Ranchi
October 7, 2026
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between C-DAC Patna and Sarala Birla University (SBU) Ranchi, on October7th, 2026 establishing an umbrella framework for collaboration in capacity building, research&development, innovation, and academic–industry engagement.
The MoU was signed by Shri Abhinav Dixit, Centre Head, C-DAC Patna, and Prof. S. B. Dandin, Registrar, SBU Ranchi, in the presence of Prof. (Dr.) Jeganathan Chockalingam, Vice-Chancellor and Prof. (Dr.) Gopal Pathak, Director General of SBU Ranchi. The ceremony was also attended by Dean(s), HoDs, faculty members and representatives from various schools and academic units of the University, including Engineering & Applied Sciences, Electronics, Management and Innovation Labs.
Representing C-DAC Patna, the ceremony was attended by Shri Saket Jha, Scientist D, Shri Nishant Kumar Shekhar, ScientistD, and Shri Amarjeet Sharma, ScientistC& OSD.
The collaboration aims to strengthen the academic and technical capabilities of faculty members and students by bringing relevant industry knowledge, technological expertise, and practical exposure into the academic environment. Through this partnership, both institutions will work together to identify areas where C-DAC’s technical expertise can support the evolving requirements of SBU’s faculty, students, researchers, and academic programmes.
The MoU also provides a broad framework for joint initiatives in capacity building, research and development, innovation, technical training, workshops, knowledge-sharing sessions, collaborative projects, and other academic and technology-oriented activities.
A key focus of the partnership will be to bridge the gap between academic learning and current industry practices by enabling faculty members and students to gain exposure to contemporary technologies, real-world applications, emerging research areas, and industry-driven approaches.
Through sustained interaction and collaborative activities, C-DAC Patna and SBU Ranchi aim to enhance the knowledge and skills of students and faculty members, promote research and innovation, and create opportunities for meaningful engagement between academia and the technology industry.
The partnership reflects the shared commitment of both institutions towards strengthening technical education, encouraging innovation-driven learning, developing skilled human resources, and preparing students and researchers to meet emerging technological and industry requirements.
