The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (Data Science), Santhiram Engineering College, organized an awareness programme titled “Shaping Data-Driven Futures through GATE 2027” on 3rd September 2026 for III & IV Year Data Science students. The programme was coordinated by Mr. M. Ravichandra, Program Coordinator, under the guidance of Dr. N. Ramadevi, Head of the Department, and Mr. M. V. Subramanyam, Principal. The programme featured Mr. Balaram Shaw and Mr. Chethan V. A, PhD Scholars (PMRF), Interdisciplinary Centre for Water Research, Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, as resource persons. The resource persons provided valuable insights into GATE 2027 eligibility, examination pattern, syllabus, preparation strategies, time management, higher education, research opportunities, scholarships, and career prospects. They also emphasized the importance of strengthening fundamentals in mathematics, programming, computer science, data analysis, and problem-solving skills.