Institutional Innovative Council(IIC)

About IIC

The Institution’s Innovation Council (IIC) at K.C. College of Engineering and Management Studies and Research is committed to fostering a vibrant culture of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship among students and faculty members. Established under the guidance of the Ministry of Education’s Innovation Cell, the council serves as a platform to inspire young minds to transform innovative ideas into impactful solutions and future start-ups.

The IIC encourages students to think beyond conventional learning by promoting design thinking, problem-solving, research, and technology-driven innovation. Through various academic and co-curricular initiatives, the council bridges the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications.

Vision

To create an innovation-driven ecosystem that empowers students and faculty to become future innovators, entrepreneurs, and technology leaders.

Mission

To promote innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurial thinking among students and faculty.
To encourage development of innovative projects, research ideas, and startup initiatives.
To provide exposure to industry interaction, mentorship, and experiential learning opportunities.

Key Objectives

Promote innovation and startup culture within the institution.
Encourage interdisciplinary project development and research activities.
Develop leadership, teamwork, and entrepreneurial skills among students.
Create awareness about Intellectual Property Rights (IPR), patents, and emerging technologies.
Strengthen collaboration with industries, innovators, and entrepreneurs.

Major Activities

The Institution’s Innovation Council actively organizes:

Innovation & Entrepreneurship Awareness Programs
Expert Talks by Entrepreneurs, Innovators, and Industry Experts
Ideation, Design Thinking, and Problem-Solving Workshops
Startup Awareness and Business Model Development Sessions
Hackathons, Project Competitions, and Innovation Challenges
IPR, Patent Filing, and Research Awareness Programs
Prototype Development and Project Exhibition Activities
Internship, Skill Development, and Industry Interaction Programs
Participation in National-Level Innovation and Startup Initiatives

Pre-Incubation Support

The IIC also promotes early-stage innovation through Pre-Incubation support by providing:

Guidance for innovative ideas and startup concepts
Mentorship for prototype and project development
Exposure to entrepreneurship and startup ecosystems
Support for participation in innovation and startup schemes

Student Benefits

Through IIC initiatives, students gain opportunities to:

Develop innovative and entrepreneurial skills
Work on real-world challenges and technology solutions
Interact with industry experts and startup mentors
Participate in innovation competitions and startup activities
Enhance technical, leadership, and communication skills
Explore research, incubation, and startup opportunities

Outcomes

Build a strong culture of innovation and entrepreneurship
Encourage research-driven and socially impactful projects
Promote startup development and self-employment opportunities
Strengthen industry–academia collaboration
Inspire students to become future innovators and entrepreneurs

IIC Composition

The Institution’s Innovation Council comprises faculty members and student council members.

