SRMAP Events

Find your way to a sense of purpose
2022-07-27 19:00 - 20:00 (Asia/Kolkata)
Ever wanted to live resolutely? Felt the need to be aware of where and why are you going and what are your intentions?
Dreams that foster a sense of purpose can potentially change the trajectory of an individual’s life. Finding meaning in life is one of the fundamental human needs. But for most people, finding a purpose is not apparent. The modern world tends to distract people from their actual goals and let them be pretentious about something which is not.
Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate but powerful beyond measure. We are unaware of how to hold and direct our own light that it tends to frighten us more than our darkness. The secret to the meaning of life lies in recognising the true goals and aligning everything in life around that.
The Department of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is conducting a 45-minute workshop on How to fix progressive goals in life to give a glimpse of how powerful a simple act of discovering your purpose of life could be. This will be a demo session and is open to all. Post that, only 10 students will be taken for a coaching of 30 days impact programme, where mentors will be closely working with the ten individuals to create the change and become instrumental in the expected transformation. Students will be filtered for the 30 days impact programme through interviews and one-to-one interaction.
Date: July 27, 2022
Time: 7 pm to 8 pm IST
Join the session to pave your way to a sense of purpose.

Patent Maker: instigating promising patents for a technology-driven India
2022-08-18 19:00 - 19:45
Innovation is crucial to the development and deployment of technologies. Patents stimulate technological innovations by providing an incentive for research and development. They disperse technical information and facilitate technology transfer. Hatchlab Research Centre unveils the concept of Patent Maker to give breath to the projects and patents that deserves a high commercial application. Professor G S Vinod Kumar, an expert, mentor, and multidimensional professional, will guide the workshop by sharing his valuable wisdom in the domain of innovation and leadership.
Date: August 18, 2022
Time: 7.00 pm to 7.45 pm
The life cycle of technologies runs through invention, research, development, dissemination, market development, and commercial diffusion. The various processes happening at each of these stages provide numerous opportunities to employ instruments that promote innovation.
However, the journey of a perfect project or patent is quite challenging and time-taking. So much hard work goes down in creating one good project or filing one patent. But the irony is that roughly only around 3% of the patents are being commercialised. Their impact is not reaching where they are supposed to, as they are unable to deliver greater benefit to society at application levels. Promising projects and patents are literally national assets. A little alignment of the priced asset with the industry can turn most of the brilliant work into something of high commercial value, which could be a boon for the entire economy.
About the Speaker
Professor G S Vinod Kumar did his PhD from IIT Kharagpur and post-doctoral research at Helmholtz centre Berlin for materials and energy, Germany. He has vast research experience in metallurgy and materials engineering about 16 years, in the field of non-ferrous alloys and precious metals. He currently handles sponsored research projects from industries such as Titan Company Ltd, (Tanishq), WHP-Sons, Maharashtra, Jewel Craft Ltd, and Chennai in gold and Silver alloys for jewellery manufacturing. He also handles consultancy projects from INDSAT corporation, Chennai in die-cast aluminium alloys. He has 40 research publications, 13 patents and 2 technology transfers to industry (Titan). Some of his technologies are currently in the market as products. He has recently filed a patent jointly with Titan Company Ltd, which is the first time in the history of TATA.
Join the session to learn the entire process, challenges, and scopes of patents.

War of drones: Design, experiment, and learn!
2022-11-15 10:00 - 2022-11-17 17:00
Drones are steadily evolving technology with a wide array of applications in various sectors that, over the next decade, will change in ways that are unimagined. The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is conducting a three-day workshop, War of drones, on drone technology and its applications.
The workshop will be handled and facilitated by Sri Gopi Raja, CEO of Fopple Technology Pvt Ltd. Andhra Pradesh. The session will confer on the various aspects and applications of drones and allied technologies. The experimental event allows students to get insights into drone technology from industry experts. They will be exposed to hand on assembling and operations of drones. Furthermore, the future and scope of the promising technology will also be discussed during the workshop.
Only limited seats are available, and the registration fee is Rs 500.
The last date for registration is November 11, 2022.
Secure your seats right now!

