Achievements

Achievements 2024-25

Student Achievements

Best Project Winners

Arjun A and Devananda Nair from S4 CSE A won the Best Project Award for their innovative NLP project by Core.ai, demonstrating advanced techniques and real-world applications. The project, conducted from 29th December to 2nd February, showcased their expertise in Natural Language Processing, setting a high standard for AI-driven solutions.

Hackathon Winners

Manu Madhu, Naveen Ravi, and Sirin Simon from S4 CSE (2023 admission) won 1st place in the 30-hour hackathon at Zynapse 2025, Bharata Mata College, securing a ₹20,000 cash prize. Competing as Team Innov8, they developed #GenEdu, a solution for sustainable, quality education that enhances learning by improving efficiency and organization.

Paid Internships

Nyasa Rajan (S8 B.Tech CSE, 2021-’25 batch) has secured a paid internship as a Graphic Designer at Neuflo, showcasing her talent and expertise in design.

Malavika Narayanan (S8 B.Tech CSE, 2021-’25 batch) has secured a paid internship as a Product Operations Intern at ClusterDev, highlighting her skills and expertise in the field.

IDEATHON THIRD PRIZE

The Techie Tribe team from the CSE Department secured third place in the IDEA Presentation Competition organized by the Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Centre (IEDC) at TIST on January 29, 2025. Their project, aligned with the theme “Reinnovating Existing Inventions,” demonstrated exceptional problem-solving and innovation.The team included Nandana R Nair, Uthara J, Navomi Jisha Sajie, and Nayanendhu Girish (S2 CSE).

D-Zone Handball Tournament Winners

Students from the Department of CSE were also a part of the TIST Handball Team, which achieved remarkable success at the APJ Abdul Kalam University D-Zone Handball Tournament held at KMEA College on February 1, 2025. The Men’s Team secured first place, while the Women’s Team finished as second runner-up. Representing CSE, Aishath Rehman, Dilsha P P, Nayanamol K J (S4), Nissia Samuel, Revathy Pradeep, Afeefa (S8), Harikrishnan S, Narayanan K, and Amal (S6) showcased outstanding teamwork and dedication.

tHINK cREATE eNGINEER program at IIT Madras

A team from TIST, comprising Sreekanth V P, Narayanan (S6 CSE), Kasyap, Nikku P Jose, Mohammed Ahal (S4 CSE), and faculty member Amal Das, participated in a three-day residential workshop at IIT Madras, organized by PALS from January 27-29, 2025. The event focused on enhancing creative thinking through expert sessions and hands-on activities.

The team attended technical sessions, explored student innovations at the Center for Innovation (CFI), and engaged in Happiness and Music Appreciation workshops. Their project on Kevlar and aerogel for weaponized drones secured first place, with Narayanan and Kasyap also winning in their respective domains. The workshop fostered innovation, teamwork, and problem-solving, providing valuable exposure to cutting-edge technology and creative ideation.

Tink – her- hack 3.0 Winners

The TINK-HER-HACK 3.0 women’s hackathon, organized by TinkerHub TOCH on January 24-25, 2025, saw outstanding performances from CSE teams, securing the top three positions.

First Place: Team Techno Tribe developed “The Intimate Guide” (Members: Neethu Biju, Nandana K P, Sreelakshmi N).
Second Place: Team Techninja developed “HerHaven” (Members: Thanmaya S Krishna, Surya Gopalakrishnan, Saranya Raju).
Third Place: Team Techie Unniyarcha developed “FutureHer” (Members: Gayathri J S, Ganga Gireesh, Krishnapriya Rajeev).

The hackathon fostered innovation, collaboration, and problem-solving, empowering women in technology through creative solutions.

Student Achievements

Aadhil Kassim P N and Aakash Rajeev (B.Tech S1 CSE, 2024-’28 batch) brought pride to the college by securing 3rd place in the prestigious State-level AI Quiz for Learners held at Kanakakunnu Palace, Thiruvananthapuram, on December 10, 2024. Competing with top district-level winners, they showcased exceptional skills through challenging written rounds, bounce-and-pounce sessions, and an electrifying buzzer round. They received ₹8,000, certificates, and the book AI For You. The event, part of ICGAIFE 2.0 by the Dept. of Higher Education, was hosted by quiz master Major Chandrakant Nair and attended by eminent dignitaries.

