Shortlist Results Out!

Track 1 (Prototype Showcase), Track 2 (Idea Pitch), and Track 3 (Poster Presentation) shortlist results have been announced.

Mark Your Calendar: PRAVAH 2026 will take place on 24th and 25th June 2026 at IIT Kharagpur.

Venue: Nalanda Classroom Complex, SRIC side, IIT Kharagpur, Kharagpur, West Bengal 721302

KRITI Initiative · IIT Kharagpur

PRAVAH 2026

Science & Innovation Fair

Innovate. Experiment. Inspire.

An open forum under the KRITI Initiative for presenting, sharing and developing creative, innovative and technological ideas.

Track 1 Results Track 3 Results Explore Tracks
Research Showcase

Present your groundbreaking findings to a national audience.

Innovation Challenge

Develop solutions for real-world problems through rapid prototyping.

Expert Mentorship

Learn and grow under the guidance of leading researchers and innovators.

Public Presentation

Share your vision with academics, industry leaders, and peers.

Innovation Awaits 24th–25th June 2026

A hall full of curious minds — Kriti students learning, questioning, and shaping the innovations of tomorrow.
Faculty members demonstrating scientific concepts through engaging live experiments.
Kriti students leading by example during a cleanliness drive at Gymkhana, demonstrating teamwork, responsibility, and commitment to a cleaner campus.
Engaging discussions between students and faculty experts.
Captivating young minds through interactive experiment demonstrations and hands-on scientific learning.
Students engaging with advanced research facilities and scientific instruments.

PRAVAH Gallery

A hall full of curious minds — Kriti students learning, questioning, and shaping the innovations of tomorrow.

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About PRAVAH

An open forum for science & innovation

PRAVAH brings together students, researchers, and innovators to present work that advances curiosity, originality, and scientific thinking.

  • Open forum for scientific and technological work
  • Individual and team participation welcome
  • Supports projects from KRITI and beyond
  • Mentorship support available throughout

“Curiosity, when supported by the right environment, grows into discovery — and into leadership in science and innovation.”

Participation

Participation tracks

1

Prototype / Experiment Showcase

  • Working models & devices
  • Live demonstrations

Exhibit booth & demonstration stall

2

Idea / Product Pitch

  • Startup concepts & solutions
  • Poster support available

Short oral pitch before panel

3

Research / Results Presentation

  • Research findings & concepts
  • Project outcomes

Poster presentation

Capacity

Available Slots

30 Exhibition Booths (for Track 1)

Top 30 entries will be shortlisted for Experiment and Prototype showcase.

Limited Idea Pitch Slots (Track 2)

Present your ideas and research through dedicated interactive sessions and presentations.

100 Presentation Slots (Track 3)

Showcase your project and interact with visitors, experts and fellow innovators using posters only.

Experience

Beyond Innovations

1) Recreation & Entertainment Zone

Game Stalls

Enjoy interactive games, fun challenges, and exciting activities throughout the event.

Jamming Sessions

Relax and connect with fellow participants through live music and open-mic performances.

Dance Floor & Entertainment

Celebrate innovation with energetic performances, music, and social events.

2) Food & Refreshments

Food Stalls
Beverages & Snacks
Local Delicacies

Benefits

Why Participate?

Top entries may receive financial support for further development over the next six months.

Top entries may be showcased at the Science and Innovation Summit next year.

IIT Kharagpur students and members are encouraged to submit their entries.

Guidelines

Participation guidelines

  1. i-KITES teams present hands-on activities.
  2. RISE and GRISHMA fellows showcase their research work.
  3. Multiple team participation is allowed.
  4. Multiple projects may be submitted.
  5. Open across academic stages (PhD, Master Students etc.)
  6. Open beyond IIT Kharagpur.
  7. Mentors may guide multiple teams.
  8. Mentorship culture is actively encouraged.

Recognition

Prizes & recognition

Mentorship

Guidance from domain experts

Participants can seek guidance from mentors and domain experts to refine ideas and presentations.

Applications

Register for PRAVAH 2026

Online registration has closed. The deadline was 18 June 2026, 16:00 PM IST.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Open across academic stages (PhD scholars, Masters Students etc.)
Yes. Individual and team participation are welcome.
Yes. Mentors and domain experts will be available throughout the event.
Yes. You have to apply for each track separately.

Contact

Get in touch

KRITI Initiative

contact.kriti@iitkgp.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
West Bengal, India