Some of the most iconic events at IIT Madras are its festivals, which most students get involved with in some capacity-spectators, participants, or organisers. Keep an eye out on smail for volunteer and coordinator applications towards the end of the even semesters, as well as competition announcements during the festival dates.
Saarang is a student-run cultural and literary festival that happens in January every
year. Previously known as Mardi Gras, the five-day event features concerts by world
artists, workshops and lecture-demonstrations from top artists, and creative
competitions for students and semi-professional artists. From participation to
organisation, there are many ways to get involved with Saarang.
Please visit the website at saarang.org to know more.
Shaastra is IIT-M's annual student-run technical festival, occurring every January. It
boasts of competitions and exhibitions in science and technology fields including
mechanics, aviation, computer engineering, entrepreneurship, and social impact. It also
features workshops sponsored by industry leaders and lectures and performances by
world-renowned scientists, technologists, and other personalities. Shaastra offers many
avenues where participants can upskill, compete, and be entertained.
Please visit the website at shaastra.org to know more.
E-summit is the Entrepreneurship Cell's annual flagship summit, featuring events
targeted at aspiring entrepreneurs, startups, investors, and visitors. Conclaves,
lectures, competitions, internship fairs, investor meets, and networking events are
organised for attendees to make the most of the entrepreneurship scene.
Please visit the website at esummitiitm.org to know more.
The many departments in the campus host fests that bring together academics and
practitioners in their individual streams, with keynote lectures, paper presentations,
competitions, and cultural programmes. They range from full-fledged academic conferences
to a mix of academic events and festival-oriented events.
You can get involved with your department's festival or conference organising team, and
participate in the fest events of different departments. Contact your department's
legislator for more information.
