IDC’24 - India’s premier and globally recognized design competition for engineering students. As the flagship event organized by CADD Centre, Asia’s largest network of engineering design skill training centers, IDC has captivated the minds of around 100,000 engineering and diploma students worldwide.
IDC 2024 is a thrilling month-long journey designed to challenge and cultivate the brightest talents in engineering design. This prestigious competition unfolds in four meticulously planned rounds, held state-wise and at global CADD Centre locations, ensuring an intense and rewarding experience for every participant.
Dive into the realms of innovation and creativity with our diverse competition categories:
Product Design
Building Design
Electrical & Electronic Design
Embark on an exhilarating journey through our four competitive rounds:
Showcase your skills and emerge as a campus champion. Participate in the MCQ round online on design and engineering standards to qualify for IDC’24.
Date: 1 August 2024 - 6 September 2024
Evaluation: Identify the top 10 talents from each college for each discipline.
Compete against the best from your region and rise to the top. Present the best 2D drafting/drawing for the chosen category/domain.
Date: 9 September 2024 - 14 September 2024
Training: Qualify and attend a four-day training on 2D drafting using AutoCAD and ECAD for Electronics to move to the design challenge.
Evaluation: 2D Drawing test for each discipline as per given guidelines.
Prove your mettle on an international stage. Compete to demonstrate your design skills in conceptual and 3D design in your respective domain.
Date: 18 September 2024 - 25 September 2024
Training: 5 days of Virtual model and Concepts training at the Corporate Office. Syllabus prescribed by CADD Centre’s Internal Training Academy (ITA).
Evaluation: Conceptualise and Design for the given challenge under the following categories. Each team should present their drawings and 3D prototype models (Virtual/Physical) as a solution to the given design challenge:
Battle it out with the finest designers and claim ultimate glory. Showcase your design skills and innovations by detailing your design process, the challenges faced, and the innovative solutions to the judges and attendees. This on-ground event is scheduled in a major city in India, bringing together finalists, industry experts, and a distinguished jury.
Date: 6th November 2024
Evaluation: Present your solution to the given design challenge to the jury. They will declare the winners and announce the prizes.
Interaction: Participants will answer questions and receive feedback from the jury, providing a platform for professional growth and networking.
Judging Criteria: Projects will be evaluated based on originality, technical excellence, problem-solving ability and presentation skills.
Mr. Suresh Babu Karuppannan
Building Design, Chennai
Architect, Industrial Designer, and Academician with over 25 years of experience. Currently pursuing doctoral research on Net Zero Energy Buildings at IIT Madras. A member of multiple architectural councils, he has presented innovative papers at national conferences and is involved in pioneering startups.
Mr. Sridhar Gokhale
Electrical/Elec Design, Chennai
Accomplished leader with deep expertise in business operations, greenfield manufacturing, and transformer technology. A research scholar at IIM Indore, he effectively integrates theoretical insights into practice. Passionate about long-distance running and Indian music, he is committed to fostering innovation and customer satisfaction.
Mr. Prasad Diwakar
Product Design, Ahmedabad
With over 27 years of experience in manufacturing, global supply chain, and finance, Prasad is an alumnus of IIM Bangalore and NLSIU. He is passionate about transformational leadership and process optimization. In his free time, he mentors startups and SMEs, particularly in the manufacturing sector.
Dive into the realms of innovation and creativity with our diverse competition categories:
Global Recognition:
Stand out on an international platform and gain invaluable exposure.
Skill Enhancement:
Hone your design skills through rigorous competition.
Career Opportunities:
Open doors to potential sponsorships and collaborations with industry leaders.
Networking:
Connect with like-minded peers, mentors, and industry experts.
This is your chance to leave a mark on the world, one innovative design at a time. This is your chance to shine on a national and international stage!
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