IDEAS 4.0

The Innovation Carnival 2026

IDEAS 4.0 is KRMU's flagship annual mega-fest that celebrates innovation, academics, hands-on pedagogy, and cultural vibrancy. Running for its fourth consecutive year, it has established itself as one of the largest student-led innovation festivals in the Delhi-NCR region.

October 27–28, 2026

120 Canopies

K.R. Mangalam University

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Evolution of IDEAS

IDEAS 1.0

Foundation

IDEAS 2.0

Expansion

IDEAS 3.0

120 Canopies

IDEAS 4.0

Current • Mega Fest

Countdown to IDEAS 4.0

Mark your calendars for October 27–28, 2026

Days

Hours

Minutes

Seconds

₹10 Lakh+

Prize Pool

Across 19 events

Competitions

10 Categories

120+

Exhibition Stalls

Innoverse Zone

25,000+

Expected Footfall

Delhi-NCR & Beyond

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Discover IDEAS 4.0

Explore Events & Tracks

Discover 19 flagship competitions across 10 categories, events, and interdisciplinary tracks designed to ignite innovation and creativity.

Flagship

Spotlight Activities

20+ tech-driven hackathons, coding sprints, AI challenges and competitive developer tracks.

Stage & Arts

Cultural Events

Electrifying dance face-offs, live battle of bands, fashion showcases and dramatic theatricals.

Core Pillars & Tracks

IDEAS 4.0 Glance

IDEAS 4.0 is KRMU's flagship mega fest that celebrates innovation, academics, hands-on pedagogy, and cultural vibrancy. The fest brings together over 25,000+ participants from NCR schools, pan-India universities, and startups.

Enhanced Engagement

Connecting school students, universities, and startups through collaborative opportunities.

Talent Recognition

Celebrating student brilliance via competitions, projects, and impactful showcases.

Collaboration

Expanding academia-corporate partnerships and hands-on mentorship ecosystems.

Long-term Impact

Establishing IDEAS as an annual, memorable, and transformative innovation milestone.

Innovation

Creative, sustainable, and technology-driven solutions. Focus on disruption, prototyping, and emerging-tech applications.

Distinctiveness

Original models, methodologies, and practices. Celebrating what sets participants apart from the ordinary.

Extension

Connecting academia with community and industry. Bridging the gap between classroom learning and real-world impact.

Achievements

Highlighting excellence and breakthroughs. Recognising student projects, research, and milestones.

Skill-Based

Hands-on interdisciplinary learning powered by strong industry and sponsor partnerships. Practical over theoretical.

Our Journey

From IDEAS 1.0 to IDEAS 4.0, witness the remarkable evolution of KRMU's flagship innovation festival - transforming dreams into reality and fostering excellence in education, research, and innovation

2023

IDEAS 1.0

The inaugural event featuring 80 canopies and 5,000+ participants

Key Achievements:

✦First inter-university innovation showcase
✦20+ competitions across disciplines
✦3 successful startup incubations

2024

IDEAS 2.0

Held on July 17, 2024 - A year of expansion and refinement with broader participation, new thematic tracks (Agritech, Sustainability, Robotics), and stronger industry-academia collaboration.

Key Achievements:

✦100+ canopy showcases across emerging domains
✦Launch of sustainability & agritech focused clusters
✦Robotics & drone arenas introduced
✦Increased cross-university participation & mentorship engagements

2025

IDEAS 3.0

KRMU's flagship fest celebrating innovation, academics, hands-on pedagogy, and cultural vibrancy with 120 canopies, 28 competitions, and ₹10 lakh prize pool

Key Achievements:

✦25,000+ participants from NCR schools, pan-India universities, and startups
✦Enhanced engagement connecting diverse educational institutions
✦Talent recognition and collaboration opportunities
✦Long-term memorable impact and experience

2026

IDEAS 4.0

Current

KRMU's mega innovation fest returning bigger and bolder with expanded competitions, hackathons, and dynamic showcases celebrating creativity and excellence

