DeployAI 2026 Winter School

Plan your journey to IIT Ropar for DeployAI 2026

Venue, Travel and Campus Information

About IIT Ropar

Campus facilities and academic infrastructure supporting DeployAI 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology Ropar is an Institute of National Importance located in Rupnagar district, Punjab. The campus provides academic buildings, modern lecture halls, computing laboratories, seminar rooms, project spaces, hostels, dining facilities, sports facilities, a library, medical support, and other institutional infrastructure required for an intensive residential academic programme. DeployAI 2026 may use different campus facilities for expert lectures, hands-on laboratories, group discussions, mentoring sessions, project development, hackathon activities, and final demonstrations. Participants should follow the room allocations and daily instructions communicated by the organising committee.

DeployAI 2026 will be conducted at the Main Campus of the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar. Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Main Campus Rupnagar, Punjab – 140001 India The exact academic block, lecture hall, laboratory, registration desk, reporting point, and session rooms will be communicated to confirmed participants before the programme begins.

How to Reach IIT Ropar

Travel options by air, train, bus, and road

IIT Ropar is connected to Rupnagar, Chandigarh, Mohali through road, rail, bus, and air transport. Distances and travel times are approximate and may vary depending on the selected route, weather, road conditions, traffic, and mode of transport.

By Air

Shaheed Bhagat Singh International Airport, Chandigarh

Participants may hire a prepaid taxi, app-based cab, or private vehicle directly from the airport to IIT Ropar Main Campus. A public-transport alternative is to travel from the airport to ISBT Sector 43, Chandigarh, and then take a bus towards Rupnagar. After reaching Rupnagar Bus Stand, participants may use an auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw, local taxi, or other available transport to reach the IIT Ropar Main Campus.

By Train

Railway access to IIT Ropar and nearby major stations

Rupnagar Railway Station

Rupnagar Railway Station is the closest railway station to IIT Ropar. Approximate distance from Rupnagar Railway Station: 8 kilometres Auto-rickshaws, local taxis, and other local transport options are generally available near the railway station. Participants should clearly mention “IIT Ropar Main Campus” when arranging transport.

Chandigarh Junction Railway Station

Approximately 57 kilometres from IIT Ropar Participants arriving at Chandigarh may continue to Rupnagar by taxi, bus, connecting train, or private vehicle. Travel arrangements should be planned according to the latest railway timetable.

Ambala Cantt Railway Station

Approximately 93 kilometres from IIT Ropar Participants arriving at Ambala may continue to Rupnagar by taxi, bus, connecting train, or private vehicle. Travel arrangements should be planned according to the latest railway timetable.

By Bus

Bus connectivity to Rupnagar from Chandigarh, Mohali, Delhi, and nearby cities

Ropar New Bus Stand

Approximate distance from IIT Ropar: 6 kilometres After reaching Ropar New Bus Stand, participants may use an auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw, local taxi, or other locally available transport to reach IIT Ropar Main Campus.

Kurali Bus Stand

Approximate distance from IIT Ropar: 22 kilometres Participants arriving at Kurali Bus Stand may continue towards IIT Ropar Main Campus by local taxi, auto-rickshaw, bus, or other locally available transport. Travel time may vary depending on traffic and the selected route.

Mohali Bus Stand

Approximate distance from IIT Ropar: 41 kilometres Participants arriving in Mohali may continue to Rupnagar and IIT Ropar Main Campus by bus, taxi, or private vehicle. Participants using bus services should confirm that their selected route travels towards or through Rupnagar.

ISBT Sector 43, Chandigarh

Approximate distance from IIT Ropar: 47 kilometres ISBT Sector 43 is a convenient bus terminal for participants travelling through Chandigarh. Participants may board buses travelling towards Rupnagar, Nangal, Una, Anandpur Sahib, Mandi, Manali, Hoshiarpur, or other routes passing through Rupnagar. Confirm the stopping point with the bus operator before departure. After reaching Rupnagar, use an auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw, local taxi, or other available transport to reach IIT Ropar Main Campus.

Chandigarh Bus Terminus, Sector 17

Approximate distance from IIT Ropar: 51 kilometres Participants travelling through Chandigarh may also use the Sector 17 bus terminus depending on available services. From Chandigarh, continue towards Rupnagar by an appropriate bus service and confirm the stopping point before departure. After reaching Rupnagar, participants may use an auto-rickshaw, e-rickshaw, local taxi, or other locally available transport to reach IIT Ropar Main Campus.

By Road

Driving and taxi directions to IIT Ropar Main Campus

Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Main Campus

Participants travelling by private vehicle or taxi should search for: Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Main Campus, Rupnagar, Punjab The live map provided on this page can be used to open turn-by-turn directions to the campus. Participants should avoid searching only for “IIT Ropar” without confirming that the destination is the Main Campus, because older online records may refer to previous or transit-campus locations.

Reporting at the Campus

Arrival, identification, registration, and reporting requirements for confirmed participants

Confirmed participants should report at the date, time, gate, and registration desk mentioned in their confirmation email. Participants may be required to present: 1. Registration confirmation 2. Valid government-issued identification 3. Institutional or employee identification 4. Payment confirmation 5. Accommodation confirmation, when applicable 6. Any additional document requested by the organising committee Participants should arrive sufficiently early to complete entry formalities, registration, room allocation, and technical setup before the first scheduled session.

Accommodation

Accommodation availability, confirmation, and participant stay information

Limited accommodation will be arranged in the IIT Ropar campus, subject to availability, payment. Participants will receive a separate mail regarding Accommodation with following points as mentioned below : 1. Accommodation confirmation 2. Hostel or guest-house location 3. Room allocation 4. Check-in and check-out timings 5. Campus and hostel rules

Campus Access and Conduct

Security, access, laboratory, hostel, and participant conduct guidelines

Participants must follow IIT Ropar’s security procedures, access restrictions, laboratory rules, hostel regulations, internet use policies, academic integrity requirements, and instructions issued by the event organisers. Participants should carry their identification and event credentials while moving through the campus. Unauthorised entry into restricted areas, misuse of institutional equipment, damage to property, unsafe laboratory practices, or disruptive conduct may result in removal from the programme.

Technical Preparation

Laptop, software, system configuration, and hands-on session readiness

Participants should bring their personal laptop, charger, and any required accessories. Software installation and system configuration instructions may be communicated before the programme. Participants should complete the required setup before reporting to reduce delays during laboratory sessions.

Live Map and Directions

Interactive campus location and turn-by-turn navigation to IIT Ropar Main Campus

An interactive map will be displayed on this page. Participants will be able to view the IIT Ropar Main Campus, open the location in Google Maps, and obtain directions from their current location. The map should be treated as navigational guidance. Final reporting instructions shared by the organising committee will remain authoritative.

Venue Intelligence

Location and Navigation

IIT Ropar

30.968259, 76.473675

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Local Time

Sunday, 20 September 2026 at 2:07 pm

Asia/Kolkata

Time-zone ID: Asia/Kolkata

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