+91-7314013361 idealab@piemr.edu.in Open 24/7 for Students

Prestige Institute

of Engineering Management And Research, Indore

An AICTE IDEA LAB INSTITUTION

AICTE IDEA Lab @ PIEMR

Our Vision

"To create a vibrant ecosystem of innovation and entrepreneurship by transforming knowledge into reality through hands-on expression and creative freedom."

Our Mission

  • To prepare students for Industry 4.0 by providing training in critical thinking, problem-solving, and design.
  • To promote multidisciplinary learning and collaboration across different engineering branches.
  • To provide a platform for faculty and students to "engage, explore, experiment, and excite" in prototyping.
  • To support local industry and MSMEs by offering product development and research facilities.

About IDEA Lab

The AICTE IDEA (Idea Development, Evaluation & Application) Lab at PIEMR is a state-of-the-art facility established to encourage students to apply science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) fundamentals towards hands-on learning and product visualization.

Our lab operates 24x7, providing students and faculty with the tools and mentorship needed to convert ideas into prototypes. We aim to foster a culture of innovation and research, aligning with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 goals of experiential learning.

Key Information

IDEA: Idea Development, Evaluation & Application

Scheme: AICTE-IDEA Lab Scheme

Project Cost: Rs. 112.16 Lakhs

AICTE Contribution: 50 lakhs+
Grant Amount: 50 lakhs+
Prestige Institute Campus
Dr. Manojkumar Deshpande
Chief Coordinator

Dr. Yogesh Pandya
Faculty Coordinator

Ankit Soni
Faculty Co-Coordinator

Objectives of AICTE IDEA Lab

01

Make engineering education more practical and hands-on, moving away from rote learning.

02

Provide 24x7 access to facilities for students to work on projects and ideas at their own pace.

03

Training in strict adherence to Code of Conduct and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for industry readiness.

04

Encourage "learning by doing" and participating in national/international hackathons and design contests.

05

Facilitate internships and professional skilling programs for deeper industry engagement.

06

To serve as a hub for startups and incubators to develop their Minimum Viable Products (MVPs).

Lab Facilities & Equipment

We are equipped with advanced machinery to support rapid prototyping and manufacturing.

Major Equipment List

S.No. Image Equipment Name Specification / Features Qty
1 Laser Cutter Laser Cutter CO₂ Laser Cutter, 60–100 W, Working Area ≥ 600×400 mm 1 No.
2 3D Printer 3D Printer (FDM) Build Volume ≥ 200×200×200 mm, PLA/ABS Support 1 No.
3 CNC Router CNC Wood Router 3-Axis, Working Area 1300×2500 mm 1 No.
4 3D Scanner 3D Scanner Handheld, Accuracy ≤ 0.1 mm 1 No.
5 CNC Lathe CNC Lathe Turning Diameter ≥ 200 mm 1 No.

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500+

Students Trained

50+

Projects Completed

20+

Faculty Mentors

24x7

Access Available

Events & Activities

Workshops, Hackathons, and Skilling Programs organized by IDEA Lab.

JAN 2026

Advanced 3D Printing Workshop

A 2-day hands-on workshop on FDM and SLA printing technologies for mechanical engineering students.

Read Report →
FEB 2026

IoT & PCB Design Bootcamp

Learn to design and print your own PCBs and integrate them with IoT sensors in this intensive bootcamp.

Register Now →
MAR 2026

National Innovation Hackathon

Showcase your prototypes and win prizes worth 2 Lakhs. Open to all departments.

Coming Soon →
View All Past Events
📢 New: Registrations open for "Design Thinking 101" Workshop. | 🏆 Congratualtions to Team RoboWorks for winning the Smart India Hackathon! | 🔔 Lab maintenance scheduled for this Sunday.

Focus Domains

🛠

Product Design & Prototyping

🖥

IoT & Embedded Systems

Smart Manufacturing

🤖

Robotics & Automation

💻

Artificial Intelligence

Mechanisms & Fabrication

Visit Us

Address

AICTE IDEA Lab, PIEMR
Prestige Vihar, Scheme No. 74C,
Sector D, Vijay Nagar,
Indore, Madhya Pradesh 452010

+91-7314013361
idealab@piemr.edu.in

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Our Partners & Collaborators

MSME Indore
Dassault Systems
Red Hat Academy
NITI Aayog

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