About Us

About Our College

Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College is an autonomous institution approved by UGC and affiliated to Pondicherry University. The college was established in the year 1999 by Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust with a vision to offer quality and affordable technical education to the weaker sections of the society. Our institution has obtained autonomous status in the year 2019 and commemorated its silver jubilee in the field of educational excellence. At the apex of its standardisation, the institute has been accredited by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) with an ‘A’ Grade for two consecutive cycles.

To add an additional feather to the crown of SMVEC, the  B.Tech Programs namely EEE, ECE, CSE, IT, Mechanical, Civil, and ICE are accredited by National Board of Accreditation (NBA), New Delhi. Besides the institute is also accredited by a global multinational company TCS.

SMVEC Organizational Structure

SMVEC Credentials

vision

Vision

To be globally recognized for excellence in quality education, innovation and research for the transformation of lives to serve the society.

mission

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.

Board of Management

Founder, Chairman and Managing Director Messages

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.

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With regards
M. DHANASEKARAN
Founder, Chairman and Managing Director

Secretary’s Message

Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust 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 Message

As the treasurer of our Sri Manakula Vinayaga Educational Trust, I am honoured to extend a warm welcome to all. Our college stands as a symbol of knowledge, fostering academic excellence and personal growth. With a legacy of innovation and dedication, we strive to provide students with unparalleled opportunities for success. Our strength lies in Modern Infrastructure, excellent faculty members, excellent placement record, eco-friendly and clean campus, personal mentoring, with a healthy and disciplined environment, that provides ethical and value-based education. I look forward to meet you and wish you a bright and successful academic life in our institution.

With regards
Shri. D. Rajarajan Dhanasekaran
Treasurer

Joint Secretary's Message

At Sri Manakula Vinayagar Educational Trust, our vision goes beyond delivering a curriculum.
It extends beyond the classroom—to foster innovation, integrity, and individual growth in every learner.
We are committed to providing quality education that balances academic excellence with enduring values.
Our institutions are equipped with modern infrastructure, dedicated faculty, and a student-centric learning environment.
We take pride in our strong placement support, guiding students toward successful careers with leading organizations.

Every student is encouraged to grow—not only as a professional, but as a responsible and empowered individual.
At SMVET, learning is not the end goal—it is the launchpad for lifelong growth and contribution.
Welcome to a place where your potential transforms into possibility.

 

With regards
S Velayudham
Joint Secretary

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

Academic Leadership

Dr. S. Jayakumar

Controller of Examinations
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College

Dr. S. Jayakumar serves as Controller of Examinations at Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College, entrusted with overseeing and strengthening the institution’s comprehensive examination and academic evaluation system.

Role & Approach

He leads the planning, coordination and execution of all major examination activities — from the conduct of internal and end-semester examinations through question paper management, valuation, results processing, publication of results and issuance of academic credentials. Across every stage, he ensures processes are carried out with the highest standards of integrity, confidentiality, transparency, accuracy and fairness.

His focus is on building efficient, student-centric examination practices supported by technology and digital solutions, directed towards timely publication of results, systematic maintenance of academic records and continuous improvement of procedures.

Compliance & Collaboration

Dr. Jayakumar aligns examination practices with applicable UGC regulations, autonomous institution guidelines and accreditation requirements, including quality practices prescribed by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA). He works collaboratively with faculty members, academic administrators, examination staff and other stakeholders to maintain a robust and reliable examination ecosystem.

His leadership is characterised by a strong emphasis on quality, efficiency, innovation and continuous improvement — contributing directly to the academic credibility and institutional standards of the College.

Key Areas of Responsibility

Examination Administration

  • Planning and administration of autonomous examinations
  • Internal and end-semester examination management
  • Question paper preparation and secure handling

Evaluation & Results

  • Valuation and results processing
  • Timely publication of examination results
  • Academic record and certificate management

Systems & Standards

  • Implementation of technology-enabled examination processes
  • Quality assurance and continuous improvement
  • Compliance with UGC, NBA and institutional regulations
  • Student-centric examination services and grievance redressal

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Controller of Examinations

Dr. S. Anbumalar, M.Tech., Ph.D.

Professor and Dean – Academics
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College

Dr. S. Anbumalar is a distinguished academician and academic administrator with over three decades of experience in teaching, research and higher-education administration. She has served as Professor and Dean – Academics since September 2020, having previously held the position of Professor & Head, Department of Electrical and Electronics Engineering.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. — Pondicherry University
  • M.Tech. — Process Control and Instrumentation (Distinction)
  • B.E. — Instrumentation and Control Engineering (Distinction)

Areas of Expertise

Control Engineering · Measurement and Instrumentation · Fuzzy Logic and Neural Networks · Sensors and Transducers

Academic Leadership

As a strategic academic leader, she has contributed significantly to academic governance, quality assurance, curriculum development, outcome-based education, accreditation processes and institutional academic planning.

