KPIT Technologies has announced the winners of KPIT Sparkle 2026, the 12th edition of its student innovation platform designed to address real-world engineering challenges through prototype-led development.
The program received more than 2,400 idea submissions from students across India, nearly three times the number recorded last year. Participants worked on industry-defined problem statements related to artificial intelligence, automotive engineering, and mobility systems, developing solutions that apply emerging technologies to practical challenges.
The Platinum Award, which carries a prize of ₹10 lakh, was awarded to “SignVisor – The Smart Glass Interface for Sign Language Translation,” developed by students from Saintgits College of Engineering in Kottayam. The wearable system enables real-time translation of sign language through an intelligent interface designed to improve accessibility and communication.
The Gold Award of ₹7 lakh was presented to “ScoutEdge – AI-Powered Global Sports Intelligence Ecosystem,” created by a team from the Indian Institute of Technology Madras. The third prize of ₹3 lakh went to “Laparoscopic Simulator,” developed by students from Pune Vidyarthi Grihas College of Engineering and Technology in Pune.
According to KPIT Technologies, the program involved mentorship from the company’s engineering leaders and domain experts throughout the year-long process. Evaluations included multiple stages of technical reviews, with artificial intelligence tools used to support the assessment process alongside human evaluation.
Ravi Pandit, chairman of KPIT Technologies, said the projects reflected a shift toward solution-focused engineering among students, with teams addressing challenges currently faced by industry.
The 16 finalist teams presented projects covering areas such as AI-driven software engineering, edge and embedded AI architectures, simulation-based vehicle development, autonomous navigation systems, assistive exoskeletons, and energy-efficient mobility technologies.
