ASTHRA - 2K26
Karpagam Institute of Technology
📌 About the Event
ASTHRA 2K26 is a premier National Level Technical Symposium organized by the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at Karpagam Institute of Technology. The word “Asthra” signifies a weapon of divine power, and this symposium aims to weaponize students with the technical skills and analytical mindset required for Industry 5.0. It provides a massive platform for students to demonstrate their prowess in power systems, robotics, and embedded electronics through a blend of high-stakes hardware exhibitions and intellectual debates.
ℹ️ Event Details
- Category: Technology and Engineering
- Organizer: Karpagam Institute of Technology (KIT), Coimbatore
- Eligibility: Undergraduate (B.E/B.Tech) and Postgraduate (M.E/M.Tech) students
- Team Size: 1 to 4 members (Varies by sub-event)
- Effort Level: Medium to High
- Submission Type: Project Abstract, Paper PPT, and On-site Technical Rounds
📅 Important Dates
- Registration Deadline: 8th April, 2026
- Event Date: 8th April, 2026
- Mode: Offline
- Venue: KIT Campus, L&T Bypass Road, Coimbatore
🏆 Prize Details and Value
- Prize Type: Cash, Trophy, and Merit Certificate
- Prize Amount or Value: Total prize pool of ₹40,000 across all technical tracks
- Certificates: ISO Certified Participation Certificates for all registered delegates
- Visibility and Showcase: Exceptional projects will be featured in the KIT Research Journal
- Additional Perks: Networking opportunities with regional HRs from the Coimbatore industrial belt
🎯 What You Will Do
- Present original research papers on Renewable Energy or Electric Vehicle (EV) architecture.
- Exhibit functional hardware prototypes in the National Project Expo for industrial review.
- Solve time bound Circuit Debugging challenges using real-world faulty PCB kits.
- Participate in Technical Quizzes covering the fundamentals of Power Electronics and Control Systems.
- Compete in non technical “Stress Management” rounds designed to test soft skills and leadership.
📦 Resources and Support Available
- Lab Facilities: Access to the KIT Power Electronics Lab for final project calibrations.
- Mentorship: Direct feedback from senior IEEE faculty members on presentation techniques.