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Induction Programme 2026–27

The Students’ Induction Programme 2026–27 for newly admitted engineering students was inaugurated on 3 August 2026 at Srishti Auditorium, organised by the First-Year Department. The programme welcomed students and introduced them to the institution’s academic environment, values, and opportunities. Eminent dignitaries addressed the students, emphasising discipline, responsibility, academic excellence, professional readiness, human values, and continuous learning. The programme featured sessions on Rajyoga meditation, life skills, communication, leadership, self-defence, creativity, sports, teamwork, innovation, and personal development. Interactive activities, quizzes, skits, workshops, and motivational sessions encouraged confidence, critical thinking, collaboration, curiosity, and resilience, providing students with a positive and enriching beginning to their engineering journey.

VISTA 2026: Kickstarting Research, Innovation and Career Success

Department of CSE (AI & ML) organized VISTA 2026 on 3rd August 2026 for the fifth semester students with the objective of introducing them to the diverse academic, research, and professional opportunities available throughout their engineering journey.
The programme featured informative sessions by faculty members on IEEE student membership, AICTE 100 Points Activity, MOOC certifications, Overleaf for research writing, Responsible AI, Research Grants and Funding, Honours/Minors Degree, and the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. The sessions provided students with valuable insights into research, innovation, skill development, and career planning, encouraging them to actively participate in academic and professional initiatives.

CSE (AI & ML) Organizes Code Sprint 2026: A 24-Hour Hackathon

The Department of CSE (AI & ML) organized Code Sprint 2026, a 24-hour hackathon, to foster innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving skills among V Semester students. The hackathon commenced on 3rd August 2026 at 1:00 PM, where students formed teams of four and were presented with real-world problem statements focused on developing digital solutions for departmental needs. The themes included applications such as Mentor–Mentee Management Systems, Event Participation Tracking Systems, and other solutions aimed at improving academic and administrative processes within the department.
The project demonstrations and evaluations were held on 4thAugust 2026 from 2:00 PM onwards. In a unique peer-learning initiative, the projects were evaluated by VII Semester CSE (AI & ML) students, while faculty members coordinated the event, facilitated the evaluation process, and provided guidance throughout the hackathon.
A total of 46 teams participated in the event, out of which 12 teams were shortlisted for the final round based on innovation, technical implementation, functionality, and presentation. The hackathon provided students with an excellent platform to transform ideas into practical solutions while encouraging creativity, collaboration, and experiential learning.

IEEE MSS organizes Industry Visit to Sahyadri Group of Industries for Student Members

The IEEE Mangalore Subsection (MSS) successfully organized an Industry Visit to the Sahyadri Group of Industries at Sahyadri Campus, bringing together 55 IEEE student members from 10 engineering colleges across the region. The visit was organized under the aegis of the IEEE MSS Industry Relations Committee (IRC) and Student Activities Committee (SAC) with the objective of exposing students to real-world industrial practices, innovation, and entrepreneurship.
The program commenced with a prelude and welcome address by Dr. Mustafa Basthikodi, Professor and Head, Department of Computer Science & Engineering, who is also IRC Chair of MSS, who warmly welcomed the participants and emphasized the importance of industry exposure in shaping future engineers. He encouraged the students to make the most of the opportunity by interacting with experts and gaining practical insights beyond the classroom.
Dr. Venugopal P. S., Chair, IEEE Mangalore Subsection, addressed the gathering and conveyed a message on behalf of the IEEE MSS. He highlighted IEEE's commitment to nurturing technical excellence, professional networking, leadership, and lifelong learning among students and professionals.
Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, welcomed the participants and spoke about the unique industry-oriented culture at Sahyadri, emphasizing the institution's focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, research, and strong industry-academia collaboration that prepares students for global careers.
Dr. Shamanth Rai, Dean (Academics), presented an overview of Sahyadri College, highlighting its academic excellence, research initiatives, centres of excellence, industry partnerships, startup ecosystem, and achievements that have positioned the institution among the leading engineering colleges in the region.Following the inaugural session, the participants visited various units of the Sahyadri Group of Industries, where they interacted with industry professionals and explored ongoing projects in software development, product innovation, and startup ventures. The visit provided valuable insights into industrial workflows, product development cycles, emerging technologies, and career opportunities.
The event concluded with a vote of thanks by Dr. Gurusiddayya Hiremath, Treasurer, IEEE Mangalore Subsection, who expressed gratitude to the management of Sahyadri College, the speakers, faculty coordinators, volunteers, and all participating institutions for making the event a grand success.The program was also graced by the presence of Dr. Jennifer Saldanha, Chair -SAC, along with IEEE MSS Executive Committee members Prof. Manju Kiran and Prof. Vinayak, who actively interacted with the participants throughout the event.
The industry visit served as an excellent platform for students to connect with professionals, understand industrial expectations, and witness the seamless integration of education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship at Sahyadri. Participants appreciated the initiative and described it as an enriching and inspiring learning experience.

