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Department of Computer Science & Engineering (AIML)

Student Achievements

Abhishek Nikam (Team Lead), Trupti Sukale, Kosada Bhat, Harshil Biyani, Ansh Dudhe PCCOE - CSE (AI&ML) are Winners, secured 1st Prize in PS3 with a cash award of ₹5,00,000* competing against talented participants and startups from across the country. The team has achieved an outstanding milestone at the NHCX Hackathon 2026 – Accelerating Health Claims Journey, organized by the National Health Authority (NHA) in collaboration with IIT Hyderabad, NRCeS, General Insurance Council (GIC), Google, India Insurtech Association (IIA), and NATHealth.
Soham Devidas Mhatre from CSE (AI & ML) Department secure 2nd RunnerUp position at National Level Hackathon -AMD AI Sprint with 50000 Rs Cash Prize.
Anish Patade from Department of CSE (AI & ML) secured 3rd Rank in International Level Techfiesta Hackathon 2025 with Cash prize of Rs. 10,000, trophy and certificates.

  • Jivan Karande from Final year B - tech CSE(AI & ML) won the State Level Prestigious theatre Competition VINODOTTAM KARANDAK 2024 for " Marriage Academy. Play. Written and Directed by, Jivan Santosh Karande.

  • Mr. Manthan Barhate from T.Y.B.Tech CSE (AI & ML) student secured 1st Victory place in the “DataQuest” event during Pulzion 24-Tech Across Ages, Conducted by PICT ACM Student Chapter (PASC) from Oct 3rd 2024 to Oct 5th 2024
  • Mr. Soham Mhatre from T.Y.B.Tech CSE (AI & ML) student secured 2nd place in the “DataQuest” event during Pulzion 24-Tech Across Ages, Conducted by PICT ACM Student Chapter (PASC) from Oct 3rd 2024 to Oct 5th 2024

    Jeevan karande from T.Y.B.Tech got Consolation prize in Acting at Daji Kaka Gadgil Karandak
  • Jeevan karande from T.Y.B.Tech received First State Level Award at Satara nagarparishad, satara sponsored Dada Maharaj Karandak on the “Moon without sky”

Second Year Students

Shreeraj Patil

Team Automatons

Samiksha Suresh Dhurve - Team Automatons

Competition: DD Robocon 2024
Achievement: National Runner-Up (All India Rank 2)
Contributions:
  • Trained the model for object detection.
  • Developed strategy and path planning using OpenCV.
  • Integrated sensor feedback for navigation.
  • Set up the operating system for hardware input/output management.
Shreeraj Patil

Team Maverick

Aniruddha Patil - Team Maverick

Competition: SAE International AeroDesign Challenge West 2024
Achievement:
  • Mission Requirement Ranking: 4th
  • Overall World Ranking: 10th
Contributions:
  • Worked as junior autonomous and avionics engineer in the team to develop a electric propulsion system involving speed controllers with appropriate propellers under a 750W power limitation.
  • Manufacturing three UAVs and carried multiple testings for assembly and payload lifting capacity. Approached various electronic motors and UAV marketplaces for sponsorship and marketing

Aayush Bodhke - Team Maverick

Competition: SAE International AeroDesign Challenge West 2024
Achievement:
  • Mission Requirement Ranking: 4th
  • Overall World Ranking: 10th
Contributions:
  • Worked as Avionics and Autonomous Engineer




Third Year Students

Shreeraj Patil

Team Red Baron

Parth Singhal - Team Red Baron

Competition: E-BAJA SAE INDIA 2023
Achievements:
  • All India Rank: 12th
  • CAE Event: 2nd
  • Sledge Pull Event: 1st
  • Best 4WD Vehicle: 3rd
  • Green Efficient Vehicle: 1st
  • Cost Event: 5th
Contributions:
  • Electric Powertrain, DAQ (DATA ACQUISITION) and Marketing
  • Revamped the battery pack configuration to achieve maximum capacity using ML algorithms.
  • Developed a live data logging system for an e-ATV which continuously tracked the sensors on the vehicle, leveraging the entire racing experience as it updated the database in real time while giving the driver the correct status of the vehicle.
  • Secured significant manufacturing sponsorships for the team.
  • Sakshi Jambhulkar - - Team Red Baron

