026 — payment and registration must be completed on Unstop.
- Offline entry is confirmed only after the private Luma form is filled in; approvals and QR codes are processed daily between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
Who can apply
The competition is open to engineering students, and your branch determines which track you enter:
- CSE and CSE allied branches
- Information Technology (IT)
- Core engineering branches — ECE, EEE, Civil and Mechanical
You may take part on your own or as part of a team, with a team size of 1 to 3 members.
No DPIIT recognition or MSME registration is needed. This is a student technical competition, not a government funding scheme, so eligibility rests on being an engineering student with a paper that fits one of the tracks.
Applicants are expected to register and pay on Unstop and to follow the guidelines published for their branch. Submitted work must be original, as plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
Paper Presentation 2026 — Engineering Research Competition, MVSREC is open to startups at any stage. It is open to startups registered anywhere in India.
- Eligible stage
- Any stage
- Location
- Open to startups registered in India
Deadline & timing
The most recent application window for Paper Presentation 2026 — Engineering Research Competition, MVSREC closed on 16 Apr 2026. Many programmes run repeat cohorts, so it is worth checking the official site for the next round.
What the funding covers
This is a competition rather than a grant, loan or investment programme, so no fixed amount is published for it — the listing states the amount simply as Varies. There is no confirmed figure for prize money or financial support to plan around.
What participants do get is a platform and a route to the stage:
- An offline presentation slot in Hyderabad before a panel of judges.
- Track-wise evaluation, so CSE, IT and core engineering papers are compared within their own discipline.
- A presentation schedule shared with the authors of shortlisted papers.
- An approval and event QR code for offline access, issued after payment and registration on Unstop are completed and the private Luma form is filled in.
Approvals are issued each day between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM.
How to apply
Applications are submitted on the . Confirm the current deadline and document checklist there before you start.
Selection process
The journey from application to stage follows a set sequence:
- Register and pay on Unstop. Payment and registration through the Unstop listing come first; without them, offline access is not confirmed.
- Complete the private Luma form. After registering, participants fill in the private Luma form to request approval.
- Receive your approval and QR code. Approvals are processed daily from 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM, and the QR code is what gets you into the offline event.
- Paper screening and shortlisting. Submitted papers are reviewed, and any form of plagiarism is strictly prohibited. Papers that are shortlisted are then notified about their presentation schedule.
- Present before the judges. Shortlisted participants present their paper to a distinguished panel, which assesses the work against the criteria published for their track.
The complete topic list, paper format, presentation time limits and judging criteria are set out per track on the Unstop page, under the DETAILS link for each branch.
Documents you’ll need
Before you apply to Paper Presentation 2026 — Engineering Research Competition, MVSREC, keep the following documents ready:
- A pitch deck or short business plan describing the problem, product and traction
- Company registration documents and PAN
- Founder identification (PAN / Aadhaar) and brief profiles
- Recent financial statements or projections
- Product details — a demo, prototype or working link if available
Exact requirements are confirmed on the official application portal — treat this as a preparation checklist.
Frequently asked questions
What exactly is this Paper Presentation competition?
It is a technical paper presentation contest organised by MVSR Engineering College (MVSREC) in Hyderabad and listed as part of the college's Samavarthan 2026 programme. Engineering students write a paper on a chosen technical theme and then present it offline to a panel of judges. Entries are split into three tracks — CSE and CSE allied branches, Information Technology, and core engineering branches (ECE, EEE, Civil and Mechanical) — so that papers are assessed alongside work from a similar discipline.
How much funding or prize money does the competition offer?
No fixed amount is published. The listing records the amount as Varies, so there is no confirmed prize figure or financial support amount to plan around. What the programme offers instead is the opportunity itself: an offline presentation slot in Hyderabad, evaluation by a judging panel, and a scheduled slot for shortlisted papers.
Who is eligible to take part?
Engineering students are eligible. Your branch of study decides your track: CSE and CSE allied branches enter Track 1, Information Technology enters Track 2, and ECE, EEE, Civil and Mechanical fall under Track 3 (Core Engineering). You can present alone or as part of a team.
What is the maximum team size?
A team can have 1 to 3 members. You may register as a solo presenter or bring up to two other members with you.
What topics or themes can I present on?
Each track has its own suggested themes. Track 1 (CSE and allied branches) covers areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Cybersecurity, Blockchain and Advanced Computing. Track 2 (IT) covers Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics, the Internet of Things and Network Security. Track 3 (ECE, EEE, Civil and Mechanical) covers Embedded Systems, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Infrastructure, Advanced Manufacturing and VLSI. The complete list of accepted topics is published on the Unstop page under each track's DETAILS link.
What is the registration deadline?
The registration deadline is 16 April 2026. Payment and registration on Unstop must be completed before that date, so it is worth finishing the process early rather than leaving it to the last day.
Do I need DPIIT recognition or MSME registration to apply?
No. Neither DPIIT recognition nor MSME registration is required. This is a student paper presentation competition rather than a government funding scheme, so eligibility depends on being an engineering student submitting a paper that fits one of the three tracks.
How do I apply, and how do I get access to the offline event?
Start by completing payment and registration on the Unstop listing for the competition. After that, fill in the private Luma form, which is how you request approval. Once approved, you receive a QR code that confirms your offline access. Approvals are processed every day between 8:00 PM and 10:00 PM, so allow for that window before expecting a confirmation.
Is plagiarism allowed in the submitted paper?
No. Plagiarism is strictly prohibited, and papers are expected to be original work. Submissions that are found to be copied are not permitted under the competition's guidelines, so make sure anything you quote or reference is properly attributed.
How will I know whether my paper has been shortlisted?
Papers that are shortlisted are notified about their presentation schedule. The organisers have not published a separate shortlist date, so the notification you receive after registering is the signal that your paper has moved forward to the presentation stage.
Is the event conducted online or offline?
It is an offline event held in Hyderabad. Offline access is confirmed only for individuals or teams who complete payment and registration on Unstop and then submit the private Luma form, which generates the approval and QR code needed for entry.
Does the competition take any equity or stake in my work?
No. This is a student paper presentation contest, not an equity investment round, so nothing in the programme involves giving away a stake or ownership in any venture or idea you present.
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