Faculty IIC Council Members

Role	Name	Email	Phone	Department	Designation	Qualification	Experience in Years
President	Sumita Gupta	sumita.gupta@kccemsr.edu.in	9029502908		Dean-Academics, Head EXTC, Asso. Prof EXTC
Internship Activity Coordinator	Ravi Prakash	jravi54@gmail.com	9768809537	Computer Engineering	Associate Prof	Doctorate	12
Vice President	Amarja Adgaonkar	amarja.adgaonkar@kccemsr.edu.in	9867411078	Information Technology	Assistant Prof	Post Graduate	20
Member	Shelly Oberoi	shelly.oberoi@kccemsr.edu.in	9873412922	Humanitarian and Basic Sciences	Associate Prof.	Doctorate	16
Member	Dr. Avishek Ray	avishek.ray@kccemsr.edu.in		Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering	Associate Professor	Post Doctorate	6
Member	Ms. S. Bhumadevi	s.bhumadevi@kccemsr.edu.in	9820652395	Basic	Assistant Professor	Post Graduate	19
Member	Ms. Shital Mahajan	shital.mahajan@kccemsr.edu.in	9702973083	Electronics & Telecommunication	Lab Assistant	Graduate	15
Convener	Archana Kalia	archana.kalia@kccemar.edu.in	9029502908	Computer Engineering	Assistant Professor	Post Graduate	14
RD Cell Coordinator	Dr. Baban U. Rindhe	baban.rindhe@kccemsr.edu.in	969972642	Electronics & Telecommunication	Professor	Doctorate	30
IPR Activity Coordinator	Dr. Aarti Bakshi	aarti.bakshi@kccemsr.edu.in	9860464004	Electronics & Telecommunication	Associate Professor	Doctorate	25
NIRF Coordinator	Ms. Rachana Borole	rachana.borole@kccemsr.edu.in		Information Technology	Assistant Professor	Post Graduate	8
Innovation Activity	Dr. Monali Patil	monali.patil@kccemsr.edu.in	7021663852	Computer Engineering	Associate Professor	Doctorate	15
Startup Activity Coordinator	Ms. Vedika Patil	vedika.patil@kccemsr.edu.in	9702808848	Computer Engineering	Assistant Professor	Post Graduate	10
Member	Dr. Diya Udasi	diya.udasi@kccemsr.edu.in	997039692	MMS	H.O.D. MMS	Doctorate	10
Member	Mrs. Archana Kalia	archanakalia79@gmail.com	9702688889
Member	Dr. Pravin Nikam	pravin.nikam@kccemsr.edu.in	992369352	Basic	Assistant Professor	Doctorate	5
Member	Mr. Rahul Badhe	rahul.badhe@kccemsr.edu.in	993082030	EXTC	Assistant Professor	Graduate	20
Member	Dr. Preeti Gupta	preeti.gupta@kccemsr.edu.in	981169896	IT	Assistant Professor	Doctorate	5
Member	Dr. Nita Patil	nita.patil@kccemsr.edu.in	981928715	Computer	H.O.D. Comps	Doctorate	10
Member	Ms. Khushboo Agrawal	khushboo.agrawal@kccemsr.edu.in		IT	Assistant Professor	Graduate	5

Student IIC Council Members

Role	Name	Email	Discipline	Semester	Stream	Year	Association With
Student Convenor	Shruti Shinde	shrutishinde2700@gmail.com	Engineering	2	Computer Engineering	1	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Member	Shreya Sanjeev Sakhare	sakhareshreya51@gmail.com	Engineering	8	Information Technology	4	IPR/Technology Transfer Cell/Unit
Innovation Coordinator	Om Tawde	ce24.om.tawde@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	EDE
Startup Coordinator	Om Patil	it25.om.patil@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	2	Information Technology	1	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Social Media Coordinator	Pranjal Patil	ms25.pranjal.patil@kccemsr.edu.in	MMS	2	Master of Management	1	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
IPR Coordinator	Aman Priy Gautam	ce25.priy.aman@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	2	Computer Engineering	1	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Innovation Coordinator	Kartik Dongre	et24.kartik.dongre@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Electronics & Telecommunication	2	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Innovation Coordinator	Anshika Yadav	ce24.anshika.yadav@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	IPR/Technology Transfer Cell/Unit
Social Media Coordinator	Yajat Sharma	ce24.bharat.yajat@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	IPR/Technology Transfer Cell/Unit
Social Media Coordinator	Tanay Shinde	ce24.tanay.shinde@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	EDE
Startup Coordinator	ARYA MANE	ce24.arya.mane@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	IPR/Technology Transfer Cell/Unit
Startup Coordinator	Amey Kunal Thanekar	et25.amey.thanekar@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	2	Electronics & Telecommunication	1	EDE
IPR Coordinator	Panchashila Tryambak Wagh	it24.panchashila.wagh@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Information Technology	2	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
IPR Coordinator	Atharva Lale	ce25.atharva.lale@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	2	Computer Engineering	1	EDE
Internship Coordinator	Harsh Sandesh Phadtare	ce24.harsh.phadtare@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Internship Coordinator	Bhumika Zunjarrao	ce25.bhumika.zunjarrao@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	2	Computer Engineering	1	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Internship Coordinator	Madhura Manjrekar	ce24.madhura.manjrekar@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	IPR/Technology Transfer Cell/Unit
Member	Ishant Mahesh Zope	ce24.ishant.zope@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	Incubation & Pre-incubation Units
Member	Bhavana Umesh Kushwaha	ce25.bhavana.kushwaha@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	2	Computer Engineering	1	IPR/Technology Transfer Cell/Unit
Member	Aayush Mangesh Shelar	ce24.aayush.shelar@kccemsr.edu.in	Engineering	4	Computer Engineering	2	EDE

IIC Annual Report 2024-25

About IIC Institute

Vision:

Empowering Entrepreneurs of Tomorrow

Mission: KCCEMSR-IIC aims to foster culture of innovation in institute by educating young minds to pursue entrepreneurial ventures.

