A NATIONAL LEVEL TECHNICAL SYMPOSIUM

INFOGANA2K26

A TECHNICAL SYMPOSIUM

 A Technical Symposium “INFOGANZA 2K26” was successfully conducted on April 16, 2026, at 10:00 AM in the Auditorium, GCE-Bodi. The event aimed to foster technical knowledge, innovation, and academic excellence among students. The program was organized under the guidance of Dr. C. Vasanthanayaki, Principal, who served as the Patron. The symposium was convened by Dr. B. Sivaranjani, Associate Professor & Head (i/c), and coordinated by Dr. C. Rani, Associate Professor. The event execution was actively supported by student coordinators. Yuvaneshwar and K. Dharshini.

1. Agenda of the Event

The symposium followed a well-structured agenda to ensure a smooth and meaningful flow of activities:

• The event commenced with the Tamil Thai Vazhthu, invoking a sense of cultural pride. 

• This was followed by the Welcome Address, where participants and dignitaries were warmly greeted. 

• The Lighting of Kuthu Vilakku marked the ceremonial inauguration of the symposium. 

• An introduction session on INFOGANZA 2K26 provided insights into the purpose and significance of the event. 

• The Convener Address highlighted the importance of technical advancements and student participation. 

• The Patron Address motivated students to strive for excellence in academics and innovation. 

• A special segment on Recognition of Academic Achievers was conducted to honor outstanding students for their academic performance. 

• The program concluded with a Vote of Thanks, expressing gratitude to all dignitaries, organizers, and participants.

   

2. Students And Faculty Achievements 2025–2026

CSE Students achievements: 

Our department has consistently encouraged academic excellence, and this year, we are delighted to announce that three of our students have successfully cleared the GATE 2026 examination. Dharshini S from final year secured a score of 350, Gayathri from final year scored 297, and Akash V from third year achieved a score of 331. Their hard work and dedication truly set an inspiring example for all.

We also take pride in the accomplishments of our students beyond academics. In the Cybercrime Awareness Poster and Reel Competition conducted by the Tamil Nadu Cybercrime Wing, Yuvaraj S from fourth year secured third place at the state level and received a cash prize along with a certificate.

The Tamil Nadu State Minority Commission, Government of Tamil Nadu, conducted a one-day elocution competition in 2025 for college students belonging to Theni District. The competition was held on 13.03.2025 at Mary Matha College of Arts and Science, Periyakulam.

Anusha, from final-year, won first place in the Theni district-level speech competition organized by the Tamil Nadu government. Representing her district at the state level, she was honored by the Tamil Nadu State Minority Commission at Chennai's Kalaivanar Arangam in July 2025. She was among 234 students recognized and received a ₹20,000 cash prize.

As a model school alumnus, Yuvaneshwar S conducted a Career Guidance Program for over 1,500 12th-grade students in Tamil Nadu government schools. The initiative focused on higher education awareness and career opportunities, aiming to inspire students to shape their futures.

In the field of online learning, our final-year students Jeffisha S Darwin, Manimalar M, Shalini C, and Sudhasini P successfully completed NPTEL courses in emerging areas like IoT and Cloud Computing, showcasing their commitment to continuous learning.

Our final year students continue to secure promising careers in the tech industry.

• Vertical Solutions: 19 Placements

• Besant Technologies: 9 Placements

• Triton Techlabs: 4 Placements

• Logirtha Technologies: 1 Place

Total of 33 students placed out of total 48 students.

Dharma Raj R from third year demonstrated career readiness by appearing for the Internship Common Aptitude Test (ICAT) on January 8, 2026. This initiative highlights commitment to professional development and securing early career opportunities.

Our second year students Nithyasri G, Subathra M, Tharanya A, and Yuwa Sri J completed courses in Artificial Intelligence in Industrial and Management Engineering. Additionally, Subathra M, Tharanya A, and Yuwa Sri J earned Elite certificates in Mobile Virtual Reality, Artificial Intelligence, and Programming in Java.

