Kshitij 4.0

Date

22 - 25 Jan 2026

Time

All Day Event | Main Program Starts at 9:00 AM IST

Location

MANIT

Competitions

Poster for Photon Race Challenge

Photon Race Challenge

Develop a robust rover demonstrating advanced mobility, obstacle negotiation, and stable control across difficult terrain, integrating innovative engineering to achieve reliable performance under simulated extraterrestrial surface conditions.

Prize Pool

₹10,000

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Poster for Drone Design Challenge

Drone Design Challenge

The Drone Design Challenge encourages students to explore the conceptual and theoretical design of advanced drones. Teams create detailed system architectures, analyze feasibility, and validate their ideas through simulations, focusing on performance, innovation, and real-world applicability. Open to all branches

Prize Pool

₹10,000

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About the Event

Kshitij is the annual techno-cultural extravaganza organized by Astro Alliance under Techno Search, bringing together innovation, creativity, and pure adrenaline. With a perfect blend of technical competitions and interactive activities, the fest encourages participants to think critically, design smart solutions, and enjoy the thrill of competition. This year, Kshitij 4.0 is being conducted as a part of Techno Search Maffick 2026, making it an integral highlight of the fest.

What to Expect ?

  • 🚀 Drone Design Competition A platform to showcase your engineering creativity by designing innovative drone concepts. Focus on system architecture, control approach, sensors, and feasibility backed by clear technical logic.
  • ⚡ Photon Race A fast-paced hardware challenge where precision, speed, and strategy define success. Build and race your photon bot through an exciting track designed to test your circuit and problem-solving skills.
  • 🎮 Games under Maffick A variety of engaging and competitive games to keep the energy high and the excitement alive throughout the fest.
  • 🧠 LRC Room (Logic, Reasoning & Challenges) Test your logical thinking, reasoning abilities, and teamwork through interactive puzzles and mind-challenging tasks.
  • ✨ Think. Design. Compete. Experience. Kshitij 4.0 is where technology meets excitement