Computer Engineering

Interface, the branch chapter of Computer Engineering, serves as a vibrant hub for students, bringing together a community passionate about technology, innovation, and learning. It offers a unique platform for students to connect with peers, faculty, and industry experts, fostering an environment of collaboration and mutual growth.

Whether through coding challenges, gaming contests, or open-stage performances, the branch chapter bridges the gap between academia and industry, helping students stay updated with the latest trends and technologies. It also allows students to unwind, recharge, and build lasting friendships, making their academic journey both productive and enjoyable.

By being part of this chapter, students gain access to a network that encourages interaction beyond the classroom. The events conducted by Interface, led by experienced faculty and industry professionals, expose students to real-world problem-solving, teamwork, and leadership, all while creating a supportive environment to share knowledge and experiences.

Event 1 — StageCraft 2026

StageCraft is INTERFACE's premier open-stage talent competition, designed to celebrate the diverse artistic abilities of the student community. The event provides a platform for performers to showcase their skills in dance, singing, drama, stand-up comedy, and other creative disciplines. Beyond technical achievement, StageCraft aims to build confidence, encourage expression, and bring a sense of celebration to campus life.

Date: 3 April 2026  •  Venue: 114BN Hall NCT  •  Participants: 40+  •  Format: Open-Stage Talent Competition (Individual / Group)

• Provide a creative outlet and platform for students to showcase performing arts talent.
• Foster campus cultural engagement and community spirit.
• Build confidence, stage presence, and communication skills among participants.
• Celebrate interdisciplinary talents beyond the technical domain.

• Live performances across multiple art forms — dance, singing, drama, instrumental music.
• Energetic audience participation and applause-based appreciation.
• Special recognition for standout performances by a panel of faculty judges.
• Interactive backstage management and production experience for volunteers.

StageCraft provided 40+ students with an opportunity to express themselves creatively, reducing academic stress and building a more holistic campus environment. The event strengthened bonds between students across batches and departments, reinforcing INTERFACE's role as a community-driven chapter.

Coordinator(s), Diksha Singh — 6397245239, Ayush Chhetri — 78189 10379  |  Co-Coordinator(s), Anshika Varshney — 7668389404, Shivansh Bisht — 95281 48846

Event 2 — Battle-O-Drome 2026

Battle-O-Drome is INTERFACE's high-energy e-sports tournament that brings the competitive gaming community to the forefront of campus culture. The event featured three thrilling gaming titles — FIFA (Football simulation), Free Fire (Battle Royale), and BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) — attracting gaming enthusiasts from across the department. With cash prizes and hampers on offer, the event created an electrifying competitive atmosphere.

Date & Time: 4th April 2026, 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM  •  Venue: Department of Computer Engineering  •  Participants: 25+  •  Format: Team & Individual (E-Sports Tournament)  •  Prize: Cash & Crazy Hampers

• FIFA - Football simulation game; individual/team matches showcasing sportsmanship.
• Free Fire - Battle royale shooter emphasising quick thinking and team strategy.
• BGMI (Battlegrounds Mobile India) - Mobile battle royale encouraging collaboration and tactical gameplay.

• Promote strategic thinking and teamwork through competitive gaming.
• Create a fun, stress-relieving environment to complement academic pressures.
• Build an inclusive gaming community within the department.
• Recognise and reward gaming talent with tangible incentives.

Battle-O-Drome successfully attracted 25+ participants and created a lively, engaging atmosphere in the Computer Engineering department. The event celebrated gaming as a legitimate competitive skill and helped students form new connections and friendships across batches. The cash prizes and hampers added an exciting competitive dimension that motivated high participation.

Coordinator(s), Rujula Singh — +91 7017683971, Priyam Joshi — +91 76681 12875  |  Co-Coordinator(s), Akshita Verma — +91 7454823769, Kuldeep Singh — +91 70888 41687

Event 3 — Code Connoisseur 2026

Code Connoisseur, themed "Where Logic Meets Victory", is INTERFACE's flagship competitive coding contest for 2026. The event challenged students to demonstrate problem-solving prowess, algorithmic thinking, and coding efficiency under timed conditions. With 50+ participants, it stands as the highest-participation event of the April 2026 series, reflecting the strong coding culture within the Computer Engineering department.

