TUSSLE 2.0, organized by the Innovation & Incubation Student Forum (IISF), is an electrifying two-round event designed to challenge your startup knowledge and presentation skills.

🔹 Round 1: Startup Quiz
A high-stakes quiz consisting of 50 questions covering the latest trends and developments in the startup world. Topics include:

• Fintech
• Edtech
• Cleantech
• Legaltech
• Healthcare

Scoring: +10 for correct answers, -5 for incorrect ones. Quick thinking and precision will take you to the next level!

🔹 Round 2: Case Study Presentation
Selected teams will dive deep into a startup from any of the above domains and deliver a powerful presentation on their case study. Judgement criteria will include:

• PPT Design
• Presentation Skills
• Innovative Ideas
• Communication Skills

TUSSLE 2.0 is not just a competition — it’s a platform for aspiring innovators to pitch, present, and power through challenges just like real-world entrepreneurs.

Step into the arena. Bring your best. Let the TUSSLE begin!

Glimpses of Techkriti 2025 at IIT Kanpur! Our 16-member delegation proudly represented Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology at one of India’s premier tech festivals. Competing across diverse events like Pitch Premier, Code n Compete, and Beat the Market, our team showcased grit, strategy, and excellence.

Highlights of our Achievements:

• 1st & 3rd Place in OAS (Observe, Analyze & Solve)
• 2nd Place in Trade Quest
• 2nd Place in Speed Quant

These snapshots reflect the spirit, hustle, and camaraderie of our journey—full of learning, problem-solving, and innovation. We're incredibly grateful for the teamwork and the experiences that made Techkriti 2025 truly unforgettable!

The two-day Smart India Hackathon 2024 concluded on a high note at Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology (KNIT), Sultanpur. Organized under the aegis of AICTE and the Ministry of Education, and sponsored by Godrej and TCS, the event witnessed an overwhelming response from students who pitched innovative tech solutions to real-world problems.

A total of 217 ideas were initially submitted, out of which 32 promising solutions were selected and presented at the institute level. Eventually, 35 teams were shortlisted for the national-level competition, marking a proud milestone for the institution.

The hackathon was inaugurated by Director Prof. Rajeev Kumar Upadhyay, who emphasized fostering creativity, experimentation, and rapid innovation. He encouraged students to embrace challenges and think beyond boundaries to create impactful solutions.

Esteemed jury members including Dr. Anil Kumar, Prof. Awadhesh Kumar, Prof. Saurabh Mani Tripathi, Prof. Ruchin Agarwal, and Incubation Manager Mr. Mayank Srivastava evaluated the ideas and selected the best ones for national submission.

The themes addressed by the students included:

• Automated system for career advancement of higher education faculties
• Technological solution for capturing AQI via mobile and stations
• Online monitoring of unauthorized construction across the city
• Testing and monitoring the quality of medicines and consumables
• Smart classroom management for improved learning environments
• Drug inventory and supply chain tracking systems
• Web-based selector-applicant simulation tools
• Fast algorithm for optimal ship routing
• Enhancing educational connectivity in rural areas
• Solutions focused on securing ML models

Dr. Anil Kumar inspired participants by emphasizing the power of teamwork in driving innovation. The event showcased KNIT's commitment to nurturing the next generation of problem-solvers and tech leaders. The energy, creativity, and enthusiasm displayed by the students were truly commendable and left a lasting impression on the audience.

The Innovation Incubation and Startup Foundation (IISF) at Kamla Nehru Institute of Technology (KNIT), Sultanpur, recently conducted a transformative workshop aimed at empowering the next generation of entrepreneurs. Held at the IISF Seminar Hall, the session witnessed the enthusiastic participation of 234 students eager to explore India’s rapidly growing startup ecosystem.

The workshop was honored by the presence of Dr. Shujat Haider Jafri, Founder and CEO of Stufit Approach Pvt. Ltd., who served as the Chief Guest. His compelling keynote speech resonated deeply with the audience, as he shared practical insights and personal anecdotes from his entrepreneurial journey.

Dr. Jafri highlighted the highs and lows of building a startup, shedding light on the innovation-driven mindset, resilience, and adaptability that define successful entrepreneurs. He spoke passionately about the opportunities available in India's evolving startup landscape and encouraged students to challenge norms and think disruptively.

This workshop is a reflection of IISF KNIT’s unwavering commitment to building a strong foundation of entrepreneurship and innovation among its students. Initiatives like these aim to inspire, educate, and equip future leaders with the knowledge and confidence to launch impactful ventures.

A special note of gratitude to Prof. Rajeev Kumar Upadhyay (Director, KNIT), Prof. Arvind Kumar Tiwari, and the entire IISF team for their unwavering support and coordination in making this workshop a grand success.

Purvanchal Startup Mahotsav is an exciting regional initiative aimed at fostering innovation and celebrating the entrepreneurial spirit of the youth in Purvanchal. This dynamic event invites students, budding entrepreneurs, and innovators to present their groundbreaking startup ideas and innovative models.

It's more than a competition — it’s a platform to connect with like-minded innovators, learn from industry leaders, and turn your startup vision into reality. Whether you're just starting out or already building something impactful, this Mahotsav is your chance to shine.