Strive for Sustainable Development with Saurvi
2023-03-01 10:00 - 13:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Sustainable Development Goals establish a blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. Fundamentally the SDGs are an urgent call for action by all countries, developed and developing, in a global partnership to formulate strategies in resolving issues on poverty, improve health and education, reduce inequality, and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests. In accordance with the UNSDG goals, The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation in association with Saurvi, the woman leadership and entrepreneurship student community under the Home of Leaders, is organising a workshop on Sustainable Development and calls for student presentations on March 01, 2023. The workshop will feature Mrs Burisetty Sri Lakshmi Ramya Krishna, Founder and CEO of Utopia Nutraceuticals India Private Limited, as the guest speaker.
Agenda:
Sustainable development is a development plan that meets the needs of the present, without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.

The workshop will be followed by student presentations, where participants can share their thoughts and ideas related to Sustainable Development. A few selected ideas will be followed up in a Pitch and Win contest later this month, with winners receiving cash prizes, medals, guidance from the HatchLab and more. A Kahoot! is also scheduled for students to broaden their knowledge of the topic. Winners of the game will receive exciting prizes.
Guidelines for Presentation:

Problem statements have been provided in the google form. Participants need to choose any one among them.
Each team/individual will be given 10 minutes to present their idea, followed by a Q&A session with the judges, evaluation by the organisers, audience and judges for around 3 minutes.
Presentations will be done in the order prescribed in the mail that will be sent to you a few days before the event.

Join the workshop for an insightful discourse on SDGs and explore the world of opportunities in the field of Sustainable Development.

Registration Deadline: Feb 27, 2023
Registration Fee: Rs. 500, Fully subsidized by SRM University-AP

About the Speaker
Mrs Burisetty Sri Lakshmi Ramya Krishna (Founder & CEO of Utopia Nutraceuticals) is a woman entrepreneur who started her start–up named “Utopia Nutraceuticals India Private Limited” in 2018 while pursuing her PhD as a Research Scholar in the Department of Biotechnology, KL Deemed to be University.
Note: E-Certificates and On Duty Attendance will be provided for the participants.

Workshop on Product Building with ABTechVille LLP
2023-04-21 11:00 - 14:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, in association with HatchLab Research Centre, is organising a workshop, “Hands-on Product Building Experience”, on April 21, 2023. The workshop aims to provide students practical experience in building a product from ideation to execution. The session will feature a talk by Mr Baradwaj Arvapally, Co-founder, ABTechVille LLP, Hyderabad. ABTechVille LLP is a Limited Liability Partnership firm engaged in the development of Advanced end-to-end IoT products with customisations. ABTechVille devotes the majority of its resources to mentoring and training students and entrepreneurs on the latest technologies and startups (IoT, Blockchain, Alexa, 3D printing) in order to enhance and improve technical capabilities.
The workshop is organised as a continuation of the online technical workshop conducted prior on IoT & AI/ML. Students who participated in the technical workshop will be able to participate in this workshop.
The workshop will consist of the following:-

Ideation session
Idea Pitching
Mind Mapping
Brainstorming
1-1 Mentoring

Join the workshop to enhance your knowledge of product building and technical startups!

Open Innovation Challenge - For Budding Entrepreneurs!
2023-05-30 11:00 - 13:00 | APJ Abdul Kalam Auditorium
The Directorate of Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurship is organising an Open Innovation Challenge on “Green Resolve – Amrit Kaal Adhyay” in association with IndianOil Startup Scheme. Delegates from IndianOil spearheaded by Director-R&D will visit the university on May 30, 2023, to meet and interact with Vice Chancellor, Prof. Manoj K Arora and to create awareness among the student /scholar community of SRM University-AP. The delegates will conduct a Pre-Pitching Session for Students/Scholars/Potential Entrepreneurs, a Presentation on Startup Green Resolve – Amrit Kaal Adhyay followed by a Q & A session.
IndianOil has launched the Open Innovation Challenge on “Green Resolve – Amrit Kaal Adhyay” under IndianOil Startup Scheme on March 10, 2023, inviting online applications from aspiring innovators / prospective entrepreneurs through the online portal (https://startupfund.indianoil.in).
Join to know more about the Innovation Challenge and build a Career as an Entrepreneur!

