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embracing emerging areas in arts, sciences and technology as envisioned in the NEP.

Having established strong links with some of the reputed universities in the top 500 ranking across the globe and with internationally renowned R&D Institutions, KITS is poised to forge joint research programmes. The laboratory facilities including a NABL lab and the research centres at KITS can cater to large scale incubation, testing and consultancy projects in the areas of food processing engineering, water technology, aerospace engineering, nanotechnology and waste management to name a few. The MoU with YNOS, a Venture Engine is expected to provide a technology platform for the early stage entrepreneurs of KITS and boost start-ups through consultation and interaction with venture capitalist. The Metro link to Karunya campus, as a part of Smart City is expected to reduce the travel time from the city and enhance the academia and industry connect. 25 Technology Missions initiated in cutting edge areas covered by industry 4.0 are already yielding encouraging results; this trend may help KITS in fulfilling its S&T targets.

Institutional Challenge

Uncertainties with regard to admissions and placements in the pandemic scenario As a self-financing Institution, the lack of development grants from Government is a constraint for advancement Coping with changing technologies in the global scenario Strengthening industry-driven research as observed in many developed countries Attracting more students from abroad to enhance diversity and increase global visibility

1.3 CRITERIA WISE SUMMARY

Curricular Aspects

KITS has adopted all the core values espoused by NAAC in its curricular design and development. The core values integrate national development, global competency, value systems, use of modern technology and quest for excellence as reflected in the POs, PSOs and COs.

1. Curriculum Design and Development

The courses and syllabi of different programmes of the Institution are developed and evaluated at different levels by Curriculum Development Cell, Board of Studies, Academic Council and Board of Management consisting of industrial experts, eminent academicians and alumni. The Institution offered 50 UG and PG programmes during the assessment period, 88% has undergone syllabus revision and updation, resulting in 96.3% employability and entrepreneurship.

2. Academic Flexibility

Under the CBCS , academic flexibility is ensured by offering multifarious electives covering fundamental and applied courses to acquaint students with advancements in diverse disciplines, and 38.95% of the new courses are in cutting-edge areas. 2164 students benefitted from 33 interdepartmental electives during the year