The Department of Electrical Engineering is one of the four engineering departments at the Zakura Campus of the University of Kashmir. The Department has three permanent faculty members and one INSPIRE faculty member. The Department offers B.Tech. and M.Tech. in Electrical Engineering and Power System & Control, respectively. It has six fully functional laboratories that accommodate multiple courses.



Vision

  • The Department of Electrical Engineering at the University of Kashmir envisions becoming a hub of academic excellence, research, and innovation in Electrical Engineering. The Department has offered a B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering since 2014 and an M.Tech. in Power System and Control since 2022, with a strong emphasis on providing rigorous training in core and advanced areas of Electrical Engineering. Moving forward, the Department via its Board of Studies (BoS) aims to strengthen its academic programs by continuously updating the curricula to align with emerging technologies and industrial trends. Greater emphasis will be placed on data-driven and programming-based approaches in all courses, ensuring students are well-equipped to address modern engineering challenges. This will enable students to explore interdisciplinary domains like Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Renewable Energy, and Electric Vehicles, fostering innovation and practical learning. Additionally, the Department plans to introduce industry-relevant certification courses and organize workshops to improve students' technical competence and employability.

  • On the research front, the Department is poised to advance its research capabilities, especially in Power Systems, Control Engineering, Renewable Energy Integration, and Power Electronics. The recent grant of INR 1.2 crore under the INSPIRE Faculty Program for the project “Equivalencing and Controlling of Low Inertia Power Systems” from the Ministry of Education, Department of Science and Technology to Dr. Danish Rafiq marks a significant milestone for the Department. This grant will establish state-of-the-art research facilities, allowing the Department to undertake high-impact research in power systems, renewable energy integration, and advanced control systems. The department also aims to secure additional research funding from various national and international agencies to expand its research scope and infrastructure further.

  • The Department also envisions upgrading its laboratories with state-of-the-art equipment, industrial software, and advanced computing workstations to support teaching and research activities. Advanced equipment such as EV trainers, battery testers, power quality analyzers, process control, and automation systems have been approved for the Engineering Kitchen program at the University. This infrastructure enhancement will significantly benefit students in power system simulation, renewable energy integration, microgrid analysis, and control system design. It will also provide a solid foundation for undertaking industry-collaborative projects and facilitating consultancy services in emerging areas of Electrical Engineering. The upgraded infrastructure will be pivotal in fostering practical learning and providing hands-on experience to students, ensuring they are industry-ready upon graduation.

  • In addition to strengthening its academic and research ecosystem, the Department plans to initiate Ph.D. positions next year to boost its research output further and offer advanced research opportunities to scholars in Electrical Engineering. The introduction of Ph.D. programs will significantly enhance the Department’s research capabilities, allowing it to address complex problems in power systems, control engineering, renewable energy, and electric vehicles. This will also enable faculty members to collaborate with leading national and international institutions, contributing to cutting-edge research publications and technological developments.

  • The Department seeks to collaborate strongly with industries, power utilities, and government bodies to promote technology transfer, consultancy, and joint research projects. Encouraging students to undertake internships, participate in industrial projects, and engage in entrepreneurial ventures will remain a priority. The Department also plans to organize international conferences, seminars, and workshops to foster a culture of research and innovation among faculty and students. The Department intends to sign a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Jammu & Kashmir Power Development Corporation (JKPDC) to start a long-term collaboration between the University of Kashmir and JKPDC in various areas of engineering, technology, and organization development by exchanging intellectual resources and infrastructure.

  • With a growing research ecosystem and institutional support, the Department is confident in significantly contributing to Electrical Engineering. By leveraging recent research grants, expanding its academic offerings through DYD, upgrading laboratory infrastructure, and introducing Ph.D. positions, the department aims to position itself as a leading center for advanced research, education, and technical innovation in Electrical Engineering in the region.  The Department has submitted a proposal for participating as an institutional partner in the 4E Wave National Movement for Energy Conservation to align with this critical initiative andcontributemeaningfully to promoting energy conservation practices across the country