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November 18, 2025 2026-04-09 9:20ME
About the Department
The department has laboratories as per University norms for hands-on training and is also into research in the vistas of Mechanical engineering showcasing the ability through quality publications jointly with the students & research scholars. All the labs are developed taking into consideration the needs of academia and industry. A huge investment of over a crore is spent on establishing high-profile labs. The department is accredited by the NBA and is thus recognized nationally as one of the youngest departments of the institute to be recognized by National Board of Accreditation (NBA for 3 years in 2018). Also, the department has a recognized R&D center by VTU, Belagavi. The Department has funded projects from national funding bodies contributing to significant improvements in the learning environment.
The Department has been arranging internships for students in various reputed industries and research organizations to enhance their knowledge of applied /advanced technology. The department has numerous MOUs with various industries ranging from Technical Training Establishments to manufacturing industries for transfer of knowledge. The department also has a membership in professional bodies such as SAE, ISTE& so on, through student chapters in the campus bridging the gap between industry and academia. The Mechanical Department has a Student forum -“MECHISTA” under which various technical and societal activities are conducted on are regular basis, where students are trained and supported for technical competitions like SAE AERO and SAE BAJA etc.
In a nutshell, the Department of Mechanical Engineering has been regularly conducting events such as Internship Programmes, Technical Talks by experts, Department Forum, Industrial Visit, Entrepreneurship Development Programme and Training on modeling, soft skill Training, ECO Kart, and AERO Club under the banner of SAE India.
Head Of The Department Desk
Dr Jayatirtha M Patil, Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, received his doctoral degree from Visvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi in the year 2023. Confer his M. Tech. programme in Product Design and Manufacturing in the year 2013 from BMSCE Bengaluru, affiliated to VTU Belagavi. Graduated BE in Mechanical Engineering in the year 1998 from BLDEA’S College of Engineering Bijapur, affiliated with Karnataka University Dharwad. Served in the Chemical Industry for 5 years and 19 years of academic experience. He has published 5 research journals national and international in the area of Metal Matrix Composite. He has a lifetime membership in the ISTE- Chapter and also in the SAE student chapter. Functioning as Programme Coordinator of the National Service Scheme for the past 15 years addressing social and societal needs towards nation-building.
Undergraduate Program
Our core mission is to provide a comprehensive education that goes beyond the classroom. We constantly work to raise the “aspirational reference point” of our students through continuous value addition, which is reflected in our consistent record of excellent results and university distinctions. We encourage hands-on learning, guiding our students to become familiar with emerging technologies and actively engaging them with the industry through projects, training, and industrial visits. We are incredibly proud of our students who consistently earn places on the university’s merit list each year.
Department Highlights
- Experienced Faculty: Our department boasts a team of highly motivated and experienced faculty members.
- Active Student Clubs: We promote innovative thinking through various clubs and associations, including EMANATION, the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), and the Institute of Indian Foundrymen (IIF).
- Industry-Aligned Curriculum: Our curriculum is designed to meet industry requirements through internships and interscholastic activities.
- Research & Development: As a VTU-recognized R&D Centre, our department provides facilities for research scholars from various institutions and industries to pursue Ph.D. degrees.
- Award-Winning Teams: Our student teams consistently excel in national competitions. Team Redline Racing has earned numerous accolades in BAJA SAE INDIA, and Team Prodigy Racers has won awards at the Indian Karting Championship.
Vision
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To achieve excellence in Mechanical Engineering Education, Innovation, Research, and Entrepreneurship.
Mission
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To provide an intellectually vibrant teaching-learning environment.
To inculcate in students a culture of Research and Innovation in Engineering.
To produce future Entrepreneurs & Leaders with Technological Patriotism.
Program Educational Objectives (PEOs)
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PEO1: To produce graduates who would have developed a strong background in basic science and mathematics and ability to use these tools in Mechanical Engineering.
PEO2: To prepare graduates who have the ability to demonstrate technical competence in their fields of Mechanical Engineering and develop solutions to the problems.
PEO3: To equip graduates to function effectively in a multi-disciplinary environment individually, within a global, societal, and environmental context.
