Optima 2025, IIT Kharagpur
IIT Kharagpur, a premier hub for technology and research, is set to host Optima 2025, the flagship Techno-Optimization Fest of the Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, from March 7 to 9, 2025. This dynamic event will unite some of the sharpest minds in technology, optimization, and business strategy, offering a unique platform for competition, learning, and networking with industry leaders.
Established in 1951, IIT Kharagpur is one of India’s oldest and most esteemed engineering institutions, renowned for its groundbreaking research and academic excellence. The Department of Industrial & Systems Engineering, the driving force behind Optima, has a distinguished legacy in operations research, supply chain management, and data-driven decision-making.
Optima 2023 was a resounding success, showcasing cutting-edge competitions, insightful guest lectures, and prestigious industry sponsorships. The event drew top talent from IITs, NITs, and IIMs, who competed in challenges spanning operations research, artificial intelligence, finance, and simulation modeling.
Renowned speakers included Dr. Ravindra K. Ahuja (Founder & CEO, Optym), Prof. M. K. Tiwari (Director, IIM Mumbai), and industry experts from Tata Steel, Swiggy, Sabre Travel Technologies, and Air India Digital & Tech.
Backed by leading sponsors such as Air India, Blue Yonder, FlexSim, and Ormae, Optima 2023 further strengthened the connection between academia and industry, paving the way for future innovations in tech and optimization.
A Hub for Innovation and Excellence
Optima 2025 will feature a diverse lineup of high-impact competitions, guest lectures, and workshops designed to cultivate problem-solving abilities, analytical thinking, and industry readiness among students. Participants will tackle real-world challenges, sharpen their technical skills, and connect with professionals from leading global firms.
Flagship Competitions
With a ₹3,00,000 prize pool and pre-placement interview (PPI) opportunities for top performers, Optima 2025 offers a range of domain-specific challenges, including:
- HackTank – A BizTech Hackathon where participants solve business and technology-driven problems, with ₹1,00,000 in prizes and PPIs for winners.
- Strategy Sutram – A business strategy challenge that tests decision-making and problem-solving skills.
- Operheimer – A competition focused on operations modeling, optimization, and logistics.
- AI Odyssey – A challenge for AI and machine learning enthusiasts, evaluating their ability to develop intelligent models.
- Stratathon – A game theory-based strategy event, assessing negotiation and decision-making prowess.
Optima 2025 promises to be a thrilling platform for innovation, competition, and career growth!
Industry-Led Learning & Opportunities
A key highlight of Optima 2025 is its guest lecture series, featuring top industry experts who will share insights on artificial intelligence, operations research, data science, supply chain management, and business strategy. Additionally, exclusive hands-on workshops by leading companies will equip participants with practical experience in emerging technologies and industry best practices.
Industry Collaborations & Sponsorships
Optima 2025 is proudly sponsored by Hire3X, Sirius DigiTech, Blue Yonder, and Optym, organizations renowned for their contributions to technology and optimization. These partnerships ensure that the event remains closely aligned with industry trends, offering participants valuable exposure to career and networking opportunities.
Registration & Participation
Students from IITs, NITs, and top business schools across the country are invited to compete. With a ₹3,00,000+ prize pool and internship & job opportunities, Optima 2025 serves as the ultimate platform for aspiring professionals to showcase their skills and gain industry recognition.
Register now at: www.optima.org.in
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