There is a significant Call for Mentors currently open for HackTropica 2K26, a national-level hackathon in Asansol, West Bengal.
The Robotics Club of Asansol Engineering College is seeking mentors to support teams during their upcoming 36-hour hackathon.
In addition to specific events, several institutions in Asansol maintain active mentorship cells that frequently engage with professionals and alumni:
The college frequently hosts expert talks and innovation sessions through its Innovation and Incubation Cell (IIC), focusing on entrepreneurship, IP development, and startup ecosystem enablers.
Operates a dedicated Mentor Cell that assigns faculty mentors to student groups for academic and non-academic support.
Maintains a structured Mentor-Mentee system and regularly publishes reports on these activities.
The Kazi Nazrul Alumni Association (KNAA) provides a platform for alumni to mentor current students across various branches.
Would you like more information on how to register as a mentor for the hackathon, or are you looking for startup-specific mentorship programs in the region?
HackTropica 2K26: Call for Mentors
Ongoing Mentorship Initiatives in Asansol
•Event Date: Saturday, 04 April – Sunday, 05 April 2026
•Location: Asansol Engineering College Ground, Kanyapur Road, Asansol
•Mentor Requirements:
•Final-year students or recent graduates with expertise in AI, Web3, DevOps, IoT, or Web Development.
•Previous experience in mentoring or participating in hackathons.
•Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
•Role: Mentors will provide technical guidance and support to participating teams, either onsite or virtually.
•How to Apply: Interested individuals can find the registration details and official call on the HackTropica 2K26 Luma page or the official Devfolio event page.
•HackTropica 2K26 Luma page
•The college frequently hosts expert talks and innovation sessions through its Innovation and Incubation Cell (IIC), focusing on entrepreneurship, IP development, and startup ecosystem enablers.
•Operates a dedicated Mentor Cell that assigns faculty mentors to student groups for academic and non-academic support.
•Maintains a structured Mentor-Mentee system and regularly publishes reports on these activities.
•The Kazi Nazrul Alumni Association (KNAA) provides a platform for alumni to mentor current students across various branches.
Updated at 18 Mar 2026