Active Research Programme

Advancing
Knowledge
at NIT

Research and Development stands as the cornerstone of academic progress at Narula Institute of Technology. Our R&D framework empowers faculty, researchers, and students to push boundaries and create meaningful global impact.

Active Research Programme
1082+
Research Outputs
147
Patents Filed
56+
Active Grants
31
Copyrights

Research is not just about discovery — it is about creating value and driving meaningful change in society.

— NIT R&D Charter
NAAC 'A' Accredited
NIRF Ranked
NBA Approved
AICTE Approved
Affiliated MAKAUT, West Bengal
9 Patents Granted
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Explore Our Research Portfolio

Dive into NIT's comprehensive research ecosystem — from intellectual property to publications, grants, and scholarly contributions. Each registry represents our commitment to innovation and academic excellence.

About Our R&D

Driving Innovation Through Strategic Research

Research and Development stands as the cornerstone of academic progress and societal betterment at Narula Institute of Technology. Our R&D policy provides a comprehensive framework that empowers faculty, researchers, and students to push the boundaries of conventional wisdom.

In the educational domain, R&D plays a pivotal role in shaping the landscape of learning and knowledge dissemination. It drives the evolution of teaching methodologies, ensuring educators stay at the forefront of innovative pedagogies. Through R&D, we become incubators of creativity, producing graduates equipped not only with current knowledge but also with the critical thinking skills necessary to navigate an ever-changing world.

Academic Excellence: Fostering curriculum development that reflects dynamic needs of contemporary industries in technical, medical, legal, management, and scientific domains.
Industry Collaboration: Consolidating industry-academia interaction through sponsored research projects and consultancy assignments.
Societal Impact: Addressing pressing societal challenges and providing solutions to complex issues from healthcare to environmental sustainability.
Innovation Culture: Creating an ecosystem where creativity thrives and breakthroughs emerge through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Research at a Glance

1082
Total Research Outputs
147
Patent Applications
56
Active Grants
215
Journal Partners
Governance Structure

R&D Leadership & Management

R&D Advisory Committee (RDAC)

  • Apex-level committee providing strategic guidance for R&D activities
  • Chaired by eminent industry person/scientist/entrepreneur
  • Includes experts from academics, industry, and government research
  • Meets quarterly to approve/review ongoing and planned R&D initiatives
  • Suggests corrective actions and future directions

R&D Cell

  • Central hub for research, development, and innovation activities
  • Facilitates researcher registration and project management
  • Maintains updated information on papers, projects, and funding
  • Serves as nodal point for institutional and industry liaisons
  • Provides support for IPR matters and proposal submissions
  • Oversees implementation of research ethics
  • Headed by Dean (R&D) with dedicated managers and staff
Intellectual Property

IP Management & Protection

Our comprehensive Intellectual Property Rights policy protects and manages IP generated through research activities, outlining rights, responsibilities, and commercialization procedures.

01
Ownership Rights

Institution as applicant; faculty and students as inventors with clear ownership guidelines for collaborative research.

02
Disclosure & Protection

Timely disclosure process and mechanisms ensuring protection of inventions and innovations.

03
Assignment & Licensing

Defined procedures for licensing IP rights to third parties with revenue sharing and royalty distribution.

04
Confidentiality

Guidelines for maintaining confidentiality during research collaborations and technology transfer.

05
Patent Filing

Comprehensive support for drafting applications, coordinating with attorneys, and managing portfolio.

06
Commercialization

Support for technology transfer, licensing agreements, and creation of spin-off companies.

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