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FACULTY OF IT AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS www.paruluniversity.ac.in

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About University Parul University came into existence on April 21, 2015. Earlier, since 1990, Parul Group of Institutions was managed by Parul Arogya Seva Mandal Trust. At present, the university has 3 constituent campuses spread over in Limda (Vadodara), Ahmedabad and Rajkot. There are a total of 22 constituent Institutions, 2 diploma colleges with the trust and one PGDM autonomous programme. The total number of degree and diploma programmes, both at under-graduate and post graduate levels, number 241. The university has a sprawling 105 acre campus at Limda, Vadodara where its headquarters is located. The university provides state-of-art facilities in the form of classrooms, laboratories, workshops, sports and games, transport and other facilities required for overall personality development of students. About 25,000 students, of whom more than 250 are international students, study in the university. They are mentored by about 2000 well-qualified and experienced faculty members. The university has separate wings for developmental activities in the form of Career Development Cell, International Relations Cell, Training and Placement Cell, Entrepreneurship Development Cell and International Students' Affairs Cell. The university also offers other facilities such as services of Parul Sevashram Hospital, Parul Ayurved Hospital and Jawaharlal Nehru Homoeopathic Medical College Hospital at Limda campus and services of Homoeopathic Hospital at Ahmedabad and Rajkot campuses.

Vision and Mission Vision: To contribute towards generating resources and means for the betterment of humanity through quality educational services, active participation in community services and establishment of institutions to sensitize all stakeholders towards “Inclusive India, Progressive India.” Mission: To make a difference in the lives of those living in rural region by equipping them with the means and resources to empower not only their families but also the entire region.

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FROM THE DESK OF PROVOST

Dr. Ketan Kotecha Provost Parul University

Higher education system is undergoing massive transformation around the globe. The biggest challenge, which universities around the world facing are employability coupled with affordability, delivering holistic curriculum, developing skills and inculcating the positive attitude. The need of the hour is to envision a next-gen university which can be a Destination University for students as well as faculty members. Understanding these needs, Parul University has envisioned an education system, which is robust and dynamic. We are initiating curriculum, revamping by making teaching-learning more rigorous, that will promote the holistic development of the student ; at the same time it will make them the keystone of the society. This is our Dream! As the future is so unpredictable, we create dynamic job scenario and prepare students to adept and adopt the globalization as well as we make them life-long learners. We understand that the learning happens in formal and informal spaces. Henceforth, ICT (Information & Communication Tools) has been integrated in regular classes providing blended learning, thus brining world class and renowned academicians /researchers in our own classroom. Developing Skills of the students to make them employable or support them for their entrepreneurial journey is our prime foci. Global exposure of the students is also one of our priorities and thus we envision many international collaboration in future. I am standing with very enthusiastic, dedicated faculty members and very visionary management making us the Nextgen University. I welcome all newly admitted students of Parul University and covey my best wishes for all future endeavors. Be here, Be vibrant !!!

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FROM THE DESK OF DEAN - FITCA

Dr. Narayan A. Joshi Dean FITCA Director - MCA Parul University

Faculty of IT and Computer Applications, Parul University has materialized as one of the prime IT education providers at global level. Parul University offers 100+ programmes in various disciplines housing 25000+ students, 300+ international students from 26 different countries. Parul University has strong linkages/MoUs with several national &multinationals including NASSCOM, TCS, L&T, Reliance and many others for betterment of students and academics. Looking to the pervasive need of IT professionals in various sectors of society, Parul University offers Post Graduate, Under Graduate and Integrated programs in the domain of Computer Applications under the Faculty of IT and Computer Applications. Various departments under Faculty of IT and Computer Applications strive in preparing IT-industry ready professionals by means of various skill development courses, vocational courses, co-curricular & extra-curricular activities, industry visits and expert lectures in addition to the rigorous classroom teaching learning. Parul University also emphasizes on offering diversified additional courses related to career development, communication skills improvement and entrepreneurship for overall development of student. Parul University emphasizes on usage of modern ICT tools and services for students and teachers by means of A to Z course-blog and Google Classroom to enable 24X7 teaching and learning. Further, Faculty of IT & Computer Applications gives importance to enrichment of its faculty members by facilitating diversified training programmes such as – workshops, Faculty Development Programmes (FDP), Short Term Training Programmes (STTP), seminars, conferences and industry trainings – in order to leverage benefit to its students. Moreover, for the overall grooming of the students, the Faculty of IT & Computer Applications periodically organizes technical events such as 'AppliFest'. Such events provide platform to the students to showcase their talents and skillsets in fierce competitions and present cutting edge technologies. Such competitions provide a myriad of opportunities to students, a platform to demonstrate their skills, a stepping stone to achieve greater things in life. Students can represent unconventional but effective ways of leadership, participation and exposure to societal issues. Parul University also encourages the students in participating such technical/non-technical events in other at par universities and institutes. With the great support of my faculty members, I welcome newly admitted students of Parul University and wish them best career ahead. Be here, Be vibrant!!! 03