Devananda Nair, Festin Biju (B.Tech S4 CSE, 2023-’27 batch), Alwin Sajan,and Adarsh Abraham Johnson (B.Tech S6 CSE, 2022-’26 batch) showcased their innovative ideas at the Money Conclave by participating in the prestigious Ideathon, a flagship initiative of the event. Their submissions were shortlisted among the best entries, earning them a spot in the final round. This remarkable achievement highlights their creativity and problem-solving skills, as they successfully secured their ticket to the grandfinale of the Ideathon.

Festin Biju (B.Tech S4 CSE, 2023-’27 batch) has secured an internship as a Flutter Developer at Lifosys Digital Systems Pvt. Ltd., demonstrating his strong technical skills and commitment to software development. This achievement highlights his dedication to mastering cutting-edge technologies in mobile appdevelopment.

Eldhose Saju, Irene Issan, and FidhaanAsmeer (B. Tech S1 CSE, 2024-’28 batch) emerged as the winners of Project UNO 1: Mastering Git and GitHub, a competition organized by CSAT in collaboration with the Core.ai Club of the Department of Computer Science and Technology, TIST.

Student Achievements

Vinayak Arsh (B.Tech 2021-‘25) successfully completed the NPTELSWAYAM course on Google Cloud Computing Foundations and earned a Top 5% Elite Certificate.

Outstanding Achievement in District-Level AI Quiz

Aadhil Kassim P N and Aakash Rajeev (B.Tech, 2024 – ‘28) secured 1st Place, and Manu Madhu and Naveen Ravi (B.Tech, 2023 – ‘27) achieved 2nd Place in the District-Level AI Quiz for Learners, organized by the Department of Higher Education and IHRD, Govt. of Kerala as part of International Conclave on Generative AI and the future of Education 2.0 . This esteemed event, designed to spark enthusiasm for Artificial Intelligence among students, highlighted their exceptional talent, dedication, and competitive spirit, bringing pride and recognition to our institution.

Akshitha Giju Shines at Kerala State Roller Skating Championship

Akshitha Giju (B.Tech 2024-‘28 ), showcased her exceptional talent by winning four bronze medals in speed skating at the Kerala State Roller Skating Championship. The event took place in Palakkad from November 1st to 4th, 2024. Her remarkable achievement highlights her dedication and skill in the sport.

Proud Moment for Our Kho-Kho Team at KTU-D Zone Championship

Rehan Rajesh (B.Tech 2022-’26), Eldho G Blayil, N Pranav, and Pranav Krishna P K (B.Tech 2024-’28) showcased exceptional teamwork and determination, helping their team secure the Runner-Up position in the KTU-D Zone Kho-Kho (Men’s) Championship. The competition was held on November 5th and 6th, 2024, at SSTE Karukutty.

Champions of Chess Tournament

Adarsh P.B (S5 CSE) and Abel Kurain (S3 CSE) from the Department of CSE excelled at the KTU D Zone Inter-Collegiate Chess Tournament held at M.A. College, Kothamangalam on 19th October. The team secured the second runner-up position in the All Kerala Inter Zone Tournament at St. Joseph Engineering College, Pala on 29th October.

Akshitha Giju Excels at Ernakulam District Roller Skating Championship

Akshitha Giju (B.Tech 2024 – ‘28) delivered an outstanding performance at the Ernakulam District Roller Skating Championship, held in Kalamassery on October 7-8, 2024. She clinched three silver medals and one bronze, demonstrating exceptional skill and dedication. Her remarkable achievement is a source of pride and inspiration, setting a benchmark at the district level.

CSE Students Win Second Prize in Mathematical Model Building Competition

Irine Paul and Devananda Nair (B.Tech 2023 – ’27) secured the Second Prize for their still model at the Inter-College Mathematical Model Building Competition on December 18, 2023. Organized by the Department of Mathematics, the competition encouraged students to apply mathematical concepts to real-world problems, enhancing problem-solving, analytical, and computational skills. The event, part of the Udyama 1.0 initiative by the Directorate of Technical Education and the Government of Kerala, also promoted teamwork and communication.