A special highlight of this year is the outstanding performance of our second-year students at the National Level Technical Symposium held at Government College of Engineering, Srirangam. Seventeen students participated and won multiple prizes. A. Annapackiam and Tharanya A secured winner and runner-up positions in the Memory Matrix event, while S. Praveen Kanna won first prize in AI Lightning Image Generation. Adding to this achievement, our department proudly secured the overall championship trophy.

Our students have actively participated and excelled in various events such as Kalloori Kalai Thiruvizha 2025 and the Annual Sports Day, winning numerous prizes and bringing laurels to the department.

These accomplishments clearly reflect the talent, determination, and hard work of our students, along with the continuous support and guidance of our faculty members.

CSE faculty achievements: 

Beyond their academic and administrative duties, our faculty has excelled in research and societal activities, contributing significantly to events like Kalloori Kalai Thiruvizha, Maperum Tamil Kanavu, and Annual Sports Day 2025.

Our faculty Dr. C. Sathish and Dr. C. Satheesh Pandian successfully defended their Ph.D. vivas on 21 November 2025 and 23 January 2026, respectively.

Two teams consisting of Dr. C. Rani, Dr. C. Satheesh Pandian, and Dr.B.Sivaranjani secured the Chief Minister’s Research Grant (CMRG 2026) totaling ₹53,39,250 for the 2025-26 academic year. 

• Dr. C. Rani published multiple international papers, guided one scholar to a Ph.D. completion, and coordinated an IBM/ICT Academy training program on Data Analytics. She also served as a Jury member for Pre-Hackathon 2026 and a Resource Person for the "Uyar Kalvi Engal Ilakku" initiative.

• Dr. C. Satheesh Pandian named an NPTEL Topper (Top 1%) with an Elite Silver medal in Operating System Fundamentals.

• Dr. V. Ramya published several papers, was granted patents, and served as a reviewer and chairperson for international conferences.

• Mrs. R. Vimala published research on deep learning techniques for dental identification in the journal Traitement du Signal.

• Dr. C. Sathish published research papers in international journals and completed multiple FDPs.

• Ms. M.Saranya , Ms. D.Ramya, and Ms A.Saranya successfully earned NPTEL certifications in Machine Learning and Operating Systems fundamentals.

These diverse accomplishments from securing high-value state research grants and doctoral degrees to earning national-level certifications and contributing to government initiatives stand as a testament to our faculty's relentless pursuit of excellence. By balancing rigorous academic duties with high-impact research and community leadership, our faculties continue to set a benchmark for both our students and the institution. We move forward with a shared commitment to innovation, integrity, and reaching even greater heights in the years to come.

3. Committees and Event Management Report 

To ensure the smooth and successful execution of INFOGANZA 2K26, various committees were formed with dedicated faculty members and student volunteers. Each committee was assigned specific responsibilities to manage different aspects of the symposium efficiently.

4. Technical Events Coordination 

The technical segment of the symposium featured multiple events aimed at enhancing students’ analytical and problem-solving skills. Each event was guided by faculty and supported by student coordinators. 

4.1. Coding Relay Event

The Coding Relay event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ programming skills, logical thinking, and time management abilities. The event witnessed active participation from students across II and III years. Mrs. R. Vimala, Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judge for the Coding Relay event.

Participants List

A total of 12 students participated in the event from different academic years and programming backgrounds.

Event Structure and Rules

       The Coding Relay event was conducted in two rounds with increasing difficulty levels:

      Round 1 – Easy Level

• Duration: 15 minutes 

• Participants were given an easy-level problem 

• Evaluation was based on correct output 

• Only those who solved the problem correctly within the time limit qualified for Round 2 

   

     Round 2 – Medium Level

• Duration: 15 minutes 

• Qualified participants attempted a medium-level problem 

• Evaluation was based on correctness and efficiency of the output 

      Selection Criteria

• Participants are primarily selected based on correct output of the programs

• If no participant produces the correct solution in Round 2:

• Evaluation will be based on logic and approach used in the code

• If required, the top two participants who completed Round 1 earliest with correct output will be considered for final selection.

Winners List

The winners were selected based on performance, accuracy, and completion time.

