ATAL FDP Solamalai College of Engineering: AI-Driven Electric Mobility

The ATAL FDP at Solamalai College of Engineering operates as an AICTE-sponsored, six-day offline Faculty Development Programme focusing on “Next-Generation AI-Driven Electric Mobility for Smart and Sustainable Energy Ecosystems”. Organized by the Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, this comprehensive initiative is designed to enhance the teaching and research capabilities of faculty members in higher education institutions. The program provides a platform to stay updated with the latest technological advancements in smart energy ecosystems and autonomous transportation without levying any registration fees.

Programme Highlights

Feature	Details
Programme Name	Next-Generation AI-Driven Electric Mobility for Smart and Sustainable Energy Ecosystems
Organising Body	Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Solamalai College of Engineering
Duration	Six Days (03.08.2026 to 08.08.2026)
Location	Madurai, Tamil Nadu

About the Programme

The transition to sustainable energy requires integrating advanced artificial intelligence (AI) with electric mobility (EVs) to create an intelligent, eco-friendly transportation ecosystem. This ATAL FDP addresses this theme by equipping educators with the knowledge to optimize energy consumption, improve battery management systems, and enable real-time load balancing for charging networks through AI and machine learning. Through expert-led sessions, practical workshops, and interdisciplinary discussions, participants will explore how AI-powered smart grids can distribute electricity based on demand, preventing power overloads.

The host institution, Solamalai College of Engineering (formerly Raja College of Engineering and Technology), provides an excellent academic backdrop for this training. Established in 1995 and becoming part of the Solamalai Group in 2014, the autonomous college is affiliated with Anna University and accredited by NAAC with an ‘A’ Grade (CGPA 3.21). The campus also houses three Centers of Excellence and the Solamalai Foundation and Startup Incubation (SFSI), which translates innovative ideas into entrepreneurial skills.

Eligibility & Selection

• Target Audience: Faculty members in higher education institutions seeking to enhance their teaching, research capabilities, and industry-relevant skills.
• Seat Capacity: The minimum number of participants designated for this program is 100 (Hundred).
• Selection Process: Selection will be executed strictly on a first-come, first-served basis, and confirmed candidates will be notified immediately.

Benefits & Funding

This AICTE-sponsored program is designed to deliver high-quality technical training without financial barriers to participants.

Component	Detail
Registration Fee	There is no Registration Fee for participation.
Certification Criteria	The certificates shall be issued by the ATAL academy to participants who attend the program with a minimum of 80% attendance and score a minimum 70% marks in the end-of-program test.

Core Themes & Topics

• Battery Management Systems (BMS) and predictive maintenance.
• Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) Technology for intelligent energy exchange.
• Autonomous Driving & Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS).
• Smart Energy Management to optimize energy distribution and regenerative braking.
• Charging infrastructure and smart grid integration.
• Smart Cities, autonomous and connected mobility ecosystems.
• Data Analytics, Digital Twins, and manufacturing/supply chain innovations.
• Environmental and Economic Impact, supported by Case Studies and an Industrial Visit.

Eminent Resource Persons

The FDP will feature specialized technical sessions led by distinguished professionals from international universities, national institutes, and industry:

• Dr. M. Maheswari (Senior Lecturer, University of Technology and Applied Sciences, Oman).
• Dr. Srimanti Roychoudhury (Associate Professor, Daffodil International University, Bangladesh).
• Dr. T.K. Santhosh (SASTRA Deemed University, Thanjavur).
• Dr. K. Palanisamy (Associate Professor, Vellore Institute of Technology).
• Ms. T.P. Sivasankari (Managing Director, AR4 Tech, Coimbatore).
• Dr. A. Athif Shah (Founder/Chairman, ABE Semiconductor Designs, Chennai).
• Dr. Prabhu Sridhar (Autosar Embedded System Engineer, Cyber security, Singapore).
• Dr. K. Karthikeyan (Engineering Team Leader, Caterpillar India Engineering Services Pvt Ltd).
• Mr. Dinesh Arjun (CEO & Co-founder, Raptee E, Chennai).

Important Dates

Event	Date
Programme Start Date	03 August 2026
Programme End Date	08 August 2026

Important Links

Resource	Link
Apply Online (ATAL Portal)	Click Here
Download FDP Brochure	Download
Download FDP Schedule	Download

Contact Details

• Official Address: Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Solamalai College of Engineering, Solamalai Knowledge Park, S.V.Raja Nagar, Veerapanjan, Madurai – 625020.
• Phone: 9585046667 / 8148660991.
• Email: sceataloffline2026@gmail.com.
• Organizing Team: Dr. N. Suthanthira Vanitha (Convener/Coordinator), Dr. K. Radha Lakshmi (Coordinator), and Dr. S. Sripriya (Coordinator).

FAQs

What is the primary objective of the ATAL FDP at Solamalai College of Engineering?
The program aims to create a more sustainable electric mobility ecosystem by addressing challenges in battery management, optimizing charging networks, and utilizing AI-powered smart grids for energy distribution.

Do I need to pay any fees to register for this FDP?
No, there is no registration fee required to participate in this training program.

How will candidates be selected for the available seats?
The organizing committee will select candidates strictly on a first-come, first-served basis and immediately notify confirmed candidates.

What are the criteria to receive the completion certificate?
To earn the ATAL Academy certificate, participants must maintain a minimum of 80% attendance throughout the six days and score at least 70% marks in the final test.