Institution Name: Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Sonepat
Event Type: Faculty Development Programme
Event Name: Space Technology, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Defense technology
Event Start Date: 21-10-2026
Event End Date: 02-11-2026
FDP Mode: Online
FDP Organizing Department: IIIT Sonepat and EICT, MNIT Jaipur
About FDP:
An intensive 40-hour online Faculty Development Programme (FDP) is being organized for faculty members of engineering and technological institutions. The programme is also open to industry professionals and doctoral scholars from Indian organizations. The FDP focuses on “Space Technology, Unmanned Aerial Systems, Defense technology“, covering recent advances, practical applications, and future research directions in AI-driven UAV technologies
Topics Covered:
- Space Technology & Satellite Systems
- Unmanned Aerial Systems: Architecture & Control
- AI/ML Foundations & Deep Learning for UAVs
- Computer Vision, Sensor Fusion & Applied AI (Hands-on)
- Autonomous Navigation & Swarm Intelligence
- Edge AI, Simulation & Digital Twins
- Defence Technology, Space Security & Cyber-Resilience
- Case Studies, Responsible AI, GenAI & Future Directions
Speakers: Experts from various IITs, NITs, IIITs, and leading industries.
Who can participate? Research Scholars /Faculty/Industry Persons/UG & PG students
Registration Fee:
- Academia (Faculty/Students): India/SAARC/Africa: ₹750 + 18% GST
- Others: India/SAARC/Africa: ₹1500 + 18% GST
- Participants – Rest of the World: US $60
Register portal: http://online.mnit.ac.in/eict/
Note: Kindly select Indian Institute of Information Technology Sonepat as Spoke/Hub Centre.
College Website: https://iiitsonepat.ac.in/life-at-iiits/events
How to Apply: Click on the below link or scan QR code.
Online (https://online.mnit.ac.in/eict/ )
Important Dates:
- Last Date for Registration: 18.10.2026
- Intimation of Selection: 20.10.2026
Contact Person: Dr. Mohan Bansal (+91 77548 56788)
Institution Address: IIIT Sonepat, IIT Delhi Techno Park, Rajiv Gandhi Education City, Rai, Sonepat, Haryana-131001, India
Event Brochure:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BT1lpHydz8_wn3zveppmDd0OgrHqq9Qp/view?usp=sharing
About Institution:
Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Sonepat:
Indian Institute of Information Technology Sonepat (IIIT Sonepat) was established in 2014 by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Haryana and industry partners: Haryana State Industrial and Infrastructure Development Corporation (HSIIDC) and the Haryana State Electronics Development Corporation Limited (HARTRON). The Institute was mentored by the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Kurukshetra, one of India’s premier technical institutions.
IIIT Sonepat is envisioned as a hub of academic excellence and research in Information Technology, with a focus on producing industry-ready graduates and contributing to cutting-edge research in leading areas. It has signed MoUs with Industries, Academic Institutions, Hospitals and R&D Institutions. This institution is known for its outstanding contribution to improve the education of the people by virtue of its discipline, modern infrastructure, library and faculty members.
Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT) Jaipur:
MNIT Jaipur one of the oldest NITs, the institute has a rich heritage of sixty years producing world class engineers, managers, architects and scientists. Ranked 42nd nationally in the NIRF ranking-2025 (Engineering), the institute offers learning opportunities for undergraduate, postgraduate students, and researchers in various domains. Having a lush green campus of over 317 acres within the heart of the pink city, close to Jaipur International Airport, the campus offers a safe and lively environment. A world class teaching infrastructure, state-of-art laboratories welcome you at the campus. The institute has a vision to impart education of international standards and conduct research at the cutting edge of technology