Winners of AI-Powered Hackathon for Personalized Learning

Mohammed Sahil, Neha Prasannan, Thanmaya S Krishna, and Gopika Shaju (S5 CSE, TIST) secured the First Prize for their project Micro Learn at the AI-Powered Hackathon, hosted by the Department of Computer Science & Engineering in association with IEEE and IEEE-CS Toc H. The event, part of the Udyama 1.0 initiative by the Directorate of Technical Education and the Government of Kerala, focused on Personalized Learning Systems Using AI, fostering innovative solutions for education. The Third Prize was shared by two teams: AI-Powered Personalized Quiz Generator with Crypto-Based Incentives by Aadhil Kassim P N, Aakash Rajeev, Aldrin Jacob, Arjun K S (S1 CSE, TIST) and EduBot: Personalized AI Mentor by Adarsh Abraham Johnson, Deva Nanda Nair, Irine Paul, Aswathy Gopinath (S3, S5 CSE, TIST). Congratulations to all the winners!

CSE Team Wins Hydro-Innovate Hackathon

Malavika Narayanan,Rini Sara Markose, and Akhil P.S. (B.Tech 2021-2025) emerged as the winners of Hydro-Innovate, a hackathon focused on clean water solutions. Organized by the Department of Information Technology in collaboration with the Directorate of Technical Education as part of Udyama 1.0, the event was held on September 23, 2024.The hackathon aimed to inspire innovative approaches to addressing challenges in clean water and sanitation. Congratulations to the winning team for their outstanding achievement!

MaveliGPT 2.0: Unleashing AI Creativity

The MaveliGPT 2.0 Maveli Bot Maker Challenge, organized by TinkerHubTocH Kochi, challenged participants to redefine AI creativity. Arjun A and Devananda (B.Tech 2023-’27) demonstrated exceptional innovation, securing the top two positions in the competition. The event provided an engaging platform to delve into efficient AI solutions, sparking active participation and keen interest among attendees.

Faculty Achievement

Assistant Professor Baazil P. Thampi has been honored with a Certificate of Appreciation from IEEE, recognizing his outstanding contributions and dedication to the field. This acknowledgment reflects his commitment to advancing technological innovation and his active involvement in the IEEE community.

Achievements 2023-24

1. 𝐊𝐓𝐔𝐂𝐄𝐑𝐃 (𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭) 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠

We are proud to announce that the final year B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering students have secured Rs. 35,850 in funding from KTU CERD 2023-’24 under the Student Project Category – CSE for their innovative project, ‘Smart Fish Tank Cleaner’. The talented team, consisting of Abdu Nafih, Adithya T S, Amith Prabha, and Arish Thomas Varghese (B.Tech CSE, 2020-’24 batch), is led by Principal Investigator Assoc. Prof. Dr. Saira Varghese, with Co-Investigator Asst. Prof. Jacob Jose Chemmankuzha and Mentor Asst. Prof. Baazil P Thampy. We congratulate the team and their mentors for this achievement and look forward to the successful implementation of their project.

2. Celebrating B.Tech Innovators: Merit Award for “INTELLIBIN”

We are thrilled to congratulate Aamil K Niyas, Arjun T S, Abhay S, and Abhishek A U from the B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (2020-’24 batch) on their remarkable achievement. Their project, “INTELLIBIN”, was honored at the National Technology Day 2024 celebrations held in Thiruvananthapuram on 18 May 2024. The team received the merit award and a cash prize of Rs. 10,000 for their outstanding innovation and creativity in the college students’ category.

The event, themed ‘Fostering Creative Tech – Igniting Young Minds to Innovate’, was organized by the Kerala Digital University of Sciences, Innovation and Technology (Digital University Kerala, DUK) in collaboration with the Kerala State Council for Science, Technology, and Environment (KSCSTE), Government of Kerala.

This recognition is a testament to their hard work, dedication, and commitment to advancing technology. We are immensely proud of their achievements and look forward to witnessing their continued success.

Malavika Narayanan Awarded Prestigious Grace Hopper Celebration Scholarship

Toc H Institute of Science and Technology proudly congratulates Ms. Malavika Narayanan for her remarkable achievement in receiving the Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC) Scholarship from AnitaB.org. Founded by Dr. Anita Borg in 1987, AnitaB.org is a prominent digital community for women in computing.

