IInvenTiv 2024 is the flagship event of Ministry of Education of Government of India. This is the second edition of the event, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

Inauguration

Union Minister of Education Dharmendra Pradhan will inaugurate the event on 19 January 2024.
Top 120 innovations from higher education institutes will be showcased in the fair, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

It seeks collaborative avenues among state universities, institutes, and industry to enhance the development and reach of innovations at the grass roots level, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

This year, the event will focus on five pivotal domains, reflecting the diverse landscape of innovation and also in line with the thrust areas for Atmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat. These include:

● Affordable Healthcare

● Agriculture & Food Processing

● Sustainable Technologies including Climate change, E-mobility, Clean Energy

● Defence and Space

● Industry 4.0

Union Education Minister

In a message shared by Union Education Minister Dharmendra Pradhan, he expressed, “IInvenTiv-2024 is driven by Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi’s mantra of ‘Jan Anusandhan’ and is a part of the efforts to strengthen the country’s research and innovation ecosystem.

The second edition of IInvenTiv, hosted by IIT Hyderabad, will once again showcase India’s spirit of innovation and enterprise and bring together industry and academia to build an Atmanirbhar and Viksit Bharat, he said.

Beyond the 23 IITs, leading Higher Education Institutions such as NITs, IISERs, IIITs, IISc Bangalore, and the top 50 NIRF-ranked engineering institutions in the country will present their exemplary work to both academic and industry stakeholders, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

This diverse collaboration will culminate in a thoughtfully curated showcase, featuring the top 120 innovations across these domains from the 53 participating technical institutions nationwide, serving as a pivotal highlight of the event, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

Collaboration

Dr. B.V.R. Mohan Reddy, Chairman, IInvenTiv-2024 Steering Committee, said, promoting collaboration between academia and industry is of utmost importance for our nation.

This collaboration will not only help us capitalize on our research endeavours but also facilitate industrial investments, leading to innovation of products designed for India and the global market, he said.

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In its second edition, IInvenTiv aims to bridge this gap by bringing academia and industry closer. Such initiatives hold great potential in realizing the Prime Minister’s vision of a self-reliant and empowered India, he said.

Projects

The selected projects will be presented before the audience in designated booths during the mega event, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

Representatives from more than 2000 Industries apart from several key officials from the Government are expected to be present at the inaugural event, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

Platform

In addition to the R&D exhibition, the event will function as a dynamic platform, fostering collaboration between academia and industry to propel technological advancements that tackle real-world challenges, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

Pursuing this objective, dedicated one-hour panel discussions for each domain will convene experts and thought leaders, delving into the challenges and opportunities that define the future of these vital sectors, say sources from IIT Hyderabad.

Director of IIT Hyderabad

Speaking about hosting IInvenTiv-2024, Prof. B.S. Murty, Director, IIT Hyderabad, said, “IITH is delighted to host the second edition of R&D Fair from Indian premier higher education institutions, IInvenTiv-2024.

I am glad that IInvenTiv has become more inclusive this time by showcasing technologies from 30 more institutes, in addition to 23 IITs, said director of IIT Hyderabad.

I am confident that industry participants attending IInvenTiv-2024 would join hands with the inventors of these technologies towards their commercial realisation to make India not only Atmanirbhar but also a global player in most of these areas and a global leader in at least some of them, say director of IIT Hyderabad.

The event is poised to welcome over 2000 industry participants over the span of two days.

Access

On Day 1 of IInvenTiv-2024 on 19th January 2024, exclusive access will be granted to industry participants, allowing them to actively engage with cutting-edge innovations.

Day 2 of the event will be open to the public, providing a unique opportunity for a wider audience to witness the latest breakthroughs in technology and research.

IIT Hyderabad is proud to present the eagerly anticipated IInvenTiv-2024, a mega event that stands as a testament to the spirit of technological progress by uniting academia and industry for a brighter future of innovation and discovery.

The application submission started on 12 March 2025.

About AP POLYCET 2025

Its complete name is Andhra Pradesh Polytechnic Common Entrance Test and is popular as AP POLYCET.

The exam is conducted by State Board of Technical Education and Training of Andhra Pradesh.

Test will be conducted offline, as a pen and paper-based test where the answers have to be marked on an answer sheet provided separately at the test centers which will be situated across Andhra Pradesh.

AP POLYCET 2025 Information Brochure is Here

Who can take up AP POLYCET 2025 registration?

The eligibility to take up AP POLYCET 2025 registration is a pass in the 10th standard from a recognized educational institution located anywhere in Andhra Pradesh.

Applicants must belong to the state of Andhra Pradesh. Candidates who appeared or are appearing for the 10th class or equivalent examination and whose results are yet to be declared can also take up AP POLYCET 2025 registration.

These students have to pass the exam and provide proof of it by the time of admission. There is more to it than meets the eye as far as AP POLYCET 2025 is concerned.

The URL to reach it is ‘https://polycetap.nic.in/Default.aspx’

1. The URL mentioned above has to be typed into the browser of the computer and the website has to be allowed to download.

2. Once the web page is available in the browser, candidates must click the button Online Application

2A. Candidates other than SSC qualified and Telangana State applicants can choose to register with their mobile number.

2B. Candidates from AP who have completed SSC can choose to register with their SSC Hall Ticket Number.

3. Candidates can provide details like their name, date of birth, and email id and create an account comprising a username and password.

4. Once the account is ready, candidates can log in and start AP POLYCET 2025 registration, filling the application form for AP POLYCET.

5. The form has to be filled and AP POLYCET 2025 registration fee has to be paid and submitted.

6. Post submission, applicants have to wait for the message indicating successful submission, once it is obtained, it can be downloaded and a printout of it has to be taken and preserved for future use.

Direct Link to take up AP POLYCET 2025 registration is Here

Registration fees

Candidates from OC/BC categories have to pay Rs 400 as fee while taking up AP POLYCET 2025 registration. Those from SC/ST categories have to pay Rs 100 as fee while taking up AP POLYCET 2025 registration.

Hall Ticket

Candidates who have successfully completed their AP POLYCET 2025 registration can alone download the admit card from the official website ‘https://polycetap.nic.in/Default.aspx’

1. The URL mentioned above has to be typed into the browser and then submitted to allow the webpage to download.

2. Once the webpage is ready, the link for hall ticket download has to be clicked.

3. After clicking the link, information like application number, date of birth have to be entered and submitted to view the hall ticket. Once the hall ticket is visible, candidates can download it and take a printout.

Counselling is the process where the candidates can choose the college to study the course of their choice.

The process of counselling can be conducted in more than one round. Students who get a seat can convey the acceptance and pay the fees and join the college.

Students who do not get a seat in the first round of counselling connected with AP POLYCET 2025 can perhaps try in the subsequent rounds.

The schedule for counselling will be declared shortly after the release of the AP POLYCET 2025 results.

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