02, January 2025
Diamond Band in Best B School Rankings
Avantika University has been awarded the Diamond Band in Best B School Rankings by R World Institutional Rankings, following its tradition of excellence making it again one of the top consistent premier institutions for higher education in India.
03, January 2025
Avantika University receives Diamond Band in Stakeholders Sentiment Survey 2025
Avantika University once again distinguished itself by earning the prestigious "Diamond Band" in the Stakeholders Sentiment Survey 2025, conducted by R World Institutional Rankings. This survey represents a comprehensive, research-driven evaluation that relies on direct feedback from the key stakeholders of any higher educational institution. The stakeholders comprising of the employees, students, alumni, and employers affiliated with Avantika University played a pivotal role in assessing the overall performance. The continued commendable performance in every international ranking reflects a shared belief in Avantika University’s commitment to creating a healthy work environment and upholding exceptional educational standards.
23, December 2024
Hon'ble Dr. Mohan Yadav Ji leads the launch of HCL Technologies Centre of Excellence at Avantika University
Avantika University witnessed a day filled with enthusiasm as the visionary leader, Hon'ble Dr. Mohan Yadav Ji, Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, graced its premises on Saturday, 21st December 2024. The students and young minds eagerly welcomed the Chief Minister, drawing inspiration from his unmatched dedication and energy. The much-anticipated event commenced with a warm reception and student performances. Following an engaging series of panel discussions, Hon'ble Dr. Mohan Yadav Ji inaugurated the HCL Technologies Centre of Excellence at Avantika University. A significant academic collaboration with HCL Technologies. The inauguration was attended by Mr. Shailesh Awale, Centre Head and Associate Vice President of HCL Technologies, Nagpur; Mr. Swakshar Karmakar and Mr. Devendra Jaiswar from HCL Technologies, Dr. Nitin Rane, Vice Chancellor of Avantika University; and Dr. Manesh Patil, Registrar of Avantika University. A notable milestone of the day was the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between Avantika University and HCL Technologies. The establishment of the HCL Technologies Centre of Excellence signifies a remarkable step forward in Avantika University's stride to elevate its academic and research capabilities. It reflects the contributions of the Hon’ble Chief Minister and the tech industry towards building a highly developed technological ecosystem for students, providing unparalleled education and career opportunities at par with international standards.
20, December 2024
Hon'ble Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Dr. Mohan Yadav Ji, to Inaugurate HCL Technologies Centre of Excellence at Avantika University
Hon'ble Dr. Mohan Yadav Ji, the Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, will inaugurate the HCL Technologies Centre of Excellence at Avantika University on Saturday, 21st December 2024. This initiative is a key academic collaboration with HCL Technologies. The inauguration ceremony will be attended by notable dignitaries, including Mr. Shailesh Awale, Centre Head and Associate Vice President of HCL Technologies, Nagpur, Dr. Nitin Rane, Vice Chancellor of Avantika University, and Dr. Manesh Patil, Registrar of Avantika University. The inauguration of this centre marks a significant milestone in the Avantika University's vision to enhance its academic and research capabilities, contributing to the development of a robust tech ecosystem in Madhya Pradesh.
13, December 2024
Students win Smart India Hackathon 2024
Students from the School of Engineering at Avantika University, Satvik Rao, Riya Ranjan, Gaurav Ojha, Bhakti Dangri, Harshal Modi, and Garvin Pandya represented Team AKATSUKI_AU at the Grand Finale of the Smart India Hackathon (SIH) 2024, held in Bangalore from 11th to 15th December 2024. The students emerged victorious, bagging the first position at the prestigious event, organized by the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell and AICTE, Government of India. The team was awarded a cash prize of INR 1 Lakh for their unique approach to technology. The students worked on Problem Statement #1690 under the Ministry of Jal Shakti: "Use of Digital Knowledge Sharing Platforms (e.g., wikis) for Sharing Water-Efficient Techniques to Minimize Water Scarcity." Competing against 140 entries, their innovative solution for promoting water conservation through software development stood out, earning them a place in the top six teams at the finale. This remarkable achievement reflects the students’ dedication to creating impactful solutions for future challenges. Instilling a sense of responsibility towards society.
