CSE and AI & DS Students Excel in 24-Hour National Coding Challenge at Buildathon-2K25
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) and the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI & DS), Angadi Institute of Technology and Management (AITM), Belagavi, are proud to announce that our students — Miss Jayashree Kalloli, Mr. Girish Soodi, Mr. Anirudh Neje, and Mr. Kiran Nandani — have brought laurels to the institution by securing the 5th place in the prestigious Buildathon-2K25, a 24-hour nonstop national-level coding event. The event was organized by Channabasaveshwara Institute of Technology, Gubbi, and held on 25th and 26th April 2025. The competition witnessed enthusiastic participation from talented coders across the country, with challenging problem statements designed to test innovation, problem-solving, and coding excellence. Our students demonstrated exceptional skill, teamwork, and resilience throughout the event and were felicitated with a Memento and a Cash Prize in recognition of their outstanding performance.
Expert Talk by Prof. Vaibhav M. Chavan on AI Tools in Software Development
Prof. Vaibhav M. Chavan, Assistant Professor, Dept. of AI & Data Science, AITM Belagavi, was invited as a resource person at KLE Society’s College of BCA, Bailhongal, on March 25, 2025. He delivered an engaging session on the use of AI tools in modern software development, covering real-world applications and practical demonstrations. The session saw active participation from students and faculty, sparking insightful discussions on the future of AI in software engineering.
Prof. Sagar Birje Addresses Students at BMV Sulage {Y} Courtyard School
March 11, 2025 – Prof. Sagar Birje, Head of AI & DS at AITM, Belagavi, was invited to BMV Sulage {Y} Courtyard School as a guest speaker for a session on “Artificial Intelligence” and as Guest of Honor for the SSLC Farewell. He shared insights on AI careers and inspired students to embrace learning and innovation.
AITM’s Fintech Startup 'DhanGuru' Among Top 20 Teams in RBIH’s National Challenge
Glimpse of Fintech Startup AITM’s DhanGuru Recognized Among Top 20 Teams in RBIH’s National Challenge in the Newspaper. In a remarkable accomplishment, the fintech startup DhanGuru, founded by students from the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Angadi Institute of Technology and Management (AITM), Belagavi, has been selected among the Top 20 teams (Top 100 students) out of more than 8000 participating teams in the prestigious “100 Fintech Entrepreneurs in 100 Days” challenge organized by the Reserve Bank Innovation Hub (RBIH). The Certification Ceremony took place on March 27, 2025, at the RBIH Office, HSR Layout, Bengaluru, where the team was felicitated for their exceptional contribution to financial innovation and entrepreneurial excellence. This national-level recognition highlights the team’s dedication to building impactful solutions in the ever-evolving fintech sector. The team members – Sayeed Amaan, Vaishnavi R Babaleshwar, Shreebodh Inamdar, Pratik Chitti, Rohit Jadhav, Yash Mirashi, and Shubham Hulamani – have demonstrated innovation, technical expertise, and a strong entrepreneurial mindset throughout the competition. This achievement not only brings pride to AITM, but also provides the DhanGuru team with a platform to further scale their fintech startup and contribute meaningfully to the financial ecosystem of India.
AITM Students Secure 3rd Place at CODEFIESTA-5.0 Hackathon
Students from the 6th Semester, Department of AI & DS at AITM, Belagavi, won 3rd place at the National Hackathon CODEFIESTA-5.0, held at SKSVMACET, Lakshmeshwar. The team—Anish Inamadar, Krishnadev Suresh Kumar, and Rao Rohan Prabhakar—stood out among 60 teams nationwide for their innovation and teamwork.
AITM AI & DS Final-Year Students Excel at Startup Mahakumbh 2025 in New Delhi
Final-year B.E. students from AITM’s AI & DS department—Vaishnavi R Babaleshwar, Sayeed Amaan, Shreebodh Inamdar, Shubham Hulamani, Rohit Jadhav, Pratik Chitti, and Yash Mirashi—proudly represented the institute at Startup Mahakumbh 2025, held from April 3–5 at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
The national event offered exposure through pitch competitions, investor meets, and workshops across key tech sectors. The students earned praise from Mr. Madan Padaki, President, TiE Bangalore, and were invited to join the TiE Bangalore Student Council.
They also attended inspiring talks by Shri Piyush Goyal and Prof. Rajeev Gowda, gaining valuable insights into innovation and entrepreneurship.
AITM AI&DS Students Among Top 16 at VTU Emerge-24, Earn Incubation at VRIF
A team of seven students from the AI & DS branch of AITM, Belagavi, secured a spot among the Top 16 at VTU Emerge-24, held on January 29, 2025. Their innovative idea, “Dhanguru”, earned them incubation support at VRIF, VTU.
Team Members:Sayeed Amaan, Vaishnavi R. B., Rohit Jadhav, Shubham H., Prateek Chitti, Shreebodh Inamdar, and Yash Mirashi.Selected from 88 teams across Karnataka, this achievement showcases their creativity, problem-solving skills, and AITM’s focus on nurturing innovation. Congratulations to the team on this milestone!
Academic Year 2023-24
AITM AI & DS Students Excel at SAVISHKAR 2023-24
3rd Semester AI & DS students of AITM showcased their talents at SAVISHKAR, the National Techno-Cultural Fest hosted by Jain College, Belagavi. Their enthusiastic participation highlighted AITM’s spirit of excellence and innovation.
AITM AI&DS Students secured First Prize in the Event IDEATHON organized by Jain College of Engineering
Students from 5th Semester, Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Secured First Prize in the Event IDEATHON organized by Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi, Department of Computer Science & Engineering and MCA in a National Level “TECHVENTURE FIESTA- 2024“.
AITM AI&DS Students secured First Prize in the Event PROTOTYPING organised by Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi,
Students from 5th Semester, Department of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Secured First Prize in the Event PROTOTYPING organised by Jain College of Engineering, Belagavi, Department of Computer Science & Engineering and MCA in a National Level “TECHVENTURE FIESTA- 2024”.
AITM AI&DS Students secured First Prize in the Meta Hack Event organized by KLE DR.M S Sheshgiri College of Engineering and Technology, Belagavi.
Students of the 5th Semester students of the Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Engineering department, Vaishnavi B., Sayeed Amaan, Shreebodh I., Yash Mirashi, and Pratik S. secured First place in the Meta Hack Event organized by KLE DR.M S Sheshgiri College of Engineering and Technology, Belagavi.
Academic Year 2022-23
Guest Talks on Entrepreneurship and Emotional Intelligence for AI&DS & CSE Students
The Departments of AI&DS and CSE at AITM, Belagavi, organized guest talks on December 13–14, 2022, aimed at enhancing students’ understanding of entrepreneurship and leadership.
Dr. Suryakumar N. Khanai, Director MBA, AITM, delivered a talk on “Challenges and Prospects of Entrepreneurs”, highlighting key entrepreneurial traits, challenges like cash flow, hiring, marketing, and the importance of innovation and team building.
Dr. Shankargouda Bharamanaikar, Professor, MBA Dept., VTU, Belagavi, spoke on “Emotional Intelligence and Effective Leadership”, emphasizing the role of emotional awareness in leadership and its impact on organizational success.