About PES’s AICTE Idea Lab

As part of its continuous efforts to strengthen experiential learning and innovation-driven education, MCOE has been selected for the prestigious AICTE IDEA Lab initiative in April 2025. This recognition highlights the Institute’s leadership in fostering creativity, research orientation, interdisciplinary learning, and alignment with national priorities such as Atmanirbhar Bharat.

The AICTE IDEA Lab at MCOE serves as a multidisciplinary innovation and prototyping hub that integrates Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM). The lab provides students, faculty, and the wider academic community with access to advanced tools, hands-on learning environments, and opportunities to transform ideas into functional prototypes and scalable solutions. As a regional resource center, the IDEA Lab extends its facilities to neighboring institutions, schools, and communities, promoting inclusive and equitable access to innovation.

Supported by a robust research and innovation ecosystem, MCOE actively encourages participation in national-level competitions, industry-mentored projects, startups, and intellectual property creation. Through structured mentoring, capacity-building programs, and strong industry partnerships, the IDEA Lab nurtures problem solvers, innovators, and entrepreneurs capable of addressing real-world challenges

At MCOE, the AICTE IDEA Lab is not merely a facility—it is a platform for learning by doing, collaboration across disciplines, and building solutions that contribute meaningfully to society, industry, and the nation.

Vision:

• To create a collaborative academic environment to foster professional excellence and ethical values.

Mission :

• To develop outstanding professionals with high ethical standards capable of creating and managing global enterprises.
• To foster innovation and research by providing a stimulating learning environment.
• To ensure equitable development of students of all ability levels and backgrounds.
• To be responsive to changes in technology, socio-economic and environmental conditions.
• To foster and maintain mutually beneficial partnerships with alumni and industry.

Salient Features of the IDEA Lab :

• Learn by doing through hands-on activities.
• Solve real-world problems across disciplines.
• Use modern tools like 3D printers, IoT, robotics, AI/ML, drones, and AR/VR.
• Develop skills in design thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation.
• Support from idea stage to prototype and startup.
• Faculty training through FDPs and new technology programs.
• Open access for nearby colleges, schools, and communities.
• Support for patents, products, and startups.
• Connected to AICTE for monitoring and benchmarking.
• Participation in national programs like SIH, e-Yantra, and YUKTI.
• Industry collaboration for projects, mentoring, and internships.
• Focus on measurable outcomes such as prototypes, IP, and startups.