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Machine Intelligence and Distributed Computing Lab

Engineering the Edge of Intelligence.

From autonomous UAV swarms to federated learning at the edge — MIDC Lab designs the distributed systems and embedded AI that let tomorrow's connected world sense, decide, and act in real time.

IoT UAV Fog/Edge Computing ML/DL TinyML Explainable AI Industry 5.0 Federated Learning
02/03/2026Founded On
📍 CSE DeptNIT Agartala

If you are interested in pursuing a Ph.D. in our field of research, feel free to drop an email to midc@mail.nita.ac.in with your CV and research interests.

Open Opportunities

ACTIVE OPPORTUNITY

Lab Member / Research Intern

Exclusive for B.Tech students of NIT Agartala

The MIDC Lab invites applications from motivated and enthusiastic B.Tech students to join the lab as Research Interns and contribute to next-generation computing solutions.

Research Areas

  • AI/ML, Explainable AI (XAI) & TinyML
  • Internet of Things (IoT) & UAV
  • Edge Computing & Federated Learning
  • Cybersecurity & Data Privacy

Eligibility

  • Only B.Tech students of NIT Agartala
  • Interest in research and innovation
  • Knowledge of Python programming
Last Date to Apply 30 June 2026 Now Extended (due to high demand) to 10 July 2026 Apply via Google Form Applications reviewed on a rolling basis
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Original Deadline 30 June 2026 Extended Deadline 31 July 2026 Submit Chapter

About Our Lab

Objective

To pioneer research at the intersection of IoT, Edge Computing, Distributed Systems, and AI — delivering scalable, intelligent, and sustainable solutions for next-generation applications, from low-level system optimization to high-level intelligent applications.

MIDC Lab,Dept. of CSE, NIT Agartala

CORE FOCUS AREAS

  • ML, DL, TinyML, Federated Learning
  • IoT, UAV & Edge Computing
  • Explainable AI, Multi Modal Techniques
  • Industry 5.0 & Smart Manufacturing

Current Active Research Works

UAV and 6G Communication

6G enables the ultra-fast, low-latency connectivity required to command UAVs while utilizing it as dynamic, flying network base stations.

Edge Application Development

Creating highly responsive cross-platform applications that interface directly with edge hardware to process data locally and reduce latency.

Federated Learning (FL)

Privacy-preserving distributed machine learning for edge and IoT devices, focusing on communication-efficient aggregation and security.

Health-care Iot and Explainable AI (XAI)

Developing secure, transparent medical networks that monitor patients in real time while providing interpretable, AI-driven insights for clinical decision-making.

Contact Us

Our Address

MIDC Lab, Dept of CSE, NIT Agartala,
Barjala, Jirania, West Tripura,
Tripura - 799046, India

Frequently Asked Questions

I am a B.Tech student. Can I apply for internships or field assistance?

Yes, absolutely. We actively invite highly motivated B.Tech students from NIT Agartala to join us as Research Interns or Lab Members. Undergraduate students gain hands-on experience working on government-funded projects, prototype development, and research publications. Please check our "Open Positions" section for active opportunities.

I am an M.Tech student. Can I apply for JRF, Field Assistant or PhD positions?

Yes, M.Tech students and graduates are highly encouraged to apply for Junior Research Fellow (JRF), Project Associate, Field Assistant, and PhD positions when vacancies are announced. Candidates with a strong background in distributed systems, AI/ML, or IoT are preferred. Keep an eye on our recruitment section and news ticker for official notifications.

How can I join your research lab?

We welcome motivated students and researchers! Prospective PhD students should apply through the university's graduate admission portal and mention our lab in their research statement. For postdoc and research assistant positions, please email your CV and research interests to midc@mail.nita.ac.in. Undergraduate students interested in internships should check our Opportunities page for current openings.

Does the lab offer industry partnerships?

Yes, we actively collaborate with industry partners on research projects related to IoT, edge computing, and smart manufacturing. We offer sponsored research opportunities, technical consulting, and technology transfer. For partnership inquiries, please contact our lab director at midc@mail.nita.ac.in to discuss potential collaboration models.

What are the primary research areas of this lab?

Our core research areas include ML, DL, TinyMl, Federated Learning, Explainable AI (XAI), 6G Communication and UAV, Healthcare IoT and Artificial Intelligence tailored for resource-constrained IoT environments, UAV networks, and smart manufacturing.