Online FDP on AI-Enabled Reconfigurable and Metasurface Antennas for 5G/6G Wireless Systems 2026
Electronics & ICT Academy, NIT Warangal, in association with Vidya Jyothi Institute of Technology (VJIT), Hyderabad, is organizing a 10-day Online Faculty Development Programme on AI-Enabled Reconfigurable and Metasurface Antennas for 5G/6G Wireless Systems from 27 July to 06 August 2026. Faculty members, researchers, industry professionals, and PG students can apply.
FDP Details
Programme Title: AI-Enabled Reconfigurable and Metasurface Antennas for 5G/6G Wireless Systems
Programme Type: Online Faculty Development Programme (FDP)
Duration: 27 July 2026 to 06 August 2026
Organized By: Electronics & ICT Academy
In Association With: Vidya Jyothi Institute of Technology
Sponsored By: Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India
About the FDP
This FDP is designed to provide participants with comprehensive knowledge of next-generation antenna technologies for advanced wireless communication systems. The programme covers Artificial Intelligence-driven antenna design, reconfigurable antennas, intelligent reflecting surfaces, metasurface technologies, adaptive beamforming, massive MIMO, terahertz communications, and energy-efficient 5G/6G networks. Participants will gain practical insights through expert lectures, simulations, demonstrations, and discussions on emerging research trends.
Major Course Contents
- Fundamentals of 5G and 6G Wireless Systems
- Reconfigurable Antenna Technologies
- Metasurface and Intelligent Reflecting Surface (IRS) Design
- AI and Machine Learning for Antenna Optimization
- Adaptive Beamforming Techniques
- Massive MIMO and Smart Antenna Architectures
- Terahertz Communication Systems
- Electromagnetic Modeling and Simulation Tools
- Research Trends and Industry Applications in Future Networks
Registration Fee
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| Faculty / Research Scholars | ₹500 |
| Industry Participants | ₹2,250 |
Fee includes GST.
Selection Process
- Selection on a First-Come, First-Serve basis.
- Maximum intake: 40 participants.
- Participants successfully completing the FDP will receive a certificate.
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Last Date for Registration | 22 July 2026 |
| Selection Notification | 24 July 2026 |
| FDP Duration | 27 July – 06 August 2026 |
Resource Persons
Experts from leading institutions and industries including:
- IIT Hyderabad
- NIT Warangal
- VNIT Nagpur
- NIT Karnataka
- IIITM Gwalior
- IIIT Sri City
- NIT Andhra Pradesh
- Industry experts from Publicis Sapient, MicroSysLogic Technologies, Ananth Technologies and RF Engineering domains.
About VJIT Hyderabad
Vidya Jyothi Institute of Technology (VJIT), established in 1998, is one of Telangana’s reputed engineering institutions. The institute emphasizes outcome-based education, industry-oriented learning, research, innovation, and strong placement performance. The Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering is NBA accredited until June 2028 and recognized as a research centre by JNTUH.
About NIT Warangal
National Institute of Technology Warangal is one of India’s premier technical institutions offering B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. programs with strong research contributions in engineering, science, and technology. The ECE Department is known for its excellence in communications, VLSI, embedded systems, signal processing, wireless technologies, and sponsored research projects.
Registration Link
Google Form Registration:
https://forms.gle/sDY1vdxLRBLg8JzL6
Contact Details
Dr. P. Nageswara Rao
Professor & HoD, ECE, VJIT Hyderabad
📧 pnrece@vjit.ac.in
📞 9908843163
Dr. M. Vadivel
Professor, ECE, VJIT Hyderabad
📧 vadivel@vjit.ac.in
📞 9443069524
Prof. Vakula D
Professor, ECE, NIT Warangal
📧 vakula@nitw.ac.in
📞 9490378554