IIT Patna Wins Acsia Hackathon 2025 for AI-Powered Copilot Project
Thiruvananthapuram – In a remarkable achievement, IIT Patna has emerged as the winner of the Acsia Hackathon 2025, a prestigious 24-hour national innovation challenge organized by Acsia Technologies. This event took place at the Technopark Phase III campus in Thiruvananthapuram and gathered some of the brightest young minds from across India to design innovative AI and machine learning solutions for the future of mobility.
Event Overview
The hackathon attracted over 300 registrations from 92 premier educational institutions, including five IITs. Ultimately, 14 finalist teams, comprising 24 students, competed in the final round. The event was conducted in collaboration with µLearn and the IEEE Kerala Section, emphasizing the importance of teamwork and innovation in the tech community.
Winning Project: AI-Powered Copilot
The first prize was awarded to Adhithyan V. P. from IIT Patna for his groundbreaking project, an AI-powered copilot that integrates Jira, GitHub, and Teams. This innovative solution aims to predict risks, optimize workloads, and ensure compliance through intelligent automation, showcasing the potential of AI in enhancing productivity and efficiency in software development.
Other Notable Projects
The competition also highlighted several other impressive projects:
- Second Prize: Sridharan S. from Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham, Chennai, for SmartCockpit AI. This generative in-car assistant personalizes comfort, infotainment, and safety in real-time, enhancing the driving experience.
- Third Prize: Glenn Mathews and Nandana Murali from Sree Chitra Thirunal College of Engineering, Thiruvananthapuram, for MatchMakerAI. This project staffing assistant utilizes generative AI to form optimal, cost-aware teams with explainable insights.
- Special Jury Mention: Ezhil Srikanth M. and Giridhar N. from Chennai Institute of Technology for their AI-driven team formation solution, Wizard AI.
Valedictory Address
During the valedictory ceremony, Dr. Achuthsankar S. Nair, a retired professor and former Director of CDIT, Government of Kerala, delivered an inspiring address. He congratulated all participants and emphasized the innate nature of innovation. He stated, “Innovation is not something we import – it’s innate. The ability to look at a problem and find a simple, practical solution is where true creativity lies.” Dr. Nair highlighted the spirit of experimentation and the importance of turning constraints into opportunities, a concept often referred to as ‘jugaad’.
Judges and Mentors
The event was graced by notable figures, including Dr. Rajasree M. S., CEO of TrEST Research Park, and Professor Asharaf S., Dean (Academic) of Digital University Kerala, who served as judges and announced the winners. Other prominent attendees included Mr. Deepu S. Nath, Managing Director of FAYA, Mr. Anil S, VP of Engineering at Acsia Technologies, and Mr. Rejeesh R, VP of New Initiatives at Acsia Technologies.
Prizes and Recognition
The winners received cash prizes of ₹50,000, ₹25,000, and ₹15,000, respectively, along with goodies from Acsia Technologies. All participants were awarded certificates and gift hampers, recognizing their hard work and creativity throughout the hackathon.
Acsia Technologies’ Commitment
Jijimon Chandran, Founder and CEO of Acsia Technologies, expressed the company’s commitment to fostering industry-academia collaboration. He stated, “Our journey with academia has always been about shared learning and growth. Through initiatives such as Wheels of the Future, Industry Immersion, Campus Connect, and the Acsia Finishing School, we’ve seen how young minds can turn ideas into impact when given the right platform.” He emphasized that the Acsia Hackathon is not just about coding but about building curiosity, creativity, and confidence among participants.
Conclusion
The hackathon provided an excellent platform for participants to tackle problem statements centered around AI/ML, agentic engineering tools, and data analytics. Senior engineers from Acsia mentored the teams, guiding them in applying design thinking and real-world system integration concepts. This event marked another milestone in Acsia’s mission to foster innovation, bridge academia and industry, and prepare young engineers for the software-defined vehicle era.
Note: The information provided in this article is based on the details available as of November 2025.
