- Attendees will enjoy a fully-residential setup that includes accommodation, wholesome meals, and local travel
- Every participant will receive a certificate of completion and be inducted into the prestigious Rising Roboticists Cohort of 2025.
- The top 10 performers from Phase 1 will be selected for Phase 2: Rise with Aurora, an exclusive 6–8 week residency at the IITGN Robotics Lab
- The experience will culminate in a final showcase, where participants will compete for the coveted title of India’s Top 5 Rising Roboticists – 2025.
- To apply, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhjagv2baacCXldbqaQsPwXDQnEV5cyNe-xBO1YBdDVOUWXw/viewform
NE EDUCATION BUREAU
GANDHINAGAR, APR 15
A first-of-its-kind, immersive Robotics Summer School – Aurora Rising will be held from May 19 to Jun 1, 2025, at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Gandhinagar. The program invites engineering students and recent graduates from across the country to dive deep into the world of robotics through a highly engaging and competitive learning experience.
Curated and led by Prof Harish P M, Professor, Mechanical Engineering, IITGN, Aurora Rising offers a 14-day intensive journey that blends rigorous theoretical training with hands-on robotics challenges and exposure to the latest advancements in the field. Participants will have the rare opportunity to learn directly on multiple state of the art robots, interact directly with leading robotics researchers, innovators, and startup founders, gaining first-hand insights into cutting-edge developments and industry trends.
Set on the IITGN campus, the program is designed not just as an academic bootcamp, but as a dynamic community experience. Attendees will enjoy a fully-residential setup that includes accommodation, wholesome meals, and local travel. Beyond the classroom, they will participate in movie nights, excursions, and other social events aimed at fostering collaboration and a strong peer network. Every participant will receive a certificate of completion and be inducted into the prestigious Rising Roboticists Cohort of 2025.
The top 10 performers from Phase 1 will be selected for Phase 2: Rise with Aurora, an exclusive 6–8 week residency at the IITGN Robotics Lab. During this phase, selected roboticists will work on live research and industry projects under the mentorship of IITGN faculty and lab researchers. The experience will culminate in a final showcase, where participants will compete for the coveted title of India’s Top 5 Rising Roboticists – 2025.
Applications for Aurora Rising are now open and will be accepted until April 25, 2025. Given the selective nature of the program, prospective candidates are encouraged to apply early by completing the application form available on the official website, along with the required documentation. Further details regarding program fees, scholarship opportunities, and eligibility criteria can also be found on the website.
To apply, please visit: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdhjagv2baacCXldbqaQsPwXDQnEV5cyNe-xBO1YBdDVOUWXw/viewform
