Industry - Academia Networking Conclave (IANC) 2025

About IANC

About SMEC

The School of Mechanical Engineering, established in 1984, is one of VIT Vellore's pioneering engineering schools. The school provides four undergraduate degrees, five postgraduate programs, and research opportunities. According to the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2024, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering at VIT is in the top 8-10 in India and 201-250 globally. The school has signed several Memoranda of Understanding with academic institutes and organisations of national and international reputation, allowing students, researchers, and professors to research and work on cutting-edge innovations through collaboration. With the cooperation of industries, the school has also developed two Centres of Excellence to give students with knowledge of real-time products and provide chances to work on Industrial challenges. In addition, the school collaborated with the industries to establish the curriculum and courses. Similarly, the school offers tailored programs such as B.Tech Manufacturing Engineering and B.Sc. Manufacturing Sciences for Industry Personnel. With the help of industry partners, the school has offered joint value-added courses to its students. The school's advanced facilities enable cutting-edge research in various speciality technological fields, allowing us to conduct professional development courses, training programs, and seminars to upskill and reskill industry personnel. The school is proud of the tremendous research support it has earned from several national and international bodies. The school's research efforts have been recognised by the Department of Science and Technology of the Government of India, and it has received funding from the FIST (Funds for Improving Science and Technology Infrastructure) initiative in 2003, 2010, and 2022, as well as the Promotion of University Research and Scientific Excellence (PURSE) scheme in 2021.

About the Career Development Centre

The Career Development Centre is essential in establishing VIT's distinguished placement record. It guarantees the seamless operation of placement activities on campus. The CDC enhances student training initiatives and ensures optimal placement in premier national and worldwide enterprises. The CDC office assists with securing placements and organising internships. The Centre is committed to promoting a culture of lifelong learning and to helping students acquire the skills and knowledge needed to succeed in a rapidly changing job market.