ATAL FDP MITS Rayagada

The ATAL FDP MITS Rayagada is a comprehensive professional training program organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Majhighariani Institute of Technology & Science. Sponsored by the AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy, this offline initiative focuses on “Additive Manufacturing for Atmanirbhar Bharat: Design, Fabricate, Innovate”. The program aims to provide capacity building and quality training to faculty members, research scholars, and students through applied learning and hands-on laboratory sessions. Eligible candidates must securely complete their online registration before the scheduled start date of 24 August 2026.

Programme Highlights

Organising Body	Mode	Duration	Location or Platform
Department of Mechanical Engineering, MITS	OFFLINE mode	6 Days	Rayagada, Odisha

About the Programme

The AICTE Training and Learning (ATAL) Academy actively aims to empower faculty through training in modern technological domains. Accordingly, the ATAL FDP MITS Rayagada is designed to enable participants to acquire sound domain knowledge and associated skill sets in the emerging area of Additive Manufacturing. The program emphasizes developing outcome-based teaching-learning practices, empowering faculty to design project-based modules addressing societal challenges, particularly in rural and tribal regions. Furthermore, the training aligns with the NEP 2020 and AICTE IDEA Lab frameworks to strengthen participants’ roles in sustainable manufacturing.

Established in 1999, Majhighariani Institute of Technology & Science (MITS) is located in a scenic 50-acre campus at Bhujabal, Rayagada. The institute actively fosters a strong linkage between academics and industry, emphasizing holistic student development. The host Department of Mechanical Engineering blends strong theoretical knowledge with hands-on practical exposure, supported by well-equipped labs and experienced faculty mentoring students across core areas such as thermodynamics, manufacturing, and robotics.

Eligibility Criteria

• Academic Qualification
  • Faculty members from Engineering, Polytechnic, and Applied Science institutions hold eligibility to apply.
  • Undergraduate (UG) and Postgraduate (PG) students of Mechanical, Mechatronics, Manufacturing, and allied disciplines qualify to participate.
  • Research scholars actively pursuing studies in relevant fields are eligible.
• Experience & Other Conditions
  • Engineers and Innovators looking to explore digital tools for product design and prototyping may submit applications.

Benefits & Funding

This AICTE-sponsored initiative provides complete academic and financial support to ensure highly accessible training for all selected participants.

Component	Amount or Detail
Registration Fee	ATAL FDPs are completely free, and no fee will be charged to any participant
Certification	Certificates issued by ATAL academy subject to meeting attendance and evaluation criteria

Topics / Themes Covered

• Tool Room Practices and Metal Additive Manufacturing (AM) Systems.
• Design-to-Fabrication Workflow in AM: Progressing from Concept to Prototype.
• Fundamentals and emerging trends concerning Additive Manufacturing.
• Detailed modelling of Laser Additive Manufacturing processes.
• FDM-Based Composite Printing combined with Process Optimization.
• Industrial applications of 3D Printing ranging from prototyping to large-scale production.
• Utilization of Additive Manufacturing for Drone and Lightweight Structures.
• Design for Additive Manufacturing (DfAM): Core principles and structural applications.
• Additive Manufacturing focused on Rural & Tribal Innovation.
• Curriculum Integration of AM aligned directly with the NEP 2020 and AICTE IDEA Lab Framework.

Selection Process

• The organizing committee reviews all applications submitted directly through the ATAL portal.
• Candidates must successfully complete the training modules and undergo an assessment.
• Participants must strictly maintain a minimum of 80% attendance throughout the sessions.
• Attendees must score a minimum of 70% marks in the test conducted at the end of the FDP to receive their official certificate.

How to Apply

1. Navigate directly to the official AICTE ATAL signup portal at Click Here.
2. Register your professional profile, ensuring all academic and institutional details are accurate.
3. Submit your complete application well before the start date, as the number of seats is limited.

Important Dates

Event	Date
Programme Start Date	24-08-2026
Programme End Date	29-08-2026

Important Links

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

Contact Details

• Coordinator: Dr. C.V. Gopinath (Director, MITS-Rayagada) | 94918-10267 | director@mits.edu.in
• Co-Coordinator: Ms. Tanushree Chaudhury (HOD, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering) | 82490-73903 | hod_mech@mits.edu.in
• Official Address: Department of Mechanical Engineering, Majhighariani Institute of Technology & Science, Rayagada, Odisha, 765017

FAQs

Q1: Who is eligible to participate in the ATAL FDP MITS Rayagada?

A1: Faculty members from engineering/polytechnic institutions, UG/PG students, research scholars, and industry engineers/innovators are eligible.

Q2: Is there any registration fee for this offline program?

A2: No, the organizing committee explicitly states that ATAL FDPs are free, and no fee will be charged from any participant.

Q3: Will the program include practical, hands-on training?

A3: Yes, the curriculum includes multiple lab sessions focusing on 3D Scanning, Circuit Simulation, 3D Printing/Machine Operation, and Slicing Parameter Optimization.

Q4: What are the criteria for receiving the ATAL certificate?

A4: Participants must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance and score at least 70% marks in the test conducted at the end of the FDP.

Q5: What is the primary focus of the training program?

A5: The program focuses on capacity building in Additive Manufacturing, covering design-to-fabrication workflows, industrial applications, and integrating AM into NEP-aligned curricula to address societal challenges.