4.2 Debugging Master

The Debugging Master event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium to assess student’s analytical thinking, code understanding, and debugging skills. The event focused on identifying errors in programs and predicting correct outputs, thereby enhancing participants’ problem-solving abilities. Dr. C. Satheesh Pandian, M.E., Ph.D., Assistant Professor (Senior Grade) in the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judge for the Debugging Master event

Event Protocol

The event was conducted under strict guidelines to ensure fairness and discipline:

• Participants were allowed to carry only one pen inside the hall 

• Use of electronic gadgets was strictly prohibited 

• The contest consisted of 20 questions (10 from C and 10 from Java) 

• Each question carried 1 mark, where participants had to write the correct output of the given code 

• Total duration of the event was 30 minutes 

• Any form of malpractice led to immediate disqualification

Participants Performance

The participants actively engaged in the event and demonstrated their debugging and logical reasoning skills. Their performance was evaluated based on the total marks obtained.

Winners

The winners were selected based on the highest marks obtained in the competition:

4.3 Paper presentation

The Paper Presentation event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of encouraging students to explore innovative ideas, enhance research skills, and improve their presentation abilities. The event provided a platform for participants to present their technical knowledge on various emerging topics in the field of Computer Science and Engineering. Dr. C. Rani, Associate Professor, and Dr. V. Ramya, Professor (CAS), from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judges for the Paper Presentation event.

Rules:

1. Team: 2 members 

2. Time: 5 min presentation + 2–3 min Q&A

3. PPT: Max 10–12 slides, include title & participant details

4. Content: Original, relevant, with clear explanation

5. Presentation: Confident delivery, less reading from slides

6. Judging: Content, creativity, presentation, technical knowledge, time & Q&A

7. Language: should be present in English

Participants List:

Winner’s List 

4.4 SQL Injection(Query Master)

The SQL Injection (Query Master) event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium to evaluate students’ knowledge of database systems, SQL queries, and problem-solving skills. The event aimed to enhance participants’ ability to write efficient queries and understand database operations in real-time scenarios.

Dr. C. Rani, Associate Professor, from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judges for the SQL Injection(Query Master) event.

Rules and Criteria:

1. Solve SQL questions using given tables within the time limit. 

2. Use JOINs, subqueries, and aggregations; write only queries. 

3. Individual participation; no malpractice or external help. 

4. Follow proper SQL syntax. 

5. Scoring based on correct output and logic; judges’ decision is final.

Participants:

Winners:

4.5. UI/UX Design Sprint

The UI/UX Design Sprint event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ creativity, design thinking, and user-centered problem-solving skills. The event provided a platform for participants to design intuitive and visually appealing user interfaces while focusing on improving user experience. 

Dr. B. Sivaranjani, Associate Professor & Head (i/c), Department of CSE, served as the judges for the UI / UX Design Sprint event.

Participants List:

Winners 

4.6.Technical Quiz

The Technical Quiz event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the aim of testing students’ knowledge in various domains of computer science and current technological trends. The event encouraged participants to think quickly, recall concepts, and apply their technical understanding in a competitive environment. Dr. C. Sathish, Assistant Professor, Department of CSE, served as the judges for the Technical Quiz event.

Quiz Rules and Guidelines

1.⁠ ⁠Participants must enter their details exactly as per college records before starting the quiz.

2.⁠ ⁠The quiz consists of 20 technical questions with a total duration of 30 minutes.

3.⁠ ⁠Each participant is allowed only one attempt.

4.⁠ ⁠The quiz must be attended in full screen mode only.

5.⁠ ⁠If a participant switches tabs, minimizes the window, loses focus, or exits ful lscreen, the quiz   

    will be automatically terminated.

6.⁠ ⁠Do not refresh or close the browser during the quiz.

7.⁠ ⁠Ensure you have a stable internet connection throughout the session.

8.⁠ ⁠Any violation of these rules may lead to disqualification.

Participants List

Winners 

 5. Non-Technical Events Coordination

Non-technical events added creativity and entertainment to the symposium and encouraging broader student participation.

5.1 Marketing

            The Marketing event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ creativity, strategic thinking, communication skills, and understanding of modern marketing techniques. The event witnessed active participation from students across II and III years. Mrs M. Nithya Karthika, Assistant Professor(TAP) Department of Computer Science and Engineering served as the judge for the Marketing event.

