About AICTE-IDEA Lab at CEC-CGC Landran, Mohali
Chandigarh Engineering College-CGC Landran, Mohali, with a rich legacy of 25 years of academic excellence, proudly announces the establishment of the AICTE–IDEA Lab, reinforcing its sustained commitment to innovation and skill-based technical education.
The AICTE–IDEA Lab is an initiative of AICTE to promote innovation, creativity, and experiential learning in technical education. The lab provides an open and collaborative ecosystem for students to design, develop, and build innovative solutions. It encourages the application of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) fundamentals through hands-on and project-based learning.
The IDEA Lab emphasizes the philosophy of "Learning by Doing" and outcome-based education. The lab aims to strengthen 21st-century skills such as critical thinking, problem-solving, design thinking, and teamwork by enabling students to work on real-world engineering problems through interdisciplinary project execution.
The facility supports innovation, research, skill development, and entrepreneurship while strengthening product visualization, rapid prototyping, and technology integration capabilities.
Inauguration of AICTE-IDEA Lab at Chandigarh Engineering College – CGC Landran, Mohali
25th March 2026
Chandigarh Engineering College-CGC Landran, Mohali proudly inaugurated its AICTE-IDEA Lab, marking a significant milestone in promoting innovation, creativity, and experiential learning among students.
Established with the support of the All India Council for Technical Education, the IDEA Lab has been set up under a prestigious grant of approximately ₹1 Crore, aimed at strengthening infrastructure for advanced learning and innovation.
The lab provides a dynamic platform where students can transform their ideas into prototypes and real-world engineering solutions. Equipped with advanced tools and technologies, it encourages hands-on learning, interdisciplinary collaboration, and product development, serving as a hub for innovation in areas such as design, automation, and digital manufacturing.
A major highlight associated with this initiative is the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the AICTE IDEA Lab and NASSCOM, strengthening industry-academia collaboration and creating new opportunities for innovation, hands-on learning, skill development, and industry exposure.
The inauguration ceremony was graced by eminent dignitaries including Mr. Sunil Mehta (AVP, Mitsubishi Electric India) as Chief Guest, along with Dr. J. P. Singh, Mr. Puneet Verma, and Ms. Sheeba Thomas as Guests of Honour.
Distinguished guests also included Mr. Manoj Gupta, Ms. Kriti Gupta, and Ms. Harshita Saraswat from NASSCOM.
The initiative is being led under the guidance of Chief Mentor Dr. Rajdeep Singh, along with Dr. Rachin Goyal (Coordinator) and Dr. Vinay Bhatia (Co-Coordinator), who continue to strengthen the culture of innovation and research within the institution.
With the establishment of the AICTE-IDEA Lab and its collaboration with NASSCOM, Chandigarh Engineering College-CGC Landran reaffirms its commitment to nurturing entrepreneurial thinking, practical skills, and future-ready engineers capable of contributing effectively to society and industry.
AICTE-IDEA Lab
Inviting tender for procurement of equipments for AICTE IDEA-LAB.