Key positions held:

  • Dean – Academics
  • Head of Department
  • Chairperson, Board of Studies
  • IQAC Coordinator
  • Academic Audit and Quality Assurance leadership
  • Grievance Redressal responsibilities

Research Contributions

Her research spans renewable energy, electric vehicles, power electronics, intelligent control, instrumentation and AI-enabled engineering applications, with publications in reputed journals and international conference proceedings.

  • 16+ postgraduate projects guided
  • 100+ undergraduate projects guided
  • Consultancy and sponsored research projects undertaken

Innovation & Intellectual Property

Multiple patents in smart systems, electric vehicles, automation, healthcare and assistive technologies.

Awards & Recognition

YearAward
2026IGEN Patent Award
101 Best Practices – Higher Education Playbook recognition
CMI Level-5 Leadership certification
Gandhian Young Technological Innovation (GYTI) Award
Excellent Professional Achievement Award
Women Achiever Award

Dr. S. Anbumalar
Dean Academics

Dr. K. Velmurugan, M.E., Ph.D.

Dean (Research & Development)
Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College, Puducherry

Dr. K. Velmurugan is a distinguished academician, researcher and higher-education administrator with over 30 years of experience in engineering education, academic leadership, research and innovation.

Qualifications

  • Ph.D. — Mechanical Engineering
  • M.E. — Thermal Plant Engineering
  • B.E. — Mechanical Engineering

Academic & Administrative Leadership

Dean (Research & Development) · Professor & Head · Chairman/Member, Boards of Studies · Academic Council Member · Governing Body Member · Coordinator, institutional and AICTE initiatives.

He has played a significant role in NBA and NAAC accreditation and quality enhancement initiatives across the institution.

AICTE & Institutional Initiatives

  • AICTE IDEA Lab — Coordinator; led the team to victory at the AICTE IDEA Lab Tech Fest 2025
  • AICTE Margdarshan Initiative — Coordinator
  • Skill & Personality Development Centre for SC/ST Students — Coordinator
  • Institution’s Innovation Council — President/Convener; contributed to SMVEC being recognised as Best Performing Institute, South Zone under the IIC Calendar 2018–19

Research Interests

Thermal Engineering · Energy Technology · Nanomaterials · Composite Materials · Manufacturing · Renewable Energy · Sustainable Engineering

Research & Publications

  • 53 international journal publications
  • Conference papers, funded research projects and collaborative research initiatives

Innovation & Intellectual Property

  • 4 granted patents
  • 19 design patents
  • 10 patent publications

Spanning agricultural machinery, renewable energy, automation and sustainable engineering.

Funded Initiatives

  • AICTE-MODROB grant of ₹14 lakh — modernisation of the Material Testing and Metallurgy Laboratory
  • Multiple AICTE-ATAL Faculty Development Programmes

Mentorship & Student Achievements

Guided 3 Ph.D. scholars to completion, along with numerous B.Tech. and M.Tech. projects. During his tenure as Head of the Department, students secured 7 Gold Medals and 36 University Top-Ten Ranks.

Awards & Recognition

YearAward
2024Excellence in Leadership Award
2024International Academic Excellence Award
2023Top 100 Influential Educationists in Indian Education
2022Innovative Professor of the Year
2021Best Academician Award
2019Most Promising Educator Award

Dr. K. Velmurugan, M.E., Ph.D.

Dean Research and Development

Dr. Cailassame

Dean – Placement
Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College, Puducherry

Dr. Cailassame serves as Dean – Placement at Sri Manakula Vinayagar Engineering College, leading the institution’s initiatives in career development, industry engagement, placement training and campus recruitment.

Role & Focus

With a strong academic and administrative background, he focuses on building structured pathways that enhance students’ employability, professional competencies and industry readiness. He works closely with recruiters, training partners, faculty members and students to strengthen industry–institution collaboration and create meaningful career opportunities.

Approach to Career Readiness

Recognising the rapidly changing employment landscape — particularly the growing influence of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies — Dr. Cailassame advocates an early and continuous approach to career preparedness.

His initiatives emphasise:

  • Aptitude and problem-solving
  • Communication skills
  • Technical competency
  • Digital skills and AI readiness

Together, these enable students to adapt confidently to evolving industry expectations.

Vision

To develop a data-driven, technology-enabled and student-centric placement ecosystem that connects academic learning with industry requirements — preparing students not merely for their first employment opportunity, but for sustainable and successful careers.

Dr. Cailassame 

Dean Placement

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Governing Body Meeting Minutes

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Academic Council Meeting Minutes

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