We are pleased to announce the formalization of a strategic partnership between VIT and Gudlyf Mobility Pvt Ltd. This Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) establishes a framework for the External Part-Time (EPT) PhD Programme, designed specifically for Gudlyf employees.

The MoU was exchanged by Dr. G. Viswanathan, Founder & Chancellor, VIT and Dr. Ajeet Babu, Founder & CEO, Gudlyf Mobility Pvt Ltd. Dr. Ajeet is a proud alumna of VIT Vellore having completed his PhD in Manufacturing Engineering in 2019. Joining them were Dr. Sankar Viswanathan, Vice President, VIT; Dr. Kanchana Bhaaskaran, Vice Chancellor; Dr. Samuel Rajkumar, Director – Continuing Professional Development (CPD) & Career Development Centre (CDC); Dr. Anand A., Associate Dean – School of Biosciences and Technology (SBST); Dr. Ramanathan K., Deputy Director – CDC; Dr. Jayakumar S. & Dr. Jayakrishnan P., Assistant Directors – CDC, Dr. Vanitha R., CPD, and Ms. Sudha R., Manager, Technology Business Incubator (VIT-TBI).

Through this collaboration, VIT will provide academic governance and research supervision, while Gudlyf Mobility supports its employees in pursuing advanced doctoral research. This initiative aims to foster high-quality industry-academic collaboration, driving innovation and professional development in the mobility sector.