Introduction

PICUNO is a microcontroller developed by Atrivatech Private Limited which uses RP2040 in UNO form factor. With Level shifting features and power of RP2040, it is a microcontroller that presents multiple features for project development.
The PICUNO innovation challenge is designed to harness the creative talent of young engineers and test their ability to use the features of PICUNO to develop innovative projects - hardware or software.

Eligibility & Guidelines:

Students pursuing any stream of Engineering
A team can be a single student or can comprise upto maximum of 3 members.
Project can be Hardware or Software based. Submission should comprise of a detailed documentation not more than 2 pages with a clear video link of working. Submission steps will be shared to registered teams via e-mail during the course of the challenge. Projects will be judged on the basis of innovation, technical complexity, and other key parameters.
Registration is free. PICUNO can be purchased after registration or preordered directly from the buy now link below.

Current or Ex-Employees of Atrivatech Private Limited are not eligible to participate.
Results announced will be final and Atrivatech will not entertain any further discussion or escalation from any team members or their representatives. Registered teams are assumed to abide by this condition for contest.

Important Dates

Last Date of Registration: 15 Mar 2026
Pre-Order PicUNO Delivery Deadline: 15 May 2026
Last Date of Submission: 30 Jun 2026
Result Announcement: 31 Jul 2026

Awards

Most innovative projects will be awarded cash prizes. This competition will be judged based strictly on technical skills and innovative ability showcased by the teams.
First Prize : INR 9000/-
Second Prize : INR 6000/-
Third Prize : INR 3000/-

Entries will be judged by Industry Experts outside Atrivatech.