The Military College of Telecommunication Engineering (MCTE) in Mhow showcased its prowess at the national-level Gameathon Hackathon 2026, organized by the Society for Electronic Transactions and Security (SETS) in Chennai. The event, which came to a close on June 25, 2026, saw MCTE excel with three teams making it to the top ten finalists.
This prestigious competition drew participants from a wide array of esteemed academic institutions and organizations nationwide, all geared towards developing technology-driven solutions for pressing contemporary challenges.
Among the highlights of the event was a remarkable achievement from a team consisting of Captain Anmol Syal, Captain Adarsh Rajput, and Captain Abhishek Madhukar. This team was recognized as runners-up for their innovative application focused on enhancing cybersecurity awareness among users. Their application aims to educate individuals about identifying and effectively responding to various evolving cyber threats, such as phishing attacks, malware, AI-enabled cybercrimes, and social engineering tactics. By blending interactive learning with practical awareness modules, the application aspires to bolster cyber resilience and promote safe digital practices among users.
Their efforts garnered national recognition, with the team being honored by Professor Ajay Kumar Sood, Principal Scientific Adviser to the Government of India, during the event’s closing ceremony.
The achievements of MCTE in this hackathon emphasize the institution’s dedication to fostering innovation, excellence in technology, and research in emerging fields vital to national security. MCTE has a longstanding history of encouraging its officers and trainees to formulate practical solutions aimed at addressing both operational and technological challenges.
Officials have highlighted that this outstanding performance illustrates MCTE’s expanding capabilities in cybersecurity, digital innovation, and application development, further solidifying its status as a premier center for military technology education.
Moreover, the success of the MCTE teams at the national competition reflects the Indian Army’s commitment to nurturing technological talent and fostering innovation in critical areas such as cyber defense, artificial intelligence, and information security. This accomplishment aligns with the broader vision of the Armed Forces to leverage indigenous innovation and advanced technologies in building a future-ready, digitally empowered force capable of tackling emerging security challenges.