    Competition: E-BAJA SAE INDIA 2023
    Achievements:
    • All India Rank: 12th
    • CAE Event: 2nd
    • Sledge Pull Event: 1st
    • Best 4WD Vehicle: 3rd
    • Green Efficient Vehicle: 1st
    • Cost Event: 5th
    Contributions:
    • Integrated various sensors & micro-controllers like ESP32 & Arduino UNO
    • Validated the readings for Low Voltage
    • Contributed in the testing of over 800 cells which were used to build the accumulator for the Electric Vehicle
    • Contributed in the domain of Data acquisition by using ThingSpeak and explored the dual core nature of ESP32
    • Performed data analysis using MATLAB on the real-time data received by the sensors
    Shreeraj Patil

    Team Automatons

    Aparna Hatte - Team Automatons

    Competition: National ABU Robocon 2023 (DD Robocon India 2023)
    Achievement: All India Rank 14
    Contributions:
    • On-the-go learning/Rapid Prototyping
    • Proficiently coded Arduino systems for sensor integration in robotics projects.
    • Implemented depth cameras using Jetson Nano and Mega for advanced computer vision.
    • Trained a deep learning model for pole detection, aligning with the 2023 Robocon theme.

    Sayali Jadhav - Team Automatons

    Competition: National ABU Robocon 2023 (DD Robocon India 2023)
    Achievement: All India Rank 14
    Contributions:
    • On-the-go learning/Rapid Prototyping
    • Proficiently coded Arduino systems for sensor integration in robotics projects.
    • Implemented depth cameras using Jetson Nano and Mega for advanced computer vision.
    • Trained a deep learning model for pole detection, aligning with the 2023 Robocon theme.

    Aditya Pokharna - Team Automatons

    Competition: National ABU Robocon 2023 (DD Robocon India 2023)
    Achievement: All India Rank 14
    Contributions:
    • Marketing Department
    • Spreading awareness: Generating excitement for Team Automatons and the competition through posters, social media campaigns, or presentations.
    • Securing sponsorships: Identifying potential sponsors, drafting proposals, or coordinating with sponsors to secure funding.
    • Building team image: Creating a strong visual identity for Team Automatons through logos, t-shirts, or managing the team's online presence.

    Ashirwad Kankaria - Team Automatons

    Competition: National ABU Robocon 2023 (DD Robocon India 2023)
    Achievement: All India Rank 14
    Contributions:
    • Embedded Systems Programmer
    • Served as an Embedded Systems Programmer, contributing to the development of a robot for participation in ABU Robocon 2023.
    • Part of the Navigation section of the bot participating at Robocon 2023 programming the navigation and PS4 controller for controlling the robot.
    • Utilized Arduino, Raspberry Pi, and Jetson Nano to implement key functionalities, collaborating on integrating software and hardware for optimal Robotic System performance, reducing system latency.
    Shreeraj Patil

    Team Maverick

    Shreeraj Patil - Team Maverick

    Competition: SAEISS Aero Design Challenge (ADC) 2022
    Achievement: AIR 16, Max Payload Lifted: 7.5 kg
    Contributions:
    • Worked as junior engineer under Avionics division. Designed most optimal avionics system for the UAV.
    • Effectively acquired substantial manufacturing sponsorships to support the team’s endeavors as Marketing Team Member.

    Students of T.Y. B. Tech CSE (AI & ML) department, have Qualified GATE-2024 Exam for DA (Data Science And Artificial Intellience) Paper and CS (Computer Science and Information Technology) Paper with good Scores.

    Atharva Joshi from T.Y.B.Tech of CSE (AI & ML) department secured 1st Prize and a Cash Prize of Rs 5000/- in the Best Speaker competition held by Josh Software via Prose and Code at PCET/PCU/University level for the topic "MASTERING THE ART OF LEADERSHIP".

    Pranav Ukhade and Khelesh Patil, from the S.Y. B. Tech CSE (AI & ML) department, clinched the Winner's title in the Quiz Competition at the PCCOE Champions event organized by the Art Circle on January 23, 2024. Their exceptional performance during this prestigious college bash, Swartarang, deserves commendation for navigating both a fun and professional setting.