Faculties at Parul University There are total 20 different faculties running under the umbrella of Parul University.

01 FACULTY OF ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY 02 FACULTY OF IT AND COMPUTER APPLICATIONS 03 FACULTY OF ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING 04 FACULTY OF PHARMACY 05 FACULTY OF MEDICINE 06 FACULTY OF HOMOEOPATHY 07 FACULTY OF AYURVEDA 08 FACULTY OF PHYSIOTHERAPY 09 FACULTY OF NURSING 10 FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT 11 FACULTY OF APPLIED SCIENCES 12 FACULTY OF SOCIAL WORK 13 FACULTY OF LIBRARY AND INFORMATION SCIENCE 14 FACULTY OF VOCATIONAL STUDIES 15 FACULTY OF FINE ARTS 16 FACULTY OF DESIGN 17 FACULTY OF ARTS 18 FACULTY OF AGRICULTURE 19 FACULTY OF COMMERCE 20 FACULTY OF LAW

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Organizational Structure The University has the following statutory authorities. (1) Governing Body (2) Board of Management (3) Academic Council (4) Faculties (5) Boards of Studies (6) Finance Committee (7) Board of Doctoral Studies & Research The following are the Officers of the University 1) The President 2) The Vice President 3) The Provost 4) The Registrar 5) The Finance Officer 6) Deans of Faculties

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Career Development Cell

Prof. Pradyumansinh Raj Assistant Professor and I/C Director Parul University

In Parul University, along with the core subjects' emphasis is laid on the hands–on training for future professionals. Parul University has introduced mandatory Career Development Courses as part of its mainstream curriculum in all of its faculties. This includes a range of skills proficiency in English & other Foreign Languages, Quantitative Aptitude, Verbal/ Non-Verbal Reasoning for various competitive examinations. Parul University offers “add-on” skills along with academic knowledge to bring the students at par with the best of Academia around the world. The dynamic corporate world requires up to date and technologically dynamic skills. The Career Development Centre aims to guide students to think in terms of careers where they can excel in their inherent potential.Highly qualified trainers of CDC regularly conduct seminars & workshops on Personality Development, Behavioral Skills, Etiquettes & Manners, Goal Setting, Time Management, Career Planning, Effective Communication Skills, Interview Techniques, etc. The body of CDC comprises more than 55 highly qualified trainers. We have designed demand driven curriculum meeting the needs of all levels of students keeping in mind the requirement of corporate. Regular sessions are conducted in all faculties of university to teach the designed curriculum. Moreover, CDC members also organize Teacher Training Workshops, Faculty Development Programmes & STTPs regularly to enhance the teaching skills of the faculty members and to promote innovative teaching methods among its faculty members. Introduction of Career Development Courses as part of Mainstream Curriculum in many faculties has received favorable response from all stake holders of University. 07

International Relations Cell

Dr. Rajkumari Soni Head, International Relations Cell (IRC) Parul University

Welcome!!! International development lies at the core of Parul University's (PU) efforts in teaching, training and development. Having emerged locally by the motto of “Yogah Karmsu Kaushalam” meaning “Excellence in work is ultimate worship”, PU sees Internationalization as an opportunity to improve quality across its Campus, both at an institutional level and in terms of its staff. PU is dedicated to contribute to tackling modern global challenges; one of PU's most vital priorities is strategic Internationalization, balanced with an integrative atmosphere throughout the Campus. To fulfill its international strategic goal PU has signed MoUs with various International Universities and Colleges and has been successfully organizing Student Exchange Program/Faculty Exchange Programmes in various disciplines enabling them to gain international exposure. PU has set up International Relations Cell (IRC) with objectives to provide platform to students and faculties to: 1. Enhance their horizon and helps in diverse interpersonal relations which makes us more acceptable and tolerant to have place in world. 2. Increases cultural awareness, which is stepping stone in globalized word. 3. Creates global awareness and understands needs and strengths of different parts of the world which helps them in their career growth.

