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Virtual
Immersive worlds, simulation and the systems that blur physical and digital.
01 — ABOUT
One campus,
two disciplines,
one arena.
TECHASTRA is the flagship symposium of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at Dr. M.G.R. Educational and Research Institute, celebrated for its impact year after year. The 18th edition brings builders and defenders together — a platform for young engineers to showcase their talent, learn from academicians and industry experts, and forge valuable connections.
HOST DEPARTMENT
Computer Science & Engineering
Established in 1988 and committed to excellence in UG, PG and research programmes — B.Tech CSE, M.Tech CSE and Ph.D.
Instagram · @mgreri_cse ↗
HOST DEPARTMENT
Cyber Security
Shaping the next generation of defenders — B.Tech CSE (Cyber Security), B.Tech & M.Tech CFIS, B.Sc ISCF and more.
Instagram · @mgrericybersecurity ↗02 — THEME
Six letters. One VISION.
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Intelligence
AI and machine learning that learn, reason and assist at scale.
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Sustainable
Technology built to last — efficient, responsible and green by design.
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Innovation
Fresh ideas, bold prototypes and the courage to ship them.
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Operations
Secure, resilient infrastructure that keeps everything running.
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Next Generation Network
The connected fabric of tomorrow — 5G, IoT and beyond.
Registrations open soon
See you on October 8 & 9, 2026. Follow us to be the first to know when events and registration forms go live.
DATES
October 8 & 9, 2026
Thursday & Friday
VENUE
Dr. M.G.R. Educational & Research Institute
Poonamallee High Rd, Maduravoyal, Chennai 600095
SOCIAL
Dept. of CSE
Dept. of Cyber Security