Srinath University Jamshedpur partners C-DAC to boost students’ industry-ready skills

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Jamshedpur, June 24: Srinath University has taken a significant step towards strengthening industry-oriented education by signing a Letter of Intent (LoI) with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), an autonomous scientific society under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India. The collaboration aims to provide advanced technology training to students pursuing B.Tech, BCA, and MCA courses.

The LoI was formally signed at C-DAC’s New Delhi office, marking the beginning of a strategic partnership focused on enhancing students’ technical expertise and employability. Under the initiative, students will receive specialized training in emerging technologies that are driving the digital transformation of industries worldwide.

Upon successful completion of the training programmes, participants will receive joint certifications from C-DAC and NASSCOM, adding significant value to their professional credentials. The collaboration is expected to create new opportunities for students through live projects, internships, industry interactions, and improved placement prospects.

In addition to student training, the partnership will also facilitate Faculty Development Programmes (FDPs), enabling university faculty members to stay updated with the latest technological advancements and industry trends.

The LoI was signed by Dr. Mary Jacintha, Scientist-F and Chief Investigator of C-DAC FutureSkills Prime, and A.K. Shahi, Senior Director (Training and Placement), Srinath University. The signing ceremony was attended by Dr. Tushar Patnaik, Rekha Saraswat, Vivek Arya, and Shikha Dhingra.

As part of the programme, students will be trained in ten high-demand technology domains, including Cloud Computing, Big Data Analytics, Cyber Security, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI & ML), Blockchain, Robotics and Automation, and Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR).

University officials said the collaboration aligned academic learning with industry requirements and would equip students with future-ready skills, opening new pathways for internships, employment, and long-term career growth. (w/gsd)