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Utkal University
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
ଉତ୍କଳ ବିଶ୍ୱବିଦ୍ୟାଳୟ
ଭୁବନେଶ୍ୱର, ଓଡ଼ିଶା

Building Intelligent Minds for a Digital and Sustainable Future

Established in 1990, the Department of Computer Science and Applications has grown into one of the leading centres for computer science education and research at Utkal University. The department offers a vibrant academic environment where students gain strong theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and research experience. Through its postgraduate and doctoral programs, it encourages innovation, problem-solving, and interdisciplinary learning. Its alumni have made significant contributions to the IT industry, higher education, entrepreneurship, and public service. By combining academic excellence with industry exposure and research-driven learning, the department continues to nurture future technology leaders. The aim is to make prepared to create intelligent minds to contribute to the future digital world.

Thrust Areas of Research

Vision

To evolve into a nationally competitive, research-driven Computer Science department aligned with NEP 2020, fulfilling the NAAC and NIRF criteria and contributing to innovation, employability, and societal transformation.

Mission

  • Deliver quality Outcome-Based Education (OBE) by continuously upgrading the curriculum and laboratory facilities, fostering innovation and entrepreneurship, and making students industry ready.
  • Promote excellence in research and collaboration by encouraging trans-disciplinary research, strengthening industry partnerships, and establishing Centers of Excellence in emerging areas of Computer Science and technology.

Distinctive Features

  • Industry-oriented education with a curriculum that combines strong theoretical foundations, practical learning, and emerging technologies to prepare students for successful careers.
  • Research and innovation culture that encourages faculty and students to work on cutting-edge areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cyber Security, IoT, and Computational Linguistics.
  • Modern learning environment supported by advanced computing laboratories, smart classrooms, high-speed internet, and dedicated research facilities that promote experiential learning.
  • Strong industry and alumni connections that provide students with opportunities for internships, placements, mentoring, entrepreneurship, and collaborative projects.

Faculties

 

The Department provides modern infrastructure and academic facilities to support quality teaching, learning, research, and innovation. The major facilities available in the Department are:

  • ICT-enabled Smart Classrooms
  • Well-equipped Computer Laboratories
  • IBM Blade Server Facility
  • Internet of Things (IoT) Laboratory
  • High-Speed Wi-Fi Enabled Campus
  • Dedicated Departmental Library with over 12,000 Books
  • Centre for Computational Linguistics and Odia Language Research
  • Interactive Projectors and Smart Boards
  • Air-Conditioned Classrooms and Laboratories
  • UPS and Power Backup Facilities
  • Departmental Intranet and Server Room
  • CCTV Surveillance System
  • Mini Auditorium for Academic Activities
  • Modern Sound System in Auditorium
  • Exclusive Parking Facility
  • Barrier-Free Access for Differently-Abled Persons
  • Research and Project Development Laboratory
  • Seminar and Conference Facilities
  • High-Speed Internet Connectivity
  • Software Development and Programming Labs

Physical Facilities

Facility Number(s)
Class Room (ICT Enabled) 05
Laboratory 02
Library 01
Gallery 01
Office Room 01
Server Room 02
Faculty Room 08
H.O.D. Chamber 01
Research Scholar Room 01
Store Room 02
Lavatory 09
Electrical Panel Room 01

Major Instrumental facilities

Facility Number(s)
Smart Board 04
White Board 13
Projector 06
Photocopier 01
Desktop Computer 96
Internet facilities 1Gbps
Printer-cum-Scanner 01
Printer 04
Scanner 01
Water Cooler-cum-Purifier 02
UPS 13
Air Conditioner 32
Server 01
Refrigerator 01

Research Scholars

Research Supervisors

ILMS

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