"Innovation involves transforming ideas into enhancements in how tasks are performed, adapting to the resources at hand, and seeking guidance from those with greater experience in our vicinity."
Innovation Ambassadors
Career Point University, Kota has established an Institution Innovation Council (IIC) during the calendar year 2019-20 as per the norms of MHRD’s Innovation Cell, Government of India.
Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Govt. of India has established ‘MHRD’s Innovation Cell (MIC)’ to systematically foster the culture of Innovation amongst all Higher Education Institutions (HEIs). The primary mandate of MIC is to encourage, inspire and nurture young students by supporting them to work with new ideas and transform them into prototypes while they are informative years. MIC has envisioned encouraging creation of ‘Institution’s Innovation Council (IICs)’ across selected HEIs. A network of these IICs will be established to promote innovation in the Institution through multitudinous modes leading to an innovation promotion eco-system in the campuses.Vision
- Promote Innovation: Foster a culture of innovation among students and faculty by encouraging creative thinking and problem-solving.
- Support Entrepreneurship: Provide resources and mentorship to help students transform their ideas into viable entrepreneurial ventures.
- Enhance Learning: Integrate innovative teaching methods and technologies to enhance the learning experience.
- Collaborate: Establish partnerships with industry leaders, research institutions, and other universities to promote knowledge exchange and collaboration.
- Global Competitiveness: Equip students with the skills and knowledge needed to compete on a global scale, preparing them for future leadership roles.
Mission
- Encourage Creativity: Inspire students to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to real-world problems.
- Provide Resources: Offer access to funding, mentorship, and facilities to support student projects and startups.
- Foster Collaboration: Create a collaborative environment where students, faculty, and industry professionals can work together on innovative projects.
- Promote Research: Encourage research and development activities that lead to new discoveries and advancements.
- Build an Ecosystem: Develop an innovation ecosystem within the university that supports continuous improvement and growth.
The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) was established at our institute in Session 2020-21 with a vision to cultivate a vibrant innovation and entrepreneurial ecosystem. Launched under the guidance of the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell, the council began with a small yet passionate team of faculty and students dedicated to driving creativity across disciplines. The journey started with awareness programs, workshops, and ideation sessions aimed at nurturing the innovative spirit among students.
Over time, the IIC expanded its activities, organizing hackathons, innovation contests, and industry-academia interaction events. Collaborations with start-ups and experienced entrepreneurs provided mentorship opportunities, while faculty-led research inspired students to engage in interdisciplinary problem-solving.
The council’s commitment to fostering entrepreneurial mind-sets resulted in notable achievements, including student start-ups, research projects addressing real-world issues, and recognitions at national innovation platforms. Today, the IIC stands as a cornerstone of innovation at our institute, continuously evolving and empowering future innovators.
- President
Prof. (Dr.) Sumer Singh, serving as the IIC President, brings a wealth of experience in academia, industry, and civil service. With a PhD in Management from BIT Mesra, a PGDM from IMT Ghaziabad, and a B.Tech. from MNIT Jaipur, he has excelled in leadership roles throughout his 38-year career. His tenure spans 16 years in industry and 22 years in higher education. Known for fostering innovation, Dr. Singh has spearheaded various academic programs, aligning them with industry needs. His leadership at Career Point University, Kota, as Vice Chancellor, reinforces his commitment to academic excellence and innovation.
- Vice President
Dr. Abid Hussain serves as the Vice President of the IIC at Career Point University, Kota. He is a Professor in the School of Computer Application & Technology and the Dean of Research and Higher Studies. With a Ph.D. in Computer Application and over 16 years of teaching experience, his expertise spans Cloud Computing, Network Security, Web Mining, Cyber Security, and more. He is also the Chairperson of the IPR Cell, has supervised 4 Ph.D. s, and published 30+ research papers. Dr. Hussain is actively involved in reviewing and contributing to international conferences and reputed journals.
- Convenor
Dr. Arun Sharma serves as the Convener of the IIC at the institute, bringing his extensive experience in research and academia. He holds a Ph.D. in Chemistry from Jiwaji University, Gwalior, and has been working at the Defence Research and Development Establishment (DRDO) in Gwalior since 2012. Dr. Sharma’s expertise in electrochemistry, material science, and biosensors significantly contributes to the council’s focus on interdisciplinary innovation. His role as an Associate Professor at Career Point University, along with his numerous research publications, enhances the IIC’s capabilities in driving scientific advancements and fostering innovation across departments.
- Coordinators etc.
Following members will be the part of IIC:
S. No. | Name of Coordinators | Member Type (Teaching/Nonteaching /Student/External Expert) | Key Role / Position assigned in IIC |
1 | Dr. Meenakshi Kumari | Teaching and Research | Innovation activity coordinator |
2 | Dr. Sandeep Kumar | Teaching and Research | Start-up activity coordinator |
3 | Mr. Krishnendu Sinha | Non-Teaching | Internship coordinator |
4 | Mr. Raunak Tiwari | Teaching and Research | IPR activity coordinator |
5 | Dr. Amit Kumar | Teaching and Research | Social Media Coordinator |
6 | Dr. Kamal Arora | Teaching and Research | NIRF Coordinator |
7 | Mr. Ashar Khan | Teaching and Research | ARIIA Coordinator |
Total No. of IIC Members: 11
Total No. of IAs: 06
Total No. of faculty Mentors: 22
Pre-Incubation Units: 01
IP Facilitation Unit: 01
Highlight Achievements (Narrative/Graphical/tabular representation)
- Number and Different types of I&E and IPR activities Conducted: 25
- No. of student’s & faculty ideas generated: 8
- No. of student’s & faculty Innovation/prototypes developed: 8
- No. of IPs generated, published and granted: 60
- No. of Student & Faculty Start-ups/Ventures established: 8
- Amount spent on promotion and awareness generation on Innovation Entrepreneurship in
the campus: NA - Amount grant or fund supported to student & Faculty lead Innovations, start-ups and IPR: 49200 Rs.
S.NO. | NAME OF VENTURE | PROPRIETOR/STUDENT | SCHOOL |
1 | BitInfinity Web Solutions Private Limited | Chetan Nagar | Computer Application |
2 | Rajwadi Snacks | Divya Rathore & Asees Beer Sahani | Commerce and Management & Legal Studies |
3 | Onefinity Organics Private Limited | Abhinandan Gupta | Commerce and Management |
4 | Nikunj Dairy Farm | Hitesh Sharma | Agricultural Sciences |
5 | Device Doctor Software Services | Sanjeev Suwalka | Computer Application |
6 | Brilliant Career Institute (BCI) | Pooran Mal | Applied Sciences |
7 | Rich Returns Krishi Producer Company Limited | Hariom Nagar | Agricultural Sciences |
8 | Agro Research Centre | Yashraj Sahu | Agricultural Sciences |
9 | Battle Technology | Akash Arya | Computer Application |
10 | MV Store | Garima Vaswani | Arts and Humanities |
11 | Doorstep Services | Murtaza and Abdul Qader | School of Engineering and Technology |
12 | Govind Indian Oil | Govind Singh Yadav | Arts and Humanities |