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About the Department
The Department of Information Technology (IT) at KiTE, is dedicated to fostering the next generation of infotech engineers and innovators. The department provides a comprehensive educational experience that blends theoretical foundations with hands-on, real-world applications. The curriculum is continually updated to align with the dynamic needs of the global tech industry, ensuring graduates are prepared for careers in fields ranging from software development and networking to advanced data science.
The department, recognized as an official Research Centre by Anna University, supports faculty and student aspirations to pursue high-level academic research, contribute to contemporary knowledge, and secure funding for innovative projects.
Research Centre Status
Established
Faculty Strength
Student Intake
Labs
MoUs
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"We envision a department where technology meets purpose, and students evolve into innovators and responsible technologists."
Dr. J. Nirmaladevi, M.E., Ph.D.
Professor and Head of the Department of CSE (AI&ML)
Head of the Department of IT
Dr. Nimaladevi has extensive experience in outcome-based education, institutional quality frameworks, and academic leadership, with a strong commitment to student mentoring and building academic excellence through industry-aligned learning ecosystems. Her research interests include Artificial Intelligence, Natural Language Processing, Deep Learning, Data Analytics, and Visualization, with a special focus on Tamil language-centric AI for human-centric intelligent systems. She is also the Founder of IniyenMozhi and writes under the pen name “Yazh,” integrating technology, language, and creativity to drive meaningful academic and societal impact.
Programs Offered
The Department of Information Technology (IT) offers degree programs designed to provide a broad yet specialized education to meet industry standards.
Level
Program
Undergraduation
B.Tech Information Technology
The IT Department is an Anna University-recognized research center committed to advancing the frontiers of computer science and engineering.
Research Projects
Dr. R.S. Rajesh
funded by TNSCST
Ms. S. Kavitha
IEEE published
Student-led project under Dr. M. Prakash
The department maintains robust connections with the industry to bridge the gap between academia and corporate practice. Such partnerships facilitate guest lectures, internships, faculty development programs, and joint projects. The Information Technology Department at KiTE has a strong track record of external collaboration, securing the highest number of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) within the college in the 2022-23 Academic Year. Recent strategic partnerships have been established with leading firms like Binary Cube Technologies, Vgm Soft Tech, and VEI Technologies, ensuring the curriculum remains industry-relevant and students have clear pathways for practical exposure.
Active MoUs
The IT Department is home to highly qualified faculty with expertise in diverse domains, including AI, cybersecurity, and software engineering. The faculty members include senior research supervisors recognized by Anna University, leading Ph.D. research in core IT domains. Additionally, the department benefits from the Professor of Practice (PoP) initiative, which integrates corporate experts into the teaching process, ensuring that practical, contemporary industry knowledge is imparted directly to students.
DR. PALANI K
PROFESSOR
Ph.D
DR. VIJAYKUMAR PDR
PROFESSOR
Ph.D
DR. ANANTHI M
PROFESSOR
Ph.D
DR. VENKATESH BABU S
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Ph.D
DR. RAJASEKARAN S
ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR
Ph.D
MR. SURESH KUMAR V
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
M.E.
MR. JOEL ANANDRAJ E
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
M.Tech
MS. SHIRLEY JOSEPHINE MARY R
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR
M.E.
The Department boasts dedicated infrastructure designed to support both theoretical learning and hands-on invention.
IT Laboratories
IT Programming Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Core Tech Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Full-Stack Development Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Software Design Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Cloud Computing Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Security Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Projects Lab
Hardware
Software
Additional Facilities
Student life is enriched by a thriving culture of technical clubs, associations, and professional body chapters that promote holistic development.
Professional Bodies & Clubs
TechnoSpire Department Club– A student-led innovation and coding club.
CSI Student Chapter
CodeSprint – Competitive Coding League
Flagship Events
The department fosters a strong culture of competitive technical problem-solving through frequent Hackathon events. Regular inter-departmental workshops, training sessions, and faculty development programs (FDPs) are hosted, often linked to the core research R-TAGs.
Department Flagship Events Include
HackVerse – Annual Hackathon
HackSprint – 24-hour Hackathon
CodeQuest – Inter-college Coding Challenge
Recent Highlights
Guest Lecture Series on AI Ethics.
Workshop on Cybersecurity by RedHat Experts.
Alumni Panel on Career Pathways in IT.
