Which is the first edition of Techfest in IIT Bombay?
The activities culminate in a grand three-day event in the campus of IIT Bombay which attracts people from all over the World, including students, academia, corporates and the general public. The very first edition of Techfest was in 1998.
When did the first Techfest start in India?
It started in 1998 with the aim of providing a platform for the Indian student community to develop and showcase their technical prowess, with a footfall of 1.75 lakhs in its latest edition.
Which is the Silver Jubilee of IIT Kanpur?
The four days of the festival attract footfall of over 40,000 from around 1500 prestigious colleges all over the world. The fest, after completing its 24th anniversary in March 2018, celebrates its silver jubilee from March 7, 2019 to March 10, 2019.
How often is admission done in IIT Kanpur?
Admission is also possibel directly to 4-yr undergraduate degree holders from IITs with a CPI more than 8.0 and also to GATE toppers. Admission is done once or twice in a year, depending on the availability of seats. Recruitment for Faculty positions: The institute has a common faculty recruitment portal where applications can be submitted online.
Which is the largest science and Technology Festival in Asia?
The 18th edition of Asia’s Largest Science and Technology Festival organized by the student community of IIT Bombay will be held between 2nd and 4th January 2015 For more, please visit: http://www.techfest.org/
What was the emphasis of Techfest in 2004?
Techfest 2004-2005 added challenging problem statements in the form of competitions like Survivor as well as Drishti, which was conceived with the National Association for the Blind (NAB) in order to provide aids for the visually challenged. The emphasis at Techfest 2006 was on technology and its applications rather than just engineering know-how.