Paving the way to Entrepreneurial Excellence
2024-06-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Online event
The Directorate of Alumni Relations and the Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, in a collaborative effort, are organising an online interaction titled “The Path to Innovation: Understanding SRM AP’s Incubation Process for Alumni.” The online webinar to be held on June 29, 2024, will feature Dr Sidharth Tripathy, Director- of Entrepreneurship and Innovation, as its speaker, along with Mr Udayan Bakshi, Associate Director and Dr Krovi Raja Sekhar, CEO of Hatchlab Research Centre and Professor of CSE as the supporting team.
The trio virtuosos, Dr Sidharth Tripathy, Mr Udayan Bakshi, and Dr Krovi Raja Sekhar, are seasoned entrepreneurs who have helped many achieve their dream of starting their own businesses successfully both nationally and internationally.
The webinar will offer insights on developing an entrepreneurial mindset amongst the alumni and on the varsity’s support in embarking on their entrepreneurial journey. The event promises to be an enriching experience for all attendees, particularly those interested in venturing into entrepreneurship.
Attendees will gain valuable insights into the incubation process at SRM AP, understand the challenges and opportunities in the entrepreneurial landscape, and get a chance to engage with successful alumni who have walked the path.
Get set for an insightful entrepreneurial experience with SRM AP, where you can ideate, innovate and invest.

Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 3.0: Transforming Ideas to Reality
2025-02-25 18:00 - 19:00 | SRM University-AP
The Directorate of Entrepreneurship and Innovation is launching yet another chapter of its most coveted event – the Entrepreneurship Bootcamp 3.0 (EBC 3.0). The workshop that previously saw the start of 25+ new ventures, gave way to 80+ internships and 10+ crore funding is now set to embark on a new chapter that is going to be better, bigger, and bolder.
The new chapter of the EBC 3.0 promises a dynamic series of events chartered to ignite and nurture the entrepreneur in you. With 10 interactive sessions and hands-on workshops led by industry experts, 50k venture grants for the top 10 ideas, amazing networking opportunities with industry leaders, and access to funding/grants from not just the varsity but also as part of the government schemes (like MeitY GENESIS), Investors, and Industry Partners, the 8-week entrepreneurial journey will bring in unparalleled growth, a robust support system, and the invaluable skills to metamorphose ideas into successful ventures.
The Bootcamp set to begin on February 25, 2025, will last for a span of 8-weeks. Here’s a chance to unleash the entrepreneur in you and metamorphose yourself from an aspiring entrepreneur to a successful business owner. Join us EBC 3.0 and whittle your skills, sharpen your insights, and turn your innovative ideas into successful ventures.
Registration Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdCDSUNfJiBBy9x-WNOGohT6e3azd2qUtBdqr_e6m-qkSTuEg/viewform

IIC Regional Meet 2025 Vijayawada
2025-12-02 09:00 - 17:00
SRM University-AP will host the third edition of the IIC Regional Meet on December 02, 2025. The third edition of the Meet will be held on a larger and grander scale to celebrate achievements of the innovation and startup ecosystems across more than 16,000 HEI’s.
The IIC Regional Meet is an annual event to celebrate and showcase the accomplishments of all stakeholders including HEIs’ and Innovators and Startup Founders. The Meet is organised by Innovation Cell, All India Council for Technical Education and Ministry of Education, Government of India and hosted by the Hatchlab Research Centre of SRM AP for systematically fostering the culture of innovation in all higher education institutes (HEIs’) across the country.
The Regional Meet is designed to serve as a platform for engagement and networking, enabling IIC institutions to showcase their achievements and experience with other HEI’s. This collaborative effort aims to further the innovation movement in line with the national innovation agenda. The Regional Meet 2025 will be held in three phases, namely on November 25, 28 and December 02, 2025 at 26 different locations across the country. SRM AP will host the third phase of the Meet on December 02, 2025.
Additionally, the Regional Meet at SRM University-AP will provide a platform for over 150 Innovators and startups shortlisted as part of Yukti Innovation Challenge (YIC) 2025 and AICTE Productization Fellowship (APF) 2025. All the innovators can demonstrate their innovations and receive mentoring from the experts and undertake the pitching as a part of the second round of the evaluation under YIC/APF. The Product display and Expo will start in the morning session and the pitching session for next round evaluation will be held during afternoon session from 02.00 PM onwards.
List of Guests:
Chief Guest – Sri R Subrahmanyam, Former Secretary, Ministry of Human Resources and Development, Govt. of India
Guests of Honour

P Dhatri Reddy, IAS, CEO, Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH), Amaravati
G Krishnan, CEO, RTIH, Vijayawada
Bijay Kumar Sahu, IPR and Technology Transfer Wing Head, National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), Government of India

ACITE Team: Dr I Bheema Lingeswar Reddy, Indovation Manager, AICTE and Dr Navin Kumar, Assistant Manager, MoE with other ACITE & MoE Team members.
