Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust was founded to provide quality and affordable education to the weaker sections of society. The trust established Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College (SMVEC) in 1999. SMVEC is an autonomous institution affiliated to Pondicherry University. It offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and research programs in Engineering, Arts and Science, Allied Health sciences, School of Agriculture, Centre of Legal Education, School of Physiotherapy and School of Pharmacy.
SMVEC has a sprawling green campus with well-furnished infrastructure. The college has a Wi-Fi enabled campus, central library, high-end computing facilities, individualized department buildings with advanced laboratories, centralized air-conditioned auditorium, campus security cameras and video surveillance system, mineral water plant, hostels for both boys and girls, and other essential amenities like ATM and post office.
SMVEC has been accredited by NAAC and NBA. The college has a good placement record with students getting job offers from top companies in India and abroad. SMVEC students have won many awards and accolades for their academic achievements.
SMVEC Credentials:
- Our Institution is positioned in the Band of 151 – 300 in the NIRF innovation Category
- India Today Ranked 213th position in best private Colleges – Engineering
- Best Engineering College in Puducherry with a rating of AAA by Careers 360
- Principal Excellence Award-2022 by Eduskills in collaboration with AICTE to our Director Dr.V.S.K. Venkatachalapathy
- Best Performing Institute Award-2022(South Zone) by Eduskills in collaboration with AICTE
- Academic Partner Excellence Award 2022 by ICT Academy of Tamilnadu
- Best Engineering College in Puducherry with the rating of AAA by Careers 360
- DataQuest ranked 59th position among the top 100 Government T-Schools Overall (Government and Private) and 48th position among the top 100 Government T-Schools Private in India
- India Today ranked 165th position in Top -200 best private Colleges – Engineering
- ARIIA (Atal Ranking Institutions on Innovation Achievements) Ranked Band- Excellent Category for our Innovation and Achievements
- Received 4 Star Rating from IIC -MHRD Innovation Council, New Delhi
- Winner of AICTE LELAVATI Award 2021
- Edufuture Excellence Award – e-Campus Award from Zee News in 2021
- Recognized as Virtusa Campus Partner for the Academic Year 2021-22
- Data Quest ranked 47th position among the top 100 Government T-Schools Overall (Government and Private) in India and 36th position Among the top 100 Private Institution in India
- India Today ranked 155th position in Top -200 best private Colleges – Engineering
- ARIIA (Atal Ranking Institutions on Innovation Achievements) ranked Band -B for our Innovation and Achievements
- DataQuest ranked 57th position among the top 100 Government T-Schools Overall (Government and Private) in India and 46th position Among the top 100 Private Institutions in India
- Certified as “Best Performing Institution” from Institution Innovation Council (IIC) – MHRD, Government of India
- Territory “Institution Winner” of Puducherry in National Communication Skills Challenge 2019.
- Best Engineering College of the year 2019 from Educational Excellence Award
- Appreciation for excellence in empowering faculty members in Digital Teaching Empowerment during Covid 19 pandemic period by ICT Academy
- Recognized as Mentor Institute by AICTE for quality improvement of Mentee Institutes for Accreditation by NBA
- Vehicle donation by Ford as a part of CVAEP CSR initiatives
- India “5000 Best MSME Award 2019” for Quality Excellence from Benchmark Trust
- Academic Partner Excellence Award 2019 from ICT Academy
- Appreciation for Employment Exchange Career Guidance Exhibition 2019 from Government of Puducherry
- India Today ranked 155th position in “Top -200 best private Colleges – Engineering”
Vision and Mission
Vision
- To be globally recognized for excellence in quality education, innovation and research for the transformation of lives to serve the society.
Mission
M1: Quality Education: To provide a comprehensive academic system that amalgamates the cutting edge technologies with best practices.
M2: Research and Innovation: To foster value-based research and innovation in collaboration with industries and institutions globally for creating intellectuals with new avenues.
M3: Employability and Entrepreneurship: To inculcate the employability and entrepreneurial skills through value and skill based training.
M4: Ethical Values: To instill a deep sense of human values by blending societal righteousness with academic professionalism for the growth of society.
