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Sankalan'26

SANKALAN 2026 – The Annual Technical Fest: Click here

Sankalan 2026, the 22nd edition of the annual technical fest organized by the Department of Computer Science, University of Delhi, was held on April 24 and 25, 2026. Over 1200 participants registered for the fest this year, with over 600 attending offline across both days.

The fest was inaugurated by Chief Guest Mohammed Y Safirulla K, IAS, Guest of Honour Prof. Sanjeev Singh, Dean of the Faculty of Technology, University of Delhi, Prof. Neelima Gupta, Head of the Department, and Dr. Aakash Singh, Convener of DUCSS. Mohammed Y Safirulla K also delivered an insightful presentation on AI, giving participants a lot to think about heading into the two days ahead.

Day 1 kicked off with HackDUCS, the flagship hackathon, where teams got straight to building. Path Finder and Ctrl+Query ran alongside it in the morning, testing participants on robotics and database management respectively. Blind Coding and FC Showdown started around the same time, one demanding pure logical thinking without ever seeing the screen, the other keeping the FIFA enthusiasts engaged. Dastur-e-Mehfil gave students a platform to perform poetry and shayari, and Algoholics wrapped up the day in the afternoon with some serious competitive programming.

Day 2 opened with Signal Protocol, which was a bit of a cybersecurity challenge, part treasure hunt, with participants decoding clues and finding answers across the campus. Chess Bot Arena followed, where participants coded bots to play chess against each other. Code Auction came next, with its usual mix of bidding on code snippets and then debugging them under pressure. Squash the Bugs ran in the afternoon, and Feet on Fire closed out the fest in the evening with several group dance performances.

The Valedictory Session was conducted by Dr. Aakash Singh, where winners were recognized and certificates and goodies were handed out.

Sankalan 2026 once again proved why it holds a special place in the academic calendar of the Department. The enthusiasm that participants brought to every event, and the effort that went behind organizing each one, made these two days worth every bit of the work that went into them. The Department is grateful to everyone who was part of it, whether on stage, behind the scenes, or in the audience, and looks forward to welcoming everyone back for an even better edition next year.

Sankalan 2026 Events: Click here

Sankalan'25

SANKALAN 2025 – The Annual Technical Fest

Sankalan 2025, the 21st edition of the annual technical fest organized by the Department of Computer Science, University of Delhi, was held on April 19–20, 2025. The two-day event brought together over 700 participants from across the region, with 2173 registrations, including 170 attendees on Day 1 and 380 on Day 2 participating offline.

The fest was inaugurated by Dr. Nishit, Scientist E at MeitY, and Prof. Neelima Gupta, Dean & Head of the Department. Dr. Nishit also delivered an inspiring speaker session, encouraging students to embrace innovation and technological growth.

Day 1 featured a mix of technical and creative events. Participants tested their coding skills in Algoholics, solved cryptic clues in the departmental treasure hunt Chakravyuh, and showcased poetic flair in Dastur-e-Mehfil.

Day 2 was packed with high-energy competitions. Code Auction combined strategy with programming, while HackDUCS, the flagship hackathon, encouraged teams to develop impactful tech solutions. Events like Blind Coding and Squash the Bug challenged logical thinking and debugging skills under pressure.

The Valedictory Session, conducted by Dr. Om Pal, acknowledged the enthusiasm and efforts of participants, organizers, and volunteers. Winners were awarded certificates and goodies. The fest concluded with Feet on Fire, a thrilling dance competition that added a celebratory touch to the event.

Sankalan 2025 reaffirmed its legacy as a vibrant platform for talent, innovation, and collaboration. The Department extends heartfelt gratitude to all who contributed to the fest’s resounding success and looks forward to an even more exciting edition next year.

Sankalan 2025 Events: https://sankalan.ducss.tech/events
Sankalan 2025 Results: https://sankalan.ducss.tech/results
Srijan 2025: https://cs.du.ac.in/students/student-activities/srijan/

Sankalan 2025: Events/Results

Sankalan 2024: Events/Results

SANKALAN is the illustrious annual fest organized by the Department of Computer Science, University of Delhi. Embarking on its 20th voyage, this two-day extravaganza epitomizes a diverse array of technical marvels and non-technical wonders to discover. It beckons both seasoned experts and newcomers to share in its brilliance. From riveting coding competitions to captivating artistic events, Sankalan offers everyone a platform to showcase their talents and explore the frontiers of technology and art.

Amidst the joyful festivities, attendees will find themselves enveloped in an aura of creativity and community, forging lasting memories and fostering new connections. Join us as we celebrate two decades of excellence and embark on a journey to shape the future at Sankalan, where dreams transcend into reality and innovation knows no bounds.

SANKALAN, meaning compilation, embodies the fusion of knowledge, talent, ideas, spirit, and, of course, code! Launched in 2005, this annual two-day technical fest has evolved into a premier national event. A revered platform for technocrats, SANKALAN serves as the ultimate IT arena where participants from across the country showcase their skills in a diverse range of technical and non-technical events. It's a geek feast of unparalleled proportions.

We, the Delhi University Computer Science Society (DUCSS), are the face of the Department of Computer Science, University of Delhi. Committed to fostering innovation and research aptitude, our focus extends beyond classrooms.

Sankalan 2024: Events/Results

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