Key Achievements:

✦25,000+ expected participants across schools and universities nationwide
✦State-of-the-art innovation tracks, robotics & tech showcases
✦Grand cultural performances and industry-academia networking
✦Substantial prize pool and national recognition

About K.R. Mangalam University (KRMU)

K.R. Mangalam University (KRMU) was established in 2013 in Gurugram, Haryana. It is a NAAC-accredited (Grade A) forward-looking institution dedicated to excellence in education, research, and innovation. The university envisions shaping future leaders, innovators, and changemakers who can contribute meaningfully to society and the nation.

KRMU places strong emphasis on interdisciplinary learning, hands-on pedagogy, and industry-academia collaboration. The university nurtures a vibrant ecosystem that promotes creativity, entrepreneurship, and problem-solving — enabling students to go beyond classrooms and apply knowledge in real-world contexts.

As the proud organiser of IDEAS 4.0, KRMU continues its mission of inspiring innovation, celebrating creativity, and empowering the next generation to transform ideas into impactful outcomes. IDEAS 4.0 is the fourth edition of this flagship annual event.

Quality Education

Rigorous academic programmes built on interdisciplinary, outcome-based frameworks.

Research & Innovation

Fostering original research and applied innovation across disciplines.

Industry Collaboration

Strong partnerships with corporates, startups, and policy bodies.

Global Perspective

International outlook integrated into curriculum and campus culture.

Proud Organizer of IDEAS 4.0

As the proud organiser of IDEAS 4.0, KRMU continues its mission of inspiring innovation, celebrating creativity, and empowering the next generation to transform ideas into impactful outcomes.

Zones & Key Highlights

4.1 AI Arena

The AI Arena is the technology and competition hub of IDEAS 4.0. It hosts 19 curated competitions spanning robotics, AI, coding, and skill-based challenges. It is the primary venue for power-packed, high-energy contests where participants compete for a share of the ₹10 Lakh+ prize pool.

Number of Competitions: 19 (across 10 categories)

Focus Areas: Robotics, AI/ML, Drone Tech, Coding, General Knowledge

Flagship AI Arena Events: Robo War, Drone Race, Robots Race, Drone Obstacle Crossing, Gaming Arena, One Day Hackathon

Prize Opportunities: Significant prizes per event; total pool ₹10 Lakh+

4.2 Innoverse

Innoverse is the exhibition and showcase zone — a marketplace of ideas, startups, and innovation. It is the largest physical zone of the event, bringing together student projects, startup demonstrations, tech products, and talent displays under one roof.

Exhibition Stalls: 120+ canopies

Exhibitors: Startups, tech companies, student project teams, and individual innovators

Purpose: Peer learning, networking, industry exposure, and startup discovery

4.3 Workshops & Masterclasses

SEMCE – School of Emerging Media & Creator EconomyTechnicalSOLO / TEAM

ReelBaaz (30s Reel Making)

A short-form content challenge where participants create and upload a 30–60 second Instagram reel on the given theme. Entries are judged on creativity, originality, storytelling and adherence to submission guidelines and community standards.

10:30 AM - 12:00 PM (School) | 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (University)

C113 (SEMCE Studio)

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Explore All Events Flagship Spotlight Activities

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to what participants ask most — registration, categories, team formation, schedule, and event guidelines.

IDEAS 4.0 will be held on October 27–28, 2026, at the K.R. Mangalam University Campus, Sohna Road, Gurugram, Delhi-NCR, Haryana. Entry begins at 9:15 AM on both days.

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Join the IDEAS revolution at K.R. Mangalam University. Connect with us to learn more about upcoming events, registration, or collaboration opportunities.

Visit Us

Sohna Road, Gurugram, Delhi-NCR, Haryana

Email Us

ideas@krmangalam.edu.in

Call Us

Landline: 0124-2867800Helpline: 8448184864 | 8192888444

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