STRATEGIC GROWTH PLAN (2025–2030)

RAJKIYA ENGINEERING COLLEGE PRATAPGARH

Empowering Innovation and Driving Societal Impact

VISION ALIGNMENT

This plan advances the institutional vision to be a nationally recognized college of engineering and technological education, fostering innovation, interdisciplinary research, and societal contribution, particularly in AI, Smart Systems, and Emerging Technologies.

1. ACADEMIC TRANSFORMATION & PROGRAM EXPANSION

Goal: Deliver future-ready, interdisciplinary education across UG/PG levels.

• Curriculum Modernization:
  • Integrate AI, ML, IoT, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, and Smart Fabrication into core curricula.
  • Emphasize project-based, experiential learning with real-world problems.
  • Adopt credit-based flexible curricula allowing cross-disciplinary electives.
  • Minor degree programs in emerging areas for interdisciplinary knowledge and skills.
• New Academic Programs at UG level in CSE
  • B Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning)
  • B Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (IoT and Cyber Security including Block Chain technology)
  • B Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Artificial Intelligence and Data Science)
  • B Tech in Information Technology
• New Academic Programs at PG level in each discipline of CSE/EE/CE/ME:
  • M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (AI and DS)
  • M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (Big Data Analytics)
  • M.Tech in Smart Power & Renewable Systems (EE)
  • M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering)
  • M.Tech in Advanced Manufacturing & Robotics (ME)
  • Honors and Minor Tracks in Entrepreneurship, AI, or Sustainable Development.

2. RESEARCH & INNOVATION ECOSYSTEM

Goal: Establish REC as a center for applied, interdisciplinary, and socially impactful research.

• Research Groups of Department:
  • CSE: AI for healthcare, Agriculture, Smart Transportation, NLP, Cyber-physical systems
  • EE: Smart Grid, EV Charging Systems, Embedded AI
  • CE: Climate-resilient infrastructure, GIS for planning, Smart sanitation
  • ME: Mechatronics, 3D Printing, Green Manufacturing
• Centers of Excellence:
  • Center for AI and Smart Systems
  • Center for Energy & Sustainable Infrastructure
  • Robotics and Automation Innovation Hub
• Collaborative Research: Partner with IITs/IIITS/NITs, DRDO, CSIR, and other national/international research bodies. Apply for grants under DST, SERB, AIM, AICTE-RPS.
• Publication and IP Culture: Incentivize journal publications, patents, and proof-of-concept prototypes.

3. INDUSTRY INTEGRATION AND INNOVATION TRANSFER

Goal: Develop industry-responsive graduates and tech-driven solutions.

• Industry-Academia Councils for each department.
• Live industrial projects, co-designed labs, and on-site training/internships.
• Skill certification programs via industry partners.
• RECP Technology Innovation & Transfer Office (RECP-TITO) for IP licensing and product incubation.

4. STUDENT CENTRIC LEARNING & EMPOWERMENT

Goal: Build leadership, technical expertise, and ethical grounding in every student.

• REC Skill & Innovation Hub: Workshops on communication, AI tools, coding camps, startup bootcamps, hackathons.
• Global Exposure: Virtual internships, joint degrees, IAESTE, AICTE-INAE internships, AI-for-India challenges.
• Wellness & Career Services: Support for GATE, CAT, GRE, UPSC and mental health.

5. DIGITAL & PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE MODERNIZATION

Goal: Create a sustainable, digitally advanced learning ecosystem.

• Smart Classrooms & Virtual Labs in all departments.
• AI-driven LMS for personalized learning pathways.
• High-Performance Computing (HPC) Lab for data-intensive projects.
• Campus-wide IoT-enabled infrastructure for resource monitoring.
• Green Campus Drive: solar energy, rainwater harvesting, zero-waste initiatives.

6. SOCIETAL INNOVATION & REGIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Goal: Solve real-world problems through student-faculty innovation.

• Community Innovation Labs
• Low-cost devices for rural health and agriculture
• Smart classroom kits for rural schools
• Partner in Unnat Bharat Abhiyan, Jal Shakti Mission, and National Digital Health Mission
• Social Innovation Challenge for students

FIVE YEAR MEASURABLE IMPACT (KPIs)

This strategic plan aims to reestablish REC Pratapgarh as a forward-thinking, research-driven, and socially responsible technical institution, deeply integrated with the realities of the digital world and national development goals.

Under the visionary leadership of Prof. Y. N. Singh, this roadmap ensures the Institute not only adapts to technological changes but leads them with purpose and impact.