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Entrepreneurship Development Cell

Prof. Shantanu Chakravarty Head - Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC) Parul University

Global to local economy in search of sustainable growth always look for employment generation as option to strengthen the economy, however in present scenario employment generation for self or entrepreneurship is thrust area in any economic policy framework. Today, we at Parul University can showcase our entrepreneurial journey or process, which could take shape with continuous and sustainable effort of a dedicated team behind it with adequate professional to academic guidance and acumen. University at this juncture is having a dedicated entrepreneurship development Cell (EDC) where innovation is included up to patent filling apart from nurturing early to mature stage start-ups, technology to non-technology based. EDC's objective is to nurture student's ideas to assess business and market feasibility so that student can create their startup. Not only creating a startup but to scale-up the startup is within the framework of cell where mentors help student startup to prepare for pitching if students are interested to avail the funding opportunity from agencies like banks, funding agencies, venture capitalist or angel finance apart from various government agencies. In this process quite a good number of student startups are now operating in the market which are nurtured and mentored by entrepreneurship development cell. Well organized activities of entrepreneurship development cell of Parul University have been recognized by various platforms where students participate to showcase their entrepreneurial skills. Today, Parul University's entrepreneurial ecosystem have been recognized by achievements in National Entrepreneurship Challenge in IIT-Powai where our team emerged as champion team in leader-board. National Entrepreneurship Network's (NEN) map also Parul University is one of the most active and vibrant campus in entrepreneurial culture.

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Placement Cell

Santosh Nair Head - Training & Placement Parul University

It gives me immense pleasure in stating that Parul University has recently been proved to be one of the most preferred destinations for fresher hiring through corporate. The university consistently attracts the best of the companies for fresher hiring in Diploma, Degree and Masters Engineering as well as BCA, MCA courses. Parul Group of Institutes (now Parul University) has been following the pursuit of excellence and has continually re-invented itself in terms of academic programmes and research infrastructure. Students are exposed to challenging research-based academics and a host of sport, cultural and organizational activities on its vibrant campus. The presence of best in class infrastructure facilities, vigorous instituteindustry collaborations, international exchange programmes, interdisciplinary research collaborations and industrial training opportunities help the students of Parul University to excel and lead in the competitive professional environment. Parul Group of Institutes (now Parul University), in last 13 years, has remained committed towards providing best possible talent to the industries across the nation. Parul University consistently maintains an exemplary recruitment record wherein our graduates and post graduates have been placed in various leading national and multinational corporations across the nation. We highly value our partnership with recruiters, alumni and academic fraternity and remain committed to making your recruiting experience smooth, effective and productive. I invite the recruiting companies and graduating students onto a common placement platform wherein they can find the best match between their needs and capabilities. Looking forward for an unending support and wishing you all the very best!!

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GYMNASIUM, POOL, GARDEN & MUCH MORE..

Infrastructure & Facilities

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Faculty Members of MCA

Dr. Narayan A. Joshi Dean FITCA Director - MCA Parul University

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Faculty Members of BCA / IMCA

Dr. Priya R. Swaminarayan Principal - PICA Parul University

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About Programmes - FITCA Understanding the universal need of IT specialists in diversified sectors of society, Parul University runs Under Graduate, Post Graduate and Integrated courses under the Faculty of IT & Computer Applications for preparing experts in the area of Information Technology & Computer Applications. By means of the Bachelor of Computer Applications (BCA) Programme, Parul University provides a platform to commence a career in the field of IT and Computer Applications. It is a 3-yrs course. The BCA programme facilitates exposure and rigorous training on fundamentals of IT and Computer Application related subjects and technologies. Parul University envisions that successful completion of BCA degree would prepare not only an industry-compliant graduate but also a qualified candidate for further post graduate studies such as MCA. The Master of Computer Application (MCA) Programme at Parul University offers Post Graduate programme in the domain of IT and Computer Applications. The Department of MCA offers two flavours of MCA programme: 3-yrs (Regular) MCA and 2-yrs (Lateral) MCA. The MCA programme focuses on appropriate blend of current and emerging areas in IT and Management. The department of MCA aims to deliver extensive exposure to latest IT trends and technologies in association with various stakeholders from industry and academia. The Integrated Master of Computer Application (IMCA) is a 5-yrs Integrated Programme offered at Parul University. The programme is an excellent opportunity for a candidate having strong objective from the very beginning of his graduation study to cultivate his career in the domain of Information Technology. The programme facilitates balanced exposure to fundamental subjects and emerging areas of IT& Computer Applications and modern requirements of industries.