    Student Achievement CSE (AI & ML) Department 2025-26

    Sr. No

    Name

    Nature of Competition

    Level (College/University/ State/National/ International)

    Achievement Description

    Prize description

    Organized by

    1

    Sujata Swami

    International Rover Challenge : A premier space robotics competition to design and operate Mars-analog rovers

    International Level

    World Rank 12 & Emerging Team of the Year Award

    Emerging Team of the Year Trophy + Certificate of Participation

    Space Robotics Society(SPROS) at Manipal Institute of Technology in Udupi, Karnataka, India

    2

    Adinna Thaware

    Non - Technical (Competition of Performing Arts)

    State Level

    2nd Runner - up

    Trophy + Certificate

    Firodiya Karandak 2026

    3

    Saish Walavalkar

    University Cricket Matches

    University Level

    2nd Runner-up

    Trophy

    SPPU

    4

    Prathamesh Sonwalkar

    International Rover Challenge : A premier space robotics competition to design and operate Mars-analog rovers

    International Level

    World Rank 12 & Emerging Team of the Year Award

    Emerging Team of the Year Trophy + Certificate of Participation

    Space Robotics Society(SPROS) at Manipal Institute of Technology in Udupi, Karnataka,India

    13

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    INDOML 2025

    International level conference & datathon

    2nd RunnerUp in IndoML 2025 BEA Shared Task Datahon & Received Travel Grant with Sponsored Stay for The Sixth Indian Symposium on Machine Learning (Dec 19–21, 2025, BITS Pilani Hyderabad).

    Certificate & Travel Grant

    BITS Pilani Hyderabad & IIT Kharagpur

    15

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    Technology Infusion Grand Challenge

    International Level

    Investment Award in International level Prototype Building- Latrobe Technology Grand Infusion Challenge

    Investment of 250 AUD

    La Trobe University, Melbourne

    16

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    AMD AI Sprint - Hackathon

    National Level Hackathon

    2nd RunnerUp

    50000 Rs Cash Prize

    AMD & IIT Bombay

    17

    Omkar Kisan Khoche

    Technology Infusion Grand Challenge

    International Level

    Investment Award in International level Prototype Building- Latrobe Technology Grand Infusion Challenge

    Investment of 250 AUD

    La Trobe University, Melbourne

    18

    Anish Kailas Patade

    ICPC 2025

    International Level

    Prelims Rank: 142 out of 3000; Kanpur Rank: 52 out of 100; Amritapuri Rank: 124 out of 300

    Certificate and Goodies

    ICPC Foundation

    19

    Sakshi Jadhav

    Non - Technical (Competition of Performing Arts)

    State Level

    2nd Runner - up

    Trophy + Certificate

    Firodiya Karandak 2026

     

    Extraordinary achievements Department of CSE (AI & ML) (2024-25)

     

    Sr. No

    Name

    Nature of Competition

    Level (State,National, International)

    Achievement Description

    Prize description

    1

    Pranav Kale, Gautam Bhagat, Chetan Indlukar

    La Trobe TIGS

    INTERNATIONAL

    Secured 400 AUD Funding

    Cash Prize and certificate

    2

    Parth Singhal

    La Trobe TIGS

    INTERNATIONAL

    Secured 500 AUD Funding

    Cash Prize and certificate

    3

     

    La Trobe TIGS

    INTERNATIONAL

    Secured 400 AUD Funding

    Cash Prize and certificate

    4

     

    La Trobe TIGS

    INTERNATIONAL

    Secured 400 AUD Funding

    Cash Prize and certificate

    5

    Rutuj Dhongade

    Bluebit Hackathon

    National

    Hackathon 2nd Runner up

    Certificate and Cash Prize

    6

    Sairaj Deshmukh

    Blue bit Hackathon 2025

    NATIONAL

    3rd rank

    cash prize and certificate

    7

    Pratham Mali

    President of GFG Student Chapter

    NATIONAL

    Shortlisted as President of GFG Student Chapter through rigorius interview process

    -

    8

    Manthan Vijay Barhate

    INDO-ML Datathon

    National Level

    10th Rank (AIR)

    Cash prize and Certificate

    9

    Manthan Vijay Barhate

    Vultr Cloud Innovate Hackathon

    National Level

    40th Rank

    Certificate & GFG Premium

    10

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    INDO-ML Datathon

    National Level

    AIR 10

    Cash prize,Travel Grant and certificate

    11

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    Vultr Cloud Innovate Hackathon