The GHC is the world’s largest annual gathering of women and non-binary technologists. As a scholarship recipient, Malavika will enjoy complimentary registration to attend GHC ‘24 virtually from Philadelphia, October 6-11, 2024. She will also receive premium AnitaB.org membership benefits for one year, including networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and access to exclusive academic and technical events. Congratulations to Malavika for this outstanding honor!

CSE Students Shine: Advancing to Next Round of ISRO Robotics Challenge 2024!

We extend heartfelt congratulations to Bryan Abraham and Rohith Ramdas V from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering for their outstanding performance in the ISRO Robotics Challenge – URSC 2024 at the National level. Their team’s achievement in reaching the top 10% is a remarkable accomplishment and demonstrates their exceptional skills and dedication. We are proud to announce that Bryan and Rohith have advanced to the next round of the competition. We wish them continued success in this prestigious event.

KTU-D Zone Chess (Men) Championship

Toc H Institute of Science and Technology celebrates a proud moment as our Chess Team clinches victory in the KTU-D Zone Chess (Men) Championship at MA College of Engineering on November 19, 2023. Congratulations to the accomplished students: Varun M (S7 CSE), Himal V P (S7 CSE), and Adarsh P.B (S3 CSE). Their skill and dedication shine, bringing honor to our institution. Well done, champions

𝑲𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒂 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆 𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍 𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅 𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒛𝒆 at 𝑰𝑬𝑬𝑬 𝑫𝒂𝒚 𝑷𝑬𝑺 𝑸𝒖𝒊𝒛

Heartfelt congratulations to 𝐅𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐁𝐢𝐣𝐮, first-year B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering at Toc H, for securing the 𝑲𝒆𝒓𝒂𝒍𝒂𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒍𝑺𝒆𝒄𝒐𝒏𝒅𝑷𝒓𝒊𝒛𝒆 (First prize in Kochi Hub Level) at the 𝑰𝑬𝑬𝑬𝑫𝒂𝒚𝑷𝑬𝑺𝑸𝒖𝒊𝒛 organized by IEEE PES Kerala Chapter. The event, hosted by Cochin University of Science and Technology on November 4, 2023, signifies our commitment to nurturing excellence and innovation among our students.

Dr. Sreela Sreedhar Leads Toc H at TechEx Europe 2023, Amsterdam

We’re elated to congratulate Dr. Sreela Sreedhar, the Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at Toc H, for representing our institution at TechEx Europe 2023 in Amsterdam. TechEx Europe, held on September 26-27, 2023, in the Netherlands, stands as a premier enterprise technology exhibition and conference series. Featuring solution-based case studies, 16 conference tracks, live demonstrations, and abundant networking opportunities, it spotlights key trends in technology innovation, including IoT, digital transformation, AI, big data, cybersecurity, cloud computing, and blockchain.

Dr. Sreela Sreedhar’s participation in this esteemed event not only reflects her dedication but also guarantees that Toc H remains at the forefront of technological advancements. Her unwavering commitment to staying updated with the latest trends and innovations is truly commendable, and we take immense pride in having her as our HOD, leading the way toward a brighter future in the world of technology and education.

Rini Sara Markose: Honored with the Grace Hopper Celebration Scholarship

Ms. Rini Sara Markose’s remarkable achievement deserves applause as she receives the prestigious Grace Hopper Celebration (GHC) Scholarship from AnitaB.org. GHC is the world’s largest annual gathering for women and non-binary technologists. This scholarship provides Rini with complimentary registration for GHC 23, taking place virtually in Orlando from September 26-29, 2023. It also includes one year of premium AnitaB.org membership, offering valuable networking opportunities, mentorship programs, and access to an empowering community of women and non-binary technologists. This accomplishment marks a significant milestone in Rini’s journey.

Inspiring Success: Akhil P S, Co-founder of Finity Tech Craft, and Tech Community Leader

Akhil P S (CSE 2021-’25), the Co-founder of Finity Tech Craft, has achieved remarkable success with his innovative mobile app. His dedication and hard work have paid off, showcasing both technical skills and creative problem-solving abilities. As the App Lead of Google Developer Student Clubs and Learning Facilitator of TinkerHub student communities, Akhil not only achieves personal success but also actively contributes to the growth and development of the tech community at Toc H.

