SRMAP Events

War of drones: Design, experiment, and learn!
2022-11-15 10:00 - 2022-11-17 17:00 (Asia/Kolkata)
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 - Hosted by SRM University-AP
2025-12-02 09:00 - 17:00
The Ministry of Education, Government of India, through its Innovation Cell, launched the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) in 2018 in collaboration with AICTE to systematically foster a culture of innovation across Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) nationwide. The IIC Regional Meet is an annual flagship event that celebrates and showcases the accomplishments of institutions, innovators, and startup founders who are contributing to India’s growing innovation ecosystem.
The third edition of the IIC Regional Meet will be held on an expanded and grander scale, bringing together the achievements of over 16,000+ HEIs across the country. Designed as a powerful platform for engagement, knowledge exchange, and networking, the Regional Meet enables IIC institutions to share best practices and experiences, further advancing the national innovation agenda.
For 2025, the Regional Meet will be conducted in three phases—on 25th November, 28th November, and 2nd December 2025—across 26 locations nationwide. SRM University-AP is proud to host the Regional Meet on 2nd December 2025.
YIC & APF Showcase and Evaluation at SRM University-AP
As part of the Regional Meet, SRM University-AP will host more than 150 innovators and startups shortlisted through the Yukti Innovation Challenge (YIC) 2025 and the AICTE Productization Fellowship (APF) 2025.
Participants will have the opportunity to:

Exhibit their innovations at the Product Expo beginning in the morning
Receive expert mentoring and guidance
Pitch their innovations in the second-round evaluation, scheduled from 2:00 PM onwards

This event provides a high-impact platform for innovators to gain visibility, validation, and expert feedback to strengthen their entrepreneurial journey.
Distinguished Guests

Sri R. Subrahmanyam, IAS
Former Secretary, Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India
Smt. P. Dhatri Reddy, IAS
CEO, Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH), Amaravati
Sri G. Krishnan
CEO, Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH), Vijayawada
Dr. Bijay Kumar Sahu
Head, IPR & Technology Transfer Wing, National Research Development Corporation (NRDC), Government of India
AICTE Delegation:

Dr. I. Bheema Lingeswar Reddy, Indovation Manager, AICTE
Dr. Navin Kumar, Assistant Manager, MoE
Accompanied by other team members from AICTE & MoE