Program Specific Outcomes (PSOs)
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It is expected that a student in mechanical engineering will possess an:
PSO1: Ability to apply concept of mechanical engineering to design a system, a component or a process/system to address a real world challenges
PSO2: Ability to develop effective communication, team work, entrepreneurial and computational skills
Program Outcomes (POs)
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PO1 :
Engineering Knowledge : Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, computing, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization as specified in WK1 to WK4 respectively to develop to the solution of complex engineering problems.
PO2 :
Problem Analysis : Identify, formulate, review research literature and analyze complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions with consideration for sustainable development. (WK1 to WK4)
PO3 :
Design/Development of Solutions : Design creative solutions for complex engineering problems and design/develop systems/components/processes to meet identified needs with consideration for the public health and safety, whole-life cost, net zero carbon, culture, society and environment as required. (WK5)
PO4 :
Conduct Investigations of Complex Problems : Conduct investigations of complex engineering problems using research-based knowledge including design of experiments, modeling, analysis & interpretation of data to provide valid conclusions. (WK8)
PO5 :
Engineering Tool Usage : Create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering & IT tools, including prediction and modeling recognizing their limitations to solve complex engineering problems. (WK2 and WK6)
PO6 :
The Engineer and The World : Analyze and evaluate societal and environmental aspects while solving complex engineering problems for its impact on sustainability with reference to economy, health, safety, legal framework, culture and environment. (WK1, WK5, WK7)
PO7 :
Ethics : Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics, human values, diversity and inclusion; adhere to national & international laws. (WK9)
PO8 :
Individual and Collaborative Team work : Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse/multi-disciplinary teams.
PO9 :
Communication : Communicate effectively and inclusively within the community and society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations considering cultural, language, and learning differences.
PO10 :
Project Management and Finance : Apply knowledge and understanding of engineering management principles and economic decision-making and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, and to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments.
PO11 :
Life-Long Learning : Recognize the need for, and have the preparation and ability for,
i. independent and life-long learning
ii. adaptability to new and emerging technologies and
iii. critical thinking in the broadest context of technological change. (WK8)
Our Faculty
Dr. C B Mohan
Vice Principal
Dr. Jayathirtha Patil
Professor & Head
Dr. Rakesh B K
Associate Professor
Mrs. Rashmi P N
Assistant Professor
Dr. Raghavendra J V
Assistant Professor
Dr. M. T.S.Mohan Kumar
Assistant Professor
| Faculty Name | Designation |
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| Dr. Jayathirtha Patil | Associate Professor & Head |
| Dr. M. T.S.Mohan Kumar | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Raghavendra J V | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Aniruddha Ram H R | Assistant Professor |
Team Garuthmaan, representing Jyothy Institute of Technology, achieved a remarkable milestone by participating in the prestigious SAE International Aero Design Series West 2019 held in the United States of America. This globally recognized competition challenges engineering students to design, build, and demonstrate the performance of radio-controlled aircraft, testing their technical knowledge, innovation, and teamwork under real-world constraints.
Competing against top universities from around the world, Team Garuthmaan delivered an outstanding performance. They secured the 1st position among all participating teams from India, showcasing their dominance at the national level, and achieved an impressive 5th position globally, placing them among the elite teams in the competition. Their success reflects a high level of dedication, engineering excellence, and meticulous design and testing.
Team Garuthmaan, representing Jyothy Institute of Technology, proudly participated in the esteemed SAE International Aero Design Series West 2018 held in the United States of America. This international competition is known for bringing together some of the brightest engineering students from across the globe to design, build, and demonstrate high-performance radio-controlled aircraft under rigorous technical and operational constraints.
Demonstrating exceptional engineering skills, innovation, and teamwork, Team Garuthmaan achieved a significant milestone by securing the 1st position among all Indian teams, making them the top-performing team in the country. On the global stage, they earned an impressive 5th position worldwide, reflecting their ability to compete with leading institutions from around the world.
Under the mentorship of Gurumurthy M, students actively participated in the VTU Youth Fest 2025, an annual celebration that encapsulates the spirit, creativity, and innovation of student life. Over the years, the fest has evolved into a vibrant platform where students from diverse disciplines come together to showcase their talents, compete in various events, collaborate with peers, and create memorable experiences.
The 2025 edition of the fest was hosted at Global Academy of Technology, Bengaluru, and witnessed enthusiastic participation from numerous colleges affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University. Demonstrating exceptional talent, teamwork, and dedication, the students delivered an impressive performance and secured the Overall 10th position across the university colleges.