Messages
FOUNDER MESSAGE
Our founder, Shri. N. Kesevan, is a philanthropist and visionary who believes in the power of education to transform society. He believes that quality education at the grassroots level is essential to realizing our nation's dreams. He is also committed to providing excellent healthcare services to the rural poor and marginalized communities, in order to achieve inclusive growth.
We the employees and students of Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust are progressing in giving shape to our Founder’s dream to come true in the near future.
CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
The Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust was founded to provide quality technical, medical, and other relevant education, especially to the disadvantaged members of society.
The trust operates several educational institutions in the Union Territory of Puducherry, including an engineering college, a medical college, a nursing college, and a polytechnic college. The trust also runs a charitable hospital that provides free medical care to the poor.
The trust is committed to providing quality education to all, regardless of their financial background. They believe that education is the key to a better future, and they are working to make it a reality for everyone.
The trust provides state-of-the-art facilities and modern technologies to its colleges to help students become employable and successful entrepreneurs. They also maintain discipline among the students and personally take care of their studies and progress. The trust believes that students are their customers and they take utmost care about their future.
All the colleges of the trust have maintained high standards of discipline and have earned the respect and trust of the public and industrialists. This is the key to their success and has made them a leader in the education sector.
With regards
M. DHANASEKARAN
Chairman and Managing Director
VICE CHAIRMAN’S MESSAGE
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College was established to provide quality education and create a conducive environment for the overall development of students. The college has been continuously growing and incorporating new technologies to provide the best possible education to its students. It has emerged as one of the leading engineering colleges in the country and is committed to nurturing young engineers with a global mindset and Indian roots.
The college has a strong academic foundation and a vibrant extracurricular environment that motivates everyone to do their best. The faculty is highly qualified and dedicated to teaching and mentoring students. They are actively involved in shaping the minds of young engineers.
The college encourages students to take advantage of its high-quality teaching and learning services. The college's goal is to create a group of qualified, innovative, and dynamic professionals for the engineering sector, self-employment, and academic and research institutions with socio-economic significance.
With regards
Shri.S.V.SUGUMARAN
Vice Chairman
SECRETARY’S MESSAGE
SMVEC is a place where innovative technologists are fostered. Since its inception in 1998, the college has achieved many milestones, including academic excellence, outstanding placement records, and stunning accomplishments in sports and co-curricular activities. SMVEC provides a holistic learning environment for its students. The faculty is well-qualified and experienced, and they are committed to transforming average minds into extraordinary engineers. The college has also formed student chapters and professional bodies to encourage students to interact with the industry.
outside technical fraternity to keep them updated about the ongoing technical innovations. As the Secretary of SMVEC,
I welcome you all once again to explore the world of unlimited opportunities and possibilities at SMVEC.
With regards
Dr. K. Narayanasamy
Secretary
TREASURER
Shri. D. Rajarajan Dhanasekaran B.E (UK)
Treasurer
DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College is located in a peaceful environment, away from the hustle and bustle of the city. This allows students to focus on their studies without distractions. The administration is committed to maintaining peace and order in the campus, and they take every necessary measure to ensure the safety of the students.
The College is having teams of dedicated faculty members in each department who are fully qualified.
The college has a dynamic administration that works hard to produce quality engineers who are well-suited for the digital world. They offer value-added courses in each department to help students get the skills they need to succeed in the job market. The college also focuses on developing students into good citizens by teaching them discipline and other important values.
The institution is accredited by NAAC with ‘A’ Grade in the year 2013. Ours is the first engineering institution in the Union Territory of Puducherry which has got the NAAC accreditation.Right from the first batch, the students of this institution have bagged the gold medals and top ranks of the Pondicherry University. Each department is having state of Art equipments and fully furnished labs. Well equipped Library is also available. Separate hostel facilities are available forboys and girls with gym. I welcome all the students to utilize these facilities available at this institution for their academic growth.
