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About IEDC Summit
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Ideas become impact.
Innovation beyond the future
10,000+ attendees601 IEDCs14 districts
26KODAKARA / THRISSUR
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IEDC Summit is Kerala's largest student-led startup innovation summit bringing together visionaries, founders, investors and thousands of young innovators.RegisterSpeakers / 2026
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What is IEDC?
IEDC is a platform within educational institutions that fosters innovation and entrepreneurial skills among students.
What is the IEDC Summit?
IEDC Summit 2026 is Kerala’s largest innovation and entrepreneurship gathering. Students can interact with founders, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals, explore creative thinking, and take their first steps toward entrepreneurship and startup building through flagship programmes and competitions.
What does the summit include?
Keynote talks, panel discussions, learning stations for student projects and tech showcases with KSUM mentors, hands-on workshops, and networking with students, founders, and investors.
Who can participate?
IEDC Summit 2026 is open to students and aspiring innovators who are passionate about entrepreneurship, creativity, and innovation—whether you are already building a startup or simply curious to learn.
How do I register for IEDC Summit 2026?
Open the official registration page, select Register Now, enter a coupon code at checkout if applicable, then complete your personal and payment details.
Can I showcase my startup or project at the summit?
Yes. The summit provides a platform to showcase startups, projects, and ideas, connect with experts and fellow innovators, receive feedback, and gain exposure. Please follow the project-registration guidance on the official registration page when it is announced.
What are the benefits of attending?
You gain exposure to the startup and innovation ecosystem, peer learning, a platform to showcase your work, networking with entrepreneurs, faculty, and mentors, and workshops that build practical entrepreneurial skills.
Can we meet founders and entrepreneurs at the summit?
Absolutely. Panel discussions, workshops, and networking sessions are designed to create direct interaction opportunities with founders, entrepreneurs, and industry professionals.
Are the workshops suitable for beginners?
Yes. Workshops are designed for all skill levels. You do not need prior experience—the sessions provide step-by-step guidance, practical examples, and mentorship.
Are refreshments or meals provided?
Yes. Registration includes a summit kit, morning refreshments, and lunch for participants.
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Plan your journey
How to reach
Sahrdaya.
Sahrdaya College of Engineering & Technology, Kodakara, Thrissur.By train
Reach Irinjalakuda by train.
Choose the service that fits your route. The highlighted time is the Irinjalakuda station stop.
By train
Reach Irinjalakuda by train.
Choose the service that fits your route. The highlighted time is the Irinjalakuda station stop.From South
M S Guruvayur ExpTrain 16127
ERS Can ExpressTrain 16305
KTYM Nil ExpTrain 16326
From North
KIK ERS ExpressTrain 16187
Kanyakumari ExpTrain 16526
GUV MDU ExpTrain 16328
Alleppey SF ExpTrain 22639
Reach via Thrissur Railway StationAbout 45 minutes to Sahrdaya. All major trains stop here.
Reach by busAll buses up to the Super Fast category stop at Kodakara.
Timings are a travel reference for Summit Day. Please check live availability and platform details before you leave.
By air
Fly to Cochin International Airport.
Nedumbassery is the nearest airport. Continue to Kodakara by cab or bus.
Parking on campus