    National Level

    AIR 40

    Certificate and GFG Premium

    12

    Jivan Santosh Karande

    Fintech Product Strategy Competition by Master's Union

    National Level

    AIR 10

    Certificate

    13

    Manthan Vijay Barhate

    PICT Datathon

    State Level

    1st Rank

    Cash prize and Certificate

    14

    Atharva Rajesh Kamtalwar

    Best Paper Award in IEEE Scopus Conference

    International Level

    Best Paper Award for the Paper - A Hybrid CNN-GLCM Framework for Fetal Brain

    Abnormality Detection in Low-Quality Images

    Certificate

    15

    Aryan Ajay Agarkar

    Best Paper Award in IEEE Scopus Conference

    International Level

    Best Paper Award for the Paper - A Hybrid CNN-GLCM Framework for Fetal Brain

    Abnormality Detection in Low-Quality Images

    Certificate

    16

    Anish Patade

    Techfiesta Hackathon 2025

    International

    3rd Prize

    Trophy, certificate and cash prize

    17

    Manthan Vijay Barhate

    MLSC Datathon

    State Level

    2nd Rank

    Cash prize and Certificate

    18

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    PICT Datathon

    State Level

    2nd Rank

    Cash prize and certificate

    19

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    MLSC Datathon

    State Level

    2nd Rank

    Cash prize and certificate

    20

    Jivan Santosh Karande

    PCMC Youth Icon

    State Level

    3rd Rank

    Cash prize RS. 12,000, Trophy, Certificate, Goodies

    21

    Jivan Santosh Karande

    Vinodottam Karandak 2024 Best Writing Award

    State Level

    1st Prize

    Cash prize RS. 3,000 , Trophy, Certificate

    22

    Atharva Rajesh Kamtalwar

    MLSC Datathon

    State Level

    3rd Rank

    Cash prize and certificate

    23

    Anish Patade

    Hackmatrix Hackathon 2025

    Institute

    Winner

    Cash prize, certificates and goodies

    24

    Anish Patade

    CODIGO coding contest 2024

    Institute

    3rd Prize

    Cash prize and certificates

    25

    Manthan Vijay Barhate

    Cavista Hackathon

    Institute Level

    4th Rank (Special Recognition)

    Cash prize and Certificate

    26

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    Cavista Hackathon

    Institute Level

    4th Rank (Special Recognition)

    Cash prize 15K and certificate

    27

    Soham Devidas Mhatre

    Hactopia by ACM Pccoe

    Institute Level

    Rank 1

    Certifcate,Cash Prize and Headphones

    Third Year - Student Achievements
    Sr. No Name of the Student Event Organized By Prize Details
    1 Varad Sawant Japanese Language Examination The Japan Foundation JLPT N5 Certificate
    2 Sana Sampson International Piano Examination Trinity College London Grade 8 (Piano) Certificate
    3 Dhanashree Yadav Japanese Language Examination The Japan Foundation JLPT N5 Certificate
    4 Pranav Kale Smart India Hackathon 2023 Kolhapur Institute of Technology, Kolhapur Participant & witnessed the final round, won the Trophy with certificate
    5 Gautam Bhagat Smart India Hackathon 2023 Kolhapur Institute of Technology, Kolhapur Participant & witnessed the final round, won the Trophy with certificate
    6 Shaikh Zavi Japanese Language Examination The Japan Foundation JLPT N5 Certificate
    7 Atharva Joshi Prose & code best speaker competition Josh Software, Pune First Place
    8 Dhanashree Yadav INNOSPARK Technical Chandigarh University Participant
    9 Ayush Dongardive 'FestX' E&TC Dept., PCCOE 2nd Runner Up



    Second Year - Student Achievements
    Sr. No Name Of The Student Event Organized By Prize Details
    1 Pranav Ukhade PCCOE Champions Quiz PCCOE Winner
    2 Pranav Ukhade Auction Avenue Scit Winner
    3 Nishka Salunkhe Hobby Exhibition PCCOE Certificate
    4 Pranav Ukhade
    Prajyot Kale
    Vinay Sawant
    Abhishek Gangurde
    Ai Tools Used In The Industry And Chandrayan -3 PCCOE Winner
    5 Shravani Deshpande Ai Tools Used In The Industry And Chandrayan -3 PCCOE Runner
    6 Yukta Joshi German A1 Certification PCCOE Certificate
    7 Sushant Kabra Debate Competition PCCOE Green Club Winner
    8 Swetank Raut Debate Competition PCCOE Green Club Runner
    9 Shrinivas Kulkarni Aws Cloud-Foundations, Aws Knowledge: Cloud Essentials PCCOE,AWS Completion Badges
    10 Swetank Raut Aws Cloud-Foundation, Ml IIT Bombay Techfest Badges
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