RULES AND CRITERIA:

• A product will be given on the spot, and you must market it to the audience.

• Each team should consist of only 1-2 members.

• You will be given 2 to 3 minutes to market your product.

• You can choose the language of your presentation — either Tamil or   English.Once you choose a language, you must continue the entire marketing in the same language.

PARTICIPANTS LIST:

WINNER’S LIST:

FIRST PRIZE:

SECOND PRIZE:

5.2.TechCharades 
            The Tech Charades event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ technical knowledge, quick thinking, teamwork, and communication skills through interactive guessing activities. The event witnessed active participation from students across II and III years. Assistant Professor, Mrs. A. Saranya (TAP), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judge for the Tech Charades event.

RULES AND CRITERIA:

Rules

• Each team consists of 3 members and will be given 5 words. 

• One member will act out the word while the other two members guess the word. 

• Each team is allotted 5 minutes to complete all 5 words. 

• Participants are not allowed to speak, spell, or use any objects. 

• Only actions, gestures, and facial expressions are permitted. 

• Teams must follow the instructions given by the coordinators at all times. 

Criteria

• Each correct guess is awarded 1 point. 

• Maximum score per team is 5 points. 

• The team with the highest score will be declared the winner. 

• In case of a tie, the team with more remaining time will be given preference. 

• The decision of the event coordinators will be final. 

PARTICIPANTS LIST:

SHORT LISTED STUDENTS:

WINNERS LIST:

4.3 Connexion

The Connexion event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, teamwork, and ability to connect concepts across various domains. The event witnessed active participation from students across II and III years. Mrs. M. Saranya, Assistant Professor (TAP), Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judge for the Connexion event.

RULES AND CRITERIA:

Rules

1. Each team have 3 members.

2. Totally 30 question - 30 min.

3. Priority is given to the team who click the buzzer first.

4. Each correct question have 1 mark. If the first team said wrong answer, then those who press the buzzer second, they got chance.

5. After you press the buzzer answer within 5 sec. If not, next team got priority.

6. Only one member allowed to use mobile per team.

7. Winners team will be chose based on time taken and number of questions answered.

PARTCIPANTS LIST:

SHORT LISTED STUDENTS:

WINNERS LIST:

4.4 PHOTOGRAPHY 

The Photography event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ creativity, visual storytelling skills, attention to detail, and understanding of photographic techniques. The event witnessed active participation from students across II and III years. Mrs R. Ezhil Priyadharsini, Assistant Professor (TAP) Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judge for the Photography event.

RULES AND CRITERIA:

Theme: Man vs Machine 

• Mark will be awarded based on presentation, creativity and the way of content is delivered.

PARTCIPANTS LIST

WINNER’S LIST:

4.5 Short Film

 
       The Short Film event was conducted as part of INFOGANZA 2K26 Technical Symposium with the objective of enhancing students’ creativity, storytelling skills, visual communication, and cinematic presentation abilities. The event witnessed active participation from students across II and III years. Assistant Professor, D. Ramya, Assistant Professor (TAP) Department of Computer Science and Engineering, served as the judge for the Short Film event.

Theme: Impact of AI on society.

• The film should be under 5 minutes.

• Each team must have 5 members.

• Marks will be awarded based on creativity, presentation, and the way the content is delivered.

PARTICIPANTS LIST

WINNERS LIST:

WINNERS LIST

 6. Prize distribution and Valedictory Function 

The valedictory function marked the successful conclusion of INFOGANZA 2K26. The session was conducted in a formal and celebratory manner, recognizing the efforts and achievements of all participants started at 2.00pm on 16.04.2026.During the valedictory ceremony, prizes were distributed to the winners who secured First, Second, and Third places in both technical and non-technical events. The winners were appreciated for their outstanding performance, creativity, and competitive spirit. 

Cash prizes of ₹1000 each were awarded to three students who successfully qualified in the GATE examination.

The dignitaries congratulated the students and encouraged them to continue developing their skills and actively participate in such academic and co-curricular activities. Certificates and prizes were awarded as a token of recognition for their achievements. The event concluded at 5.00pm on a positive note, celebrating success, participation, and the overall spirit of learning and innovation.