Ujjal Adhikary
Ujjal Adhikary is an Indian astrophysicist, aerospace engineer, research expert, poet, and short-film maker. He is best recognised for his inter-disciplinary achievements in various scientific, literary, and film-related endeavors. Adhikary is a holder of National Record & World Record – Youngest Chartered Aerospace Engineer. He is an expert in data-based astronomy, cosmology, designing rockets, metaphysics-related concepts based on astrophysics, poetry, short films, etc.
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| Ujjal Adhikary in 2026 | |
| Born | India |
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| Nationality | Indian |
| Education | B.Tech (Aeronautical Engineering), Chartered Engineer (Aerospace) |
| Alma mater | Institute of Engineers (India), Pondicherry University, Kalasalingam University, BIT MESRA |
| Occupation | Astrophysicist, Aerospace Engineer, Filmmaker |
| Years active | 2018–present |
| Known for | Youngest Chartered Aerospace Engineer, Astrophysics Research, Poetry, Short Films |
| Notable works | Pratham Aalap, Professor Ujaan (Series), Water (2022), Deyaler Opare (2025) |
| Awards | Youngest Chartered Aerospace Engineer (National & World Record), Multiple National & International Literary and Film Awards |
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| Religion | Hinduism |
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Early Life & Education
Ujjal Adhikary was born in India. He earned his Bachelor of Technology in Aerospace Engineering and then Chartered Engineering – Aerospace from the Institute of Engineers (India). He continued with his dissertation in Astronomy and Astrophysics at the M. P. Birla Institute of Fundamental Research, Bangalore, with particular emphasis of theoretical constructs relating to the Big Bang Theory.
| Program / Training | Field / Focus | Institution / Organization |
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| Satellite Technology Program | Satellite Systems & Space Technology | IIT Roorkee |
| Quantum Computing Program | Quantum Computing | IISc Bangalore |
| Astrophysics Workshop | Astrophysics | IISc Bangalore |
| Rocket Propulsion & Spacecraft Dynamics Training | Rocket Propulsion & Spacecraft Dynamics | ISRO |
| Rocket Designing Program | Rocket Design & Engineering | Mars Exploration Pvt. Ltd. |
| Qualification Type | Degree / Certification | Institution / Organization |
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| Management Degree | MBA in Operations Management | Pondicherry University |
| Postgraduate Degree | Master’s in Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | Kalasalingam University |
| International Diploma | Astrobiology | International Institution |
| International Diploma | Deep Space Exploration | International Institution |
| Award | Gold Medal – IMAVEN Astronomy Olympiad (Master Category) | IMAVEN |
| Doctoral Degree | PhD in Space Engineering and Rocketry | BIT Mesra |
Career
Astrophysics and Research
Mr. Ujjal Adhikary serves as an astrophysicist with expertise in data-driven research, named data-driven astronomy. His research achievements have found publication in international research journals and encompassed numerous domains such as nucleosynthesis research, dark energy research, supernovae research, theoretical Big Bang research, human space flight research, and even rocket optimization with the aid of Artificial Intelligence.
Aerospace Engineering
By achieving national as well as global recognition, Adhikary gained the status of the ‘Youngest Chartered Aerospace Engineer.’ The contributions of the engineer in the direction of ‘Aerospace Engineering’ are related to propulsion, vehicle optimization, spacecraft, as well as sustainable rocket development. The research interest of the engineer, as a researcher, revolves around efficiency, performance, as well as sustainability in contemporary ‘Aerospace-Spaceship-Space Flight’ engineering disciplines.
Research Publications
Ujjal Adhikary has written nine peer reviewed research papers in international research journals:
- Uncovering Stellar Patterns and Anomalies Through Data-Driven Astronomy
- Revisiting Primordial Nucleosynthesis in Alternative Cosmological Models
- The Enigma of Dark Energy
- Advances and Challenges in Supernova Exploration
- The Intersection of Sky and Stone: A Study in Archeoastronomy
- Mathematical Frameworks for the Big Bang Theory
- Human Spaceflight: Technological and Biological Challenges
- Lord Shiva and the Concept of Dark Energy
- Next-Generation Rocket Design: AI-Driven Optimization and Sustainable Propulsion
Literary Works
Ujjal Adhikary is an established poet and science-fiction author whose major literary contributions range from poetry to speculative writing. Among his published books are Pratham Aalap, Professor Ujaan, Podarthobidday Kobita, Dukkho Bilashi, Kobitar Morshum, and Rocket er Kabbo. Apart from the books he has authored, nearly 200 of his literary contributions have been published, many at the International Kolkata Book Fair itself.
Short-Film Career
Being a successful filmmaker, Adhikary has directed many acclaimed short films that have won recognition at different dimensions in national as well as foreign film festivals. His short film which name was Water released in 2022 has gained much appreciation from different platforms, including some prominent ones, as a way of introducing his presence in the independent film industry. Furthermore, the filmmaker has made a prominent impact in the industry, as his short film Deyaler Opare has gained much success at foreign platforms, as evidenced by winning 10 international film festival awards in 2025.
Achievements and Recognition
Film: Water (2022)
| Year | Award / Film Festival | Category / Recognition |
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| 2023 | International Kolkata Short Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | West Bengal International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | Goa International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | National Level Short Film Award | Winner |
| 2023 | National Short Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | Cosmos International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | Indian International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | Behala International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2023 | Red International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2024 | Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2025 | Dadasaheb Phalke International Motivational Award | Filmmaker of the Year |
| 2025 | Film Fiesta National Award | Best Director |
| 2025 | 15th Dadasaheb Phalke Film Festival | Special Jury Mention |
| 2025 | Golden Peacock Rashtriya Ratna Award | Honour |
Film: Deyaler Opare (2025)
| Year | Award / Film Festival | Category / Recognition |
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| 2025 | Dadasaheb Phalke International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2025 | Jaipur National Award | Winner |
| 2025 | Chalachitro National Award | Winner |
| 2025 | 9th National Media Conclave | Recognition |
| 2025 | International Kolkata Short Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2025 | Goa International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2025 | Mumbai International Short Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2025 | 8th Annabhau Sathe International Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2026 | Global Independent Film Festival | Award Winner |
| 2026 | Asia Continental Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2026 | Silver Screen Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2026 | South Asia Film Festival | Official Selection |
| 2026 | World Panorama Film Festival | Official Selection |
Literary Awards
| Year | Award Name | Work / Category |
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| 2021 | Ukiyoto International Literary Award | Literary Excellence |
| 2022 | Top 100 Writers of India’s Prime Award | Literature |
| 2023 | India’s Youngest Poet Award | Poetry |
| 2023 | Outstanding Poet of the Year | Poetry |
| 2024 | Bhartiya Sarbochya Sanman Puraskar | Literature |
| 2024 | Top 50 Star India Award | Literature |
| 2024 | Rabindra Ratna Puraskar | Bengali Literature |
| 2024 | National Literature Award | Literature |
| 2024 | All India Best Writers Award | Writing Excellence |
| 2024 | All India Bengali Literature Conference Award | Bengali Literature |
| 2024 | TIR Literary Award | Literature |
| 2025 | Golden Book Award | Pratham Aalap |
| 2025 | Michael Madhusudan Dutta Memorial Award | Literature |
| 2025 | Lekha Saradi Award | Literature |
| 2025 | Sera Sahittik Samman | Literature |
| 2025 | Edutel Best Writer Award | Literature |
| 2025 | Rabindra Sriti Puraskar | Bengali Literature |