🏆 Awards and Prizes

• Best Startup
  • 1st Prize: ₹11,000/-
  • 2nd Prize: ₹5,100/-
• Best Female Startup
  • 1st Prize: ₹11,000/-
  • 2nd Prize: ₹5,100/-
• Best Graduate Level Innovative Model/Idea
  • 1st Prize: ₹5,100/-
  • 2nd Prize: ₹3,100/-
• Best Intermediate Level Innovative Model/Idea
  • 1st Prize: ₹5,100/-
  • 2nd Prize: ₹3,100/-
• Best High School Level Innovative Model/Idea
  • 1st Prize: ₹5,100/-
  • 2nd Prize: ₹3,100/-

This is your opportunity to gain recognition, network with mentors and investors, and accelerate your journey as a changemaker.

📅 Date: February 28th, 2024
📍 Venue: Alumni Park

🔗 Register now and be a part of the region’s most vibrant startup celebration. Don’t just dream it — build it, pitch it, and live it!

Uttar Pradesh Global Investors Summit(UPGIS) 2023 was organized in Lucknow from 10-12 February 2023. The summit witnessed an undoubtedly colossal audience comprising government leadership, investors, Students, think tanks, and businessmen from all over the globe. The main aim behind it was to explore future opportunities in the field of Startups and investments. UPGIS was also successful in sponsoring hundreds of Startups and local businesses to provide them entrepreneurial guidance. UPGIS 2023 initiative follows the vision of the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to lead the Nation towards a USD 5 Trillion economy. To meet this vision, the UP government has set up a target of making the state a 1 Trillion dollar economy in the five years to come. Overall it was very well coordinated and concluded with a positive promise for the country's future.

Uttar Pradesh Global Investors Summit(UPGIS) 2023 was organized in Lucknow from 10-12 February 2023. The summit witnessed an undoubtedly colossal audience comprising government leadership, investors, Students, think tanks, and businessmen from all over the globe. The main aim behind it was to explore future opportunities in the field of Startups and investments. UPGIS was also successful in sponsoring hundreds of Startups and local businesses to provide them entrepreneurial guidance. UPGIS 2023 initiative follows the vision of the Hon’ble Prime Minister of India to lead the Nation towards a USD 5 Trillion economy. To meet this vision, the UP government has set up a target of making the state a 1 Trillion dollar economy in the five years to come. Overall it was very well coordinated and concluded with a positive promise for the country's future.

The IISF KNIT Sultanpur in collaboration with 'DIGIACCELL' brings you a synergistic open talk session, 'UDGAM', where Mr. Aalekh Tripathi, the co-founder of 'DIGIACCELL' and an Alumni of IIM Ahmedabad will be the key speaker of the session. Our motto is to create awareness on the challenges being faced by students who are not much aware of coding and introduce them to digital commerce through an application based curriculum. Get directions and doubts resolution with this interactive webinar.

IISF Knit Sultanpur conducts “नवोन्मेष” on the occasion of the 91st birth anniversary of our Ex President and great scientist Dr A.P.J Abdul Kalam popularly known as ‘The Missile Man’ of India, he has made significant contributions towards the field of innovation and invention. Navonamesh includes acknowledginmg and contribution of APJ Abdul Kalam in our future endorsements It also includes illuminating session on startup policies followed by panel discusion between the founders of emerging startups on 15th october 2022.

What do you need to start a business? Three simple things: know your product better than anyone, know your customer, and have a burning desire to succeed. "Starting your own business is like riding a roller coaster. There are highs and lows and every turn you take is another twist. The lows are really low, but the highs can be really high. You have to be strong, keep your stomach tight, and ride along with the roller coaster that you started. IISc brings you the opportunity through HACKATHON, a pitching event for those who strive to create a change in the society through their out of the box ideas, zeal and ardour! Register now to show your worth and potential to the world of transforming dreams into reality. Winners will get exciting goodies and do not forget the pre incubation assistance for building their business model into a prototypes.

Tussle - Arguably the Best . The Best in the tagline has a special meaning to convey. We are looking for the Best amongst the Best and we need the help of the young intellectual minds of our beloved college. Tussle was a two-day mega event comprising of various rounds to hunt the finest brand present in the market. The participating teams are required to defend their selected brand against a plethora of its competitors. This grand battle aims to nurture the young entrepreneurs by providing a platform to showcase some coveted skills. It promises to be a fun and knowledge filled affair.....

It was a 2-day mock trading event. A startup: TradeManza provided a platform for participants to partake in and experience stock trading. The results of the trading event were declared at the end of the event and the winners were awarded exciting prizes.

A two hour live case study analysis event where participants brainstormed over business models, strategies, unique selling points,shortcomings and their alternatives of some budding and unconventional startups.

Work is the most important part of a person’s life and the only way to be satisfied by your work is to do what you truly love and like. These days to be innovative and entrepreneurial are becoming the two most important and crucial qualities that need to be instilled in a person so that the world comes in a brighter future.Pitching sessions are for all those people who all want to present the ideas and get a chance to avail government help in funding their belief of the future business. Great ideas result in great work which comes when you adore your work, the work whose foundation was your own idea which will result into great undertakings, paving the way for a glaring success. Thus, these sessions of pitching are held in order to facilitate this vision of promoting entrepreneurship so that students grab the opportunity to bring their idea into existence.