Mechanical engineering opens numerous avenues for innovation and impact across diverse industries. From designing advanced engines and power systems to developing smart manufacturing techniques, mechanical engineers play a critical role in shaping the technology that powers our world. This field spans everything from material science and thermal engineering to robotics and energy conversion, making it essential to industries as varied as automotive, aerospace, healthcare, and renewable energy. Mechanical engineers are at the forefront of solving complex challenges, optimizing processes, and creating sustainable solutions that drive progress and improve quality of life globally.


The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Ballari Institute of Technology and Management (BITM) provides comprehensive research, teaching, and learning opportunities across the diverse fields of mechanical engineering. Focused on design, energy systems, materials science, manufacturing processes, and sustainable technology, the department prepares students for a broad range of careers.
We offer undergraduate and doctoral programs that integrate hands-on learning with theoretical insights, equipping students with the essential skills and knowledge needed to excel in industries. The department is dedicated to fostering future engineers and leaders who are ready to address the challenges and innovations of the field.
The department has state-of-the-art Laboratory facilities, high-tech machine shops, mechanical measurements and metrology, IC engines, material testing, and hydraulics laboratories. Our highly qualified faculty is committed to expanding knowledge across the many areas of mechanical engineering and applying it to solve real-world challenges. Our research and educational programs prioritize the development of advanced, economical, reliable, and environmentally friendly technologies and systems, preparing students to make meaningful contributions to industry and society.
Doctorates with good blend of experience
Patents conducted funded faculty development program
Vision
To be a center of excellence that provides the best of teaching, learning, and research.
Mission
- To impart knowledge with strong theoretical and practical aspects.
- To prepare effective and responsible graduates to meet the industry requirements.
- To develop leadership qualities through team work and professional ethics.
S. No. | Category | Nomination of the Committee | Name of the Person |
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1 | Head of the Dept. | Chairperson | Dr. V. VENKATA RAMANA Professor & HOD – Mechanical Engg. |
2 | Faculty Members at different levels veering different specializations |
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3 | Subject Experts from outside the College nominated by Academic Council | Member 1 | Dr. I SRIDHAR Professor, Dept. of Mechanical Engineering SDM College of Engineering and Technology, Dharwad. Email: sridhari74@gmail.com |
Member 2 | Dr. K. CHANDRAPPA Associate Professor, Siddaganga Institute of Technology, Tumkur. Email: kchandrappa@sit.ac.in kasigavi@yahoo.com | ||
4 | Expert from outside college, nominated by Vice-Chancellor | Member | Dr. SHARANAPPA C SAJJAN Professor and Head, KLE Institute of Technology, Hubballi. Email: hod_mech@kleit.ac.in |
5 | Representative from industry/ corporate sector/ allied area relating to placement nominated by Academic Council | Member | Mr. GANAPATHY BHATTA A.S. Triveni Turbine Limited 12-A Peenya Industrial Area, Bangalore 560058,Karnataka,India Website: www.triveniturbines.com |
6 | Postgraduate meritorious alumnus nominated by Principal Member | Member | Mr. RAGHAVENDRA PRASAD H M Sci / Engr – SF, SMG / MSA URSC, Bengaluru. hmrp@ursc.gov.in |
7 | Co-opted members | Member 1 | Mr. SUNIL KATARIA Executive Vice President, JSW Steels Ltd., Toranagallu. (Karnataka) Email: sunilkataria@yahoo.co.in sunil.kataria@jsw.in |
Member 2 | Dr. MADEVA NAGARAL, Manager (Design) Aircraft Research and Design Centre, Hindustan Aeronautics Limited, Banaglore-560037 Karnataka, India. Email: madev.nagaral@gmail.com |
S. No. | Name | Role |
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1 | Dr. V. Venkata Ramana | Chairman |
2 | Dr. Yadavalli Basavaraj | Member |
3 | Dr. Raghavendra Joshi | Member |
4 | Dr. B. Ganesh | Member |
5 | Dr. Lakshmi Kumari | Member |
6 | Dr. H.M. Anil Kumar | Member |
7 | Dr. Banakara Nagaraj | Member |
8 | Dr. Manjunatha .T.H | Member |
9 | Dr. Pavan Kumar .B. K | Member |
10 | Dr. Shivaramakrishna .A | Member |
11 | Dr. Santhosh V Janamatti | Member |
12 | Dr. Shekar .K | Member |
13 | Mr. Vishnu Prasad B | Member |
14 | Mr. B. Jayaprakash | Member |
15 | Mr. V. Srinivasulu | Member |
16 | Mr. K. Raghavendra | Member |
17 | Mr. Mohammed Fayaz .k | Member |
18 | Mr. E. Manjunath | Member |
19 | Mr. Shiva Kumar S.Y | Member |
20 | Mr. Mayur Pawar. D | Member |
21 | Mr. B.P. Vijay Kumar | Member |
22 | Mr. K.C. Venkatesh | Member |
23 | Mr. K. Rajashekar | Member |
24 | Mr. Gavisiddesha .P | Member |
25 | Mr. Raghavendra Karnool | Member |
26 | Mr. A. Taranath | Member |
27 | Mr. Raghavendra Shetty | Member |
28 | Mr. B. Maharaja Gouda | Member |
29 | Mr. Kalyan Babu S.T | Member |
30 | Mr. Irayya Shikkerimath | Member |
S. No. | Name of the Member | Role |
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Head of the Department Concerned (Chairperson) | ||
1. | Dr. V. Venkata Ramana | Chairman |
Internal Members | ||
2. | Dr. Yadavalli Basavaraj | Member |
3. | Dr. Raghavendra Joshi | Member |
4. | Dr. B. Ganesh | Member |
External Members from Academic Institutions | ||
5. | Mr. Ganapathy Bhatta A S | Member |
6. | Dr. Rameshwar Sah | Member |
Alumina | ||
7. | Mr. Subodh Kumar | Member |
8. | Mr. Veeresha D R | Member |
Student Representative | ||
9. | Mr. Vishwas I | Member |
10. | Mr. D. Manjunath Reddy | Member |