Journey of IIC established at the institute :

The Innovation and Incubation Centre (IIC) at our institute was established in 2021, has played a pivotal role in fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and practical learning among students. Since its inception, the Centre has organized a variety of activities that bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world applications.

Key Activities and Achievements

Guest Lectures: Delivered by industry experts and academicians, providing insights into emerging technologies, industry trends, and innovative problem-solving.

Workshops: Hands-on sessions in Entrepreneurship, Robotics, Electronics, and Coding, enabling students to develop practical skills and prototype solutions.

Industrial Visits: Exposure to reputed companies and research facilities, helping students understand professional workflows and real-world applications.

Smart India Hackathon (SIH): Participation in internal national-level hackathons where teams developed innovative solutions to real-life challenges.

Seminars & Webinars: Focused on emerging technologies, startup ecosystems, and product development.

Poster Competitions & Quizzes: Platforms for students to present ideas, engage in healthy competition, and enhance knowledge-sharing.

Entrepreneurship Development: Mentorship, guidance, and support for student-led startup ideas, encouraging entrepreneurial mindset.

Impact and Outcome

Strengthened practical knowledge and technical skills among students.

Encouraged critical thinking, teamwork, and creativity through competitions and hackathons.

Fostered innovation and entrepreneurship, preparing students for future careers in technology and startups.

Created a vibrant ecosystem where ideas are nurtured, tested, and implemented.

The IIC continues to be a hub for innovation and entrepreneurial excellence, empowering students to transform their ideas into impactful solutions for society and industry

Diversified representation in the IIC established at the institute from industry, interdisciplinary & departments/Units etc.

The Innovation and Incubation Centre (IIC) at our institute features a diversified representation comprising members from industry, interdisciplinary fields, and various departments/units within the institute. This inclusive structure ensures a rich exchange of ideas, combining practical industry insights with academic expertise from multiple disciplines. By integrating perspectives from engineering, science, management, and research units, the IIC fosters collaborative innovation, encourages cross-disciplinary projects, and provides students with exposure to real-world challenges. The active involvement of industry mentors and interdisciplinary faculty strengthens the centre’s ecosystem, enabling it to nurture innovative solutions and entrepreneurial ventures effectively.

Brief mention Key functionaries at the IIC institute

President provides overall leadership and strategic direction for all IIC initiatives.

Vice President, supports in policy decisions and fosters collaborations with industry and academic partners

Convenor, oversees the execution of programs, ensuring all activities align with the centre’s vision

Tabular Representation of Resource strength of IIC institute

Total No of IIC members	20
Total No of IA	1
Total faculty mentors	10
Pre-incubation units	1
Incubation units	1
IP facilitation unit	0

Highlight Facilities ,Infrastructure of Pre-incubation & incubation kind & student bodies generated in promotion of innovation & entrepreneurship in the campus

The Innovation and Incubation Centre (IIC) at the institute provides state-of-the-art facilities and infrastructure to support both pre-incubation and incubation as well as entrepreneurial activities. The pre-incubation setup includes spaces for brainstorming, idea validation, and prototype development, equipped with basic electronics and high-speed computing resources. The incubation infrastructure caters to startups and student ventures with dedicated workstations, high-speed internet, mentoring rooms, and access to advanced lab equipment for product development and testing.

To foster innovation and entrepreneurship on campus, several student bodies and clubs actively operate under the guidance of the IIC. The Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) motivates students to ideate, develop business models, and participate in national and international startup challenges. Similarly, the IETE Student Chapter (IETE Cell) encourages innovation in electronics, IT, and communication technologies through technical workshops, competitions, and project guidance. These student bodies, along with other student-led initiatives, organize hackathons, seminars, poster competitions, and entrepreneurial workshops, creating a vibrant ecosystem for creativity, skill development, and startup incubation.

Together, the facilities, infrastructure, and student bodies provide a nurturing environment that enables students to transform innovative ideas into viable products or services, thereby promoting a culture of innovation and entrepreneurship on campus.

