{"id":116602,"date":"2026-10-22T10:20:57","date_gmt":"2026-10-22T10:20:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wp.krmangalam.edu.in\/blog\/?p=116602"},"modified":"2026-10-22T10:26:35","modified_gmt":"2026-10-22T10:26:35","slug":"ideas-4-0-at-krmu","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wp.krmangalam.edu.in\/blog\/ideas-4-0-at-krmu\/","title":{"rendered":"IDEAS 4.0 KRMU: Dates, Registration, AI Arena &#038; Prize Pool"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">College life is more than attending lectures, completing assignments, enjoying time at the cafeteria and appearing for examinations. It is meant to be enjoyed, but in a meaningful way, so students can discover themselves, explore new interests, build connections and gain skills that shape their future. Some events are once-in-a-lifetime moments that bring people together, where students from different backgrounds get to experience so much in one place. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.krmangalam.edu.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">K.R. Mangalam University\u2019s<\/a> flagship event, IDEAS 4.0, is one such event, bringing together innovation, competition and culture on one stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">K.R. Mangalam University (KRMU), Gurugram, is hosting IDEAS 4.0, its annual carnival, on 27-28 October 2026. The event brings innovation, technology, academics and culture together on one platform. With 25+ competitions, 120+ exhibition stalls and a prize pool of over \u20b910 lakh, the festival gives students a chance to explore their interests beyond the classroom.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Whether students love coding, robotics, entrepreneurship, design, public speaking or cultural performances, there is something for everyone to discover in one place.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What is IDEAS 4.0?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IDEAS 4.0 at KRMU is the fourth edition of the university\u2019s flagship innovation carnival.<\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> IDEAS stands for Innovation, Distinctiveness, Extension, Achievements and Skill-Based Learning.<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> The event is held every year to encourage creativity, hands-on learning, teamwork and the exchange of ideas among students, universities and startups.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The festival has grown with each edition, from IDEAS 1.0 in 2023 to IDEAS 2.0 in 2024 and IDEAS 3.0 in 2025. Every edition has strengthened its focus on innovation, student participation and interdisciplinary learning. The 2026 edition brings together technology-driven competitions, the AI Arena, the Innoverse exhibition zone and expert-led workshops and masterclasses.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Participants can explore different fields, showcase their skills and connect with people who share their interests. For students, the experience goes beyond winning a competition. It is about gaining knowledge and skills they can apply in the real world.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>IDEAS 4.0 Date and Venue<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you are planning to participate in IDEAS 4.0, you must keep the following details in mind:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Event Date:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 27\u201328 October 2026<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Venue:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> K.R. Mangalam University, Sohna Road, Gurugram, Haryana<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Prize Pool:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> More than \u20b910 lakh<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Competitions:<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> 25+ competitions across multiple categories<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IDEAS 4.0 is expected to welcome over 25,000 participants, including school and university students from Delhi-NCR and across India, as well as startups and innovators.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.krmangalam.edu.in\/blog\/evaluating-robotics-as-a-career-domain\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Evaluating Robotics As A Career Domain<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>What Makes IDEAS 4.0 Special?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">What sets IDEAS 4.0 apart is how it brings technology, creativity, academics and entertainment together under one roof. Instead of limiting students to a single subject or activity, it gives people with different interests a space to learn and work together. Practical learning meets friendly competition at every turn.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A student who loves technology can code, build and battle robots, or take on AI challenges in the AI Arena. Those drawn to culture and design can try creative activities and stage performances. Students with an entrepreneurial streak can pitch business ideas, explore startup stalls and learn from industry experts.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The carnival also features Innoverse, a large exhibition zone where student teams, startups and innovators showcase their products and ideas side by side. Walking through it, visitors see how different people approach the same problems and arrive at very different solutions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The idea behind IDEAS 4.0 is simple: learning works best when it is hands-on. When students get the chance to experiment, create, share and work in teams, what they learn stays with them.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>What Can You Explore at IDEAS 4.0?<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You can explore different themes at <a href=\"https:\/\/ideas.krmangalam.edu.in\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">IDEAS 4.0<\/a>, including the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Robotics &amp; AI Challenges<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The tech-savvy students who are keen to explore coding and technology can opt for this event. There\u2019s artificial intelligence, drone technology, and coding-based exercises. Featured competitions include Robo War, Robots Race, Drone Race and more.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>One Day Hackathon<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The one-day hackathon is based on the concept of developing solutions within a limited time. The participants have to work on a problem and are required to use their knowledge and skills to find the solutions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>IDEATHON<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It focuses on generating and developing ideas to find a solution to a particular problem instead of creating and concentrating mainly on building one software product. Participants usually begin by identifying a need and proposing a solution.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Innoverse: The Exhibition Zone<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, it is an exhibition and showcase area of the festival. It focuses on student projects, startup demonstrations, tech products &amp; services, and exchange of ideas. Visitors can find all of these activities in more than 120 canopies.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Academic and Creative Activities<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The event also includes activities that encourage communication, critical thinking, learning and development, as well as design and creativity. The best example of these activities includes debate competitions, creative textile activities, soap carving, and also short-form reel making.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Cultural Events<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The cultural events bring different kinds of vibes to the event, along with some lights and sparkles. The activities include dance competitions, stage performances, and others that give students a stage to express themselves.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IDEAS 4.0 Prize Pool: What Can Participants Win?<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The total prize pool for IDEAS 4.0 is \u20b910 lakh+, distributed across its competitions. It gives participants extra motivation to prepare well and put their skills to the test. However, the overall pool is not the prize for any single competition. The amount awarded to winners varies by event and is set by each competition\u2019s rules.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Also Read: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.krmangalam.edu.in\/blog\/game-design-courses\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Game Design Courses: Learn to Build Games from Scratch<\/a><\/p>\n<h2>Spotlight Activities<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here is a list of spotlight activities available at IDEAS 4.0:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Crime Scene Investigation Game<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crime Scene Investigation Game is a simulated investigation in which participants search for and document evidence, prepare crime scene sketches, analyse clues and witness statements, and build criminal profiles to identify the culprit.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Robots Race<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A robotic sprint built on purpose to feature turns, straight runs, obstacles, and ramps. The robots are supposed to follow the track without skipping the check points. The participants will be evaluated on the basis of speed, design, navigation, and technical complexity.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>RoboWar (AI Arena)<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Robo War is a high-energy robotics gaming arena where student-built robots compete head-to-head in Sumo Battle, Robo Soccer and Task Arena challenges. Participants design, program and control their machines to outmanoeuvre opponents through strength, strategy and agility.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>React to the Situation<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A one-minute spontaneous speech challenge based on legal and ethical dilemmas, covering cybercrime, equality and professional ethics. Participants must think and respond on the spot, building quick thinking, legal reasoning, confidence and responsible citizenship.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Button Masala<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sounds fancy, no? A zero-waste fashion technique that uses buttons and elastic bands to shape garments without cutting or stitching. Through a hands-on workshop-to-contest format, participants explore innovation, sustainability and original design thinking.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Imprint: Art of Hand Block Printing<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A hands-on introduction to traditional hand block printing, covering block design, colour preparation and fabric selection. Participants create their own textile designs while exploring Indian textile heritage through a blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Soap Carving: The Carved Expression<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The activity is as exciting as it sounds, turning your regular soap into something beautiful. This is a creative art of changing ordinary soap bars into a detailed sculpture. Participants are free to carve anything they imagine, showcasing creativity, patience and precision.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Debate Competition<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A two-day debate with a fresh motion each day. Participants compete as For Speaker, Against Speaker or Interjector, developing argumentation, questioning, rebuttal, communication and critical-thinking skills.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>ReelBaaz<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, it is a content creation challenge where students have to create short-form video bytes or reels of 30 to 60 seconds on the given theme. Entries are judged on creativity, originality and storytelling, and must follow the submission guidelines and community standards.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Group Dance<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Three to eight students participate together for a group dance; hip-hop, fusion and many more genres are welcome.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Debate Competition<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Students participate in a two-day debate competition, with each day starting fresh; they must argue both for and against the speaker, developing their communication skills and critical thinking along the way.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Science and Puzzle on the AI theme<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An AI-themed science quiz and puzzle challenge held in multiple rounds. The first two rounds are team-based and the final round is individual, sharpening scientific awareness and problem-solving.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Poster\/Collage Making Competition<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s a visual competition of visual arts which encourages participants to depict cyber law and digital safety themes such as online frauds, data privacy, cyber crimes, and social media\u2019s impact on the youth through an original collage or poster.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Drone Race (AI Arena)<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It is a competition where manual or remote-controlled drones have to navigate a market obstacle course of hoops and zigzag poles. Drones are judged on the basis of compactness, efficiency, and design as well as precision; the fastest one to reach the destination wins.