30, November 2024
MIT ID Indore, Avantika University collaborates with Tvam Foundation
MIT ID Indore, Avantika University collaborates with Tvam Foundation, Pune to present students with an opportunity to experience diverse hands-on training, and industry-level projects on textiles. With Tvam Foundation students will experience a more refined research-oriented approach. Tvam Foundation, established in 2019 is committed to researching, celebrating, and educating the general public about the rich textile traditions of the Deccan, and its cultural narratives. This partnership will empower the students and faculties of Communication Design and Fashion Design in terms of research, documentation, designing of publications, exhibition design, and more.
28, November 2024
Avantika University signs MoU with INTI International University, Malaysia
Avantika University entered into a significant partnership with INTI International Education SDN BHD, after a memorandum of understanding was signed between Avantika University and INTI International University, Malaysia. This partnership will provide aspiring students with the much-required international exposure and perspective. Both parties established mutual cooperation and have agreed to conduct educational, research, and technological activities together. The MoU highlights student mobility programs, scholar programs, academic programs, joint publications, research activities, exchange of academic materials, and scholarly activities such as courses, seminars, trainings, conferences, and symposiums, to enhance the overall learning experience for both parties. This partnership aims to enrich the educational experience and prepare students for the globalized world, by equipping them with the skills and mindset essential to thrive in a diverse environment.
20, November 2024
Avantika University collaborates with HCLTech
Avantika University partners with HCLTech Career Shaper, enhancing Avantika University’s mission and vision, by equipping students and faculty with next-generation skills. This collaboration leverages technology to offer students from diverse backgrounds access to emerging fields of employment, ensuring they remain competitive in today’s dynamic job market. Since its inception, Avantika University has been delivering contemporary, personalized education grounded in a 21st-century curriculum. Its mission is to focus on what truly matters to students, that is to equip them with the skills and mindset needed to evolve into well-rounded professionals, capable of navigating personal and professional challenges. With a strong emphasis on fostering an ecosystem driven by innovation and enterprise, Avantika aims to generate impactful research and creative outcomes. To achieve this, Avantika University is dedicated to empowering its students and faculty with the necessary skill sets across disciplines such as Design, Engineering, Management, and Law. Through value-added programs and degrees complemented by online certifications, Avantika University, with the support of the HCLTech Career Shaper, serves as a catalyst for student success. Together, they aim to maximize each student’s potential, preparing them to excel in an ever-evolving professional landscape. This ground-breaking collaboration offers the following programs to its students and faculties- Course Curriculum Design: jointly offered & designed by HCL Experts. Courses for Integrated Degree Programs: industry-based competency programs, designed & offered to prepare students to be workplace-ready. Minor Degrees: offers the opportunity to the students to be in multidisciplinary learning and flexibility in their educational pathways as secondary academic qualifications. HCLTech Certifications: Upon completion of each course, HCL Tech will provide Course Completion Certificates co-branded with NCVET and the university. Labs & Industry Projects: Labs with a pre-scripted environment to experiment with concepts in fail-safe mode & Capstone Projects with near-live environment & industry-relevant problems to become industry-ready. Industry Internships: Engagement of students in industry projects akin to internships by HCL Technologies. Regular student webinars & interaction sessions to ensure the engagement of the students with Industry experts.
22, October 2024
School of Management launches Prachar Manch
The School of Management at Avantika University launches Prachaar Manch. An innovative marketing forum spearheaded by MBA (Marketing) & BBA (Marketing) students. This platform puts forth a fresh wave of creativity and enriches the collaborative effort among the students of Management, Design, Engineering, and Law.
18, October 2024
Avantika University organizes Health Camp
Avantika University in collaboration with Bharat Vikas Parishad Vikramaditya Ujjain and Index Superspecilaity Hospital is organizing the 61st Swasthya Shivir, a health camp for all, in Lekoda, Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh, on October 18th, 2024.
04, October 2024
Student project selected for International Film Festivals
Bhushan Agrawal, a talented student from the School of Design at Avantika University, has achieved a remarkable milestone with his capstone project, a captivating short film, “Pehchan”, garnering significant recognition, as it has been selected for screening at three highly prestigious film festivals, the 36th Girona Film Festival, Kinovertikal - The International Festival, and the Webseries & Film Festival. This accomplishment highlights the student’s artistic vision bringing great pride to Avantika University.
