Prompt to ProductionNBKRIST × ISTE × Paytm

Prompt to Production

Paytm AI Workshop

Learn Generative AI and prompt engineering directly from Paytm and Microsoft engineers, then build, collaborate and compete in a hands-on AI Build Challenge.

NBKRIST · Dept. of IT & AI&DS · in association with ISTE

Conducted by PaytmAI

P2P-2026 · CAP 100

Register now₹50 ISTE members · ₹100 others · Paid via UPI · 100 seats
Date
30 Sep 2026
Wednesday
Time
9:00 AM
to 4:00 PM IST
Venue
Seminar Hall-1
New CSE Block, NBKRIST
Fee
₹50 ISTE
₹100 others
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of 100
Day 2 · Winner Announcement
1 Oct · 10:00 AM
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Event highlights

Engineered to bridge classroom AI theory with production-grade engineering practice, in one day on campus.

Generative AI

Core foundation of LLMs, multimodal systems, and real-world architectures.

Prompt Engineering

Few-shot, ReAct frameworks, structured JSON schemas & function calling.

AI-Assisted Dev

Copilots, agentic tooling, and accelerating prototype development 10x.

Hands-on AI Build

Live 90-minute hackathon build challenge with mentor assistance.

Industry Interaction

Live sessions with engineering leadership from Paytm & Microsoft.

Team Collaboration

Form teams of up to 4 peers to brainstorm, build, and pitch solutions.

Project Demonstration

Showcase your functional AI application to faculty & peer audience.

Surprise Prizes

Cash awards, merchandise, and certificates of merit for top teams.

Keynote speakers

Learn directly from engineering leaders driving AI development at Paytm and Microsoft.

Mr. Suman Mandal - Program Lead, Paytm
Mr. Suman Mandal on LinkedIn
Keynote · Paytm

Mr. Suman Mandal

Program Lead, Paytm · AI Learning & Campus Initiatives

Topic

AI as a Mentor: Building with Current AI Tools & Technologies and the Right Way to Use AI

  • AI as a Mentor
  • GenAI Tools
  • AI Agents
  • Prompt to Production
Read bio & expertise: Mr. Suman Mandal

Program Lead at Paytm driving AI Learning, campus initiatives, and user growth. His work spans computer vision, RAG, generative AI, and AI agents, empowering emerging talent and students to build practical applications and leverage modern AI tools responsibly.

Session
Day 1 · 9:35 AM – 10:50 AM
Format
Virtual masterclass
Duration
1h 15m
Mr. Shivam Behl - SDE-II, Microsoft
Mr. Shivam Behl on LinkedIn
Keynote · Microsoft

Mr. Shivam Behl

Software Development Engineer II (SDE-II), Microsoft

Topic

Cracking Tier-1 Tech (Microsoft), Enterprise Production & Career Roadmap for Tier-3 Students

  • Tier-1 Tech
  • Enterprise Production
  • Production vs Scale
  • Tier-3 Roadmap
Read bio & expertise: Mr. Shivam Behl

Software Development Engineer (SDE-II) at Microsoft with experience across leading tech companies including Microsoft, Zepto, and Flipkart. Spanning global tech and fast-paced startups, he mentors aspiring engineers on cracking tier-1 roles, building enterprise-ready scalable systems, and engineering roadmaps.

Session
Day 1 · 11:15 AM – 12:30 PM
Format
Virtual masterclass
Duration
1h 15m

Patrons & organising committee

Organised by the Department of IT and AI&DS, N.B.K.R. Institute of Science & Technology, in association with ISTE.

  • Sri. N. Ramkumar

    Correspondent

    N.B.K.R. Institute of Science & Technology

  • Dr. M. Sreenivasulu

    Principal (i/c)

    N.B.K.R. Institute of Science & Technology

  • Dr. A. Narayana Rao

    HOD, Department of IT & AI&DS

    Program Convener

  • Mr. M. Sivapratap Reddy

    Program Coordinator

    Department of IT & AI&DS

What you will learn

A progressive 8-tier curriculum taking you from foundational prompt mechanics to full production readiness.