Under the Mentorship of Mr. Rakesh P, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, Students participated in “ELECTRA SAEINDIA,” held at Chennai, which is an Electric All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) – building Competition organized by SAEINDIA, which aims at Technology exploration & evaluation for the students of the Engineering Institutes all over India. This event provides a real-world engineering challenge for the SAEINDIA Student members that reflect the steps involved in the entire process from design and engineering to production to marketing and endurance for an Electric vehicle (two-seater, four-wheeled vehicle). Team Jyothy AURA and Team Vidyuth Jyothy had participated in the competition and secured 5th and 6th position, respectively.
Idea Pitch Competition was organized by the Department of Mechanical Engineering, Dayananda Sagar Academy of Technology and Management (DSATM), Bengaluru. A total of 20 teams participated in the event, showcasing a wide range of innovative and competitive ideas.
Our team “VECTOR DYNAMICS”, participated under the guidance of Dr. H. R. Aniruddha Ram. The project presented was “Design and Structural Analysis of a Unique High-Strength Bicycle Frame.” The primary objective of the design was to create a bicycle frame that is lightweight, cost-effective, and highly durable, meeting the dual requirements of performance and affordability.Amidst fierce competition, our team delivered an excellent performance and secured 2nd Place in the competition. The achievement was further recognized with a cash prize of ₹4,000/-.
Rakesh B K, Assistant Professor in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, along with his team of students, has been recognized and awarded funding by the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology under the prestigious Student Project Programme SPP-47 series.
Their innovative project titled “Laser Engraving Machine” was selected as part of this program, which aims to encourage research, creativity, and practical problem-solving among engineering students across the state. The project demonstrates the team’s technical expertise and commitment to developing cost-effective and efficient engineering solutions with real-world applications.
Under the mentorship of GuruMurthy M, students actively participated in the VTU Youth Fest 2024, an annual celebration that reflects the spirit, creativity, and innovation of student life. Over time, the fest has evolved into a dynamic platform where students from diverse disciplines come together to showcase their talents, compete in various events, collaborate, and create lasting memories.
The 2024 edition of the fest was hosted at SJC Institute of Technology, Chikkaballapura, and saw enthusiastic participation from colleges affiliated with Visvesvaraya Technological University. Demonstrating remarkable talent, teamwork, and dedication, the students secured an impressive Overall 5th position across the university colleges.
This achievement highlights the students’ all-round excellence and reflects the institution’s commitment to fostering holistic development by encouraging active participation in cultural and extracurricular activities alongside academics.
Team Garuthmaan, representing Jyothy Institute of Technology, participated in the prestigious SAE International Aero Design Series West 2023 held in the United States of America. This globally recognized competition challenges engineering students to design, build, and demonstrate high-performance radio-controlled aircraft, testing their technical expertise, innovation, and teamwork.
Demonstrating exceptional dedication and engineering excellence, Team Garuthmaan achieved a remarkable milestone by securing the 6th position globally, competing against leading universities from around the world. Their accomplishment highlights the team’s strong design capabilities, rigorous testing, and effective execution on an international platform.
Faculty Achievements
- Narendra Kumar M, Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has received a grant of Rs 30 Lakh as a Principal Investigator (PI) for the Work Titled “Thermal Management of Space Electronics using Multi-turn Pulsating Heat Pipes (PHP)” under the ISRO RESPOND Project scheme, Government of India (ISRO/RES/3/836/22-23) .
- Rashmi P N, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering and her student team have been recognised and funded by the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology- KSCST under the Student Project program (SPP- 48th series) for their work titled “Biobased Hydrophobic Coating For Single-Use Disposable Paper Cups”
- Rashmi P N, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has received Rs 10 Lakh in a grant for the scheme NIDHI-PRAYAS Programme under the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India for the project titled “Development of sericin polymer-based biodegradable seed coatings for enhanced seed protection and germination”
- Aniruddha Ram, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has received Rs 1.1 Lakh as a grant, funded by the Institution of Engineers India (IEI) for his work titled “A software to generate Nanoparticle phase diagram”
- Rakesh P, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has been awarded “Grade A” for completing all the assigned tasks in Task-Based Training (TBT 2020), conducted as part of Teacher Training through e-Yantra Lab Setup Initiative (eLSI), IIT, Bombay.