06, October 2024
School of Design students win the Srikar Garde National Award
A moment of great honor for the School of Design at Avantika University as Jumon Thakuria wins first prize and Krishna Ahire stands second, at the zonal level of the widely acclaimed Srikar Garde National Award for Excellence in Sketching 2024. A total of 25 creative and art-enthusiast students participated in the much-celebrated national-level art challenge.
03, October 2024
B.Tech student bag 1st prize at CSI National Student Convention
Sagar Manjhi of the School of Engineering at Avantika University, secured first position in the project presentation competition at the CSI National Student Convention "Kaushal 6.0," organized by the Computer Society of India-SVVV Student Chapter, at Shri Vaishnav Vishwavidyalaya, Indore.
01, October 2024
M.Des student becomes part of the Government's Fire Fighting truck design
Yadhukrishnan Nair, an MDes student from the 2020 batch, is part of a prestigious team working on the design of a full-size truck. These vehicles are set to be India's first trucks equipped with a European-spec firefighting system, as part of the Government of India's initiative to introduce fully automated trucks. What makes this project even more remarkable is that the prototype currently under development is entirely handcrafted and hand-assembled. This design brings innovative firefighting capabilities to Indian roads, merging advanced technology with safety. By integrating European standards into the design, these trucks will set a new benchmark for emergency response vehicles in India. Yadhukrishnan’s role in this project highlights the learnings acquired during his study at Avantika University.
29, September 2024
Avantika University revamped Pranpur receives Best Tourism Village Award by Ministry of Tourism, GOI
Avantika University’s initiative to renovate and revitalize the village of Pranpur, known for its most exquisite product, the gossamer thin Chanderi saree, once again brought laurels to the whole of the fraternity. The collective effort of revamping the village has again been recognized, making it one of the biggest milestones achieved in the history of any educational institution. The honor has been bestowed upon by the Ministry of Tourism, Government of India on the joyful occasion of World Tourism Day. Pranpur has been crowned as the “Best Tourism Village- Craft Category Award.” The village, for its beautifully painted murals, is also regarded as the “Craft Handloom Tourism Village.”
21, September 2024
Students from the School of Management excel at the Business Idea Pitching Competition
Jinsi Unjha and Aastha Namdev of the School of Management at Avantika University brought laurels to the University, by standing second in position at the Inter-College Business Idea Pitching Competition held in IMA Office, Jall Auditorium, Indore. Students presented the unique idea of "Home Delights", aimed at empowering the female chefs of our country. They developed a platform that would efficiently manage the delivery of home-cooked meals across places, a one-of-a-kind platform that would relieve the women chefs of everyday delivery-related hassles. This project prepared at short notice also received appreciation from the dignitaries.
19, September 2024
Avantika University presents MSME Idea Hackathon 4.0
The MSME Idea Hackathon 4.0 presents a unique opportunity for young innovators to contribute to India's economic growth and sustainable development by inviting them to present creative and viable solutions across diverse themes. The Hackathon is designed to harness the energy and potential of young minds from various backgrounds, offering a platform for them to transform innovative ideas into tangible business outcomes.
Ideas are being invited under MSME Idea Hackathon 4.0 from people aged between 18-35 from all over India under the MSME Innovative Scheme. Incubatees' selected ideas will be provided funding support up to Rs. 15 lakhs per approved idea, through the Host Institutes chosen by them. Ideas under the following theme are accepted-
Themes
PM Vishwakarma Yojana-Empower traditional 18 trades
Frontier Technology - AI, IoT, Automation
Export Enhancement & Indigenization - Boost MSME competitiveness
Sustainable Development - Drive green energy solutions
For more information, contact: Shailesh Bhokare, 9325233728, shailesh.bhokare@avantika.edu.in
16, September 2024
Pitch Deck Competition on the 3rd day of AMUN
The 3rd day of Avantika MUN (AMUN) the 18th of October will feature a Startup Pitch Deck Competition, a one-of-a-kind challenge in Ujjain, organized by the School of Management at Avantika University. The Pitch deck is open to all the ideators, innovators, entrepreneurs and young minds looking for a platform to get their ideas the funds and recognition they deserve. Do not miss out on the opportunity to showcase your unique yet innovative ideas. This is your moment to shine, earn recognition, and turn your creativity into reality.
