GNA varsity secures third place at FANUC India Olympiad 2025

GNA University’s B.Tech Robotics and Automation students have brought pride to the institution by securing third place at the FANUC India Olympiad 2025, a prestigious national-level competition held at the FANUC India Headquarters in Bangalore.

The winning team, consisting of Goransh Sharma and Ekamjit Singh, competed against some of the brightest young minds in robotics and automation from across the country.

The students were awarded a trophy, medals, certificates, and a cash prize of Rs 50,000 at an award ceremony attended by Yuki Kita, President and CEO of FANUC India Ltd., and Toshiyuki Suzuki, Vice-President.

This year’s Olympiad saw enthusiastic participation from over 1,600 students representing more than 280 institutions nationwide. After a rigorous multi-stage selection process, 400 students advanced to the second round, and only 14 top-performing teams, each comprising two members, made it to the final round in Bangalore. These teams hailed from renowned institutions, including Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College (UP), MIT World Peace University (MH), PSG College of Technology (TN), Toyota Institute (KA), and GNA University (PB).

Organised by FANUC India Pvt. Ltd., a subsidiary of Japan-based FANUC Corporation, the Olympiad aims to identify and nurture the next generation of robotics and automation talent. FANUC is a global leader in industrial automation, known for its innovations in CNC systems, robotics, and smart manufacturing technologies.

Expressing immense pride over the achievement, S Gurdeep Singh Sihra, Chancellor of GNA University, said, “This outstanding result is a testament to our commitment to hands-on, industry-relevant education in emerging technologies.”

Vice-Chancellor Dr Hemant Sharma congratulated the students and faculty mentors, stating, “Securing third place in such a competitive field reflects the strong academic foundation and practical training provided at GNA University.”

Dean Academics Dr Monika Hanspal emphasised the university’s focus on bridging the gap between classroom learning and industrial needs. “Our students are not only academically sound but also industry-ready, thanks to our practice-oriented approach,” she said.

Dr CR Tripathy, Dean of the School of Engineering, Design and Automation, added further context, highlighting the infrastructure supporting this success. “GNA University’s Robotics and Automation Lab features cutting-edge equipment, including 6-axis articulated robotic arms, PLC and SCADA systems, and AI-integrated automation platforms.

The curriculum is tailored to Industry 4.0 standards, ensuring students are equipped with both theoretical knowledge and hands-on skills.”

He also noted that regular workshops, live industrial projects, and certifications are integral to the program, helping students build real-world competence in robotics, automation, and intelligent manufacturing systems.