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The ACM India Winter School on Algorithmic Game Theory, hosted by IIT Ropar, aims to introduce participants to the fundamental concepts and methods of algorithmic game theory. The school will cover the theoretical foundations as well as practical applications in areas such as resource allocation, auction design, voting and elections, and machine learning.
Through a series of lectures and interactive sessions by leading experts, the school seeks to provide participants with a solid understanding of how game-theoretic principles can be applied to algorithmic and real-world problems.
🗣️ Speakers
🗣️ Speakers
Jugal Garg
University of Illinois at Urbana-ChampaignJugal Garg
Sushmita Gupta
IMSc ChennaiSushmita Gupta
Rohit Vaish
IIT DelhiRohit Vaish
Ganesh Ghamle
IIT HyderabadGanesh Ghamle
Sujit Gujar
IIIT HyderabadSujit Gujar
Manish Kumar
IIT RoparManish Kumar
Shweta Jain
IIT RoparShweta Jain
Swapnil Dhamal
IIT RoparSwapnil Dhamal
🗓️ Schedule
🗓️ Schedule
🔈 Registration and Welcome will take place on 15th December at 8:40 AM.
⚠️ A tentative schedule outlining the series of lectures and sessions is provided above. Please note that the schedule is subject to minor changes, and participants are advised to check for updates closer to the event.
📚 Course Materials
📚 Course Materials
All lecture slides, tutorial materials, and additional resources related to the Winter School will be made available through the shared folder linked below.
Course Folder: Click Here
The folder will be updated regularly as the Winter School progresses, so participants are encouraged to check it periodically for newly uploaded content.
🏨 Accomodation Facilities
🏨 Accomodation Facilities
🏠 Hostel Allocation
🏠 Hostel Allocation
📍 Sutlej Hostel 🔗 : For Male Participants
📍 Brahmaputra Hostel 🔗 : For Female Participants
🛏️ Facilities Provided
🛏️ Facilities Provided
Participants will be provided with basic amenities, including beds, mattresses, blankets, and essential furnishings for a comfortable stay.
⚠️ Disclaimer
⚠️ Disclaimer
The temperature at IIT Ropar during mid-December typically ranges between 7°C and to 9°C. Participants are advised to carry warm clothes and jackets to ensure a comfortable stay during the event.
📍 Venue
📍 Venue
CS1, Computer Science and Engineering Department, S. Ramanujan Block, IIT Ropar
Bara Phool, Punjab 140001, India
🛣️ How to Reach @IITRPR
🛣️ How to Reach @IITRPR
Direct
[Chandigarh] ---------> [IIT Ropar Campus] || Direct Taxi/ Cab || Fare Estimate: Rs. 1500 - Rs. 2000 (approx.)
⏱️ Travel Time: 1 hr 15 min - 1 hr 30 min (approx. 45 km)
By Bus
Phase I: [Chandigarh ISBT (Sector 17/43)] -----> [Ropar Bus Stand] || Every 30-45minutes (6am - 8pm)
Phase II: [Ropar Bus Stand] ----> [IIT Ropar Campus] || Auto/Rickshaw || Fare: Rs100 - Rs150
By Train
Phase I: [Chandigarh Railway Station (CDG)] ---> [Ropar Railway Station (RPAR)]
Train No.: 19411 (Daulatpur Chowk Exp) 7:50am || 64563 (Memu) 9:03 am || 12057 (Jan Shatabdi) 6:50 pm
Phase II: [Ropar Railway Station] ----> [IIT Ropar Campus] || Auto/Rickshaw || Fare: Rs100 - Rs150
Although taxis and autos are generally easy to find, for participants’ convenience, some useful contact numbers are provided below:
Taxi Services: +91 9501981209 , +91 9999154445 , +91 9417117113
Taxi Services: +91 9501981209 , +91 9999154445 , +91 9417117113
Auto Services: +91 8283815135 , +91 9814372807 , +91 9877202047 , +91 6280862439
Auto Services: +91 8283815135 , +91 9814372807 , +91 9877202047 , +91 6280862439
📞 Contact Information
📞 Contact Information
Organisers:
Organisers:
Accomodation Related:
Accomodation Related:
Volunteers:
Volunteers:
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
❓Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q. Where is the venue for the Winter School?
A. The Winter School will be held at the CS1, Ramanujan Block, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, IIT Ropar.
Q. What are the pre-requisites to attend the winter school?
A. Participants are expected to have a basic understanding of Data Structures and Algorithms. It is also recommended that they revise key concepts in Linear Algebra and Probability to make the most of the winter school sessions.
Q. What are the required documents for registration of ACM India Winter School 2025 - Algorithmic Game Theory?
A. Only a valid student identity card is required for registration. There is no need to submit any other certificates or documents.
Q. Are there any transportation arrangements from the railway station or airport to IIT Ropar?
A. No, participants are requested to arrange their own transportation.
Details about how to reach the venue, including nearby railway stations, and local transport options, are provided in the “How to Reach” section above on this page.
Q. Will travel expenses be reimbursed by the institute?
Q. Will travel expenses be reimbursed by the institute?
A. No, travel reimbursement will not be offered by the institute. Participants are expected to cover their own travel expenses.
Q. Will accommodation be provided?
A. Yes, accommodation will be provided in the hostels at IIT Ropar.
Male participants will be accommodated in the Sutlej Hostel, and female participants will be accommodated in the Brahmaputra Hostel.
Further details regarding room allotment will be shared upon arrival at the venue.
Q: What are the check-in and check-out dates for accommodation during the winter school?
Q: What are the check-in and check-out dates for accommodation during the winter school?
A: Since the winter school sessions will be held from December 15th to 24th, accommodation will be provided from December 14th to 25th. Participants may check in or check out at any time within these dates.
Q. How far is the hostel from the venue?
A. The hostel and the event venue are both located within the IIT Ropar campus. The distance between them is less than one kilometre
Q. Will food be provided? If so, is it complimentary or chargeable?
A. Yes, breakfast, lunch, and dinner will be provided by the institute. The meals will be complimentary for all participants. No additional charges will be applied.
Q. Will a laptop be provided?
A. No, you will need to bring your laptop and phone charger.
Q. What is the schedule for the lectures?
A. Here is the link for the schedule: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/130h7hcQJuWTcHk-sf2ayDAQvu4D4CyErK8HoaKtOHI8/edit?usp=sharing
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