Research & Innovation
Institution Research Centre & Research Output
Navkis College of Engineering, Hassan has established a vibrant Research & Innovation ecosystem aimed at advancing knowledge, fostering innovation, and addressing societal and industrial challenges. Research at NCEH is driven by a clear institutional policy, structured governance, and strong support mechanisms for faculty and scholars.
The institution is recognized by Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU), Belagavi, as a Research & Development Centre in multiple disciplines, enabling doctoral research, funded projects, and collaborative innovation.
Recognized Research Centres
NCEH has 04 VTU-recognized Research Centres in the following disciplines:
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
These centres support interdisciplinary and applied research aligned with national priorities and emerging technologies.
Research Supervision & Scholars
- Recognized Research Supervisors: 18 (AI & ML, AI & DS, CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Mathematics, Chemistry)
- Registered Research Scholars: 22
- Ph.D. Degrees Awarded: 04
The institution provides structured guidance, review mechanisms, and financial support to promote timely and high-quality doctoral research.
Research Proposals & Funding
NCEH actively encourages faculty to submit research proposals to national and state funding agencies.
- Research Proposals Submitted: 12
- Funding Agencies: AICTE, ANRF, K-Tech, VGST
- Total Proposal Value: ~ ₹200 Crores
Faculty are supported through proposal-writing assistance, seed funding, and institutional facilitation.
Publications & Intellectual Property
Research output at NCEH reflects consistent scholarly productivity and quality.
Publications & IPR (Cumulative):
- Total Publications: 148
- Journals: 70
- Conferences: 30
- Books / Book Chapters: 15
- Patents Filed / Published: 14
To encourage quality research, the institution provides performance-based incentives for:
- Q1–Q4 journal publications
- Conference presentations
- Books and book chapters
- Patents and copyrights
Seed Grant & Research Incentives
NCEH supports early-stage research through an Institutional Seed Grant Scheme:
- Up to ₹5 Lakhs per faculty member
- Encourages innovation, pilot studies, and IPR generation
- Enables faculty to generate preliminary results for external funding
Additional support includes:
- Financial assistance to full-time Ph.D. scholars
- Incentives linked to research grants and consultancy projects
- Reimbursement of patent and copyright filing costs
Collaborative Research & Consultancy
The institution promotes collaborative research with:
- Other academic institutions
- Research organizations
- Industry partners
Faculty-led consultancy and sponsored projects are encouraged with a transparent revenue-sharing model, ensuring both institutional growth and faculty motivation.
Research Governance & Ethics
Research activities at NCEH are governed by:
- A formally approved Research Policy
- Research Advisory Committee (RAC)
- Ethical standards ensuring integrity, transparency, and responsible conduct
The institution emphasizes open access, quality assurance, and societal relevance in all research endeavours.
Vision for Research Excellence
Navkis College of Engineering, Hassan is committed to:
- Strengthening its doctoral research ecosystem
- Expanding funded research and innovation outputs
- Promoting interdisciplinary and translational research
- Contributing to national development and global knowledge systems
Through sustained support, policy-driven governance, and a culture of inquiry, NCEH continues to evolve as a research-focused institution with measurable impact.