KPIT Shodh Awards

Recognizing Innovation and Research

The KPIT Shodh Awards is a platform for PhD researchers to win awards for outstanding research work in the field of advanced technologies that will help make the world of mobility cleaner, smarter and safer.

WHY PARTICIPATE IN KPIT SHODH AWARDS

01
Prize

Chance to win awards upto 26 lakhs

02
Prize

Showcase your ideas at the International level

03
Prize

Opportunity to network with Industry

04
Prize

Discuss your ideas with experts

05
Prize

Opportunity to learn about the latest technology

Prize

Chance to win awards upto 26 lakhs

Industry Exposure

Showcase your ideas at the International level

Guidance

Opportunity to Network with Industry

Ownership

Discuss your ideas with experts

Ownership

Opportunity to learn about the latest technology

Who can participate

1

PhD Scholars (Full time & Part time) across the globe

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Research should be submitted, defended, or awarded during the period between - January 2024 to December 2024

3

Participants should register & submit their research by 15th November 2024

PhD Scholars (Full time & Part time) across the globe

Research should be submitted, defended, or awarded during the period between - January 2024 to December 2024

Participants should register & submit their research by 15th November 2024

CATEGORIES FOR THESIS SUBMISSION

Institute

Sustainable Mobility

  • Sustainable energy
  • Energy and climate
  • Green material
  • Self-healing material
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Money Awarded

Artificial Intelligence

  • AI breakthrough in mathematics
  • Advanced AI algorithms
  • Purpose built models
  • Analytical framework
  • Neuro-symbolic AI
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Ideas

Computing/Neuromorphic Computing

  • Quantum computing
  • Neuromorphic computing
  • Photonic computing
  • Magnonic computing
  • Molecular computing
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Money Awarded

Bioengineering

  • Bioprinting and tissue engineering
  • Biocomputing and cybersecurity
  • Next generation genome sequencing
  • Bio-degradable and edible packaging
  • Cell theraphy
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Money Awarded

Cyber Security/Cryptography

  • Quantum cryptography
  • Biological cryptography
  • Symmetric-key cryptography
  • Trusted heterogeneous network
  • Latest cryptography algorithms
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Money Awarded

Materials - Lightweighting

  • Synthetic material composites for mobility applications
  • Green material
  • Self-healing material
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PRIZES

Award
KPIT Shodh Groundbreaking Research Award

INR 14 Lakh

for Researcher


INR 40 Thousand

for the PhD Guide/Mentor

Award
KPIT Shodh Best Thesis Award

INR 12 Lakh

for Researcher


INR 40 Thousand

for the PhD Guide/Mentor

Timeline

Award categories: You may opt for only one category, either KPIT Shodh Best Thesis Award (Thesis Only) or KPIT Shodh Groundbreaking Research Award (Thesis with Prototype).

Eligibility: The thesis/research work should have been Registered, awarded, defended, or submitted Ph.D. in 2024.

Submission Requirements:

  • A synopsis of your research.
  • Upload your thesis work in a 4-to-6-page document in the form of a transaction paper.
  • A recommendation letter from your academic advisor or guide.
  • If you have selected KPIT Shodh Groundbreaking Research Award, submit video of prototype.
  • The submission should fall in one of the 6 themes.

  • 15-minute presentation of the research work on zoom call to jury panel.
  • We will select top entries for Groundbreaking Research award (Thesis with Prototype) and Best Thesis award (Thesis Only)

Submission Requirements:

  • New Disruptive concept introduced
  • Innovation
  • Depth and Thoroughness
  • Scientific and Technical understanding
  • Publications
  • Potential for immediate commercialization
  • Societal relevance
  • Technical quality
  • Professional quality/ Presentation Quality
  • Networks/collaborations
  • Exhibition and demonstration of prototype
    (Groundbreaking Research award)

  • In person presentation of the Thesis
    (Best Thesis award)

About KPIT

KPIT Technologies is a global partner to the automotive and Mobility ecosystem for making software-defined vehicles a reality. It is a leading independent software development and integration partner helping mobility leapfrog towards a clean, smart, and safe future. With 13000+ automobelievers across the globe specializing in embedded software, AI, and digital solutions, KPIT accelerates its clients’ implementation of next-generation technologies for the future mobility roadmap. With engineering centers in Europe, the USA, Japan, China, Thailand, and India, KPIT works with leaders in automotive and Mobility and is present where the ecosystem is transforming.