HITS Annual Fest 2026

National Level Technocultural Fest

YOLO 2026 - You Only Live Once

An electrifying celebration of talent, technology and creativity at Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science

March 6–13, 2026
HITS Campus, Chennai

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Mark your calendars β€” the festival of the year is almost here!

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About YOLO

One Campus. Infinite Possibilities.

YOLO is a two-day National Level Techno and Cultural Festival that brings together some of the brightest minds and most dynamic talents from across the country. Designed as a powerful blend of innovation, intellect, creativity, and celebration, YOLO offers a vibrant platform where technology meets culture and ideas transform into experiences.

These events are curated to enhance technical competence, critical thinking, and real-world application of knowledge. Complementing the technical spirit, YOLO also celebrates the artistic and cultural pulse of youth. The fest features electrifying cultural events such as dance battles, music performances, drama, fashion showcases, literary arts, and informal events that spotlight creativity, expression, and collaboration.

YOLO is more than a festβ€”it is a national convergence of students, a space to learn, compete, perform, connect, and celebrate. It fosters teamwork, leadership, confidence, and cross-cultural interaction while creating unforgettable memories beyond classrooms and laboratories. With high energy, competitive spirit, and an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm, YOLO stands as a celebration of youth, innovation, and expression.

5000+
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50+
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100+
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Days of Fun

Our Vision

YOLO aims to create a platform where young minds can express themselves freely, compete passionately, and create memories that last a lifetime. We believe in celebrating diversity, fostering creativity, and building a community of artists, performers, and dreamers.

What to Expect

Get ready for three days of non-stop entertainment featuring celebrity performances, inter-college competitions, workshops from industry experts, food festivals, gaming zones, and much more. YOLO 2026 promises to be bigger, bolder, and more vibrant than ever before!

Our Legacy

About HITS

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science (HITS), established in 1985 by the visionary founder Late Dr. KCG Verghese, is renowned for its excellence in academics, research, and innovation. Embracing the motto "TO MAKE EVERY MAN A SUCCESS AND NO MAN A FAILURE," HITS has evolved into a premier higher education institution of repute in Chennai, Southern India.

As a NAAC A+ accredited university, HITS engineering programs are accredited by NBA and IET (UK), ensuring the highest standards of education. We have featured in the top among Universities in NIRF Rankings 2024 and won the Diamond Award in the QS I Gauge Indian University Rankings 2024.

The University offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees in engineering, aviation, architecture, design, management, law, and more. We collaborate with industry leaders like IBM, Airbus, and Royal Enfield to offer specialized programs.

NAAC A+ Accredited

Prestigious position in the academic landscape of India with peak ratings.

Global Recognition

Diamond Award in QS I Gauge 2024 and top spot among private universities.

Research Excellence

6100+ Scopus publications, 113 granted patents, and top 2% global scientists.

Industry Connect

150+ MoUs and collaborations with IBM, Airbus, Royal Enfield, and more.

"To Make Every Man a Success and No Man a Failure"

Hindustan Institute of Technology and Science chisels its learners with a competitive spirit to face the future, carrying forward the noble vision of our Founder-Chairman, Late Dr. K.C.G. Verghese.

Event Categories

Find Your Spotlight

62 events spanning tech & culture. Choose your arena and let your talent shine!

⚑ 23 Tech Events🎭 39 Cultural Events

Technical Events

The Technical Events at YOLO are designed to challenge intellect, inspire innovation, and enhance practical problem-solving skills. These events provide a competitive platform for students to apply theoretical knowledge to real-world scenarios through hands-on activities, analytical challenges, and creative engineering solutions. Participants engage in a wide range of activities such as drone racing, CanSat Building, Thinkathon, project expos, hackathons, quizzes, and problem-solving challenges that ignite curiosity and encourage innovation.

⚑ Tech

Hackathon

Build, innovate, and solve real-world problems in our flagship 24-hour hackathon challenge.

⚑ Tech

Robotics

Design and battle autonomous robots in our electrifying robotics arena competition.

⚑ Tech

Coding Contest

Flex your problem-solving skills in competitive programming rounds across all difficulty levels.

⚑ Tech

AI / ML

Build intelligent models, compete in data science sprints, and explore the future of AI.

⚑ Tech

Gaming

Esports tournaments, retro gaming, and VR challenges β€” compete across multiple gaming platforms.

Cultural Events

The Cultural Events at YOLO celebrate creativity, expression, and the vibrant spirit of youth. These events provide a dynamic platform for participants to showcase their artistic talents, individuality, and passion through a wide range of performances and creative activities. From dance, music, drama, and fashion showcases to literary arts and fun events, the cultural segment transforms the campus into a hub of energy and expression. It encourages confidence, teamwork, and cultural exchange while creating an atmosphere filled with enthusiasm, rhythm, and celebration.

🎭 Cultural

Dance

From classical to contemporary, hip-hop to folk β€” showcase your moves on the grandest stage.

🎭 Cultural

Music

Battle of the bands, solo performances, acoustic sessions β€” let your melodies enchant thousands.

🎭 Cultural

Drama

Theatre, street plays, mono-acts β€” bring stories to life with your dramatic flair.

🎭 Cultural

Art

Painting, sketching, digital art, installations β€” express your vision through visual masterpieces.

🎭 Cultural

Fun Events

Gaming tournaments, treasure hunts, quiz competitions β€” unlimited fun and excitement awaits!

People Behind YOLO

Organising Committee

Chief Patron

Dr. Anand Jacob Verghese

Chancellor

Patrons

Dr. Ashok Verghese

Pro Chancellor

Dr. Aby Sam

Executive Director

Mr. Enid Verghese Jacob

Deputy Director

Convenors

Dr. Vikas Misra

Vice Chancellor

Dr. Muthukumar Subramanian

Registrar

Tech Organising Secretaries

Dr. M. K. Badrinarayanan

Associate Dean, SoM

Dr. S. Ganesan

Dean - School of Basic & Applied Sciences

Cultural Organising Secretary

Dr. KS. Shaji

Dean – Student Affairs

Organising Secretaries

Ms. Beena James, Head – Student affairs

Dr. Sudalai Muthu, HOD CSE

Dr. Mohan Kumar, HOD DISC

Dr. R Ranjana, HOD IT

Ms. Devisree P. C., Head, SPADE

Dr. Devika, HOD Mechatronics

Dr. Vijayabalan, HOD Mechanical

Dr. Vasanthakurmar, HOD Aero

Dr. Mahiban Linsay, HOD EEE

Dr. Vallikannu, HOD ECE

Dr. Ramanathan, HOD Auto

Mr. B. Royson, Cultural Coordinator

Student Council Executive Board

SIVENDHU ANIL KUMAR

HARIDHARANI S

FHAHATH D

NISHANTHIKA.S

MEBIN P SKARIA

VAISHNAVI NAIR

Creatives & Media Board

BHAVATHARANI V J

PRAGATI SATISHKUMAR

TEJA SRI S

EPPLAPALLI CHARAN SAI

SHAIK ALLA BASHA

NIRANJAN NARAYANAN

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