Highlight Achievements

Number of Different types of I&E and IPR activities conducted	4
No of students & faculty ideas generated	3
No of Students & faculty innovation/prototype developed	Nil
No of IPs generated , published & granted	3
No of students & faculty startup /Ventures established	3
Amount Spent on promotion and awareness generation on innovation Entrepreneurship in the campus	Rs. 21000/-
Amount grant or fund supported to student & faculty lead innovations startup & IPR	Rs. 82,476/-
No of Technology Transfer Commercialization happened	Zero

Highlight few best faculty / Student members & their achievements-

Dr. Baban U. Rindhe	Ph.D & ME. Supervisor at University of Mumbai. Published papers in IEEE International Conferences, Scopus & UGC Care Journals. Published Patent. Published Book – Elements of Telecommunication. Resource Person for International Conference & FDP’s.. BoS Member (2ndTerm) – University of Mumbai. Paper & Syllabus Setter (University of Mumbai & Deemed to be University) Convenor & Member, RMC and LIC, University of Mumbai. Delivered Expert Session on Nano Technology for FE EXTC. Reviewer for IEEE Conference, Springer & Elsevier Journal. Resource Person of NBA Criteria under Mentor Mentee Scheme. Immdt. Chairman & Co-opted Member, IETE Navi Mumbai & Mumbai Centre. Received as Best ISF Faculty Convener, IETE, Mumbai Centre.
Dr. Avishek Ray Dr. Aarti Bakshi	Organizer of the International Conference. Resource Person of NBA Criteria under Mentor Mentee Scheme Paper & Syllabus Setter (University of Mumbai & Deemed to be University) NPTEL Certification Course (Elite + Silver). Reviewer for IEEE Conference & Springer & Elsevier Journal. Published Patent. Published Paper in Scopus. ME Supervisor. Published Book – Digital Signal Processing. NPTEL 2 NPTEL Certification Course (Elite + Silver). Paper Setter (University of Mumbai & Deemed to be University) . Syllabus Setter of University of Mumbai. Resource Person for Latex Workshop. Reviewer for IEEE Conference & Springer & Elsevier Journal. Resource Person of NBA Criteria under Mentor - Mentee Scheme.
Dr. Shubhangi Verulekar	NPTEL Certification Course (Elite + Silver). Published paper in SCI/SCOPUS Paper. Paper setter for University of Mumbai. Syllabus setter, University of Mumbai. Reviewer IEEE international conference . Active Instructor of CISCO Network Academy. Resource person for value Added course on Introduction to IoT. Granted Design Patent .
Ms. Anupama Chaurasia	Ph.D pursuing. NPTEL Certification Course (Elite + Silver). Published papers in International Journals and UGC care Journals. Paper & Syllabus setter for Univ. of Mumbai. Reviewer in IEEE conference. Resource person for Antenna Designing. Certified Educator for Value Added course on Blue Prism RPA. Primary Evaluator and Judge for Toycathon organised by the Ministry of Education's Innovation Cell and AICTE.
Ms. Sushama Kore	Paper & Syllabus setter for Univ. of Mumbai. Reviewer IEEE international conference NPTEL Certification Course (Elite + Silver). Active Instructor of CISCO Network Academy. Resource person for NBA criteria under mentor mentee scheme . Resource person for value added cisco course "Introduction to Network". Published paper in International journal,UGC care journal. Paper setter for autonomous college.
Ms. Paurnima Vadak	Paper & Syllabus Setter - University of Mumbai. Syllabus setter - University of Mumbai. Conducted an expert session on “ NEP 2020” for school & College students. Received IETE Best Faculty Coordinator from IETE Mumbai Centre. Published Paper in International Journal. Resource person for value Added course on Introduction to IoT.
Ms. Dhanashree Jadhav	NPTEL Certification Course (Elite + Silver). Published Paper in International Journal.
Dr. Reeta Shaktivel	Awarded Ph.D. Paper & Syllabus Setter, University of Mumbai. Syllabus setter, University of Mumbai Paper setter, Deemed to be University. Published Paper in International Journal
Mrs. Sumita Gupta	NPTEL Certification Course, “Research methodology (Topper 5 %) (Elite + Silver). Book Published “Element of Telecommunication” FE EXTC. Conducted an expert session on “ NEP 2020” for school & College students Patent published: “Novel Interconnect Design for Reducing Signal Crosstalk in VLSI Circuits” Delivered an expert session on “Nano Technology” for FE students Paper & Syllabus Setter, University of Mumbai. Resource person for workshop on “ Networking in Cisco Packet Tracer"” in S. S. Jondhale college of Engg. Published paper in International Journal, Reviewer
Mr. Rahul Badhe	Paper setter, University of Mumbai. Paper setter for K J Somaiya Polytechnic (an autonomous institute), Vidyavihar, Mumbai. Paper setters for various autonomous engineering colleges. Done Syllabus setting - University of Mumbai

