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Non Technical Events: ASTHRA 2K26

Karpagam Institute of Technology

📅 8 Apr 2026 📍 Chennai 🏷️ Paid
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📌 About the Event

The Non Technical Events at ASTHRA 2K26 are designed to celebrate the multifaceted talents of students across India. Organized by the Department of EEE, Karpagam Institute of Technology, these challenges focus on digital storytelling, visual branding, and lateral thinking. The symposium recognizes that modern professional success requires a blend of technical “hard skills” and creative “soft skills.” From campus-wide treasure hunts to high octane video editing battles, these events provide a vibrant stage for artists, filmmakers, and strategists to showcase their out of the box thinking.

ℹ️ Event Details

  • Category: Arts, Culture, and Humanities
  • Organizer: Karpagam Institute of Technology (KIT), Coimbatore
  • Eligibility: Undergraduate and Postgraduate students from any stream
  • Team Size: 1 to 4 members (Varies by event)
  • Effort Level: Medium
  • Submission Type: Live Performance, Digital Upload, or On-site Activity

📅 Important Dates

  • Registration Deadline: 8th April, 2026
  • Event Date: 8th April, 2026
  • Results Announcement: 10th April, 2026 (Grand Finale)
  • Mode: Offline
  • Venue: KIT Campus (Auditorium, Open Grounds, and Labs)

🏆 Prize Details and Value

  • Prize Type: Cash, Trophy, and Certificate
  • Prize Amount or Value: Part of the overall ₹40,000 symposium prize pool
  • Certificates: Official Participation and Merit Certificates for all participants
  • Visibility and Showcase: Winning films, memes, and logos will be featured on the KIT official social media handles
  • Additional Perks: Networking with creative professionals and media enthusiasts

🎭 Non-Technical Event Directory: ASTHRA – 2K26

1. Glitch Groove (Video Editing)

  • The Mission: A dynamic challenge to showcase cutting-edge post-production skills.
  • Task: Create a visually stunning, perfectly synced masterpiece within the given time limit using raw footage provided on-spot.
  • Outcome: Judged on transitions, sound design, and color grading.

2. Micro Films (Short Film)

  • The Mission: Tell a compelling story through the lens in just 3 to 5 minutes.
  • Task: Write, direct, and edit an original short film based on a pre-assigned or open theme.
  • Outcome: Screened in the main auditorium; judged on storytelling and cinematography.

3. Meme Matrix (Meme Making)

  • The Mission: Unleash humor and cultural relevance through digital satire.
  • Task: Generate hilarious, shareable memes based on surprise prompts provided during the round.
  • Outcome: Judged on wit, relatability, and creative “template” usage.

4. Logo Maestro (Branding)

  • The Mission: Express brand essence through minimalist vector art.
  • Task: Design a unique, memorable sequence of logos for a fictional tech startup or product.
  • Outcome: Evaluation of vector skills, color theory, and out-of-the-box branding logic.

5. Eco Snap (Photography)

  • The Mission: A nature-focused contest for those with a keen eye for ecological beauty.
  • Task: Capture the essence of the surrounding environment and biodiversity within the KIT campus.
  • Outcome: A digital gallery display; judged on composition, lighting, and “The Green Message.”

6. Tech Charades (Dumb Charades)

  • The Mission: A fun interactive game with a special technical twist.
  • Task: Act out complex tech terminologies (e.g., “Quantum Entanglement” or “Breadboard”) without speaking while teammates guess.
  • Outcome: Knockout rounds leading to a grand final battle of wits.

7. Artistry (Traditional Art)

  • The Mission: An open canvas for traditional art forms like painting, sketching, and mehendi.
  • Task: Splash colors and patterns to reflect your inner artist based on a chosen theme.
  • Outcome: Physical exhibition of artworks in the college foyer.

8. Digital Dynamo (Digital Art)

  • The Mission: A spontaneous challenge for digital content creators.
  • Task: Use digital tablets or software to quickly generate impressive artwork based on an abstract, surprise theme.
  • Outcome: Real time digital rendering judged on creativity and tool proficiency.

9. Treasure Hunt (Campus Race)

  • The Mission: An exhilarating race to solve cryptic clues and navigate secret challenges.
  • Task: Work in teams to unlock mysteries hidden across the campus to find the ultimate prize.
  • Outcome: The first team to successfully decode all clues and reach the finish line wins.

🎯 What You Will Do

  • Brainstorm and execute creative concepts within strict 1 to 3-hour windows.
  • Utilize mobile apps or professional software (Adobe Suite, Canva, etc.) for digital entries.
  • Collaborate with team members to solve logic based riddles or physical navigation tasks.
  • Present your artistic vision to a jury of faculty and external creative leads.
  • Engage in healthy competition with the brightest creative minds from across the state.