Click here to register.
18, September 2024
Avantika University students win big at UXINDIA 2024 - Runner-Up for Best Design Award
We are proud to announce that the talented students of the School of Design secured the Best Design Award-Runner-Up at the prestigious UXINDIA 2024 Bangalore Chapter. The award was part of the Design X Social Global Innovation Challenge, organized by UMO Design in collaboration with UXINDIA and Happening Design. The competition saw participation from numerous design and non-design institutes across the globe, making it a highly competitive platform. The participants were tasked with addressing "Education - How can AI + Design transform traditional learning methods to provide personalized education for every student." Our team of Bdes final year students - UX Design (sem 7) - Priyanshi Katiyar, Rishab Jain and Samarth Kamath got shortlisted and secured the runner's up position in the award for Design Institutes category. We congratulate Priyanshi, Rishab, and Samarth for their outstanding performance and for representing the university with such distinction at an international platform.
18, September 2024
School of Engineering achieves record high rankings
The School of Engineering at Avantika University ranked 18th in the Top 100 T-Schools Employability Index, an AIR -12 in Top Private T-Schools, and 5th Rank in West Zone in the DQ Employability Index Rankings 2024. Such prestigious rankings recognize our relentless efforts towards earning accomplishments on various academic and co-curricular fronts.
03, September 2024
Mihika Lagwankar's Student Mobility Program to Universitas Multimedia Nusantara
Ms. Mihika Lagwankar, a second-year B.Des (UX Design) student, participated in the Student Mobility Program at the Universitas Multimedia Nusantara in Indonesia for a period of three weeks. This cultural exchange provided her with the opportunity to experience the Indonesian language and culture. During her stay, Ms. Lagwankar attended various workshops, including those focused on disaster and risk management in Bayah village, entrepreneurship, Indonesian cuisine, robotics, and big data. These experiences essentially enriched her academic knowledge, allowing her to develop meaningful connections with peers from universities across Indonesia and Malaysia. This program earned her three international credits, further contributing to her academic and professional growth.
03, September 2024
Avantika University honored with Diamond+ Band for outstanding Campus Life
In another stellar achievement, Avantika University has been honored with Diamond+ Band for being the top institution providing outstanding Campus life experience to its faculty, staff, and students. The ranking has been conferred by R World Institutional Ranking, which recognizes institutions across India for excellence in up-keeping the well-being of all the individuals associated. Avantika University has also been presented with the "Certificate of Outstanding Service" recognizing its continued effort to become the most preferred destination of education in India.
30, August 2024
Avantika University ranked with Diamond + (Advanced Band) in "Mental Health & Well Being Rankings 2024"
Avantika University has been ranked with Diamond + (Advanced Band) in "Mental Health & Well Being Rankings 2024" honoring its effort to become the vanguard of mental fitness, setting the benchmark for providing a supportive educational experience to everyone. In a significant development, Avantika University has progressed forward to Diamond + (Advanced Band) compared to the Diamond Band it held last year. The primary objective of the MHW Rankings is to identify and celebrate the Best Educational Campuses in India for Mental Health and Wellbeing (MHW). This demonstrates that we as a family, created a safe arena where students, faculties, and staff are encouraged to thrive without fear. The MHW Rankings highlight campuses that promote more extensive attention to mental health in providing education and nurturing environments where all can succeed academically and personally.
29, August 2024
Shivprasad Vijayan gets recognition for Innovative Design Project
Yet another feather in the cap of Avantika University, as Shivprasad Vijayan the B.Des 2020 batch student's Innovative Design Project receives recognition from the internationally-acclaimed Yanko Magzine. His work featured "LAPCASE", a Laptop briefcase that converts into a Laptop stand/desk.
24, August 2024
Mohit Joshi's project featured in Yanko Design Magazine
Mohit Joshi, a third-year B.Des student at the School of Design, had his project featured in Yanko Design Magazine. The project was developed as part of the Advanced Form Studies course, under the guidance of Dr. Raghav Pandya, Dean of the School of Design.