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GMRIT Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC)

In 2022, GMRIT established and launched the Institution's Innovation Council (IIC) program as per the norms of the Innovation Cell, Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India to systematically nurture a culture of innovation and foster a startup ecosystem within the institution. The MHRD established MHRD’s Innovation Cell (MIC) to systematically foster the culture of innovation amongst all higher education institutions (HEIs) in India. The primary mandate of MIC is to encourage, inspire and nurture young students to think of new ideas, concepts, and develop working prototypes.  

 

The primary goal of the GMRIT IIC is to engage a large number of faculty, students, and staff in various activities related to innovation and entrepreneurship. These activities include ideation, problem-solving, proof of concept development, design thinking, intellectual property rights (IPR), and project management at the pre-incubation and incubation stages. This initiative aims to establish and strengthen the innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem at GMRIT.

Vision:

To be recognized as a leading institution in fostering and promoting an excellence-driven innovation ecosystem.

 

Mission:

  • Organize regular workshops and seminars to foster and promote innovative thinking.
  • Establish strong connections with the Entrepreneur Development Cell.
  • Actively participate in and organize idea contests and hackathons to showcase innovative ideas.

Major Focus Areas:

  • Foster a dynamic and thriving local innovation ecosystem.
  • Establish a robust startup support system within the Institute.
  • Prepare the institution for the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements framework.
  • Build a functional ecosystem for identifying and pre-incubating innovative ideas.
  • Enhance cognitive abilities and critical thinking among students.

Objectives of GMRIT IIC:

  • To promote a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship among faculty, students, and staff.
  • To facilitate the development of innovative ideas into viable solutions and prototypes.
  • To create awareness about intellectual property rights (IPR) and encourage the protection of innovations.
  • To provide a platform for students and faculty to engage with entrepreneurs, investors, and industry experts.
  • To organize and support activities like hackathons, workshops, and competitions to stimulate creative thinking and problem-solving.
  • To establish collaboration with national and international innovation networks, fostering partnerships for growth and development.
  • To ensure continuous engagement with the startup ecosystem and enhance the institution’s innovation capabilities.
  • To prepare the institution for ranking under the Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements (ARIIA).

Functions of GMRIT IIC:

  • Organize and execute various innovation, IPR, and entrepreneurship-related activities as prescribed by the MIC within set timelines.
  • Identify and recognize innovative projects, sharing success stories to inspire others.
  • Conduct regular workshops, seminars, and interactions with entrepreneurs, investors, and professionals, while building a network of mentors for student innovators.
  • Foster connections with peers and national organizations focused on entrepreneurship development.
  • Develop an Innovation Portal to showcase the innovative projects undertaken by the institution’s faculty and students.
  • Host hackathons, idea competitions, mini-challenges, and other events involving industry participation.

 

Benefits of GMRIT IIC:

  • No significant capital investment is required to establish the IIC, as it leverages the existing local ecosystem.
  • Students and faculty involved with the IIC will gain exclusive opportunities to participate in innovation-related initiatives and competitions organized by MHRD.
  • Chance to win exciting prizes and certificates on a monthly basis.
  • Opportunities to meet and interact with renowned business leaders and top academicians.
  • Platform to develop and prototype new ideas. Access to mentoring from industry professionals.
  • Hands on experience with the latest technologies and experimentation.
  • Opportunity to travel, explore new places, and immerse in different cultures.
  • Opportunity to travel, explore new places, and immerse in different cultures.

GMRIT IIC Council Members:

Head of the Institution:   Dr. CLVRSV. Prasad,  Principal, GMRIT, Rajam

S.NO.

 NAME OF THE MEMBER PORTFOLIO

1

 Dr. M. Srinivasa Rao, Professor President

2

 Dr. K. Ranindranadh, Professor Vice President

2

 Dr. T. S. Kishore, Professor Co Vice President

3

 Dr. V. Rambabu, Professor Convener

4

 Dr. M.Krishna Prasad, Professor Internship Activities

5

 Dr. T.S.L.V.AyyaRao, Asso.Professor Institute Ranking Activities

6

 Dr. V.Manoj, Sr. Assistant Professor Innovative Projects coordinator

7

 Dr. M.Satish, Associate Professor Website, Broad casting coordinator

Celebration Activities

1

 Mrs. K. Santoshi, Assistant Professor Spoc

2

 Ms. Santhoshini Sahu, Asst. Professor Member

3

 Dr. P. Kanchanamala, Asso. Professor Member

4

 Mr. K. Siva Prasad, Associate Professor Member

Calendar Driven Activities

1

 Dr. T. Samuel, Asst. Professor, BS & H Spoc

2

 Dr. T. Anil Kumar, Asst. Professor, ECE Member

3

 Mr. Cristin, Assistant Professor ,AIML Member

4

 Dr. V. Manoj, EEE Member

5

 Ms. P. Pooja, Assistant Professor, IT Member

6

 Dr. S.Athibaranan, Asst. Professor, CIVIL Member

7

 R. Ramakrishna, Asst. Professor, EEE Member

IIC School Activities

1

 Dr. D. Tejeswara Rao, Sr.Asst. Professor Member

2

 Dr. B.Viswanadham, Associate Professor Member

Self Driven Activities

1

 Dr. L.V.SureshKumar, Asso. Professor, EEE Spoc

2

 Mr. BMS Sreenivasa Rao, Assistant Professor, ECE Member

3

 Dr. S.Vivek, Assistant Professor, CIVIL Member

4

 Mr. P. Ramu, CIVIL Member

5

 Dr. N. Santosh Kumar, Asst. Professor, BS&H Member

6

 Dr. K. Lakshmana Rao, Professor, CSE Member

7

 Dr. M.Satish, Associate Professor, CSE Member

MIC Activities

1

 Dr. G. Janardhan, Sr. Asst. Professor Spoc

2

 Dr. T. S. Kishore, Professor Member

3

 Dr. A. L. Naidu, Asso. Professor Member

For more information of IIC and current calendar activities, visit https://iic.mic.gov.in/

Detail of Social Media & Connections of IIC institute:

Twitter : @gmrit1997 or https://twitter.com/GMRIT1997
Linkedin : https://www.linkedin.com/school/gmrit-rajam/
Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/gmrit_rajam/
Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/GMRITofficial
Website : https://gmrit.edu.in/

CONTACT US:
The President,
GMR Institute of Technology,
GMR Nagar, Rajam - 532 127,
Vizianagaram District, Andhra Pradesh,
TEL: 08941-251592, 251593, Ph:9000542349, FAX: 08941-251591,
EMAIL: gmrit@gmrit.edu.in

 

 

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