About IIPE
Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy (IIPE), is an institute of national importance,located in Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh. It is a domain-specific Institute at par with IITs and IIMs, established by the Government of India under the aegis of the Ministry of Petroleum and Natural Gas
About NIRVANA
The Indian Institute of Petroleum and Energy (IIPE), an esteemed institute of national importance,proudly presents its first-ever cultural extravaganza and inter-college competition—NIRVANA. True to its name, Nirvana signifies the profound peace that lies beyond enlightenment, embodying a journey of creativity, expression, and unity.Bringing together numerous colleges from across Visakhapatnam, this grand celebration is more than just a fest—it is a convergence of talent, passion, and camaraderie. With a vibrant tapestry of events and competitions, Nirvana seeks to cultivate a spirit of togetherness while igniting the flames of healthy competition among peers. As IIPE embarks on this historic endeavor, Nirvana stands as a beacon of cultural brilliance, fostering connections that transcend institutions and creating memories that will resonate for years to come.
Register NowMeet the Organizers
The Cultural Committee of IIPE, led by Prashoon Dwivedi (Secretary, 3rd Year, Petroleum Engineering), has been instrumental in fostering a vibrant cultural spirit on campus. From Croeso 8.0: Freshers,Ethnic Day RUCHIKAR 2k24, and the RANGRATNA Rangoli Competition to Bhasha Utsav, Republic Day and IIPE's 9th Foundation Day celebrations, the team has consistently curated events that celebrate diversity, creativity, and tradition. Now, they bring you Nirvana—IIPE’s premier cultural extravaganza and inter-college showdown. With a passionate team working behind the scenes, Nirvana promises to be a dynamic platform showcasing talent, creativity, and artistic expression at its finest.
Event Brochure Social MediaJHANKAAR
Battle of Bands 🎸🎶
⏳ Time Limit: 20 minutes
🎼 Song Choice: English, Hindi, or Telugu (Max. one regional language song, original or cover)
🆔 Eligibility: Open to all registered fest participants (Valid ID proof may be required)
🚨 Rules & Regulations:
✔️ Misbehavior, offensive content, or late reporting will result in penalties or disqualification.
✔️ No pre-recorded vocals; participants must perform live.
✔️ Bands must bring their own instruments; none will be provided by the institution.
🏆 Judging Criteria:
🎤 Vocal Quality & Clarity – 30%
🎶 Pitch & Rhythm Accuracy – 20%
💃 Expression & Stage Presence – 20%
🎼 Song Selection & Difficulty – 15%
🔥 Overall Impact – 15%
Let your Jhankaar shake the stage and set the rhythm on fire! 🔥
NAGHMA 🎶
The Ultimate Vocal Showdown 🎤🎶
⏳ Time Limit: 7 minutes
🎼 Song Choice: English, Hindi, or Telugu
🆔 Eligibility: Open to all registered fest participants (Valid ID proof required)
🚨 Rules & Regulations:
✔️ Misbehavior, offensive content, or late reporting will lead to penalties or disqualification.
✔️ Only one accompanist allowed for instruments.
✔️ No pre-recorded vocals; participants may use karaoke tracks, acoustic instruments, or perform a cappella.
🏆 Judging Criteria:
🎤 Vocal Quality & Clarity – 30%
🎶 Pitch & Rhythm Accuracy – 20%
💃 Expression & Stage Presence – 20%
🎼 Song Selection & Difficulty – 15%
🔥 Overall Impact – 15%
Drown the crowd in your Naghma and let them sway to your melody! 🎵
DARPAN 🎭
The Ultimate Drama Competition 🎬
⏳ Time Limit: 15 minutes
🎭 Performance Type: Solo or Group
🆔 Eligibility: Open to all registered fest participants (Valid ID proof required)
🚨 Rules & Regulations:
✔️ Misbehavior or offensive content will lead to penalties or disqualification.
✔️ Participants must adhere to the time limit.
✔️ No background music or props allowed (unless specified otherwise).
🏆 Judging Criteria:
🎭 Acting & Expression – 40%
🎬 Dialogue Delivery & Timing – 30%
💡 Creativity & Originality – 20%
🏅 Overall Impact – 10%
Bring your character to life in Darpan and leave the audience in awe! 🎬
TAMAASHA 🎭
The Stage of Stardom 🎭
⏳ Time Limit: 5 minutes
🎬 Monologue or Mime Act
🚨 Rules & Regulations:
✔️ Use voice modulation, expressions, and body language.
✔️ No obscene or vulgar content.
✔️ Monologue must be from a Bollywood movie or web series.
✔️ Minimal props and costumes allowed but must be managed within time.
🏆 Judging Criteria:
🗣️ Dialogue Delivery & Clarity – 30%
🎭 Expression & Body Language – 25%
💖 Emotional Impact – 20%
💡 Originality & Creativity – 15%
🎤 Stage Presence – 10%
Unleash the drama and let the stage echo with your Tamasha! 🎬
CHALCHITRA 🎥
The Cinephiles' Duel 🎥
🎭 Format: Lone wolf or Team of Two
🏆 Prelims: Questions displayed for 30 sec each, then revisited for 15 sec each.