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Awards And Recognitions Institute Achivement Department of MCA

MCA Department received research grant from Gujarat Council on Science & Technology (GUJCOST), Department of Science and Technology Government of Gujarat for a research project “Development of load balancing techniques in cloud computing environments”

HelpDesk is one of the significant contribution by Department of MCA! HelpDesk has been developed to streamline problem management process managed by System Support Cell, Parul University. HelpDesk lets System Administrator to generate e-tickets for various hardware / software / network related problems posted by the users, and allocate them to engineers with time constraints to complete the assigned etickets. HelpDesk also provides transparent status tracking of e-tickets to all stakeholders.

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Department of BCA

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Faculty Achievements Department of MCA Achievements of faculty members show how they are excelling as well as adding values to their organization. Our eminent faculty members delivered expert lectures in organizations of repute such as Infosys Ltd. and various FDPs, STTPs, FEPs and Conferences.

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Dr. Narayan Joshi, Director MCA delivering talk at Infosys Ltd.

Prof. Akil Surti participated in Summer Faculty Reserch Program at IIT Delhi

Prof. Mihir Suthar received the Best Teacher award

Prof. Shimi Biju received the award for Outstanding Contribution in Cultural Activities

Prof. Shubhada Talegaon, Prof Shimi Biju attended a work shop on research opportunities at SAC(ISRO)

Prof. Shimi Biju, Prof Shubhada Talegaon attended a 5 days STTP in “GIS and Remote sensing” organized by PIT and kCube consultancy services ,Chennai

Prof. Rucha Patel delivering expert session at Indian Summer School-2016 for International students of Hanover University, Germany and Wroclaw University of Technology, Poland

Prof. Rucha Patel achieved "A" Grade in Faculty Enablement Program organized by Infosys Ltd., Pune

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Best Teacher Award - Prof. Harshika Rana

Co-curricular activities Award Prof . Mittal Bhatt

High Impact Through Student Involvement – EDC Award – Prof. Mittal Bhatt

Outstanding Contribution in Cultural Activities – Dhoom – 2015 – Prof. Milind Ruparel

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Student Achievements

Department of MCA Competitions play vital role in motivating students to perform, excel and offer a lot more reward than just winning prize. Competitions offer a chance to participants to gain substantial experience, showcase skills, analyze and evaluate outcomes and uncover personal aptitude. Competitions also encourage students to adopt innovative techniques and develop their ideas and skills. Our students enthusiastically participate in various competitions symposium and Technical fests. Other than this our students filed copyrights also.

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Samkit Shah, Akash Bhoite and Smit Nayakar won prize in National level TechFest TECHSTER

Kalpesh Bhogara, Samkit Shah and Vikas Sharma won prize in QUIZTER competition at BITA IT

Smit Naykar got second rank in WEBSPIN at TECHSTER at AHMEDABAD UNIVERSITY

Samkit Shah presented business idea in Startup factory by EDC cell at PARUL UNIVERSITY

Gor Priyanshi, Gor Himadri won prize in state level technical event AppliFest

Samkit shah, Akash Boite won prize in Tech Fest

Viren Parmar won prize in a state level competition COGSOC organized by CP Patel College, Anand

Vaibhav Muley won prize in “Project presentation” on Engineer's day

Rachel Jacob won 2nd prize in cultural event

Vice President, Parul University appreciated Dhaval Shah and Maunank Shah for development of a website for Parul University

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Department of BCA

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Department Activities Expert Lectures

Department of MCA

Department of MCA and BCA organized Expert lectures to make the students aware about current and emerging technologies. Eminent academicians and software professionals from industries are invited to address the students.

Mr. