Bishop Jerome Institute’s Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CS, DS, AI) is thrilled to host IGNITE 2026, an exclusive Innovation & Entrepreneurship Orientation designed specifically for incoming first-year B.Tech students.

Theme: "Igniting Ideas Into Startups"

Empowering the Next Generation of Tech Entrepreneurs

IGNITE 2026 aims to inspire fresh engineering minds to think beyond traditional career paths, fostering a culture of creative problem-solving, startup development, and tech-driven leadership right from the start of their academic journey.

The orientation introduces students to the essential tools, mindsets, and institutional support systems necessary to transform bold concepts into scalable business ventures.

Resource Persons & Mentors

Participants will learn directly from experienced faculty members leading the institute's startup and innovation ecosystem:

  • Sujithsree P. S. – IEDC Nodal Officer, BJI

  • Silpa A. Prasad – ED & Start up Club Coordinator, BJI

  • Dr. Deepa Rajan S. – ED & Start up Club Co-coordinator, BJI

Event Details

  • Dates: July 31, 2026 – August 03, 2026

  • Venue: Bishop Jerome Institute, Fatima College Road, Kollam - 691001

  • Target Audience: First-Year B.Tech Students (CS, DS, AI)

Core Principles

The orientation encourages students to embrace three fundamental steps toward startup success:

  1. THINK BIG — Conceptualize visionary solutions for real-world problems.

  2. START SMALL — Take the first actionable steps using campus innovation resources like IEDC and the Startup Club.

  3. SCALE FAST — Leverage guidance, mentorship, and technical skill to turn projects into viable enterprises.