With regards
Dr. V.S.K. VENKATACHALAPATHY
Director cum Principal
Board of Management
Shri. M. DHANASEKARAN
Chairman and Managing Director
Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust
Madagadipet, Puducherry
Shri. S.V. SUGUMARAN
Vice Chairman & Treasurer
Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust
Madagadipet, Puducherry
Shri. Dr. K. NARAYANASAMY
Secretary
Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust
Madagadipet, Puducherry
Shri. D. Rajarajan Dhanasekaran
Treasurer
Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust
Madagadipet, Puducherry
Dr.V.S.K. VENKATA
CHALAPATHY
Director cum Principal
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College
Madagadipet, Puducherry – 605 107
Statutory Committees
Composition of Governing Body
| Sl. No | Name of the Member | Designation |
| 1 | Shri. M. Dhanasekaran Chairman and Managing Director, Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust. |
Chairman |
| 2 | Shri. S. V. Sugumaran Vice Chairman, Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust. |
Member - Management |
| 3 | Dr. K. Narayanasamy, MBBS., M.Sc. Radiology.,
Secretary, Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust. |
Member - Management |
| 4 | Mrs. K. Nalini Trustee, Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust. |
Member - Management |
| 5 | Mrs. D. Geetha Trustee, Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust. |
Member - Management |
| 6 | Dr. V.S.K. Venkatachalapathy Director cum Principal, SMVEC |
Ex-Officio |
| 7 | Prof. Hareshkumar M. Patel Dept. of Civil Engineering M.S. University of Baroda, Vadodara, Gujarat |
Member - UGC Nominee |
| 8 | Prof. A. Amuthan Department of Computer Science and Engineering Pondicherry Engineering College, Puducherry |
Member - State Government Nominee |
| 9 | Dr. K. Chandrasekar Rao Dean – CDC, Pondicherry University |
Member - Pondicherry University Nominee |
| 10 | Shri. Sriram Joshi Business HR Head, TCS, Chennai |
Member - Industry |
| 11 | Dr. S. Anbumalar Dean Academics - I, Professor and Head, Dept. of EEE, SMVEC |
Member - Academic |
| 12 | Dr. K. Velmurugan Dean R&D, Professor and Head, Dept. of Mechanical, SMVEC |
Member - Academic |
| 13 | Dr. J Abbas Mohaideen Registrar, SMVEC |
Invited Member |
| 14 | Dr.S.Jayakumar Controller of Examinations, SMVEC |
Invited Member |
| 15 | Dr. A.A. Arivalagar Dean Academics- II, SMVEC |
Invited Member |
Governing Body Meeting Minutes
Academic Council
| Sl. No | Name of the Member | Designation |
| 1. | Dr. H. Prathap Kumar, Shetty Professor, Dept. of Food Science and Technology Pondicherry University. Puducherry |
Member - Pondicherry University Nominee |
| 2. | Dr. P. Tirupathi Rao, Dean. Ramanujam School of Mathematical Sciences , Pondicherry University Puducherry |
Member - Pondicherry University Nominee |
| 3. | Dr. R. Venkatesan, Professor and Head, Department of Chemistry Pondicherry University Puducherry |
Member - Pondicherry University Nominee |
| 4. | Dr. E. Srinivasan, Professor, Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Pondicherry Engineering College Puducherry |
Academic Member |
| 5. | Dr. Samuel Rajkumar V, Director of Placement & Training, VIT University, Vellore |
Academic Member |
| 6. | Mr. S. Sendhil Mourougane, Senior Manager – Technology, Microchip, Chennai |
Industry Member |
| 7. | Shri. L. Ashok CEO, Futurenet, Chennai |
Industry Member |
| 8. | Dr. J. Abbas Mohaideen, Registrar |
Member Secretary |
| 9. | Dr. S. Anbumalar, Dean - Academic -I |
Member |
| 10. | Dr AA. Arivalagar, Dean - Academic -II |
Member |
| 11. | Ar. S. Manoharan, Principal, Sri Manakula Vinayagar School of Architecture |
Member |
| 12. | Dr. K. Velmurugan, Professor and Head Mechanical, Dean – R&D |
Member |
