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Travel Guidelines

The HackMatrix 2026 offline Hack Day is on 14 November 2026 at Adamas University, Kolkata. Arrival and registration start at 6:30 AM IST.

Last updated 11 October 2026

Venue

Adamas University, Barasat–Barrackpore Road, Jagannathpur, Kolkata, West Bengal 700126. Open in Google Maps.

Getting there

  • By train: Barasat and Barrackpore stations on the Sealdah suburban lines are the closest. Take a cab, auto, or e-rickshaw from either.
  • By air: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU) is the nearest airport. Take a cab from there.
  • Road traffic is lighter before 6:00 AM, but suburban trains run less often then. Check timings the night before.

Plan your arrival

  • Be at the venue by 6:30 AM IST. Breakfast is at 7:00 AM, the opening briefing is at 7:30 AM, and the build starts at 8:00 AM.
  • If you are coming from outside Kolkata, arrive the day before.
  • Results are expected after 8:00 PM IST. Plan your return accordingly.

What to bring

  • Your college ID and a government photo ID.
  • The team leader's registered email, to find your team at check-in.
  • Laptops, chargers, and any hardware your team needs. Bring an extension board if you can.
  • A water bottle and any medicines you need.

Stay and food

Meals and refreshments are provided during the event. Travel and accommodation are arranged and paid for by participants.

Need help?

Email [email protected] or ask in our Discord. On event day, look for organisers at the registration desk.