Innovation, product development, and entrepreneurship through state-of-the-art technologies

Welcome to MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB

Vision & Mission

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Vision

To provide and sustain entrepreneurial activities to foster a startup culture and implement environmental, social, and economic solutions.

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Mission

• To promote innovation and product development among young faculty and students.

• To organize entrepreneurial conclaves, ideathons, hackathons and competitions.

• To convert innovative ideas into tangible products and solutions.

• To encourage start-ups and their ecosystem.

MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB - 8 Workflows

MSRIT - AICTE IDEA LAB empowers students and faculty across all departments with eight state-of-the-art workflows: Additive Manufacturing, Digital Manufacturing, PCB Manufacturing, IoT & AI, Product Development & Reverse Engineering, Printing & Sublimation Technologies, Advanced Engineering Tools, and Welding Technologies. Additional workflows include Business Process Modeling and Knowledge Digitization and Archival, supporting integration with MBA courses, Humanities, and Library systems. Together, these facilities drive ideation, prototyping, and innovation across disciplines.

Facilities at MSRIT - AICTE IDEA LAB
History of MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB

Timeline of Events

From a makerspace vision to a fully inaugurated innovation ecosystem, the journey of MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB reflects sustained effort in planning, prototyping, institutional support and implementation.

2017
Makerspace proposal initiated at MSRIT

Dr. N.V.R. Naidu, Principal, MS Ramaiah Institute of Technology and Dr. Rama Sivakiran Reddy, EDC Member, initiated a proposal to establish a Makerspace at Ramaiah Institute of Technology.

The proposal envisioned a collaborative space for making, learning, exploration, prototyping and sharing using tools such as 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC machines.

Maker Space Proposed by Dr NVR Naidu
30 Apr 2020
First application submitted to AICTE IDEA Lab Scheme

MSRIT formally submitted its proposal to the AICTE IDEA Lab Scheme with Dr. N.V.R. Naidu as Chief Mentor, Dr. Chethan Kumar C.S. as Coordinator, and Dr. Rama Sivakiran Reddy as Co-Coordinator.

This marked MSRIT’s first formal step towards establishing an AICTE-supported innovation and prototyping laboratory.

AICTE IDEA Lab Application
2021
AICTE IDEA Lab Scheme results announced

AICTE announced the results of the IDEA Lab Scheme, strengthening the national innovation ecosystem and encouraging continued efforts by institutions such as MSRIT to establish dedicated ideation and prototyping facilities.

AICTE IDEA Lab Scheme Results
2023
Proposal resubmitted under AICTE self-financed mode

Under the AICTE IDEA Lab self-financed mode call, MSRIT submitted a renewed proposal with Dr. N.V.R. Naidu, Principal, as Chief Mentor, Dr. G.M. Madhu as Coordinator, and Dr. Rama Sivakiran Reddy as Co-Coordinator.

Proposal Resubmitted under AICTE Self-Financed Mode
10 Feb 2025
MSRIT receives AICTE IDEA Lab Offer Letter

MSRIT received the official AICTE IDEA Lab Offer Letter, marking the transition from proposal stage to implementation stage for the establishment of the laboratory.

Offer Letter by AICTE
2025
Space allocated for the lab in ESB 113

Following the offer letter, MSRIT allocated ESB 113 in the Engineering Science Block for establishing the MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB and initiating the implementation process.

AICTE IDEA Lab Video
Oct 2025
Name, logo and branding finalized

Dr. G.M. Madhu, Coordinator, proposed the name MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB, and the logo and branding for the laboratory were finalized, giving the initiative a distinct institutional identity.

MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB Branding
27 Nov 2025
Inauguration of MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB

The MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB was formally inaugurated by Dr. Parswanath H. V., Chief Executive, Gokula Education Foundation (Engineering & General Science).

The event was presided over by Dr. Karisiddappa, Chief Academic Advisor, GEF (E&GS), Sri G. Ramachandra, Chief of Finance, GEF (E&GS), and Dr. N. V. R. Naidu, Principal, Ramaiah Institute of Technology and Chief Mentor of the MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB. Dr. G. M. Madhu, Professor and Head, Department of Chemical Engineering, M S Ramaiah Institute of Technology and Coordinator of the MSRIT AICTE IDEA Lab and Dr. Rama Sivakiran Reddy, Co-Coordinator of the MSRIT AICTE IDEA Lab.

The ROSNAUT Club from the ECE Department supported the inauguration function.

Inauguration of MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB
Mar 2026
Official website released

The launch of the official MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB website marked the public digital presence of the laboratory and enabled broader outreach, visibility and communication of its vision, facilities and workflows.

Official Website Release
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MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB

MSRIT AICTE IDEA LAB fosters innovation, product development, and entrepreneurship through state-of-the-art technologies, interdisciplinary collaboration, and startup support

Our Laboratory Team

Dedicated professionals driving innovation and excellence in our laboratory.

Dr. N V R Naidu
Chief Mentor
Dr. G M Madhu
Coordinator
Dr. Rama Sivakiran Reddy
Co-Coordinator
Sri Gururaj Lalagi
Team Member
Dr Rajendra Prasad P
Team Member
Dr. Neelamsetti Kiran Kumar
Team Member
Technical Gurus
Sri Swathantra Kumar K P
Sri Gireesh R G
About IDEA Lab

The IDEA Lab serves as a dynamic platform for RIT undergraduate and postgraduate students, faculty, and researchers, dedicated to the development of multidimensional skills. It bridges academic learning with real-world applications by enabling students to work on interdisciplinary projects and gain hands-on experience.

Engineering students actively engage with industries across manufacturing and service sectors, and the IDEA Lab provides a collaborative ecosystem where they can further enhance their learning through internships, innovation, and experimentation. The platform fosters a culture of interdisciplinary collaboration, bringing together students from diverse domains to create a heterogeneous and innovation-driven environment.

Faculty Development Program at VTU Muddenahalli

Foundation for Establishing AICTE IDEA Lab at MSRIT

VTU Muddenahalli Campus

Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Muddenahalli, located near the scenic Nandi Hills, is a premier academic and research center established in the birthplace of Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya.

The AICTE–ATAL Model IDEA Lab at VTU is a pioneering initiative aimed at promoting innovation, experiential learning, and interdisciplinary research. It provides access to advanced technologies enabling students and faculty to transform ideas into working prototypes.

Dr. G. M. Madhu and Dr. Rama Sivakiran Reddy actively participated in the Basic Faculty Development Program held from 6th–10th May 2025 at VTU Muddenahalli. This program played a crucial role in shaping the vision and implementation of the MSRIT AICTE IDEA Lab.

Impact & Implementation

The FDP provided a structured framework for establishing and managing IDEA Labs effectively. Based on the insights gained, a set of core workflow patterns were identified to guide innovation, prototyping, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

MSRIT has further expanded these workflows to suit campus-specific needs, integrating departments such as MBA, Architecture, and other disciplines. This expanded approach enables cross-functional collaboration and strengthens the innovation ecosystem within the institution.

The IDEA Lab now acts as a central hub where ideas are nurtured, prototypes are developed, and students gain practical exposure aligned with industry and research requirements.