| 13. | Dr. N.S.N. Cailassame, Professor and Head MBA, Placement officer |
Member |
| 14. | Dr. A. Ramalingam, Professor and Head, MCA |
Member |
| 15. | Dr. R. Raju, Professor and Head, IT |
Member |
| 16. | Dr. K. Premkumar, Professor and Head, CSE |
Member |
| 17. | Dr. P. Raja, Professor and Head, ECE |
Member |
| 18. | Dr. L.M. Varalakshmi, Professor and Head, ICE |
Member |
| 19. | Dr. G. Bala Muruga Mohanraj, Professor and Head, Mechatronics |
Member |
| 20. | Dr. S. Sundararaman, Professor and Head, Civil |
Member |
| 21. | Dr. A. Vijayalakshmi, Professor and Head, Biomedical Engineering |
Member |
| 22. | Dr. J. Madhusudhanan, Professor and Head, AI and DS |
Member |
| 23. | Dr. V. Bharathi, Professor and Head, CCE |
Member |
| 24. | Dr. J. Thanikai Vimal, Asso. Professor and Head, Fashion Technology |
Member |
| 25. | Dr. T. Gayathri, Professor and Head, Mathematics |
Member |
| 26. | Dr. T. Jayavarthanan, Professor and Head, Physics |
Member |
| 27. | Dr. S. Savithri, Professor and Head, Chemistry |
Member |
| 28. | Dr. D. Jaichithra, Professor and Head, English |
Member |
| 29. | Dr. N. Danapaquime, Professor and Head, CSBS |
Member – College Representative |
| 30. | Dr. P. Jamuna, Professor, EEE |
Member – College Representative |
| 31. | Dr. G.G. Sozhamannan, Professor, MECH |
Member – College Representative |
| 32. | Dr. B. Elamurugan, Professor. Department of Management Studies |
Member – College Representative |
| 33. | Dr. S. Jayakumar, Controller of Examinations |
Invited Member |
| 34. | Dr. V.S.K. Venkatachalapathy, Director cum Principal |
Chairman |
Finance Committee
| Sl. No | Name of the Member | Designation |
| 1 | Dr. V.S.K. Venkatachalapathy, Director cum PrincipalSri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College |
Chairman |
| 2 | Dr. D. Lazar Professor, Department of Commerce and Finance OfficerPondicherry University |
University Nominee |
| 3 | Shri. K. Krishnasamy, Senior Accounts Officer, Sri Manakula Vinayagar Medical College and Hospital |
Governing Body Nominee |
| 4 | Dr. B. Elamurugan, Associate Professor, Department of Management Studies SMVEC |
Member |
| 5 | Dr. J. Abbas MohideenRegistrarSMVEC | Member Secretary |
| Invited Members | ||
| 6 | Dr. S. Jayakumar, Controller of Examinations SMVEC |
Invited Member |
Show Location
Pondicherry is a place known for its spirituality, peace, and French culture. The famous Shri Aurobindo Ashram and International City Auroville are located in Pondicherry. The college is on the Pondicherry – Villupuram National Highway (NH-45A) in Madagadipet, Pondicherry. Madagadipet is 20 km from Pondicherry and 20 km from Villupuram. There are buses every 10 minutes from Pondicherry and Villupuram. The nearest airport is Chennai (160 km) and the nearest railway station is Villupuram (20 km).
Contact Us
Director cum Principal
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College
Madugarai Road,
Madagadipet, Mannadipet Commune
Puducherry – 605 107
(0413)- 2641151/2640040 / 2642000
Fax: (0413) – 2641136
E-mail: principal@smvec.ac.in
Administrative Officer
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College
Madugarai Road,
Madagadipet, Mannadipet Commune
Puducherry – 605 107
(0413)- 2640040 / 2642026
Fax: (0413) – 2641136
E-mail: ao@smvec.ac.in
Professor & Head,
Dept. of Management Studies and Placement Officer
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College
Madugarai Road,
Madagadipet, Mannadipet Commune
Puducherry – 605 107
(0413)- 2640040 / 2642035
Fax: (0413) – 2641136
E-mail:cailassame@smvec.ac.in
placement@smvec.ac.in
Ar. S. Manoharan,
Principal,
School of Architecture,
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College,
principal.soa@smvec.ac.in
0413-2641151, 2640040, 2642000