Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026- Logo Challenge

Bengaluru Tech Summit (BTS), organised by the Department of Electronics, IT & Biotechnology, Government of Karnataka, marks its 29th edition from 17-19 November 2026 at BIEC, Bengaluru. Over nearly three decades, BTS has emerged as one of India’s most influential global technology platforms. As the technology landscape transforms, BTS seeks a refreshed visual identity that represents the future it actively shapes one that honours its legacy while embracing the technologies of tomorrow.

Objective of the Challenge

The BTS 2026 Logo Evolution Challenge invites Indian creative minds to contribute to a refined visual identity aligned with

The Futurise vision
Karnataka’s global technology leadership
Emerging frontier technologies (AI, DeepTech, Quantum, Sustainability etc.)
Institutional credibility and legacy

Eligibility

Open exclusively to Indian participants, including:

Designers (Graphic / Visual Communication / UI)
Creative Thinkers & Concept Developers
Students (Design, Engineering, Architecture, Fine Arts)
Tech Innovators & Startup Founders
Branding & Visual Storytelling Enthusiasts
Digital Artists & Visual Technologists

Mandatory Design Requirements

Gandaberunda (symbol of Karnataka) must be meaningfully integrated
Logo must retain recognisability of Bengaluru Tech Summit
Must be scalable across digital and physical applications
Must work in horizontal and stacked formats
Must maintain institutional dignity and contemporary appeal

Submission Process

All entries must be submitted through the official BTS website submission form.

Participants must upload ONE consolidated PDF (maximum 15 MB) containing:

1. Primary Logo Design
2. Monochrome Version
3. Logo Construction Grid
4. Typography Details
5. Color Palette (CMYK, RGB, HEX codes)
6. Concept Note (250–400 words)
7. Mockups (Stage Backdrop, Gates, Social Media, Badge/Merchandise, etc.)
8. Scalability Demonstration

Only PDF format accepted

Multiple file uploads will not be considered

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Recognition & Award

Cash Prize of INR 1,00,000 (Rupees One Lakhs only)
Recognition on one of the day at Main Stage during Bengaluru Tech Summit 2026
Certificate from Government of Karnataka

Timeline

Launch

20 Feb 2026

Submission Deadline

06 March 2026

Shortlisting

13 March 2026

Winner Announcement

19 March 2026

Technical Guidelines

Ensure the design is 100% original and created without the use of AI generation tools.
No stock logos, copied elements, or references from Pinterest or similar online sources
No trademark infringement
Maximum 3 color palette suggestions
Must work in monochrome
Avoid excessive gradients

Evaluation Criteria

Legacy Integration (Gandaberunda interpretation) – 20%
Alignment with BTS Vision - 25%
Creativity & Innovation - 20%
Scalability & Practicality - 20%
Concept Clarity - 15%

Jury Structure

Senior Government Representative
Tech Industry Leader
Branding Specialist
Event Leadership Team Representative

Legal & Rights

By submitting, participants agree that:

Winning entry becomes intellectual property of BTS Organisers
o Organisers reserve right to modify/adapt the design
o Non-winning entries remain creator’s property
o Jury decision is final

Any form of plagiarism will result in immediate disqualification.

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Logo Challenge