Closed 💵 ₹40,000

ASTHRA - 2K26

Karpagam Institute of Technology

📅 8 Apr 2026 📍 Chennai 🏷️ Paid
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📌 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.