Student Achivements A.Y 2024-25
Sr. No.	Name of the Student/Group	Class (SE/TE/BE)	Event Name	Rank/Venue
1	Harsh Hemant Patole, Amaan Abdul Qadir Rakhangi, Samiksha Rajendra Kobal, Rhea Dinkar Bagul	BE EXTC	19th Aavishkar Inter Collegiate/Institute/Department Research Convention University of Mumbai on 24/12/2024	1st Rank in Engineering & Technology Category (UG Level)
2	Harsh Hemant Patole	BE EXTC	University of Mumbai at the 17th Maharashtra State Inter-University Research Convention (Aavishkar 2024-25) Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Technological University, Lonere, Raigad (12th–15th Jan. 2025).	Top 13th Rank (Represented on behalf of University of Mumbai)
3	Harsh Hemant Patole	BE EXTC	Technical Paper Presentation under "PRAVINYA 2025" - State Level Intercollegiate Techfest Organized by Pravin Rohidas Patil College of Engineering & Technology, Bhayandar(E).	1st Prize
4	Harsh Hemant Patole	BE EXTC	Best Student Award - 2024-25 at KCCEMSR	1st Prize, Felicitation in Reflexionz 2025 at KCCEMSR
5	Mr. Kaushal Shinde	BE EXTC	GATE Exam - 2025	All India Rank (AIR) - 486, Felicitation in Reflexionz-2025 at KCCEMSR.
6	Janhvi Arya, Manasvi Kamble, Trupti Londhe, Atharva Waydande	BE EXTC	Internal Smart India Hackathon (SIH) KCCEMSR	1st Prize Winner at the college level.
7	Sudhanshu Gupta	SE EXTC	NEC- National Entrepreneurship Challenge IIT Bombay	Rank - 44
8	Manas Gadge Vimlendu Yadav Rohit Rathod	BE EXTC	Oscillation Project Competition organized by IETE-SF at Thakur College of Engineering	3rd rank
9	Manas Gadge Vimlendu Yadav Rohit Rathod	BE EXTC	GMRT National Level Project Competition held in Junnar, Pune.	Participation
10	Sachin Yadav	SE EXTC	Oscillation - Ashawamedh Hackathon - State Level Vasant Dada Patil College of Engineering, Mumbai	3rd Prize
11	Ankit Gupta Pratham Chopade Nikita Patil	BE EXTC	IIIE Belapur Poster Competition	1st Rank

Highlight Selected best innovation:

Harsh Hemant Patole (BE EXTC) has secured 1st Prize in Technical Paper Presentation under "PRAVINYA 2025" - State Level Intercollegiate Techfest organized by Pravin Rohidas Patil College of Engineering & Technology, Bhayandar(E) on 08/03/2025.

BE EXTC students Harsh Hemant Patole, Amaan Abdul Qadir Rakhangi, Samiksha Rajendra Kobal, and Rhea Dinkar Bagul, under the guidance of Asst. Prof. Dr. Shubhangi Verulkar, secured 1st Rank in the Engineering & Technology Category (UG Level) at the 19th Aavishkar Inter-Collegiate/Institute/Department Research Convention organized by University of Mumbai on 24/12/2024, with their innovative project 'Hygienex - A Next Gen Smart Toilet'!

Competition Name:- 19th Aavishkar Inter-Collegiate/Institute/Department Research Convention

Award:- 1st Prize in Engineering & Technology Category (UG Level)

Student Name:-

Harsh Hemant Patole

Amaan Abdul Qadir Rakhangi

Samiksha Rajendra Kobal

Rhea Dinkar Bagul

Highlighted selected startups: NIL

List any break through innovation : NIL

Participation of IIC institute in various programs: Smart India Hackathon

Images –

IIC Annual Report activity

1st Prize in Technical Paper Presentation under "PRAVINYA 2025"