Dr.K.Palani M.E., PhD. Professor & HOD / IT

Dr. K. Palani is a seasoned academician and administrator with over 25 years of experience in the fields of academia, research, and institutional leadership. He earned a First-Class with Honours Diploma in Computer Technology from the Directorate of Technical Education (DOTE) in 1996, followed by a Bachelor of Engineering in Computer Science and Engineering from the University of Madras in 1999. He completed his Master of Engineering and Ph.D. in Computer Science and Engineering from Anna University, Chennai, in 2006 and January 2017, respectively. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. K.Palani has held several key leadership roles at reputed engineering institutions across Chennai, Coimbatore, and Hyderabad. His roles have included Principal (5 years), Professor, Research Coordinator, Placement Coordinator, and NAAC & NBA Coordinator, among others. He has also served in various academic and administrative capacities, contributing significantly to quality assurance and institutional development. Dr.K.Palani has evaluated two Ph.D. theses and guided over 150 undergraduate and postgraduate projects in Computer Science and Engineering. He holds lifetime memberships in several professional bodies, including the International Association of Engineers and Green Globe (IAEGG) and the Institute for Engineering Research and Publication (IFERP). His academic contributions include 35+ research publications in reputed international and national journals and conferences. He is also an innovator with three patents to his credit. Committed to continuous academic growth, he has organized and participated in more than 45 faculty development and refresher programs. Dr. K.Palani is widely recognized for his straightforward and approachable nature, fostering a constructive and collaborative environment among students, faculty, parents, management, and other stakeholders.