Date: 3 April 2026  •  Venue: Computer Engineering Department  •  Participants: 50+  •  Format: Individual Competitive Coding  •  Tagline: "Where Logic Meets Victory"

• Data Structures — Arrays, Linked Lists, Trees, Graphs, Heaps.
• Algorithms — Sorting, Searching, Dynamic Programming, Greedy techniques.
• Problem-Solving — Analytical thinking, edge-case handling, optimised code writing.
• Competitive Programming — Time-bound execution under real contest conditions.

• Enhance students' competitive programming skills and interview readiness.
• Foster a culture of algorithmic thinking and code quality.
• Identify and encourage top coders within the department for national-level contests.
• Prepare students for coding rounds in campus placements and tech company interviews.

Code Connoisseur 2026 attracted 50+ participants — the largest participation of all April 2026 INTERFACE events — reflecting the department's strong enthusiasm for competitive coding. The event provided hands-on practice in problem-solving under pressure and served as excellent preparation for placement coding rounds and national competitive programming platforms.

Coordinator(s), Shubhrat Shailwal — +91 63961 41449, Riya Choudhary — +91 84758 35776  |  Co-Coordinator(s), Anurag Chauhan — +91 78198 34107, Divya Sharma — +91 94105 76650

Future Aims of INTERFACE

The industry is experiencing rapid advancements in areas such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, blockchain, quantum computing, and cybersecurity. To remain at the forefront of innovation, the branch chapter will focus on integrating these technologies into its curriculum and events. Organizing workshops, hackathons, and seminars on cutting-edge topics will equip students with the necessary skills to thrive in the future job market.

The success of any branch chapter lies in its ability to organise and execute events that engage and benefit its members. Effective event management — through structured planning, clear delegation, and leveraging digital tools for registration and communication — ensures that students gain maximum value from every event conducted.

One of the primary goals of the branch chapter is to foster continuous learning and skill development among its members. Workshops, technical bootcamps, and hands-on coding sessions form the backbone of this initiative. Beyond technical expertise, the chapter focuses on enhancing soft skills equally important in today's job market.

In an increasingly interconnected world, global collaboration is becoming a vital skill. The branch chapter can facilitate international collaborations, allowing students to work on global projects or participate in exchange programs with partner universities. Cross-border hackathons and joint research projects will expose students to diverse perspectives and global trends.

As the world becomes more conscious of sustainability and ethics in technology, the chapter can play a leading role in promoting responsible tech development. Events focusing on green computing, ethical AI, and data privacy can help students understand the importance of creating technology that benefits society and minimises environmental impact.

Executive Members of INTERFACE

• Shubhrat Shailwal
• Riya Chaudhary
• Akshat Kumar Singh Jina
• Diksha Singh
• Niharika Pandey
• Ayush Chhetri
• Nitin Rawat
• Nandini Rana
• Rujula Singh
• Manish Mehra
• Anushka Katariya
• Priyam Joshi
• Aaditya Kapurvan

• Akshita Verma
• Anmol Deewan
• Ansh Mani Tiwari
• Anshika Varshney
• Anurag Chauhan
• Arunima Joshi
• Divya Sharma
• Krishna Gupta
• Kuldeep Singh
• Rippen Jot Kaur
• Shivansh Bisht
• Siddharth Raj Porwal

विश्वविद्यालय के प्रौद्योगिकी महाविद्यालय स्थित संगणक अभियंत्रण विभाग में बीआईएस स्टूडेन्ट चैप्टर “BIS Standards on Computers and Networks” विषय पर एक क्विज प्रतियोगिता का सफल आयोजन 18 मार्च 2026 को किया गया। इस प्रतियोगिता में लगभग 100 छात्रों ने उत्साहपूर्वक भाग लिया। जिसका मुख्य उद्देश्य छात्रों को कम्प्यूटर्स एण्ड नेटवर्क्स के मानकीकरण एवं गुणवत्ता से संबंधित बीआईएस मानकों के प्रति जागरूक करना था। प्रतियोगिता में उत्कृष्ट प्रदर्शन करने वाले प्रतिभागियों को नकद पुरस्कार प्रदान किये गये। पुरस्कार वितरण समारोह के मुख्य अतिथि प्रौद्योगिकी महाविद्यालय के अधिष्ठाता, डा0 एस-एस- गुप्ता रहे। इस अवसर पर डा0 लोकेश वार्ष्णेय, अधिष्ठाता, पोस्ट ग्रेजुऐट स्टडीज़, डा0 एस-डी- सामन्तराय, प्राध्यापक एवं विभागाध्यक्ष, डा0 राजीव सिंह, बीआईएस मेंटर, प्रो0 भूपेश कुमार सिंह, प्रो0 जलज शर्मा तथा डा0 सी-एस- नेगी, सह-प्राध्यापक, संगणक अभियंत्रण विभाग उपस्थित रहे।

