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AI UTKARSH
2026

A Landmark Two-Day international-Level AI Summit by Narula Institute of Technology

"Responsible AI – Innovation with Integrity"

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7-8 April, 2026
NiT Campus, Kolkata
IEEE Sponsored
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About the Summit

Shaping the Future of Responsible AI

A dynamic platform bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, academicians, researchers, startups, and students.

Artificial Intelligence is reshaping industries, governance, healthcare, finance, agriculture, infrastructure, cybersecurity, robotics, and education. As India advances toward the vision of Viksit Bharat @2047, AI will be central to economic growth, innovation, productivity, and global competitiveness.

AI Utkarsh 2026 is envisioned as a landmark two-day State-Level AI Summit organized by Narula Institute of Technology under the aegis of JIS Group, featuring an IEEE-Sponsored Technical Program.

6000+
Students
200+
Faculty
25K+
Alumni
Industry-Academia Collaboration
Strengthening the bridge between academic research and industry application
Ethical AI Practices
Promoting responsible, transparent, and inclusive AI development
Innovation Showcase
Student AI prototypes, startup booths, and technology exhibitions
Skill Development
Enhancing placement opportunities and building future-ready professionals
Distinguished Speakers

Meet Our Speakers

Industry leaders, researchers, and visionaries driving the future of Artificial Intelligence

Prof. Amlan Chakrabarti
Keynote Speaker
Prof. Amlan Chakrabarti
Professor & Director
A.K. Choudhury School of IT, University of Calcutta | Visiting Professor, Dept. of AI, IIT Kharagpur
Manojit Sengupta
Industry Leader
Manojit Sengupta
Delivery Centre Head
Eastern Region, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS)
Mr. Subhamoy Chakraborti
Media Technology
Mr. Subhamoy Chakraborti
Chief Technical Officer
ABP Pvt Ltd
Dr. Hena Ray
Research Expert
Dr. Hena Ray
Joint Director, Scientist-F
C-DAC Kolkata
Event Agenda

Summit Schedule

Two days packed with keynotes, panel discussions, technical sessions, and hands-on competitions

09:00 AM
Inaugural Ceremony
Lamp Lighting, Welcome Address, Summit Overview, Chief Guest Address & Launch of NiT AI Innovation Cell
Ceremony
10:30 AM
Plenary Keynotes
Distinguished speakers sharing insights on the future of AI, industry trends, and responsible innovation
Keynote
12:00 PM
Panel Discussion: "Metrics for Measurement of AI — The Challenges and the Road Ahead"
Featuring corporate leaders, startup founders, academic researchers, and policy experts discussing AI measurement frameworks
Panel
02:00 PM
Technical Sessions
Hall A: Industry Applications | Hall B: Research & Innovation — IEEE-Sponsored Technical Sessions across multiple tracks
Technical
09:00 AM
Plenary Keynotes
Day 2 keynote sessions with thought leaders from industry and academia
Keynote
11:00 AM
Panel Discussion: "From Research to Reality — Commercializing AI Innovations"
Experts discuss the journey from AI research breakthroughs to real-world commercial products
Panel
01:00 PM
AI Hackathon (HACK-O-NiT) Finale
24-hour hackathon finale with industry-defined problem statements and jury evaluation
Competition
02:30 PM
Startup & Innovation Expo
Student AI prototypes, faculty research projects, startup booths, and industry technology exhibitions
Expo
04:30 PM
Awards & Valedictory Ceremony
Best AI Innovation Award, Women in AI Award, Hackathon Champions Award, Industry Choice Award, and MoU announcements
Awards
Thematic Tracks

Explore the AI Frontier

Six comprehensive tracks covering the most impactful areas of Artificial Intelligence

Track 01
Generative AI & Enterprise Applications
  • LLMs & AI Agents
  • Enterprise Automation
  • AI-driven Decision Intelligence
  • AI for Business Optimization
Track 02
AI in Banking, Finance & Business
  • AI-powered Risk Assessment
  • FinTech & Algorithmic Trading
  • Fraud Detection & Governance
  • AI & Web 3.0 Integration
Track 03
AI in Healthcare & Life Sciences
  • AI in Medical Diagnostics & Imaging
  • Predictive Healthcare Analytics
  • AI-driven Drug Discovery
  • Ethical AI in Clinical Decision Support
Track 04
AI for Smart Infrastructure, Robotics & Agriculture
  • AI in Smart Cities & Civil Engineering
  • AI-powered Drone Technology
  • Robotics & Industrial Automation
  • AI in Precision Agriculture & Smart Farming
Track 05
AI & Cybersecurity Governance
  • Deepfake Detection
  • AI for Threat Intelligence
  • Responsible AI Frameworks
  • Data Privacy & Regulatory Compliance
Track 06
AI in Education & Skill Development
  • AI Curriculum Transformation
  • GenAI Tools for Teaching & Learning
  • Personalized Learning Systems
  • AI Career Roadmap for Gen Z
Summit Goals

What We Aim to Achieve

Strengthen Industry-Academia Collaboration through MoUs and partnership pipelines
Showcase Student Innovation & Research with AI prototypes and competitions
Facilitate Startup & Incubation Ecosystem through innovation expos
Enhance Placement & Skill Development Opportunities for students
Promote Responsible & Ethical AI Practices aligned with India's AI Mission
Position NiT as a Regional AI Knowledge Hub in Eastern India
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