ALL INDIA MANUFACTURERS’ ORGANIZATION

(TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD) • INDUSTRIAL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT TRUST

FOUNDED BY BHARAT RATNA Dr. Sir. M. VISVESVARAYA

IN COLLABORATION WITH

Anna University

TECHKNOW
2026

TECHKNOW 2026 — REGISTRATIONS ARE OPEN NOW

Registrations Are Open Now

A flagship national conference bridging academic excellence and industrial power to accelerate technology adoption, job creation, and economic transformation across Tamil Nadu.

Event Dates 25 – 26 September 2026

Venue Vivekananda Auditorium, Anna University

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300+ Executive Delegates

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10,000+ Expected Footfall

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4,000+ Students & Job Seekers

✦ ANNA UNIVERSITY ✦ AIMO TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD ✦ ANNA INCUBATOR ✦ TECHNOLOGY ENABLING CENTRE ✦ GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU ✦ ANNA UNIVERSITY ✦ AIMO TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD ✦ ANNA INCUBATOR ✦ TECHNOLOGY ENABLING CENTRE ✦ GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU ✦ ANNA UNIVERSITY ✦ AIMO TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD ✦ ANNA INCUBATOR ✦ TECHNOLOGY ENABLING CENTRE ✦ GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU ✦ ANNA UNIVERSITY ✦ AIMO TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD ✦ ANNA INCUBATOR ✦ TECHNOLOGY ENABLING CENTRE ✦ GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU ✦ ANNA UNIVERSITY ✦ AIMO TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD ✦ ANNA INCUBATOR ✦ TECHNOLOGY ENABLING CENTRE ✦ GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU ✦ ANNA UNIVERSITY ✦ AIMO TAMIL NADU STATE BOARD ✦ ANNA INCUBATOR ✦ TECHNOLOGY ENABLING CENTRE ✦ GOVERNMENT OF TAMIL NADU

About the Summit

Connecting academia with industrial force to shape tomorrow's economy.

Discover all objectives

TECHKNOW 2026 is the flagship national conference organized by Anna University (Anna Incubator & Technology Enabling Centre) in collaboration with the All India Manufacturers' Organization (AIMO).

The event focuses on accelerating technology transfer, fostering smart manufacturing adoption, and directly connecting engineering talent with hiring industries through an integrated Mega TechKnow-Job.

Date & Time

25th & 26th September 2026 (Fri & Sat)

09:00 AM – 05:00 PM

Venue

Vivekananda Auditorium, Anna University

Guindy Campus, Chennai – 600 025

Industry Partners

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300+ Executive Delegates

Industry CEOs, policy makers, researchers, and government leaders in attendance.

10,000+ Expected Footfall

Visitors across the TECHKNOW exhibition floors and technical panel halls.

4,000+ Students & Job Seekers

Engineering graduates attending the integrated Mega TechKnow-Job component.

100+ Exhibiting Partners

SMEs, technology startups, and enterprise brands in the Techno Expo hall.

Strategic Direction

Key Objectives

Six core pillars driving Tamil Nadu's industrial and economic transformation through collaborative innovation.

Unlock Tamil Nadu as India's Industrial Frontier

Fostering investment, streamlining regulations, and developing infrastructure for global manufacturers to establish roots.

Accelerate AI-Powered Industrial Transformation

Integrating artificial intelligence, smart IoT systems, and automated machinery into manufacturing production lines.

Build a World-Class Semiconductor Ecosystem

Creating specialized research hubs, component suppliers, and training programs focused on electronics design and fabrication.

Transform TN into India's Premier Skill Hub

Aligning university curricula, industrial certifications, and student coursework with live manufacturing floor standards.

Strengthen Industry-Institution Collaboration

Converting intellectual IP, joint prototypes, and technical publications into commercially viable market products.

Establish World-Class Centres of Excellence

Launching designated R&D facilities equipped with advanced prototyping labs, testing rigs, and innovation hubs.

What to Expect

Conference Features

Four flagship pillars making TECHKNOW 2026 the most impactful industrial summit in Tamil Nadu's history.

Technical Discussions

High Impact Technical Panels

Thought leadership talks, expert panel discussions and knowledge exchange on industry 5.0 and emerging policy frameworks.

Innovation Track

Innovation & Talent Identification

Showcasing innovative startup ideas, student research recognition, and direct connections with angel investors and VCs.

Exhibition

TechKnow-Expo

Live showcase of engineering innovations, breakthrough industrial products and emerging smart manufacturing technologies.

Recruitment

TechKnow-Job

Direct-connect recruitment bridging graduates and engineering students with hiring representatives from top-tier industries.

Industry Collaboration

Solve Industrial Challenges with Anna University

Are you facing technical, operational, or R&D challenges in your business? Share them with the Technology Enabling Centre (TEC) of Anna University (a DST-funded initiative). By submitting your problem statements, you can leverage the university’s advanced laboratory infrastructure, research expertise, and technology licensing opportunities to co-create solutions. Selected problem statements will be integrated directly into the core conference tracks and panels at TECHKNOW 2026.

🔬 Access advanced lab testing facilities & instruments

🎓 Consult directly with elite faculty experts & researchers

⚡ Co-develop prototypes & license patented technology

Share Your Problem

It takes less than 2 minutes to submit your challenge and initiate a high-value collaboration.

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Our Foundation

About AIMO

The All India Manufacturers' Organization (AIMO) is a premier National Industrial Body founded in 1941 by the visionary engineer and statesman Bharat Ratna Sir M. Visvesvaraya under the motto "Prosperity through Industry."

AIMO (Tamil Nadu State Board) serves as a vital bridge between industries and the Government, fostering industrial harmony, enhancing productivity, and addressing crucial regulatory concerns. We organize active programs in Skill Development, Technology Adoption, Labour Law Management, and Statutory Compliances.

The TECHKNOW conference series, in collaboration with Anna University, is our flagship national event focusing on technology enabling, industrial growth, and employment promotion.

Sir M. Visvesvaraya

Founder, AIMO · 1941

Bharat Ratna recipient, visionary engineer, and statesman who pioneered modern industrial planning in India. His legacy of "Prosperity through Industry" continues to guide AIMO's mission.

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