UDBHAV 2025 is Uttarakhand’s flagship Artificial Intelligence (AI) idea pitch competition conducted under the Uttarakhand AI Mission (UKAIM). The initiative aims to encourage innovation, promote AI-based solutions, and provide students a platform to present their visionary concepts at a state level.

Our College, Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture & Technology Pantnagar, College of Technology conducted the Level–1 Round of UDBHAV 2025 from 13 to 15 November 2025. The competition consisted of idea submission, presentation rounds, and final evaluation. Selected teams further proceeded to participate in Level–2 at University of Petroleum and Energy Studies (UPES), Dehradun.

The event commenced at 10:00 AM with the registration of participating teams at the Multipurpose Building of the College of Technology. Teams were required to provide their:

• Team Name
• Team Leader Name
• Team Members
• Proposed AI Idea Title

A total of __21_ teams registered for the event.

After registration, all teams assembled in the hall and interacted with each other, faculty coordinators, and volunteers. A positive and enthusiastic environment was observed among all participants.

The inaugural session began with a welcome address by Dr. S. D. Samantaray(Head of Computer Engineering Department), who briefed the participants about:

• The objectives of UDBHAV 2025
• Competition guidelines
• Idea presentation rules
• Evaluation criteria
• Schedule for the next two days

The evaluation round was held in the Electronics and Communication Engineering Department’s Seminar Hall from 13:00 PM onward.

The invited judges for the Level-1 assessment were:

• Dr. S. D. Samantaray
• Dr. Sanjay Mathur
• Dr. Sudha Arora

Each team presented their proposed AI-based solutions through PowerPoint presentations followed by a question–answer interaction with the judges.

A total of _10_ teams presented their ideas. Teams were evaluated based on:

• Originality of Idea
• Technical Feasibility
• Relevance to AI Applications
• Problem Understanding and Solution Design
• Pitching Quality & Clarity of Presentation

The detail of final 10 teams participated for presentation and pitching are following:

The final evaluation was conducted to shortlist the best-performing team for participation in the Level–2 Round at UPES University, Dehradun.

Selected Team: Fusion 4  •  Team Leader: Akshita Verma

Team Members: Anshika Goyal, Kavya Upadhyay, Anurag Kushwaha

Idea Title: “Kaushal Setu”: AI-backed WhatsApp integrated chatbot for empowering rural livelihoods of Uttarakhand.

The selected team was formally announced and congratulated.

The selected team departed from Pantnagar on 23 November 2025 and reached Dehradun on the same day. Students utilized the travel time for revision and practice of their pitch.

The Level–2 round commenced at 11:00 AM at UPES, Dehradun. Teams from various districts of Uttarakhand participated. The registration process of the event started there from 9:00 am for the teams and their respective SPOC.

• Opening ceremony
• Address by UKAIM officials
• Technical briefings
• Idea presentation sessions
• Certificate Distribution for participation

The UDBHAV 2025 competition provided students with exposure to AI-based innovation, problem-solving methodologies, and state-level competitive platforms. The event strengthened students' presentation skills, teamwork, and analytical thinking abilities.

The Department acknowledges the support of the Uttarakhand AI Mission (UKAIM), faculty members, student coordinators, and all participating teams for making the event a successful academic endeavor.

Department of Computer Engineering organized an expert talk on Industry 4.0 & Student’s Career on 30.03.2024 by Mr. Rajesh Pahadi, Head of Operations, Innovations, iFactory & Digital Transformation projects at center for Industry 4.0 (SAMARTH Udyog Technology Forum) under the aegis of Ministry of Heavy Industries.