Ms. Liya Shaji (B.Tech CSE 2021-’25) was selected as the Google Developer Student Club Lead for the Campus, for the 2023-‘24 academic year.

Achievements 2022-23

STUDENT ACHIEVEMENTS

BEST PROJECT AWARD

O𝑢𝑟 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑙𝑒𝑑 ‘𝐕𝐑 𝐂𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐬 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞’ 𝑠𝑒𝑐𝑢𝑟𝑒𝑑 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐢𝐧 𝐈𝐍𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐈𝐂𝐎𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟑, 𝑎𝑛 𝐼𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑐𝑜𝑙𝑙𝑒𝑔𝑖𝑎𝑡𝑒 𝑁𝑎𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛𝑎𝑙-𝑙𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑙 𝑃𝑟𝑜𝑗𝑒𝑐𝑡 𝐶𝑜𝑚𝑝𝑒𝑡𝑖𝑡𝑖𝑜𝑛 ℎ𝑜𝑠𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑏𝑦 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐷𝑒𝑝𝑡. 𝑜𝑓𝐶𝑆𝐸, 𝐴𝐼𝑆𝐴𝑇, 𝐾𝑜𝑐ℎ𝑖𝑜𝑛 26 𝑀𝑎𝑦 2023. 𝑇ℎ𝑒 𝑡𝑒𝑎𝑚 𝑚𝑒𝑚𝑏𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑟𝑒 𝐄𝐦𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐞𝐥 𝐏 𝐒𝐚𝐣𝐢, 𝐆 𝐀𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐤𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐡𝐧𝐚𝐧, 𝐋𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐦𝐢 𝐒𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐲𝐚 𝐊𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐍𝐢𝐝𝐡𝐢𝐧 𝐍𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐤𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐫 (𝐁.𝐓𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐂𝐒𝐄𝟐𝟎𝟏𝟗-’𝟐𝟑𝐛𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡), 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐭. 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠), 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐝 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐭. 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐟. 𝐂𝐢𝐧𝐮 𝐒𝐤𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚. Tℎ𝑒𝑦 𝑟𝑒𝑐𝑒𝑖𝑣𝑒𝑑 𝑎 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐳𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐑𝐬. 𝟏𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐦𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐭 𝐜𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬

TINKERHUB COMMUNITY LEADS

Akhil P S and Pranavkrishna Vadhyar (S3, CSE, CSE TocH ) has been selected as TLF at the Tinker Hub foundation.

MALAVIKA NARAYANAN (CSE) GOT SELECTED AS PROJECT LEAD – CAMPUS INITIATIVE, TINKERHUB

PEOPLE10 HACKATHON

Roshan Mathews and Kevin Bobby (S7 CSE) received “Jury Special Mention award” for their prototype on “IOT based Water Quality Monitoring System using Blockchain” as part of People10 Code Combat Hackathon held at People10 Banglore Office. Code Combat was a 1 week event, where the best of practitioners and the brightest of engineers came together to solve real problems on the specified code combat themes.

GENDER&TECHNOLOGYPROGRAMPARTICIPANTS-ICFOSS

Completed 3 Day Residential Camp – “Machine Learning through Python” Organized by ICFOSSexclusively for girl students. 26 students (11 students in first batch, 15 students in second batch)Venue: ICFOSSTrainingCentre, SportsHub,GreenField, Karyavattom

Ms. Anagha Sreekumar of 2018-‘22 B.Tech CSE is awarded among the University Level Top 2% of all successful candidates in B.Tech CSE Exams, 2022 under APJ Abdul KalamTechnological University.

Alvin Jose, Adith K V, Abdul Rahman and Abhinav Prasanth (2022-’26 CSE) secured third prize EMANATE – Managerial Hackathon by IEEE (PIE) under kerala section at CET, Trivandrum on November 6^th, 2022.

Second Prize – TECHNOHACK organized by IEDC MEC

Rohit Ramdas, Liya Shaji, Malavika Narayanan, and Rohit Pradeep Sudarsanan (2021-’25 CSE) secured second prize in the TECHNOHACK organized by IEDC MEC, in 18 March 2023. The project focused on developing an app in Health Track. They developed, Ichor, a blood donation app which helps in efficient blood donation by individuals and blood request by organizations.