Oct 2022 – Present · 3 yrs 6 mos · Panipat, Haryana, India

• I am currently serving as Professor and Head, CSE – Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, with a proven track record of building academically strong, industry-ready, and placement-focused departments.
• As Head of the Department, I lead both academic excellence and employability outcomes by driving curriculum rigor, hands-on learning, and industry alignment. My role focuses on transforming students into placement-ready professionals through structured training roadmaps, skill gap analysis, certification planning, internship integration, and project-based learning aligned with current industry demands.
• I actively design and implement placement and training strategies, collaborating with industry experts to ensure exposure to real-world tools, emerging technologies, and problem-solving approaches. This includes organizing industry-driven workshops, bootcamps, guest lectures, faculty upskilling programs, and mock placement processes.
• With strong expertise in NBA, NAAC, NIRF, and Outcome-Based Education (OBE), I ensure continuous improvement through data-driven academic planning, outcome mapping (PEOs–POs–PSOs–COs), and quality audits. I also mentor faculty and students for research output, innovation, competitive exams, higher studies, and corporate careers.
• Backed by a strong academic foundation with B.Tech, M.E., and Ph.D. in Computer Science & Engineering from BITS Pilani, and enriched by industry experience at Patni Pvt. Ltd. and Appin Soft Pvt. Ltd., I effectively bridge the gap between academia and industry, delivering quality education with measurable placement outcomes.

Nov 2021 – Oct 2022 · 11 mos · Greater Delhi Area

• I have served as Associate Dean (Engineering) and Head of the Department – CSE (Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Cloud Computing), demonstrating strong leadership in academics, industry integration, innovation, and technology-driven education.
• I bring strong academic and university-level connections with industry partners, enabling effective collaboration in curriculum co-design, faculty upskilling, student certifications, internships, live projects, funded research, and joint innovation initiatives. I have actively worked with leading organizations such as IBM, TCS, Samatrix Pvt. Ltd., and Apple to embed industry-relevant skills and tools into academic programs.
• I have successfully led and managed multiple undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, including B.Tech CSE, BCA (Cloud Computing), BCA (AI & ML), MCA, M.Tech, and Ph.D., ensuring academic rigor, compliance, and future readiness. My academic focus strongly emphasizes emerging and disruptive technologies, including Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, IoT, Blockchain, and Industry 4.0/5.0 paradigms.
• As head of Training and Placement, I designed outcome-driven placement and training strategies, aligned with industry demand, employability skills, and emerging technology roles, resulting in improved placement outcomes and stronger corporate engagement.
• I have played a pivotal role in institutional quality and accreditation processes, including NAAC, NBA, UGC 12(B), and TCS Academic Accreditation, with expertise in OBE implementation, outcome mapping, continuous quality improvement (CQI), and audit readiness.
• With a strong academic foundation and deep commitment to innovation, technology adoption, and industry-aligned education, I consistently work towards building future-ready institutions and graduates capable of excelling in emerging technology domains.

Nov 2020 – Oct 2021 · 11 mos · India

• I have served as Professor, R&D Coordinator, and Program Coordinator in the Computer Science & Engineering – Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Department, playing a key role in academic planning, research development, and program execution.
• In this capacity, I successfully organized and conducted two International Conferences in collaboration with IEEE and AIP Publishing, contributing to global research visibility, faculty–student research culture, and international academic networking.
• I was instrumental in establishing and strengthening the AI and Data Science department, with primary responsibility for curriculum design, academic structuring, and implementation of research schemes aligned with emerging technologies, industry needs, and national education frameworks.
• My role included developing outcome-based curricula, introducing advanced courses, hands-on labs, industry-relevant electives, and research-driven learning models, and ensuring effective execution at the departmental level. I also guided faculty and students in research planning, publications, funded proposals, and innovation activities, fostering a sustainable research and innovation ecosystem within the department.
• Through strong academic leadership and a focus on AI, Data Science, and emerging technology domains, I contributed significantly to the growth, quality enhancement, and research orientation of the department.

Aug 2018 – Sep 2018 · 1 mo · Rajkot, Gujarat, India · On-site

• Professor and Head in the CSE Department.

Mar 2016 – Nov 2020 · 4 yrs 8 mos · Chandigarh Area, India

• The Chandigarh Group of Colleges are the educational institutions located in Sahibzada Ajit Singh Nagar district of Punjab in short distance from cities of Chandigarh and Mohali. Chandigarh Group of Colleges was established in 2001 at Landran initially and at Jhanjheri in 2012.
• Affiliations: I. K. Gujral Punjab Technical University
• Founded: 2001

Oct 2014 – Dec 2015 · 1 yr 2 mos · Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh, India

• Rajeev Gandhi Memorial College of Engineering and Technology is an autonomous college located in Nandyal, Andhra Pradesh, India. The college is affiliated to JNTU University Anantapur and is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation. The Institute received an autonomous status in 2010.
• Affiliations: JNTU KAKINADA

Mar 2012 – Oct 2014 · 2 yrs 7 mos · Alwar

• Institute of Engineering & Technology, Alwar is the First self-financed college of Rajasthan, established in 1998 at Alwar and managed by All India Society for Advanced Education & Research. The Institute was given NOC and approval by the A.I.C.T.E. on 07 July, 1998 and it obtained affiliation from the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur on 04 August, 1998.
• Affiliations: RTU KOTA

Jun 2011 – Mar 2012 · 9 mos · Raisen road,Campus

• Oriental Group of Institutes was started by the founder Chairman Shri K.L Thakral in the year 1995, imparting quality education in the disciplines of Engineering, Pharmacy, Management and Advanced Computer Studies. Oriental College of Management is affiliated to Barkatullah University Bhopal.

Jan 2009 – May 2011 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Rajasthan, India

• Institute of Engineering & Technology, Alwar is the First self-financed college of Rajasthan, established in 1998 at Alwar and managed by All India Society for Advanced Education & Research. The Institute was given NOC and approval by the A.I.C.T.E. on 07 July, 1998 and it obtained affiliation from the University of Rajasthan, Jaipur on 04 August, 1998.
• Affiliation of RTU KOTA

May 2008 – Dec 2008 · 7 mos · Mumbai

• Patni Computer Systems (P) Ltd is India's sixth largest software company that provides Information technology Service to clients in diverse industries. Established in the year 1978, Patni Computers has revenue of more than US $ 150 million. Patni has noteworthy technical expertise in the fields of enterprise applications, enterprise systems management, e-business and embedded technology. An ISO 9001:2000 certified company; Patni has the distinction of being the largest company in the world that has all its development centers assessed at SEI CMM Level 5 and P-CMM Level 3.

Feb 2005 – May 2006 · 1 yr 3 mos · South Delhi, Delhi, India

• Designing Databse and Flow chart of Projects.Working on Reliance Project.

May 2004 – Dec 2004 · 7 mos · Pilani

• Birla Science Museum in Pilani is one of the famous science museums of Rajasthan. Birlas want to highlight the India 's progress in the field of science & technology and the rapid growth of industrial activity in India . So they established Birla Museum in 1954 at Pilani, first science & technology museum of India. After its establishment many other technological museums established by taking its inspiration. Till now it is the only privately sponsored technological museum in India

May 2002 – Jul 2002 · 2 mos · Jaipur

• This plant is located in the heart of Pink City of India, which is also famous for its Tourists spots. Spread over a total area of 4,78,900 m2 and a covered area of 75,310 m2, Jaipur plant has state of the art manufacturing facilities and capable to manufacture all types of Ball and Roller Bearings of NEI product range.