ATAL FDP Rathinam Technical Campus

The ATAL FDP Rathinam Technical Campus operates as an AICTE-sponsored offline skill training program focusing on artificial intelligence and machine learning applications in food systems, healthcare, and society. Organized by the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) at Rathinam Technical Campus, this six-day initiative provides academic faculty, doctoral scholars, and R&D researchers with practical, data-driven methodologies without charging any registration fees. Interested candidates must submit their applications through their Principal or Sponsor before the final deadline on 12 August 2026. Furthermore, eligible outstation participants receive travel allowances and accommodation support as per standard AICTE guidelines.

Programme Highlights

Organising Body	Mode	Duration	Location or Platform	Last Date to Apply
Department of ECE, Rathinam Technical Campus	Offline	Six Days	Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu	12 August 2026

About the Programme

Artificial intelligence and machine learning are rapidly transforming diverse sectors by providing impactful, data-driven solutions to complex societal challenges. Accordingly, this six-day faculty development program bridges the gap between theoretical AI knowledge and practical implementation in domains like smart healthcare, food systems, and environmental sustainability. Participants analyze real-world case studies, ethical implications, and generative AI contexts while gaining hands-on exposure to practical problem-solving frameworks.

The host institution provides a robust technological environment to support this specialized initiative. Established in 2011 and accredited by NAAC with an ‘A+’ grade and NBA, Rathinam Technical Campus operates autonomously under Anna University. Specifically, the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering features recognized Centers of Excellence in Signal & Image Processing, IoT, and VLSI Design, ensuring participants attending the ATAL FDP Rathinam Technical Campus receive high-level infrastructural support for their applied research endeavors.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualification

• Ph.D. scholars specializing in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) or Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) qualify to apply.
• Researchers engaged in R&D organizations with a focus on artificial intelligence and machine learning hold eligibility.

Experience & Other Conditions

• Faculty members actively teaching in AICTE-approved engineering colleges meet the primary target criteria.
• The organizing committee strictly caps the maximum participant intake at 50 candidates.

Benefits & Funding

Significantly, this AICTE-sponsored program provides extensive technical instruction and logistical support without levying registration fees.

Component	Amount or Detail
Registration Fee	Free of cost (No registration fee for participation)
Travel & Accommodation	TA/DA and accommodation provided for outstation participants from AICTE-approved institutions
Industrial Visit	On-site exposure at AIC RAISE Business Incubator (Day 5)

Topics / Themes Covered

• Core concepts of Machine Learning and its diverse real-world applications.
• Innovations in Deep Learning algorithms specifically designed for the healthcare ecosystem.
• Deployment of AI in food systems to promote a sustainable society.
• Industrial applications of AI, leveraging smart technologies for environmental sustainability and climate change.
• Ethical, privacy, and societal implications underlying AI technologies and generative AI frameworks.

Selection Process

• Application Submission: Candidates must route their applications in the specified format through their Principal or Sponsor.
• Chronological Screening: The selection committee processes applications and confirms participants strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Confirmation Notification: Selected candidates will be notified immediately via their personal email IDs and the institute’s official website, following which they must confirm their participation.

How to Apply

1. Review the eligibility requirements and ensure affiliation with an AICTE-approved institution or R&D organization.
2. Obtain the official registration form provided by the organizing committee.
3. Fill out the application form with your academic details, experience, and areas of interest.
4. Sign the declaration and have the form endorsed or sponsored by your institution’s Principal.
5. Send the scanned copy of the completed and duly signed registration form via email to karthick.ece@rathinam.in on or before 12 August 2026.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Last Date to Apply	12 August 2026
Programme Start Date	17 August 2026
Programme End Date	22 August 2026

Important Links

Resource	Link
Apply via Email	karthick.ece@rathinam.in
Download FDP Brochure	Download
Download FDP Schedule	Download

Contact Details

• Official Address: Department of ECE, Rathinam Technical Campus, Rathinam Techzone, Pollachi Road, Eachanari Post, Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu – 641021.
• Phone: 97916 81058 (Dr. M. Fathu Nisha, Coordinator) / 88704 96083 (Mr. L.S. Karthick, Co-coordinator).
• Email: fathunisha.soe@rathinam.in / karthick.ece@rathinam.in.

FAQs

What is the core focus of the ATAL FDP Rathinam Technical Campus?
The program focuses on applying artificial intelligence and machine learning to address real-world challenges in food systems, healthcare, and sustainable societal development.

Is there any participation fee for attending this six-day training program?
No, there is no registration fee for participation in this AICTE-sponsored initiative.

Will travel and accommodation be provided to external participants?
Yes, outstation participants from AICTE-approved institutions receive TA/DA and accommodation support in accordance with AICTE and institute norms.

How are candidates selected for the available 50 seats?
The organizing committee selects candidates strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.

Where will the scheduled industrial visit take place?
Participants will engage in an industrial visit to the AIC RAISE Business Incubator, located in the Rathinam Techzone, on Day 5 of the program.