TantraFiesta 2026 — Annual National Technical Festival, IIIT Nagpur
ABOUT TANTRAFIESTA
TantraFiesta is the National-Level Annual Technical Fest of the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Nagpur. It is conceived as a platform where technology is explored beyond the classroom—through experimentation, problem-solving, and original thinking.
The fest brings together students with different technical interests and encourages them to question established approaches, work with emerging ideas, and apply knowledge in meaningful ways. With every edition, TantraFiesta reflects the evolving nature of technology while staying rooted in its core purpose: to promote technical curiosity, creativity, and a culture of building beyond the obvious.
THEME
TantraFiesta 2026 introduces —a theme inspired by the idea of the infinite and technology’s ability to continually redefine its own limits.
Its visual identity takes shape through Indian Maximalism, where the richness of Indian aesthetics is reinterpreted through a contemporary technological lens. Bold contrasts, intricate forms, layered compositions, and expressive details create a language that feels distinctly Indian yet futuristic.
represents a mindset where boundaries are not endpoints, but starting points for what can exist next.
Last Year
Highlight's
From 9–11 October 2025, IIIT Nagpur hosted TantraFiesta’25 — Dark Matter Eclipse: Exploring the Unexplored.
With 11,000+ registrations, participation from 33+ countries, 30+ events, and a prize pool of ₹8 lakh+, TF’25 brought technology to life through coding, robotics, and innovation.
Last Year
Highlight's
TantraFiesta’25 transformed IIIT Nagpur into a celebration of curiosity, creativity, and collaboration. From exciting competitions and gaming showdowns to engaging workshops and vibrant night events, every moment brought students together.
Inspiring sessions by Bharat Acharya and industry experts created new perspectives, lasting friendships, unforgettable memories, and a legacy that will inspire future editions.
STATISTICS
11K+
Registrations
₹8L+
Prize Pool
33+
Countries Represented
HISTORY OF TF
Our technical fest began its wonderful journey in 2018 with humble beginnings and laying a strong foundation for future success. Despite the unprecedented challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, we hosted successful fests each year. Our themes have continually evolved, reflecting our commitment to innovation and progress:
TANTRAFIESTA 2026
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