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November 18, 2025 2026-03-31 10:13ME
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.
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 |
|---|---|
| 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.