🎞️ Finale: Top 10 qualify to finale.
🚨 Rules & Regulations:
✔️ Pen and paper will be provided.
✔️ Answers must be written legibly.
✔️ No negative marking in prelims.
✔️ Any misconduct leads to disqualification.
Put your silver screen knowledge to the test in the Chalchitra arena! 🎬
RANGCHITRA – THE PAINTING COMPETITION 🎨
A canvas for creativity and cultural expression 🖌️
🪢 Theme: Cultural Artforms of India
⚡️ Mediums Allowed: Watercolors, acrylic, oil paints, poster colors, pastels.
🎨 Submission: Online, deadline: 17/04/25
🎯 Judging Criteria:
🎗 **Creativity & Originality** – 40%
🏵 **Theme Interpretation** – 30%
**Technique & Skill** – 20%
🚨 **Overall Presentation** – 10%
Let the strokes of your brush weave a Rangchitra!
KAAVYA – THE POETRY RECITATION COMPETITION 📜
Unleash the power of words and emotions 🖋️
⏰ Time Limit: 3-5 minutes per participant
📜 Language: Any language
🚨 **Rules:**
✔️ Poems can be original or published works, but original compositions will be given extra credit.
✔️ No obscene, vulgar, or offensive content is allowed.
✔️ Participants must focus on voice modulation, expressions, and delivery.
✔️ Paper/screen reading is discouraged; memorization is preferred.
✔️ Background music or sound effects are not allowed.
✔️ Exceeding the time limit will lead to point deduction.
🏆 **Judging Criteria:**
🗣 **Expression & Delivery** – 30%
🌹 **Poetic Depth & Meaning** – 25%
**Voice Modulation & Clarity** – 20%
🎤 **Memorization & Fluency** – 15%
🎭 **Overall Impact** – 10%
Let your words weave emotions and bring Kaavya to life!
BEHROOP – THE TURNCOAT CHALLENGE 🎭
One voice, two sides, endless impact 🗣️
⏰ Time Limit: 5+1 minutes per participant
🚨 **Rules:**
✔️ Topics will be given 5 minutes before the turn.
✔️ Paper and screen reading are not allowed.
✔️ Participants must switch sides only after fully presenting one side of the argument.
🏆 **Judging Criteria:**
💪 **Content & Argument Strength** – 30%
📜 **Fluency & Transition Between Sides** – 25%
🗣 **Clarity, Pronunciation & Voice Modulation** – 20%
🎗 **Persuasiveness & Convincing Power** – 15%
**Overall Impact & Confidence** – 10%
✨ Don your Behroopiya hat—one voice, two sides, endless impact!
TAL TARANG – THE INSTRUMENTAL SOLO COMPETITION 🎶
Bring your melodies to life with every note 🎼
⏰ Time Limit: 5 minutes per participant
🎶 Instrument: Any musical instrument (Solo Performance)
🚨 **Rules:**
✔️ Only one accompanist is allowed (if needed).
✔️ No pre-recorded music; live performance only.
✔️ Exceeding the time limit will lead to point deduction.
🏆 **Judging Criteria:**
🎵 **Melodic Harmony & Precision** – 30%
🎶 **Technical Skill & Complexity** – 25%
🎤 **Rhythm & Tempo Accuracy** – 20%
💃 **Stage Presence & Expression** – 15%
🌟 **Overall Impact** – 10%
Let the rhythm of your instrument resonate with the audience in Tal Tarang!
MUDRA – The Art of Movement 💃
Unleash your inner dancer! 💃
⏳ Time Limit: 5 minutes
🎭 Dance Styles: Classical, Contemporary, Hip-hop, Bollywood, Folk, Freestyle, etc.
🚨 **Rules & Regulations:**
✔️ No obscene or vulgar content.
✔️ Music track must be submitted in MP3 format at least 1 day before the event.
✔️ Props are allowed but must be arranged by participants.
🏆 **Judging Criteria:**
🎭 **Choreography & Creativity** – 30%
⚡ **Expressions & Energy** – 25%
🎤 **Stage Presence & Audience Engagement** – 20%
🩰 **Technical Execution & Clarity** – 15%
🔥 **Overall Impact** – 10%
Grace the stage and let your Mudra tell a story! ✨
Event Partners
Location & Contact
- Dr YVS Murty Auditorium
- Visakhapatnam
Contact
- Alok Singh – +91 91459 30978
- Rishabh Dharmwal – +91 63955 09272
- Debadrita Sengupta – +91 81670 83151
- Shambhavi Singh – +91 85291 47117
- Sampurna Panda – +91 93489 36774
- Tamojeet Lahiri – +91 90646 10307
- Kritagya Sharma – +91 87703 94330
- Aman Singh – +91 91233 27717
- Medha Bhatt – +91 91489 37525
- Rijak Kaur Sarla – +91 70180 30320
- Sourav Lal Paswan – +91 96083 80843
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NIRVANA 2025