Research Excellence: The 2025 Innovation Awards at RNSIT
Introduction
At the RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT), research is not just an academic requirement but a cornerstone of its institutional identity. In 2025, the institute took a major step forward by instituting the "Research Excellence Award", conferred upon outgoing students who demonstrate exceptional dedication to critical inquiry and technical innovation. This award highlights RNSIT's evolution into a research-led institution where undergraduate talent is encouraged to push the boundaries of existing technology.
- The 2025 Innovation Highlights: RNS Institute of Technology 's R&D centers have recently reported major milestones in interdisciplinary engineering. Notable projects include the development of a fully functional Unmanned Electric Vehicle (UEV) and a sophisticated Humanoid Robot along with its Digital Twin. These projects involve students from CSE, ECE, and Mechanical branches, fostering a collaborative culture that mirrors the complexity of global research and development centers.
- Continuous Training and Internships: The placement journey at RNSIT includes structured "Prostart Placement Training" for the newer batches (e.g., the 2028 batch). This training focuses on aptitude, mock interviews, and technical projects. The institute also facilitates path-breaking placements and paid internships with companies like LSEG and Societe Generale, ensuring that students possess the practical skills demanded by industries worldwide.
- Support for Scholarly Publications: To maintain academic rigor, the institute provides extensive support for faculty and students to publish in high-impact journals. Since 2020, RNSIT has seen over 200+ research publications and the awarding of 35 Ph.D. degrees from its specialized R&D centers. By emphasizing "Socially Impactful Research"—such as hybrid bikes for rural transport and code visualizers for education—RNSIT ensures that its intellectual output directly contributes to solving real-world challenges.
Conclusion
The strategic focus on research excellence at RNS Institute of Technology is transforming the student experience from passive learning to active creation. By recognizing and rewarding high-level innovation through the Research Excellence Award, the institute is building a legacy of technocrats who are prepared to lead global R&D initiatives. This commitment to discovery remains a primary differentiator of the RNS Institute of Technology (RNSIT) excellence story.