Vision for the IDEA Lab
To incubate at least five startups by supporting innovative product development, involving 200 students, faculty, and professionals. The Lab will serve at least 30 MSMEs through consultancy, prototyping, and testing services—creating a robust ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship.
Benefits to Students and Staff
Innovation Boost
- Inspire new technologies, solutions, and products.
- Promote design thinking and real-world problem solving.
Hands-On Skill Development
- Access to cutting-edge tools and facilities.
- Training through internships, workshops, and mentorships.
Collaborative Ecosystem
- Networking with academia, industry, and government bodies.
- Joint projects integrating UG/PG students and faculty.
Research Advancement
- Facilitate applied and interdisciplinary research.
- Encourage publication, dissemination, and commercialization.
Startup Incubation & Growth
- Support early-stage ventures with workspace, tools, and guidance.
- Increase startup success rates through structured mentoring.
IDEA Lab Proposal Highlights
The institute’s proposal under the AICTE-IDEA Lab Network aligns with its vision to foster
interdisciplinary skill development and practical training. The funding structure includes:
Non-Recurring Expenditure
- Fabrication Equipment
- Essential Tools & Software
- Training Consumables
- Optional Add-ons for Advanced Learning
Recurring Expenditure
- Student & Faculty Engagement Activities
- Maintenance & Resource Support
- Operational Costs for Lab Sustainability
Strategic Coordination
- Faculty mentoring, student ambassadorship, and institutional collaboration form the
backbone of the proposal framework.
IDEA Lab Momentum
Application Number: IDEA202006889
This positions IOIT among the proactive institutions seeking cutting-edge equipment like 3D printers, VMC routers, and handheld scanners for promoting digital fabrication and advanced materials development.
Multiphase Proposal Sections
The lab’s application is divided meticulously into non- recurring (equipment, tools, consumables) and recurring expenditures, ensuring transparency and alignment with AICTE’s framework.
Institutional Engagement
Tech Guru & Student Ambassador Programs
These roles aim to engage faculty and students as IDEA Lab champions, driving awareness and participation across departments.
Tech Gurus
To effectively execute this initiative, AISSMS Institute of Information Technology, Pune is supported by an expert team that includes the following Tech Gurus:
| Name | Department | Expertise | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mahesh Nigade | First Year/Other | Mechanical | mahesh.nigade@aissmsioit.org |
| Rahul Jadhav | Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering | Embedded systems, Arduino |
rahul.jadhav@aissmsioit.org |
| Prashant Mahajan | Electrical Engineering | PCB Printing | prashant.mahajan@aissmsioit.org |
| Sugat Pawar | Computer Engineering | PCB Milling | sugat.pawar@aissmsioit.org |
Patent & Award Tracking
Dedicated sections for managing patents and awards indicate the institute’s focus on fostering innovation and IPR.
Activities & Workshops
- Skill Development Programs for students and faculty.
- Live Industry Projects through academic collaboration.
- FDPs & Hackathons focused on AI in materials and sustainable design.
Contact &Queries
Mentorship & Coordination
- Chief Mentor: Principal Dr. P.B. Mane
- Faculty Coordinator: Dr. Yogesh P. Patil
- Faculty Co-coordinator: Mr. D. A. Itole
- Student Ambassadors: Elected annually across departments