CIVIL TECHNICAL fest 2026

NIRMAAN ’26

TECHATHON

30–31 OCTOBER 2026
B.M.S. College of Engineering | Department of Civil Engineering
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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ABOUT THE fest

Where Ideas Become Engineering Solutions

NIRMAAN is the national-level flagship technical symposium hosted by the Department of Civil Engineering at B.M.S. College of Engineering.

Bridging Mentorship, Innovation & Practical Capability

NIRMAAN stands as a premier platform connecting aspiring engineers, industry professionals, and civil engineering enthusiasts. Built upon a 21-year legacy of excellence, the symposium fosters an environment of mentorship, technical collaboration, and practical problem-solving.

This year, under the central identity of TECHATHON, NIRMAAN '26 reimagines technical challenges to focus on real-world application, technology integration, and futuristic civil infrastructure design.

THE CENTRAL THEME

TECHATHON

INTEGRATE. INNOVATE. ELEVATE.

TECHATHON represents the core philosophy of NIRMAAN ’26 — integrating modern computational technology with traditional civil engineering principles to build resilient, sustainable solutions for tomorrow.

STAGE 01

LEARN

Acquire domain knowledge and computational skills.

STAGE 02

BUILD

Transform theoretical concepts into structural prototypes.

STAGE 03

SOLVE

Address real-world engineering constraints & problems.

STAGE 04

INNOVATE

Apply smart materials & technological integration.

STAGE 05

LEAD

Pioneer the future of civil engineering infrastructure.

BENEFITS & IMPACT

NIRMAAN 2026

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Technical Excellence

Rigorous challenges evaluated by experienced faculty and industry veterans to test your core engineering knowledge.

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Practical Skills

Hands-on exposure to structural modeling, surveying technology, and CAD software tools.

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Innovation Focus

Platform to present research papers, green building ideas, and smart city infrastructure proposals.

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Industry Exposure

Direct interaction with top infrastructure companies, consultants, and equipment vendors.

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Networking

Connect with over 1,500 engineering peers and professionals from institutions across the nation.

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High-Stakes Competition

Compete for prestigious trophies, certificates, and exciting prize pools across various events.

CAPABILITY DEVELOPMENT

BUILD YOUR SKILLS

Participating in NIRMAAN ’26 equips you with key competencies demanded by modern industry.

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STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS
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DESIGN THINKING
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CAD & BIM MODELING
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COLLABORATIVE TEAMWORK
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PROBLEM SOLVING
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PROJECT MANAGEMENT
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SUSTAINABILITY PLANNING
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PRACTICAL INNOVATION
FLAGSHIP EXPERIENCE

FLAGSHIP TECHATHON CHALLENGE

The central hackathon-style engineering marathon of NIRMAAN '26. Teams will compete over 24 hours to solve a complex real-world infrastructure problem statement.

PRIZE POOL
PRIZE POOL: ₹1,00,000
TEAM SIZE
[2 - 4 MEMBERS]
DURATION
[24 HOURS]
VENUE
[DEPT CAD LAB]
fest EVENTS

EVENT DISCOVERY

Explore technical, non-technical, and creative challenges.

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TECHNICAL • FLAGSHIP

FLAGSHIP TECHATHON 24H

The flagship 24-hour engineering challenge focusing on sustainable urban infrastructure design.

📅 30 OCT • 10:00 AM 📍 CIVIL CAD LAB 👥 TEAM (2-4) 🏆 [PRIZE: ₹XX,XXX]
TECHNICAL

[CAD CLASH]

Fast-paced 2D drafting and 3D structural modeling competition using industry CAD software.

📅 30 OCT • 02:00 PM 📍 COMPUTER LAB 2 👥 INDIVIDUAL 🏆 [PRIZE: ₹X,XXX]
TECHNICAL

[BRIDGE BUILDER]

Construct maximum load-bearing truss bridge structures using restricted materials under pressure.

📅 31 OCT • 10:00 AM 📍 STRUCTURES LAB 👥 TEAM (2-3) 🏆 [PRIZE: ₹X,XXX]
WORKSHOP

[BIM & GIS WORKSHOP]

Hands-on masterclass led by industry experts on Building Information Modeling and spatial GIS analysis.

📅 30 OCT • 11:30 AM 📍 AUDITORIUM 1 👥 INDIVIDUAL 📜 CERTIFICATE INCLUDED
NON-TECHNICAL • ACADEMIC

[PAPER PRESENTATION]

Present technical papers on modern geotechnical, environmental, or structural engineering solutions.

📅 31 OCT • 11:00 AM 📍 SEMINAR HALL 👥 INDIVIDUAL/PAIR 🏆 [PRIZE: ₹X,XXX]
CULTURALS

[CULTURAL EVENING]

A grand evening of music, dance, and creative performances celebrating student culture.

📅 31 OCT • 05:00 PM 📍 MAIN OPEN STAGE 👥 ALL DELEGATES 🎉 fest FINALE
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TWO-DAY fest SCHEDULE

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09:00 AM

INAGURATION CEREMONY

Welcome address by Chief Patrons, Principal, and HOD in Indoor Stadium.

10:30 AM

FLAGSHIP TECHATHON KICKOFF

Problem statements released. 24-hour clock begins in Civil CAD Lab.

02:00 PM

ALL EVENTS

Conduction of all the events following up with a bang on Cultural Night.

INSTITUTIONAL LEGACY

B.M.S. COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING

About the Institution

Founded in 1946, B.M.S. College of Engineering (BMSCE) holds the distinction of being India's first private engineering college. Affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) and autonomous since 2008, BMSCE has nurtured over 40,000 engineers across its 70+ year legacy.

Department of Civil Engineering

Established in 1946, the Department of Civil Engineering has been a center of excellence for over seven decades. Accredited under the Washington Accord by NBA, the department offers UG, PG, and PhD programs supported by state-of-the-art laboratories and ISO 14001:2015 environmental certification.

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Contact Information

Location:
Department of Civil Engineering,
B.M.S. College of Engineering,
Bull Temple Road, Basavanagudi,
Bengaluru, Karnataka 560019

Email:
nirmaan@bmsce.ac.in

Phone / Enquiries:
+91 9900281901

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