
Current Academic Role & Responsibilities
Serves as the Class Chairman for the 2023–27 batch and actively coordinates academic and administrative activities for smooth conduct of the programme. Functions as the Survey Laboratory In-charge, overseeing laboratory management, equipment maintenance, and effective conduct of practical sessions for undergraduate students.
Coordinates departmental activities as the Digital Coordinator and LMS Coordinator, ensuring systematic documentation, academic monitoring, and effective implementation of digital learning platforms. Serves as the Advisor for the IE Civil Student Chapter, guiding students in organizing technical events, workshops, seminars, and professional development activities. Also functions as the Coordinator for the Joint Masters Program SURPAVE, facilitating student participation and academic collaboration activities.
Contributes to institutional responsibilities through preparation and compilation of departmental data for the MIT Annual Report and active involvement in the Data Collection Committee. Acts as a Teacher Guardian for first-year students, mentoring and supporting them in academic, professional, and personal development, while helping them adapt effectively to the academic environment. Additionally, actively participates in various departmental and institutional academic and administrative activities.
Experience
| Institution / Organisation | Designation | Tenure |
|---|---|---|
| Manipal Institute of Technology | Assistant Professor | July 2014 - Till Date |
| CiSTUP, IISc Bangalore | Project Associate | August 2013 - July 2014 |
Subjects Currently Teaching
| Subject | Semester / Year |
|---|---|
| Engineering Mechanics and Smart Buildings | I & II Semester |
| Environmental Studies | I & II Semester |
| Mechanics of Solids | I Semester |
| Surveying Practice | IV Semester |
| Soil Mechanics Lab | VI Semester |
Academic Qualifications
| Degree | Specialisation | Institute | yearOfPassing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ph.D | Public Transportation - Civil Engineering | National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal | 2024 |
| M.Tech | Transportation Systems Engineering | National Institute of Technology Karnataka, Surathkal | 2013 |
| B.E | Civil Engineering | Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (affiliated to VTU), Mysore | 2011 |