COMPUTER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING

Department of Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) – one of the premier branches of undergraduate program in engineering was established in the year 2005 with the approval of AICTE and in affiliation with Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Odisha. The B.Tech programme of Computer Science Engineering has been accredited by National Board of Accreditation (NBA) in the year 2025 and National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). The field of Computer Science has been the most favored area of the NRI promoters of Trident Group.

Since its inception, this branch has been producing hi-class computer professionals and technocrats with the support of available state-of-the-art corporate styled academic infrastructure and quality faculty members. The Department of CSE offers both undergraduate and postgraduate programs in Computer Science.

Initially, the Department was started with an intake capacity of 60 and subsequently escalated its intake capacity to meet the global requirement. The Department started M.Tech course in Computer Science Engineering with an annual intake of 18 students from the year 2012. The department has a good number of faculty members with M.Tech/Ph.D qualification.

In order to cope up with the changing need of the industry as well as academia, the Department of CSE at present offers following programme variants with unique philosophies and objectives:

Research & Development

• One Sponsored R & D Project entitled “Design & Development of Real-Time Ground Behaviour Monitoring System (RT-GBMS) for Underground Metal Mines”, through the funding agency Ministry of Mines, Government of India, is currently running under the guidance of Principal Investigator Dr. Abhaya Kumar Samal, Professor and Dean (School of Computing).
• A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between NASSCOM Foundation and Trident Academy of Technology, Bhubaneswar for the thingQbator Program has been signed on 1st May 2022.
• The department encourages its faculty members and laboratory staff to obtain NPTEL certifications in various computer science subjects along with financial rewards for outstanding achievers.

Student Chapters

IEEE Student Chapter: The IEEE Student Branch is dedicated to helping its members enrich their technical knowledge and expertise. The main focus of this association is to organize social and technical activities for students, create awareness about professional development, and encourage them to utilize the benefits of IEEE membership. These benefits include scholarships, competitions, conference grants, and networking opportunities that support academic and professional growth.

Following IEEE Students’ Chapters are functional under the CSE Program:

1. IEEE Computer Society (IEEE CS):
   The IEEE Computer Society Student Branch Chapter at Trident Academy of Technology was formed on 28th May, 2023 with the geo-code SBC60128004B. The IEEE Computer Society provides several recognition opportunities for students participating in chapter activities, such as the Outstanding Chapter Award and the prestigious Richard E. Merwin Scholarship. These recognitions are awarded to students who actively contribute to IEEE and IEEE Computer Society activities while demonstrating strong academic performance and leadership potential.
2. IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society (IEEE GRSS):
   The IEEE Geoscience and Remote Sensing Society Student Branch Chapter at Trident Academy of Technology was established on 28th May, 2023 with the geo-code SBC60128004A. This chapter focuses on promoting knowledge and research activities related to geoscience, remote sensing technologies, and their applications in environmental monitoring, earth observation, and data analysis.

CSI Student Chapter:
In keeping with its tradition of taking the lead in student-oriented initiatives, Trident Academy of Technology has an active CSI Student Chapter operating under the Department of Computer Science and Engineering. The CSI chapter regularly organizes various activities such as inter-department programming competitions, CSI Day celebrations, workshops, and technical events. These activities aim to enhance students’ technical abilities and promote awareness of emerging technologies.

ACM Student Chapter:
The ACM Student Chapter serves as a dynamic platform for students interested in computing and information technology. ACM student chapters across the world function as hubs of technical activity for ACM members and the broader computing community. Through seminars, workshops, coding competitions, and knowledge-sharing sessions, the chapter encourages students to explore advanced computing concepts and engage with the global computing community.

State-Level Hackathon “Koustuv Tech Hackathon” held at Koustuv Group of Institution, Bhubaneswar. Students Secured 3rd position

Amity Noida conducted Sustainovation event at Noida, Delhi. Sustainovation was a national level hackathon held on September 2025. Team MADX received remarkable achievement during the event.

State-Level Hackathon “Srusti TechHack 2.0” held at Srusti Academy of Management and Technology, Bhubaneswar. Team MAD-X secured 2nd Position.

BPUT Hackathon 2025 Grand Finale, held at BPUT Campus, Rourkela on 1st and 2nd November 2025. Our students have secured 2nd Position in PS 2

Odisha Cybersecurity Branch along with IIT BBSR conducted Cyber Safety Campaign Hackathon on 14th November 2025. One team INNOVATEX achieved Surprise winners of cash prize Rs 10,000 competing against 30+ teams coming from all over Odisha.

The PixelCraft – The UI Showdown prize distribution honored students who built innovative websites on “Preparation Challenges Faced in BTech Placements.” In a two-hour challenge, participants used AI tools to generate codes and create functional websites offering helpful insights and resources for placement preparation.

Innovation & Technology Initiatives

Trident is a CISCO sponsored thingQbator Center, which functions as an IoT Incubation Center established in 2018 as part of the Corporate Social Responsibility initiatives of CISCO through its partner NASSCOM Foundation. This center is a student-driven innovation hub where students of the Computer Science and Engineering Department share innovative ideas and utilize the facilities available at the center to transform their ideas into real-world products with the support and mentorship provided by the CISCO Support Center.

The CSE Department also has an active Hackathon Club where students are trained for hackathons, boot camps, and innovation-based competitions. Through this platform, students regularly participate in various national-level and state-level hackathons and boot camps, bringing laurels and recognition to the department.

The academic performance of the department has been consistently impressive, maintaining an average result of 95% and above for the past few years. Along with strong academic performance, the department has also achieved remarkable success in campus placements. Over the last three years, the overall placement percentage has remained around 80%.

To keep students aligned with cutting-edge technologies and to meet evolving industry standards, the department has established three unique student clubs under the guidance of experienced faculty members. These clubs attract not only students from our institution but also participants from other colleges, as they provide a platform to “learn through fun” while exploring emerging technologies. Students are actively involved in innovative thinking, problem-solving, and ideation through their participation in hackathons, boot camps, and other technical activities.

Department Clubs

The department has three clubs, which are: