Charotar University Of Science And Technology: Nurturing Learners into Dynamic Global Achievers
Dr Atul Patel, Dean (Academics) & Registrar, Charotar University Of Science And Technology
In India, numerous college campuses are making remarkable strides in research and development, fostering a culture of innovation and contributing significantly to technological and scientific advancements. Such institutions not only play a pivotal role in shaping the future of education but also collaborate with industries and research organizations to drive progress. Among leading institutions, Charotar University of Science and Technology stands out as a prominent hub of academic excellence and research.
The foundation of the university traces back to 1895, when the Patidars of Charotar region in Gujarat created the Shri Charotar Moti Sattavis Leuva Patidar Samaj, Matrusanstha, aiming to nurture social values. In 1993-94, the idea of establishing an educational organization in the Charotar region materialized with the formation of the Shri Charotar Moti Sattavis Patidar Kelavani Mandal. This initiative was led by Late Shri Chhotabhai Bhikhabhai Patel, a prominent businessman and social leader, and Late Dr K. C. Patel, a renowned nuclear scientist and educationist.
In 2000, an educational campus was established at Changa, and the journey of transforming this campus into a university began. The campus grew rapidly, with several institutes established over the years, leading to the formation of CHARUSAT in July 2009. The university was named Charotar University of Science and Technology to honor the region of Charotar, often referred to as the ‘golden’ land.
The early leadership of the university included Shri Surendra Patel as president and Dr M.C. Patel as secretary. Surendra Patel, affectionately called Kaka, continues to serve as the current president. Dr M.C. Patel continues his volunteer service as the secretary of the Kelavani Mandal.
CHARUSAT began with the Charotar Institute of Technology - Changa (CITC), which later became the Chandubhai S. Patel Institute of Technology (CSPIT). It started with an investment of ₹3 crore, offering 4 programs to 240 students. Over the years, the institute expanded significantly and now consists of 9 institutes, offering 72+ programs to over 10,000 students, with a capital investment exceeding ₹150 crore.
A Vision of Excellence in Education & Innovation
CHARUSAT offers semester-based programs under the Choice Based Credit System, with curricula designed to meet international standards in science and technology while addressing national demands. The focus is on industry-driven research and entrepreneurship development. The evaluation system combines internal (continuous) evaluation and end-semester exams, ensuring a balanced approach with input from external and internal examiners. A student-friendly learning environment is maintained through a structured commencement program, adherence to the academic calendar, and a mentor-mentee system.
The university has achieved remarkable success in research, with over 80 funded projects worth ₹14 Crores, more than 2800 publications in national and international journals, and 25+ patents filed. Its strong industry interface is managed through the University Industry Interaction Cell (UIIC), fostering consultancy projects in commercial, technological, scientific, environmental, and social fields.
CHARUSAT fosters a research environment based on professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct, supporting academic freedom for scholars and teachers to pursue research in their fields of interest. All researchers, including faculty, students, and collaborators, must adhere to the policies. The university offers research opportunities for Bachelor's and Master's students, including mini-projects, dissertations, and summer training. Additionally, it provides the Postgraduate Student Fellowship (PGSF) to enhance research output and attract prospective PhD scholars. This initiative aims to produce high-quality research papers and projects, establishing the institute as an internationally recognized research center.
“The teaching-learning process is enriched through adopting pedagogical innovations to achieve outcome based education, feedbacks from stakeholders, regular upgrade of faculty domain knowledge and diverse initiatives like projects, internships, industrial visit, and expert sessions”, shares Dr Atul Patel, Dean (Academics) & Registrar, CHARUSAT.
Encouraging Research based Learning
CHARUSAT recognizes research and innovation as key drivers of growth and development, with its PhD programs being a crucial component of its research framework. These programs are offered across various faculties, including Applied Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Management, Humanities, Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Paramedical Sciences. PhD scholars are encouraged to engage in frontier research problems using uni-disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary approaches. The university aims to attract talented candidates to pursue full-time PhD programs.
The CHARUSAT Visitor Student Research Internship (CVSRI) is designed to attract bright students globally to participate in research activities for a short term. Mentored by professors or associate professors, interns can engage in departmental or institute-level research or explore their own interests. The university has a separate policy for CVSRI, and researchers are also encouraged to participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences, with financial assistance provided based on CHARUSAT’s norms.
Facilities and Collaborations
CHARUSAT University provides a range of state-of-the-art facilities for students and faculty. The campus spans 125 acres of lush green lawns and trees, offering a Wi-Fi-enabled environment. It boasts advanced laboratories with safety features, ICT-enabled classrooms, interactive theatres, seminar halls, computer centers, auditoria, and a well-equipped library with a wide range of textbooks, reference materials, national and international journals. The high-end research facility, sports and fitness center, and four hostels that can accommodate over 1,000 female students further enhance the university's infrastructure.
The university also houses NABL-accredited labs, including the Concrete Technology Lab, Geotechnical Engineering Lab, and Environment Auditor Lab, ensuring compliance with industry standards. CHARUSAT collaborates with numerous prestigious organizations such as AICTE, DRDO, ISRO, TATA Strive, and the Ministry of Science & Technology, among others. These partnerships contribute to its strong research and development framework.
Recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) and awarded the prestigious Promotion of University Research in Scientific Excellence (PURSE) grant of ₹8.51 crores by DST, the institute has earned accolades, including the best ICT Initiative in Education by the Gesia- Gujarat Electronics and Software Industries Association.
The university's entrepreneurial ecosystem includes CIVF (a Section 8 company) and CSIC (Charusat Startup and Innovation Centre). These centers offer mentoring, investment opportunities, business development services, and incubation support for start-ups. They provide infrastructure, technology linkages, product branding, intellectual property management, and regulatory compliance advisory, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and enterprise growth.
Leap towards Success
The institute has pioneered a paperless digital examination system, where exams are conducted online with a stylus, and all information is saved in the cloud. The year 2025 marks CHARUSAT’s silver jubilee, celebrating 25 years of excellence in education. The university kicked off the year with its convocation on January 4 and continues the celebrations with sports and cultural events, including a live concert by Sachin-Jigar on January 24 and the Republic Day celebrations, showcasing its commitment to fostering a vibrant academic and cultural community.
For future, CHARUSAT is committed to providing a dynamic research environment that encourages innovation, academic freedom, and ethical conduct. With a strong focus on quality research, collaboration, and fostering talent, the university aims to contribute significantly to academic and scientific advancements. Through various initiatives and fellowships, it continues to cultivate future researchers and leaders in multiple disciplines.
The foundation of the university traces back to 1895, when the Patidars of Charotar region in Gujarat created the Shri Charotar Moti Sattavis Leuva Patidar Samaj, Matrusanstha, aiming to nurture social values. In 1993-94, the idea of establishing an educational organization in the Charotar region materialized with the formation of the Shri Charotar Moti Sattavis Patidar Kelavani Mandal. This initiative was led by Late Shri Chhotabhai Bhikhabhai Patel, a prominent businessman and social leader, and Late Dr K. C. Patel, a renowned nuclear scientist and educationist.
In 2000, an educational campus was established at Changa, and the journey of transforming this campus into a university began. The campus grew rapidly, with several institutes established over the years, leading to the formation of CHARUSAT in July 2009. The university was named Charotar University of Science and Technology to honor the region of Charotar, often referred to as the ‘golden’ land.
The early leadership of the university included Shri Surendra Patel as president and Dr M.C. Patel as secretary. Surendra Patel, affectionately called Kaka, continues to serve as the current president. Dr M.C. Patel continues his volunteer service as the secretary of the Kelavani Mandal.
CHARUSAT began with the Charotar Institute of Technology - Changa (CITC), which later became the Chandubhai S. Patel Institute of Technology (CSPIT). It started with an investment of ₹3 crore, offering 4 programs to 240 students. Over the years, the institute expanded significantly and now consists of 9 institutes, offering 72+ programs to over 10,000 students, with a capital investment exceeding ₹150 crore.
A Vision of Excellence in Education & Innovation
CHARUSAT offers semester-based programs under the Choice Based Credit System, with curricula designed to meet international standards in science and technology while addressing national demands. The focus is on industry-driven research and entrepreneurship development. The evaluation system combines internal (continuous) evaluation and end-semester exams, ensuring a balanced approach with input from external and internal examiners. A student-friendly learning environment is maintained through a structured commencement program, adherence to the academic calendar, and a mentor-mentee system.
The university has achieved remarkable success in research, with over 80 funded projects worth ₹14 Crores, more than 2800 publications in national and international journals, and 25+ patents filed. Its strong industry interface is managed through the University Industry Interaction Cell (UIIC), fostering consultancy projects in commercial, technological, scientific, environmental, and social fields.
CHARUSAT fosters a research environment based on professionalism, integrity, and ethical conduct, supporting academic freedom for scholars and teachers to pursue research in their fields of interest. All researchers, including faculty, students, and collaborators, must adhere to the policies. The university offers research opportunities for Bachelor's and Master's students, including mini-projects, dissertations, and summer training. Additionally, it provides the Postgraduate Student Fellowship (PGSF) to enhance research output and attract prospective PhD scholars. This initiative aims to produce high-quality research papers and projects, establishing the institute as an internationally recognized research center.
“The teaching-learning process is enriched through adopting pedagogical innovations to achieve outcome based education, feedbacks from stakeholders, regular upgrade of faculty domain knowledge and diverse initiatives like projects, internships, industrial visit, and expert sessions”, shares Dr Atul Patel, Dean (Academics) & Registrar, CHARUSAT.
Encouraging Research based Learning
CHARUSAT recognizes research and innovation as key drivers of growth and development, with its PhD programs being a crucial component of its research framework. These programs are offered across various faculties, including Applied Sciences, Engineering & Technology, Computer Science, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Management, Humanities, Physiotherapy, Nursing, and Paramedical Sciences. PhD scholars are encouraged to engage in frontier research problems using uni-disciplinary, interdisciplinary, and multidisciplinary approaches. The university aims to attract talented candidates to pursue full-time PhD programs.
The CHARUSAT Visitor Student Research Internship (CVSRI) is designed to attract bright students globally to participate in research activities for a short term. Mentored by professors or associate professors, interns can engage in departmental or institute-level research or explore their own interests. The university has a separate policy for CVSRI, and researchers are also encouraged to participate in training programs, workshops, and conferences, with financial assistance provided based on CHARUSAT’s norms.
Facilities and Collaborations
CHARUSAT University provides a range of state-of-the-art facilities for students and faculty. The campus spans 125 acres of lush green lawns and trees, offering a Wi-Fi-enabled environment. It boasts advanced laboratories with safety features, ICT-enabled classrooms, interactive theatres, seminar halls, computer centers, auditoria, and a well-equipped library with a wide range of textbooks, reference materials, national and international journals. The high-end research facility, sports and fitness center, and four hostels that can accommodate over 1,000 female students further enhance the university's infrastructure.
The university also houses NABL-accredited labs, including the Concrete Technology Lab, Geotechnical Engineering Lab, and Environment Auditor Lab, ensuring compliance with industry standards. CHARUSAT collaborates with numerous prestigious organizations such as AICTE, DRDO, ISRO, TATA Strive, and the Ministry of Science & Technology, among others. These partnerships contribute to its strong research and development framework.
Recognized by the Department of Scientific and Industrial Research (DSIR) and awarded the prestigious Promotion of University Research in Scientific Excellence (PURSE) grant of ₹8.51 crores by DST, the institute has earned accolades, including the best ICT Initiative in Education by the Gesia- Gujarat Electronics and Software Industries Association.
The university's entrepreneurial ecosystem includes CIVF (a Section 8 company) and CSIC (Charusat Startup and Innovation Centre). These centers offer mentoring, investment opportunities, business development services, and incubation support for start-ups. They provide infrastructure, technology linkages, product branding, intellectual property management, and regulatory compliance advisory, fostering an environment conducive to innovation and enterprise growth.
Leap towards Success
The institute has pioneered a paperless digital examination system, where exams are conducted online with a stylus, and all information is saved in the cloud. The year 2025 marks CHARUSAT’s silver jubilee, celebrating 25 years of excellence in education. The university kicked off the year with its convocation on January 4 and continues the celebrations with sports and cultural events, including a live concert by Sachin-Jigar on January 24 and the Republic Day celebrations, showcasing its commitment to fostering a vibrant academic and cultural community.
For future, CHARUSAT is committed to providing a dynamic research environment that encourages innovation, academic freedom, and ethical conduct. With a strong focus on quality research, collaboration, and fostering talent, the university aims to contribute significantly to academic and scientific advancements. Through various initiatives and fellowships, it continues to cultivate future researchers and leaders in multiple disciplines.
