AICTE IDEA Lab

AICTE IDEA LAB | INNOVATION & PROTOTYPING

About AICTE IDEA Lab

The AICTE IDEA Lab at Rungta International Skills University (Rungta College of Engineering and Technology), Bhilai has been established with financial assistance from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), Ministry of Education, Government of India under the AICTE IDEA Lab Scheme.

The lab serves as a centralized innovation and prototyping facility to foster:

  • Experiential learning
  • Design thinking
  • Innovation and creativity
  • Multidisciplinary project development
  • Entrepreneurial mindset among students and faculty

AICTE IDEA Lab promotes innovation, hands-on learning, prototyping, startups, and experiential education as per AICTE, NAAC & NIRF norms.

The AICTE IDEA Lab bridges the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical application, thereby strengthening Outcome-Based Education (OBE) and NEP-2020 aligned learning practices.

AICTE Project ID: IDEA202000448

Vision

To develop a sustainable innovation ecosystem that empowers students and faculty to convert ideas into functional prototypes and scalable solutions addressing industrial, societal, and national challenges.

Mission

  • To promote hands-on, project-based, and experiential learning
  • To strengthen innovation, research, and startup culture
  • To support interdisciplinary collaboration
  • To nurture problem-solving and design-thinking skills
  • To align academic activities with industry and societal needs

Infrastructure & Facilities

The AICTE IDEA Lab is equipped with modern facilities including:

  • Rapid prototyping and fabrication tools
  • 3D printing & additive manufacturing systems
  • Electronics and embedded systems workstations
  • Mechanical design and fabrication equipmentr
  • CAD / CAE / Simulation software
  • Collaborative ideation and innovation spaces

Activities & Programs

  • Design Thinking Workshops
  • Hackathons & Innovation Challenges
  • Prototype Development Programs
  • Faculty & Student Research Projects
  • Startup & Entrepreneurship Support
  • Industry Mentorship & Interaction Sessions
  • School & Community Outreach Programs

Beneficiaries

  • Undergraduate & Postgraduate Students
  • Research Scholars
  • Faculty Members
  • Startups & Student Entrepreneurs
  • Local Community & School Students

Integration with Academics

The AICTE IDEA Lab actively supports:

  • Mini & Major Project
  • Capstone Projects
  • Internships & Skill Development
  • Multidisciplinary Learning
  • Innovation-linked Assessments

AICTE Compliance Statement

The AICTE IDEA Lab at RISU (RCET) Bhilai operates strictly as per AICTE guidelines, ensuring transparency, utilization of funds for intended purposes, and alignment with national educational objectives.

AICTE IDEA Lab Coordinator

SR

Dr. Sourabh Rungta

Coordinator

RK

Dr. Ram Krishna Rathore

Co-Coordinator

Expected Outcomes

Student prototypes and Proof-of-Concepts (PoCs)

Startup ideas and incubation support

Research publications and patents

Industry-relevant problem solving

Enhanced employability and innovation skills

Contact Information

  • AICTE IDEA Lab

Rungta College of Engineering and Technology Rungta Educational Campus, Kohka–Kurud Road Bhilai, District Durg, Chhattisgarh – 490024

A state-of-the-art facility fostering creativity, design thinking, and entrepreneurship among students and faculty.

Faculty Development Programmes

Professional Skilling Programmes

Skilling Programmes

School Teacher Awareness Programmes

Open Day for School Students

Annual Conference