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>AgriTech (AI Smart Farming)<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A farming innovation competition where students design and present models using IoT, sensors, drones, automation, AI-based precision agriculture and smart irrigation. The event highlights technology-driven solutions that improve productivity, sustainability and profitability for farmers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Zero Waste Innovation<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A team competition that encourages original and ethical solutions for waste reduction, recycling, reuse and sustainability. Teams present prototypes that address real-world challenges, followed by a short Q&amp;A with the judges.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Tech Treasure Hunt<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">As the name suggests, it is a treasure hunt where the students or participants are required to solve puzzles and riddles across checkpoints to locate a hidden treasure. The event develops teamwork, problem-solving, logical thinking, and observation skills in a fast-paced technology-themed challenge.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Duet Dance<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A couple or pairs take the stage to showcase their dancing skills, rhythm, coordination, and creative expression through the medium of dance. Performances will be judged on choreography, energy, synchronisation and overall stage presence.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>One Day Hackathon<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">An innovation challenge for school students to turn creative ideas into working solutions using AI, machine learning, generative AI, robotics and IoT. It begins with an online ideation round, followed by an offline demonstration in the AI Arena.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3>Robo Soccer<\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A robotic football match where two teams of robots compete to score goals. Each team fields 3-5 robots, one of which acts as goalkeeper. Robots must meet safety requirements for battery, voltage and infrared emissions, and matches are held under supervision.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>IDEAS 4.0 Registration<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The value of IDEAS 4.0 goes beyond the activities scheduled over two days. It gives students a chance to try something unfamiliar and discover where their strengths lie.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Registering is simple: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/ideas.krmangalam.edu.in\/register\/selection\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Click here to register<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Conclusion<\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">IDEAS 4.0 at KRMU gives students a stage to showcase their talent, from tech innovation to cultural performance. Scheduled for 27-28 October 2026 at K.R. Mangalam University, Gurugram, it features 25+ competitions, 120+ exhibition stalls and a prize pool of over \u20b910 lakh. Whether you want to compete, create or simply explore, this is a chance to learn by doing and discover what you are capable of. Register now and be part of IDEAS 4.0.<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"faq-wrapper\">\n    <h2 class=\"faq-heading\">FAQs<\/h2>\n    <!--<div class=\"faq-underline\"><\/div>-->\n\n    \n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">What is IDEAS 4.0?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">IDEAS 4.0 is the fourth edition of K.R. Mangalam University\u2019s flagship innovation carnival. It brings together technology, academics, creativity and culture through competitions, exhibitions and expert-led sessions.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">When and where is IDEAS 4.0 taking place?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">IDEAS 4.0 will be held on 27-28 October 2026 at the K.R. Mangalam University campus, Sohna Road, Gurugram, Delhi-NCR. Entry begins at 9:15 AM on both days.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">Who can participate in IDEAS 4.0?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">School students, university students and startups from Delhi-NCR and across India can take part. Some events have separate time slots for school and university participants.\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">How do I register for IDEAS 4.0?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">You can register on the official registration page. Choose your category, select your events and complete the form.\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">What is the prize pool for IDEAS 4.0?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">The total prize pool is \u20b910 lakh+, spread across the competitions. This is the combined pool, and the prize for each event varies according to its rules.\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">How many competitions are there?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">There are 25+ competitions across 10 categories, including robotics, AI, coding, design, debate, dance and sustainability.\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">What is the AI Arena?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">The AI Arena is the technology and competition hub of IDEAS 4.0. It is an immersive zone for AI, robotics and future-tech experiences, and it hosts events such as Robo War, Drone Race, Robo Soccer and the One Day Hackathon.\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">What is Innoverse?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">Innoverse is the exhibition zone, with 120+ stalls where student teams, startups and innovators showcase their projects and products.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">Will there be workshops or learning sessions besides competitions?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">Yes. Expert-led workshops and masterclasses cover topics such as AI, entrepreneurship, emerging technology and sustainability. They are open to all registered participants.\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">Are any celebrities coming to IDEAS 4.0?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">Yes. The confirmed guests so far are Manika Vishwakarma (Miss Universe India 2025), Ayushman Pandita (Founder, Growth Rocket) and Gaurav Taneja (Flying Beast).\r\n<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">What is the One Day Hackathon, and who can join?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">It is an innovation challenge for school students to turn ideas into working solutions using AI, machine learning, generative AI, robotics and IoT. It starts with an online ideation round, followed by an offline demonstration in the AI Arena.<\/p>\n        <\/div>\n            <div class=\"faq-card\">\n            <h3 class=\"faq-question text-blue-600 mb-2\">Can I participate in more than one event?<\/h3>\n            <p class=\"faq-answer\">Yes, as long as the event timings don\u2019t clash. 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