  1. Generative AI Fundamentals

  2. Prompt Engineering Mastery

  3. AI-Assisted Development

  4. Rapid Prototyping

  5. AI Application Development

  6. Team-Based Development

  7. Project Demonstration

  8. Production-Oriented AI

Event schedule

Day 1: Wednesday, 30 Sep (Seminar Hall-1, New CSE Block) · Day 2: Thursday, 1 Oct (Principal's Cabin, EEE Block)

Day 1: Wednesday, 30 September 2026 · 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Part 1 · 9:00 AM – 1:30 PM · Morning track: keynotes & masterclasses

13 sessions total9 sessions
  1. 9:00 – 9:15 AMCheck-in

    Registration and Seating

    Check-in

    Desk opens at 8:45 AM. QR badge verification and workshop kit distribution.

  2. 9:15 – 9:25 AMInauguration

    Welcome Address

    Inauguration

    Opening remarks by Head of Department, IT & AI&DS, NBKRIST.

  3. 9:25 – 9:35 AMOrientation

    Prompt to Production Introduction

    Orientation

    Overview of workshop goals, day agenda, and ISTE collaboration.

  4. 9:35 – 10:50 AMKeynote 1

    Expert Session – Mr. Suman Mandal

    Keynote 1

    Program Lead, Paytm. AI as a Mentor: Building with Current AI Tools & Technologies and the Right Way to Use AI (1h 15m virtual masterclass).

  5. 10:50 – 11:00 AMInteractive

    Interaction / Q&A

    Interactive

    Open floor Q&A with Mr. Suman Mandal on industry practices, AI tools, and career pathways.

  6. 11:00 – 11:15 AMBreak

    Tea Break & Networking

    Break

    Refreshments provided in the foyer.

  7. 11:15 AM – 12:30 PMKeynote 2

    Expert Session – Mr. Shivam Behl

    Keynote 2

    Software Engineer, Microsoft (ex-Zepto, Flipkart). Cracking Tier-1 Tech, Enterprise Production & Career Roadmap for Tier-3 Students (1h 15m masterclass).

  8. 12:30 – 12:40 PMInteractive

    Q&A Session

    Interactive

    Direct interactive discussion with Mr. Shivam Behl on hiring, enterprise systems, and engineering roadmaps.

  9. 12:40 – 1:30 PMDining

    Lunch Break

    Dining

    Special lunch provided for all registered participants at New CSE Block dining hall.

Hands-on AI Build Challenge

Apply prompt engineering and generative agents live. Form a team of up to 4 peers, build a prototype within 90 minutes, and pitch to judges.

1st

Winner - AI Build Challenge

Cash prize, 1st Place Certificate of Merit, and fast-track mentorship opportunities.

2nd

Runner Up

Cash prize, 2nd Place Certificate of Merit, and official recognition from NBKRIST IT & AI&DS department.

All

Participation Credentials

Every verified participant receives a tamper-evident digital certificate with unique verification QR recognized by ISTE.

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about registration, payment and the workshop day.

Campus venue

Seminar Hall-1, New CSE Block

Equipped with high-definition projection, multi-directional audio, dedicated charging docks for student laptops, and high-speed campus Wi-Fi network.

  • N.B.K.R. Institute of Science & Technology, Vidyanagar - 524413, Tirupati District, A.P.
  • Wednesday, 30 September 2026 (9:00 AM – 4:00 PM)
Sample ticket · P2P-2026-00042

After payment your QR ticket is generated with wallet and calendar reminders. Show it at the Seminar Hall-1 entrance.

Ready to build the future of AI?Limited to 100 students to ensure hands-on mentorship during the build challenge. Claim your seat before registration closes.Register now₹50 / ₹100