INNOVATION MELA 2026

(Showcasing Creativity, Engineering the Future)

Date: 25 February 2026
Venue: Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, Delhi

About the Event

The Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Maharaja Agrasen Institute of Technology, Delhi, is organizing Innovation Mela 2026 with the objective of fostering creativity, innovation, research, and entrepreneurial thinking among students. The event will serve as a dynamic platform for students to showcase innovative ideas, working models, research outcomes, and creative talents while encouraging interdisciplinary learning and industry-oriented thinking.

Innovation Mela 2026 aims to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical implementation by promoting hands-on learning, teamwork, and problem-solving skills aligned with emerging technological trends.

Event Categories

Category

Event Title

Theme

Innovation Expo

INNOVEX 2026 – Showcase of Smart Ideas

Student innovations, prototypes, applications

Photography / Reels Competition

Lens & Logic: Tech Through Creativity

Innovation through photography and reels

Gaming Zone

BYTEBATTLE – The Ultimate Gaming Arena

Competitive e-sports and casual gaming

Robo / Drone Competition

ROBOFLIGHT 2026 – Code, Control, Conquer

Robotics and drone-based challenges

Research Poster Presentation

RESEARCHSPARK 2026 – Ideas to Impact

Undergraduate and postgraduate research posters

Innovative Product Stalls

STARTUP STREET – Ideas that Sell

Student and local innovative products

Food Stalls

TECH BITES – Fuel for Innovators

Food and refreshment zone

Faculty Organizing Committee

Patron

  • Prof. Satvir Singh Deswal
    (Officiating Director & Dean)

Convener

  • Prof. Namita Gupta
    (Head of Department, CSE)

Event Leads

  • Dr. Ruchi Goel
  • Dr. Nisha Aggarwal

Event Coordinators

  • Mr. Ashish Sharma
  • Dr. Yogesh Sharma
  • Mr. Alok Sharma
  • Ms. Savita Sharma
  • Dr. Sandeep Tayal
  • Dr. Farzil Kidwai

Committee Members

  • Dr. Neetu Gupta
  • Dr. Karuna Middha
  • Ms. Shallu Juneja
  • Mr. Saurabh Rastogi
  • Ms. Kajol Dahiya
  • Ms. Chesta Aggarwal
  • Mr. Manu Narula

Prize Structure

Category

Awards

Innovation Expo

Best Innovation Award, Social Impact Award

Robo / Drone Competition

Best Design Award, Technical Excellence Award

Research Poster Presentation

Best Research Poster Award

Photography / Reels Competition

Best Creativity Award

Gaming Zone

Winner and Runner-up

Overall

Best Innovation of Innovation Mela 2026

Expected Outcomes

  • Promotion of innovation, creativity, and research culture among students
  • Enhanced hands-on learning and technical skills development
  • Encouragement of entrepreneurship and startup mindset
  • Alignment with Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and NBA accreditation objectives
  • Increased institutional visibility and student engagement

Registration Fees for Innovative product and Food Stall:

Category

Description

MAIT Students/ MAIT Alumni

· Registration is free (without Canopy)

-       Rs. 500 (For 1 table)

-       Rs. 750 (For 2 tables)

-       1000+GST (with Canopy) (15*7.5 ft.)

Outside MAIT Students

· Registration is Rs. 200 (without Canopy)

-       Rs. 500 (For 1 table)

-       Rs. 750 (For 2 tables)

-       1500+GST (with Canopy) (15*7.5 ft.)

Professional Startups

-Rs. 1500+GST (with Canopy) (15*7.5 ft.)

-Rs. 2000+GST (with Canopy) (15*15 ft.)

Payment Details:

  • Bank Name: UNION BANK OF INDIA
  • Bank Address: Sector 22, Rohini Branch, New Delhi-110086, India
  • Account Name: MAHARAJA AGRASEN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
  • Account Number: 394502010059875
  • IFSC Code: UBIN0560421
  • Bank Swift Code: UBININBBSBD
  • AD Code: 0291679

Sponsorship:

Category

Description

Title Sponsor

INR 20000

Co-Title Sponsor

INR 15000

Event Sponsors

INR 10,000

Big Stalls

INR 2,000 +GST

Small Stalls

INR 1,500 +GST

 

Venue: Block-1, CSE Department, MAIT Campus

Website: https://cse.mait.ac.in/

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Google Map Location: https://goo.gl/maps/EDeTwmb1YqvX56PYA