- Rakesh B K, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering and his student team have been recognised and funded by the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology- KSCST under the Student Project program (SPP- 37th series) for their work titled “ Air Conditioning using exhaust gas recirculation ”
- Rakesh B K, Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, and his student team have been recognised and funded by the Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology- KSCST under the Student Project program (SPP- 47h series) for their work titled “Laser Engraving Machine”
- Jayathirtha M Patil and Dr. Ragvendra J V, Associate Professors, Department of Mechanical Engineering, have been recognised for their Consultancy work by M/s Magnetta Mobility Solutions Pvt Ltd., titled “Engineering Analysis and Consulting Assignments of Vehicle Chassis and Loading Box”
- Mohan Kumar T S, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has been awarded “Top 5% Achiever – Silver Medal” in NPTEL Examination for the Course Manufacturing Process Technology during the year Jan-Apr, 2019
- Gurumurthy M Assistant Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, has been awarded “Grade A” for completing all the assigned tasks in Task-Based Training (TBT 2020), conducted as part of Teacher Training through e-Yantra Lab Setup Initiative (eLSI), IIT, Bombay
Laboratories and Experimental Facilities
Design Laboratory
The Design Lab in the Mechanical Engineering Department provides students with hands-on experience in applying engineering design principles to real-world mechanical components and systems. The lab is equipped with modern Computer-Aided Design (CAD) tools and software that enable students to create 2D drawings, develop 3D models, and perform basic design analysis. Through this lab, students learn to design mechanical elements such as shafts, gears, springs, and joints while understanding design standards, safety factors, and practical constraints. The Design Lab helps students enhance their creativity, problem-solving skills, and practical knowledge of engineering design, preparing them for industrial and research applications.
Energy Conversion Laboratory
The Energy Conversion Laboratory in the Mechanical Engineering Department provides students with practical exposure to the principles of energy generation, transformation, and utilization. The laboratory is equipped with experimental setups that help students study the performance and characteristics of electrical machines and energy conversion systems. Through hands-on experiments, students gain a deeper understanding of concepts such as electromechanical energy conversion, efficiency analysis, power measurement, and machine characteristics. This laboratory enables students to bridge the gap between theoretical knowledge and practical applications, enhancing their analytical skills and understanding of modern energy systems.
Heat & Mass Transfer Laboratory
The Heat and Mass Transfer Laboratory in the Mechanical Engineering Department provides practical understanding of the fundamental principles of heat transfer and mass transfer. The laboratory is equipped with experimental setups that demonstrate different modes of heat transfer such as conduction, convection, and radiation, along with mass diffusion processes. Through hands-on experiments, students analyze heat transfer coefficients, temperature distribution, and thermal performance of various systems. This laboratory helps students connect theoretical concepts with real-world thermal applications and develop strong analytical and experimental skills in thermal engineering.
Energy Conversion Laboratory
The Energy Conversion Laboratory in the Mechanical Engineering Department provides students with practical knowledge of how energy is transformed from one form to another in engineering systems. The laboratory includes experimental setups to study devices such as motors, generators, transformers, and other energy conversion equipment. Through hands-on experiments, students analyze performance characteristics, efficiency, power output, and energy losses in different systems. This lab helps students understand the practical aspects of energy generation, conversion, and utilization, thereby strengthening their understanding of modern energy technologies and real-world engineering applications.
Fluid Mechanics Laboratory
The Fluid Mechanics Laboratory in the Mechanical Engineering Department provides students with practical exposure to the fundamental principles of fluid flow and its applications. The laboratory is equipped with experimental setups to study concepts such as fluid properties, flow measurement, pressure distribution, and energy losses in pipes and channels. Through hands-on experiments, students analyze the behavior of fluids under different conditions and verify theoretical laws related to fluid motion. This laboratory helps students develop a deeper understanding of fluid mechanics and enhances their analytical and experimental skills for real-world engineering applications.
Internship
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An internship is a period of work experience offered by an organisation for a limited period of time. It is an opportunity that employers offer to students interested in gaining work experience in particular industries. The purpose of an internship is to develop professional skills in a hands-on environment. Because internships are a learning opportunity, it is important to evaluate the skills that students had developed in their time with the company.
Internships for the Academic Year 2024-25 [view here]
Internships for the Academic Year 2023-24 [view here]
Internships for the Academic Year 2022-23 [view here]
