KRITI Initiative · IIT Kharagpur

PRAVAH 2026

Science & Innovation Fair

An open forum under the KRITI Initiative for presenting, sharing and developing creative, scientific and technological work.

Open to EveryoneNational participation
IIT Kharagpur InitiativeKRITI program
Research ShowcaseInnovation fair
MentorshipExpert guidance

About PRAVAH

An open forum for science & innovation

PRAVAH brings together students, researchers, and innovators to present work that advances curiosity, originality, and scientific thinking.

  • Open forum for scientific and technological work
  • Individual and team participation welcome
  • Supports projects from KRITI and beyond
  • Mentorship support available throughout

“Curiosity, when supported by the right environment, grows into discovery — and into leadership in science and innovation.”

Participation

Participation tracks

1

Prototype / Experiment Showcase

  • Working models & devices
  • Live demonstrations

Exhibit booth & demonstration stall

2

Idea / Product Pitch

  • Startup concepts & solutions
  • Poster support available

Short oral pitch before panel

3

Research / Results Presentation

  • Research findings & concepts
  • Project outcomes

Poster presentation

Benefits

Why participate

Present Your Work

Share prototypes, ideas, and research with peers and experts.

Expert Feedback

Receive constructive input from mentors and domain specialists.

Network with Researchers

Connect with fellows across programs and institutions.

Access Mentorship

Refine ideas with guidance from IIT Kharagpur mentors.

Showcase Innovation

Highlight contributions on a national stage.

Win Awards

Outstanding entries may receive prizes and recognition.

Guidelines

Participation guidelines

  1. i-KITES teams present hands-on activities.
  2. RISE and GRISHMA fellows showcase their research work.
  3. Multiple team participation is allowed.
  4. Multiple projects may be submitted.
  5. Open across academic stages.
  6. Open beyond IIT Kharagpur.
  7. Mentors may guide multiple teams.
  8. Mentorship culture is actively encouraged.

Recognition

Prizes & recognition

Mentorship

Guidance from domain experts

Participants can seek guidance from mentors and domain experts to refine ideas and presentations.

Applications

Applications opening soon

The participation form and portal will be released soon.

Contact Team

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Open across academic stages and institutions — not limited to IIT Kharagpur.
Yes. Individual and team participation are welcome.
Yes. Mentors and domain experts will be available throughout the event.

Contact

Get in touch

KRITI Initiative

contact.kriti@iitkgp.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
West Bengal, India