ATAL FDP JKKMCT Erode

The ATAL FDP JKKMCT Erode operates as an AICTE-sponsored two-week offline faculty development program focused on “Sensor Networks and Smart Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture Management”. Organized by the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering at J.K.K. Munirajah College of Technology (Autonomous), this initiative equips faculty, research scholars, and postgraduate students with practical skills in wireless sensor networks and precision agriculture without charging any registration fees. Interested candidates must complete their online registration via the centralized ATAL portal before the deadline on 10 August 2026. Selected external participants receive travel allowances along with free refreshments and lunch.

Programme Highlights

Organising Body	Mode	Duration	Location	Last Date to Apply
Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, J.K.K. Munirajah College of Technology	Offline	Two Weeks	T.N. Palayam, Gobi, Erode District, Tamil Nadu	10 August 2026

About the Programme

Modern agriculture requires the integration of advanced engineering technologies to optimize productivity and resource efficiency. Accordingly, this comprehensive instructional course focuses on the deployment of wireless sensor networks, IoT, cloud computing, and data analytics for real-time monitoring of soil and environmental conditions. Furthermore, participants gain hands-on exposure to practical implementations, including smart irrigation, solar-powered pumping systems, drone-based crop monitoring, and automation, bridging the gap between traditional farming and precision agriculture.

The host institution offers an established academic infrastructure to support this interdisciplinary training program. Established in 2008 across 250 acres by the Annai J.K.K. Sampoorani Ammal Charitable Trust, J.K.K. Munirajah College of Technology (Autonomous) holds an NAAC ‘A’ grade accreditation and ISO 9001:2015 certification. Specifically, the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering continuously updates its AICTE-approved curriculum, ensuring participants attending the ATAL FDP JKKMCT Erode receive industry-aligned instruction that addresses local and regional agricultural needs.

Eligibility Criteria

Academic Qualification

• Postgraduate (PG) students pursuing technical degrees from AICTE-approved institutions qualify to participate.
• Research scholars engaged in relevant multidisciplinary research hold eligibility to apply.

Experience & Other Conditions

• Faculty members actively serving in AICTE-approved institutions meet the primary target criteria.
• The total intake is strictly limited to 50 participants, selected on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Selected faculty members must obtain an authorization certificate signed by their Head of the Institution.

Benefits & Funding

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

Component	Detail
Registration Fee	Free of cost (There is no registration fee from any participants)
Travel Allowance (TA)	External participants get a lump sum travelling allowance subject to travelling more than 20 km one side and attending at least 90% of the sessions
Food & Hospitality	Refreshments and lunch would be provided free of cost
E-Certificate	Mandatory to maintain minimum 80% attendance and score 70 marks in the test to get the participation E-Certificate

Topics / Themes Covered

• Fundamentals of sensor networks and sensors used in modern precision agriculture.
• IoT-enabled smart sensor networks and low-cost sensor systems for automation farming.
• Communication and networking enhancements alongside advanced sensor technologies.
• Solar power pumping systems and comprehensive energy/power management for agriculture.
• Drone-based fertilizer spraying systems and smart farming using automated motor systems.
• Effective water management, water conservation, drip irrigation, and IoT motor control integration.
• Smart sensory technologies applied to post-harvest processing and environmental monitoring.

Selection Process

• Portal Registration: Candidates must submit their applications via the official AICTE ATAL platform.
• Chronological Screening: The organizing committee selects candidates strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.
• Acceptance Notification: Selected candidates receive an email confirmation of their participation by 13 August 2026.
• Institutional Authorization: Selected faculty must secure an authorization certificate from their institutional head.

How to Apply

1. Navigate to the official AICTE ATAL portal login page online.
2. Create a new user profile as a participant or log into your existing ATAL account.
3. Search for the FDP titled “Sensor Networks and Smart Technologies for Sustainable Agriculture Management”.
4. Fill out your academic and institutional details, selecting J.K.K. Munirajah College of Technology as the host.
5. Submit the digital application before 10 August 2026 and await the acceptance notification email.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Last Date of Application	10 August 2026
Acceptance Notification	13 August 2026
Programme Start Date	17 August 2026
Programme End Date	29 August 2026

Important Links

Resource	Link
Apply Online	Click Here
Download FDP Brochure	Download
Download FDP Schedule	Download

Contact Details

• Official Address: Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, J.K.K. Munirajah College of Technology (Autonomous), T.N. Palayam, Gobi, Erode District, Tamil Nadu.
• Phone: 9994050050 (Dr. C. Saravanan, Coordinator) / 7010068191 (Mrs. N. Mekala, Co-Coordinator).
• Email: hodeee@jkkmct.edu.in / mekalan@jkkmct.edu.in.

FAQs

What is the core focus of the ATAL FDP JKKMCT Erode?
The program focuses on wireless sensor networks, IoT, smart irrigation, solar-powered systems, and precision agriculture to promote sustainable agricultural management.

Are participants required to pay any registration fee?
No, registration is completely free of cost for all selected participants.

Will external participants receive travel allowances?
Yes, external participants travelling more than 20 km (one way) receive a lump sum travelling allowance, provided they maintain at least 90% attendance.

Who are the subject matter experts leading the technical sessions?
Sessions will be delivered by foreign experts from Brunei and Oman, alongside academic and industry professionals from NIT Karnataka, NIFTEM Thanjavur, VIT, IIT Madras, and TANGEDCO.

What are the exact certification requirements set by AICTE ATAL?
Participants must be registered on the ATAL portal, maintain a minimum of 80% attendance, and secure at least 70 marks in the final test to receive the E-Certificate.