The spark of innovation is alive and thriving! CIE Ignite Season 01, powered by the CO-IN Innovation Centre at PES University, has kicked off with over 450+ teams unleashing groundbreaking ideas. This flagship ideathon is redefining deep tech excellence, fueling creativity, ambition, and cutting-edge solutions. The journey has just begun—get ready for an electrifying ride!
Our incredible sponsors are turning up the intensity! With Title, Platinum, and Gold sponsors—InzpireU (Your Accountability Partner for Mentorship) and 4GoodAI—alongside our Knowledge Partner, IEEE Computer Society CS Chapter, PESU, the prize pool is bigger and bolder than ever. Expect epic rewards that inspire you to push the boundaries of innovation!
Stage 2 (S2) is your time to shine! The Pitch Deck Template and detailed guidelines are incoming—perfect your slides, sharpen your pitch, and prepare to impress. Every team gets weekly mentor sessions with industry experts, arming you with insights and strategies to dominate. Mark your calendars for S2 Pitch Day on March 14th at PESU 52, where two jury members per team will judge your brilliance. Bring your A-game—this is your moment!
Only the best will survive! Stage 3 (S3) narrows the field to just 10 elite teams. With 5 Prize Winners and 3 Category Winners walking away with glory and incredible rewards, the competition is fierce. Aim high—will your pitch land you in the top 1%?
Calling all tech enthusiasts! Join us in the first week of March for an action-packed workshop where you’ll build, code, and battle bots. Sharpen your skills, compete for prizes, and dive into the world of robotics and innovation. Don’t miss this win-win opportunity!
S1 Results: Soon—check your emails!
S2 Prep: Mentors and pitch decks are your tools for success.
S3 Goal: Only 10 teams advance—be the best of the best!
Dive into the action at CIE.pes.edu/CIEIgnite. Connect with mentors, access resources, and fuel your journey toward innovation excellence. Let’s ignite the future of deep tech together!