Broadening Horizons: ECE Students Explore Global Higher Education Opportunities

As part of commitment to preparing students for global careers, theDept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) organized an educational visit for 10 ECE students to the IDP Education Office, Mangaluru, on 4 August 2026.
The interactive session provided valuable insights into postgraduate education opportunities in Australia, covering university selection, admission requirements, eligibility criteria, scholarships, financial planning, and career prospects. Students also learned about academic pathways offered by leading Australian universities, including Adelaide University, Macquarie University, RMIT University, and the University of Technology Sydney (UTS).
The visit enabled students to interact directly with overseas education counsellors, helping them better understand the application process and explore specialization opportunities in Electronics, Communication, Embedded Systems, Information Technology, and other interdisciplinary engineering fields.

ISE Dept. conducts workshop sessions on UML Designing and Agentic AI

Dept. of ISE organised a workshop on "Concept to Code: Modern Software Design with UML and Architectural Thinking" for the 7th semester ISE students. Dr. Prakhyath Rai, Principal Data Scientist, EG India, was the resource person for the session.
Dr. Prakhyath Rai briefed about his career prospects, both as a faculty member and in industry, highlighting the role played by Sahyadri in shaping him. Dr. Rai emphasised the importance of having a bug-free design and its impact on the software development, deployment and maintenance. The participants were provided with practical insights into UML-based system design. Dr. Rai illustrated the design diagrams of a few live projects that he had personally presided over in the industry to date.
Further, in order to upskill the students in the emerging concepts in Agentic AI Development, the Department of ISE conducted a hands-on session titled "Agentic Development – from Prompt to Production". Dr. Rai briefed about the impacts caused by the AI agents in the IT sector. A walkaround of using Claude and its variants, such as Opus, Sonnet and Haiku, was demonstrated. The session was engaged with a few hands-on projects. Around 60 students from the Innovex Student Developer Community (ISDC) participated in the workshop.
Dr. Vasudeva Rao P V, Project Coordinator (ISE) & Asst. Dean (IQAC) coordinated both the sessions. Dr. Rithesh Pakkala, HoD (ISE) and Dr. Shamantha Rai B., Dean (Academics) were present during the sessions.

IEEE Student Branch Organizes Session on “Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities & Challenges”

The IEEE Student Branch of Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, Mangaluru, organized an orientation session on "Artificial Intelligence: Opportunities & Challenges" on August 8, 2026, at MBA 202. The Programme commenced with an inaugural address by Shravan from the Department of Information Science & Engineering, who welcomed the gathering. Saishree from the Department of Information Science & Engineering then introduced Girls Geek 2026, highlighting the initiative and its opportunities for female students in technology. Dr. Gurusiddayya Hiremath, IEEE SAC Counselor and Branch Head, along with IEEE WIE Chairperson Prof. Shwetha S Shetty, spoke about the scope of IEEE, student benefits, scholarships, and upcoming technical events. This was followed by an address by Prof. Sharathchandra N. R. from the Department of AI & ML, who shared further insights on academic and technical development with the participants.
The keynote session was delivered by Mr. Nihal, Research Scientist at Sahynex Innovations, who offered students a practical perspective on the rapidly evolving landscape of Artificial Intelligence. The session moved beyond commonly discussed AI trends to explain how modern AI systems work and how their capabilities are shaping the future of technology. Concepts such as tokens, embeddings, Transformers, attention mechanisms, fine-tuning of LLMs, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), open-weight models, local LLMs, and AI agents were discussed in the context of their practical applications. He also highlighted emerging roles such as Forward Deployed Engineer, Prompt & Evaluation Engineer, and AI Safety & Alignment Researcher, encouraging students to update their understanding of AI and actively explore its growing possibilities.
Overall, the Programme helped students develop a clearer understanding of the capabilities and limitations of modern AI, while encouraging them to move beyond simply using AI tools and explore how they can build, experiment, and adapt to emerging opportunities in the field.

Placements and Training:

Manvith Kumar Bags ₹39.5 LPA at Hitachi Japan

We are proud to announce that Manvith Kumar Ullal from the Department of Artificial Intelligence & Machine Learning (AIML) has secured a prestigious international placement with Hitachi KE Systems, Japan, as a System Engineer, with an impressive annual package of ₹39.5 LPA.

Aman Bangera Secures ₹37.54 LPA at Tokai Rika, Japan

Aman Bangera from the Electronics & Communication Engineering Department has been placed with Tokai Rika, Japan as a System Engineer with an impressive package of ₹37.54 LPA.

