BENGALURU, India – DigiKey, the global distribution leader of electronic components and automation products, is the presenting sponsor of the electronica India Tech Challenge 2026, a national innovation hackathon that brings together engineers, developers, students and makers to solve real-world electronics challenges.
“DigiKey is committed to supporting the next generation of engineers in India,” said Brooks Vigen, senior director of global strategic marketing at DigiKey. “Engineering and design events, like the electronica India Tech Challenge, help us create opportunities for the next generation of innovators to explore emerging technologies and develop solutions that can have a meaningful impact across industries.”
Tech Challenge participants combine hardware and software expertise across areas including embedded systems, AI and machine learning, robotics and automation, semiconductor applications, smart manufacturing, industrial electronics, edge computing, sustainability and healthcare electronics.
Shortlisted teams received mentorship support and the opportunity to develop and refine working prototypes before presenting their solutions at electronica India. Finalists will be selected based on their working prototypes and will demonstrate their designs at the trade fair on September 17, 2026. The winning team will receive more than ₹5 lakh and national recognition.
FAQs
What is the electronica India Tech Challenge?
The electronica India Tech Challenge is a national innovation hackathon by Messe München that brings together software developers, hardware engineers, embedded systems experts, AI innovators and technology enthusiasts to solve real-world industry challenges.
How else does DigiKey India support local engineers?
- DigiKey’s TechForum is a 24/7 technical resource for engineers and developers to discuss electronic components, design solutions and product support.
- DigiKey’s Maker.io site includes video tutorials, projects, ideas, tools and more to help and inspire engineers, designers and makers in India.
- DigiKey provides fast, free shipping on orders over ₹7,000.
To learn more about DigiKey’s product portfolio and engineering resources in India, visit DigiKey.in.
