NEXORA'26
A Symposium by Dept. of CSE & IT · Mangayarkarasi College of Engineering

Mangayarkarasi College of Engineering

Departments of CSE & IT Present — Nexora'26

NEXORA'26
Mangayarkarasi College of Engineering

NEXORA'26

A one-web symposium by the Departments of CSE & IT — where builders, thinkers and quick-witted guessers swing into the same arena. Four technical missions, five instinct-testing games, one night to prove your worth.

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Event Day — 10 Sept 2026 Registrations close — 9 Sept 2026
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Ground Zero

Venue & Logistics

Mangayarkarasi College of Engineering hosts Nexora 2026 — a single-day, single-campus symposium. Come early, the queue at Hackxora's check-in tends to web itself shut fast.

10 Sept 2026 Reg. closes 9 Sept Dept. of CSE & IT
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Side A — Logic & Build
Marvel's Spider-Man video game art

Technical Events

Four missions for the ones who'd rather ship code than talk about it. Bring a team, a laptop, and a plan B.

MISSION FILE — 01

Hackxora

Hackathon
Team: 1–4 members9:30 AM – 2:30 PM
  • Build innovative solutions.
  • Solve real-world problems.
  • Develop a working prototype.
  • Showcase creativity and technical skills.
  • Judged on idea, implementation, innovation, presentation & feasibility.

Rules

  1. Teams may have 1–4 members.
  2. The solution should address the given problem statement.
  3. Use of AI tools is allowed.
  4. Teams must develop and demonstrate their proposed solution.
  5. Every member should actively participate in development and presentation.
  6. Bring your own systems, internet connection and a mic.

Judging Criteria 100 marks

  • Relevance 20
  • Implementation 20
  • Timing 20
  • Presentation 20
  • Feasibility 20
MISSION FILE — 02

Inquisia

Paper Presentation
Team: 1–3 members1 RoundVenue: Tech Hive
  • Present innovative technical ideas.
  • Explore emerging technologies.
  • Demonstrate research and knowledge.
  • Showcase originality and innovation.
  • Judged on idea, implementation, innovation, presentation & Q&A.

Rules

  1. Presentation time: 5 minutes + 2 minutes Q&A.
  2. Originality — plagiarism is strictly prohibited.
  3. Format: PPT/PDF with a maximum of 10 slides.
  4. Slides should cover: title, problem statement, proposed solution, implementation, outcome, feasibility & future scope, challenges and conclusion.

Judging Criteria

  • Innovation and creativity
  • Presentation
  • Feasibility and originality
  • Technical knowledge and clarity
  • Q&A
MISSION FILE — 03

Netwarz

Coding
Team: 1–2 members9:30 AM – 12:00 PM
  • Solve challenging coding problems.
  • Test logic and programming skills.
  • Apply algorithms and data structures.
  • Tackle networking & cybersecurity challenges.
  • Judged on output, implementation, exception handling & complexity.

Rules

  1. Use of AI tools and websites is restricted.
  2. Basic knowledge of computer networking and cyber security is required.

Judging Criteria 100 marks

  • Output 25
  • Implementation 25
  • Exception handling 25
  • Time & space complexity 25
MISSION FILE — 04

Enigma

UI / UX
Team: 1–2 members12:30 PM – 2:30 PM
  • Design creative digital interfaces.
  • Solve a given design challenge.
  • Focus on usability and user experience.
  • Showcase creativity and design thinking.
  • Create attractive and functional solutions.

Rules

  1. Use of AI tools and pre-designed UI templates is restricted.
  2. Participants must complete the quiz to unlock the hidden UI elements.
  3. Knowledge of UI/UX design is required.
  4. Attempting to bypass the decoding mechanism leads to disqualification.

Judging Criteria 100 marks

  • Visual accuracy 40
  • Layout, alignment & spacing 25
  • Typography, colors & styling 15
  • Quiz / decoding performance 10
  • Time management 10
Split Spider-Man emblem, red and blue Two Sides, One Web

Build it, or outsmart it.

Side B — Mind & Instinct
Spider-Man hanging upside down

Non-Technical Events

Think. Guess. Survive. Five rapid-fire games built on nerve, memory and pure instinct — no code required.

GAME FILE — 01

Crack the Prompt

AI Prompting
Team: 3 members3 Rounds
  • Create effective AI prompts.
  • Solve creative prompt challenges.
  • Test AI interaction skills.
  • Think creatively and strategically.
  • Accuracy and creativity matter.

Rules

  1. Each team must have 3 members.
  2. Bring a smartphone.
  3. Follow the instructions given for each round.
  4. Complete all tasks within the given time.
  5. No copying or external assistance.
  6. Judges' decision will be final.

Requirements

  • Valid college ID card
  • Smartphone with a stable internet connection
  • Pen & writing materials
GAME FILE — 02

Signal Hunt

Clue Hunting
Team: 3 members
  • Find hidden clues and signals.
  • Test observation and reasoning.
  • Decode information.
  • Connect clues to find answers.
  • Challenge your detective skills.

Requirements

  • Smartphone
  • Valid college ID card
  • Stable internet connection

Rules

  1. Each team must consist of 3 members.
  2. Scan the given QR codes and solve the clues to find the next location.
  3. Follow the QR codes in the correct sequence.
  4. Complete the hunt within the given time limit.
  5. No copying, sharing of clues, or external assistance is allowed.
  6. Damaging or tampering with QR codes is strictly prohibited.
  7. Scan the final QR code and connect to the designated Wi-Fi.
  8. Any malpractice will lead to disqualification.
  9. First team to complete the hunt and connect to the final Wi-Fi wins.
  10. Judges' decision will be final.
GAME FILE — 03

Ctrl + Guess

Guessing Game
Team: 1–3 members2 Rounds45–60 min
  • Guess answers from clues.
  • Test observation and intuition.
  • Challenge your general knowledge.
  • Think fast and respond accurately.
  • Compete through fun guessing rounds.

Rules

  1. AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, Copilot or similar are strictly prohibited.
  2. Teams must complete each round within the given time limit.
  3. Cheating, malpractice or unfair assistance leads to immediate disqualification.

Judging Criteria

  • Time management
GAME FILE — 04

The Heist

Mystery / Puzzle
Team: 1–2 members3 Rounds45–60 minVenue: CSE IV
  • Solve mystery-based challenges.
  • Follow clues and crack puzzles.
  • Use teamwork and strategy.
  • Make smart decisions.
  • Complete the mission and escape.

Rules

  1. AI tools are strictly prohibited.
  2. Participants must not use any AI-based tools or applications during the event.
  3. All participants must follow the instructions given by the event coordinators.

Judging Criteria

  • Time management
GAME FILE — 05

Whizper

Listening / Memory
Team: 2 members
  • Listen carefully to hidden messages.
  • Decode whispered clues.
  • Test concentration and memory.
  • Communicate effectively with your team.
  • Accuracy and quick thinking are key.

Rules

  1. Each team must have 2 members.
  2. One member must wear headphones with loud music playing.
  3. No verbal communication is allowed.
  4. Communication is allowed only through lip-reading and gestures.
  5. No writing, typing, or mobile phones are allowed.
  6. The given task must be completed within the allotted time.
  7. Any form of cheating will lead to disqualification.
  8. Judge's decision is final.

Judging Criteria

  • Accuracy
  • Communication skills
  • Team coordination
  • Time management
  • Task completion
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Closes 9 Sept 2026, 11:59 PM

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