Sahyadri Files Indian Patent for ‘AI-Powered Wearable Navigation Device for Visually Impaired’

Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, Mangaluru, from department of CSE ( Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) continues to strengthen its research and innovation ecosystem with the successful filing of an Indian patent application for an assistive technology titled "AI-Powered Wearable Navigation Device for Visually Impaired Persons." The patent application (Application No. 202641093105) was filed before the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Government of India, on 31 July 2026.
The invention is an intelligent wearable system that employs artificial intelligence to detect obstacles, identify surrounding environmental conditions, and provide real-time navigation assistance to visually impaired individuals. The device is designed to enhance safety, improve mobility, and promote independent living by offering reliable navigation support in both indoor and outdoor environments. The invention was developed by Mr. Sharathchandra N R, Mohammad Anzil Parveez, Sujan Kumar Shetty, Rahil Ibrahim K, Rakshith Rao, and Dr. Gurusiddayya Hiremath, demonstrating the institution's focus on interdisciplinary research and socially relevant innovation.
Following the successful filing, the Patent Office informed the applicants of their eligibility to seek international patent protection under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) within 12 months from the Indian filing date, enabling the possibility of extending patent protection across multiple countries.
The inventors express their sincere gratitude to the Management of Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management for extending financial support towards the patent filing process. They also acknowledge the constant encouragement and guidance of Dr. S. S. Injaganeri, Principal, Dr. Manjappa S., Director – Research & Development (R&D), and Dr. Ajith B. S., Dean – Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), whose invaluable support and dedicated efforts contributed significantly to the successful filing of the patent application.

Sahyadri Files Indian Patent for Smart Glove Communication for Deaf and Mute Individuals

Sahyadri College of Engineering & Management, Mangaluru, from the department of CSE (AI & ML) has achieved another milestone in research and innovation with the successful filing of an Indian patent application for an assistive technology titled "Smart Glove for Deaf and Mute Communication." The patent application (Application No. 202641093100) was filed before the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks (CGPDTM), Government of India, on 31 July 2026.
The innovative smart glove is an intelligent wearable device designed to translate sign language gestures into speech or text, enabling seamless communication between individuals with hearing and speech impairments and the wider community. The technology aims to bridge communication barriers and promote greater social inclusion through the effective use of embedded systems and intelligent sensing technologies.
The invention was developed by Shreyas K, Ashith H Gowda, Harshith M M, Sujith Kumar, Mr. Sharathchandra N R, and Mrs. Rajeshwari R Shettigar, reflecting the collaborative efforts of faculty members and students towards developing impactful technological solutions. Following the successful filing, the Patent Office informed the applicants of their eligibility to seek international patent protection under the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) within 12 months from the Indian filing date, opening opportunities for global patent protection.

Dept of CSE organized ‘INNOVATION SHOWCASE: PROJECT DEMO DAY

Dept. of Computer Science & Engineering, organized “INNOVATION SHOWCASE: PROJECT DEMO DAY” on 8th August, 2026 for final year students. The event served as a vibrant platform for students to showcase their innovative project ideas and working prototypes, demonstrating creativity, technical expertise, problem-solving ability, and practical implementation skills.
The event was graced by Mr. Raghavendra Shetty, CEO & MD, RDL Technologies Pvt. Ltd., as the Guest of Honour. He interacted with the students, evaluated their project demonstrations, and provided valuable industry insights, observations, and constructive feedback, encouraging them to further enhance the technical quality and practical relevance of their innovations.
Students confidently presented their prototypes and project solutions, explaining the objectives, working methodology, technologies used, and potential applications to the guest and faculty members. The interactive atmosphere encouraged knowledge sharing, technical discussions, and collaborative learning among the participants. The showcase motivated students to develop real-world, technology-driven solutions and strengthened their confidence in presenting and demonstrating their innovations.

Orientation Session for the newly admitted ECE students of the Academic Year 2026–27

The Dept. of Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE), welcomed its newly admitted students through the Semester Orientation Session for the Academic Year 2026–27. The session was led by Dr. Anush Bekal, Professor & Head, Department of ECE, who introduced the fresh batch to the department's vision, culture, academic roadmap, and the exciting opportunities that await them over the next four years.
The orientation offered students a glimpse into what makes ECE unique:
• Student-Centric Learning through peer mentoring, advanced laboratories, project-based education, and hands-on learning.
• Holistic Development with leadership opportunities, multidisciplinary projects, technical and cultural events, and international exposure.
• Experiential Learning through industry internships, defenceresearch opportunities, immersive industrial visits, and real-world engineering experiences.
• Industry-Ready Skill Development with semiconductor training, RISC-V initiatives, professional certifications, cutting-edge design tools, and GATE preparation.

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Sat Aug 08 2026