( Igniting Minds, Inspiring Innovation )
In Shodh Shikhar is a flagship annual research compendium and festival organized by the AISECT Group of Universities for the past four years, proudly hosted at Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU), Bhopal.
Celebrating the spirit of curiosity, innovation, and academic excellence, Shodh Shikhar has emerged as a vibrant platform for young researchers across India to showcase their research contributions and innovations. The event aligns with the national vision of building a developed and self-reliant India, encouraging research that drives socio-economic growth and technological advancement.
Shodh Shikhar is not just a research conference — it’s a festival of ideas and collaboration, designed to:
Events
Theme: Innovation for Social Impact
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Theme: Atmanirbhar Bharat
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Theme: Sustainable Development
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Theme: Viksit Bharat, Naya Bharat
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Prominent Theme
Humanities and Liberal Arts, Education
Engineering & Technology
Modern Science, Sustainable Agriculture & Food Security
Commerce, Management & Law
Vigyan Pav – Science Communication
Holistic Medical Science
Model Exhibition
Idea Commercialization
A key highlight of Shodh Shikhar is its strong emphasis on applied research and real-world impact, providing a unique platform for young innovators and researchers to showcase their projects with commercialization potential.
Each year, researchers from diverse disciplines present innovative prototypes, models, and research-driven solutions that address contemporary challenges in areas such as technology, healthcare, agriculture, education, environmental sustainability, and social entrepreneurship.
Product/Idea Pitch Sessions:
Selected researchers get the opportunity to pitch their research innovations and business ideas to a panel of investors, startup mentors, and incubation experts, opening doors for funding support and incubation opportunities.
Linkages with AIC-RNTU Incubation Ecosystem:
Through strategic partnerships with entities like the Atal Incubation Centre - RNTU Foundation (AIC-RNTU) and AISECT’s Entrepreneurship Development Cell, researchers are provided with post-event support for prototype development, patent filing, market testing, and scaling.
Recognition and Awards:
Outstanding projects with high commercialization potential are recognized through special awards, including Best Innovation for Social Impact, Best Research Commercialization Idea, and Industry Choice Awards.
Impact So Far:
Shodh Shikhar continues to serve as a vital platform for connecting research with real-world applications, nurturing a culture where academic inquiry leads to tangible social, economic, and technological outcomes.
Publications
At Shodh Shikhar, we believe research should go beyond presentation—it should be published, cited, and celebrated. To ensure lasting academic impact, we support our participants through a robust publication ecosystem that includes annual souvenirs, ISBN‑registered books, and journal submissions to reputed national and international platforms.
A yearly snapshot of research brilliance
Peer‑reviewed in ISBN‑registered volumes
Pathway to reputed journals
Featured Journals Published in
Rabindranath Tagore University (RNTU) is widely recognized as the best university in Bhopal, offering a dynamic, vibrant, and future-focused academic environment. The university provides a wide range of high-end, innovative, and new-age courses designed to meet the evolving needs of today’s job market. With a strong emphasis on practical learning, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, RNTU ensures that students not only gain academic knowledge but also develop essential skills for real-world success.
At RNTU, students benefit from experienced faculty, modern infrastructure, industry tie-ups, and dedicated incubation support through initiatives like the Atal Incubation Centre. The university’s commitment to creating a conducive and career-oriented learning atmosphere empowers students to explore their interests, enhance their capabilities, and achieve excellence in their chosen fields.
This campus nurtures research in regional and rural development, innovation in education, and legal studies, aligning with Shodh Shikhar’s themes.
One of Central India's premier private universities brings strong academic infrastructure, research centers, and interdisciplinary contributions to Shodh Shikhar.
Emerging as a vibrant academic hub in Western MP, CVRU Khandwa actively supports engineering, science, and education tracks at the event.
With strong ties to local development and tribal research, AISECT University Jharkhand brings unique perspectives to social innovation and sustainability themes.
India’s first skill-based university, SGSU is redefining employability through applied learning and industry-linked research, making it a vital co-host.
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Shodh Shikhar is a national platform that brings together researchers, innovators, and science communicators to foster collaboration, share groundbreaking ideas, and promote public understanding of science.
The conference celebrates excellence across disciplines through prestigious awards such as Best Research Paper, Young Innovator, Science Communicator of the Year, and more. Winners are honored with certificates, trophies, recognition, and valuable networking opportunities — making Shodh Shikhar not just a conference — but a launchpad for impactful ideas and future leaders in science and innovation.
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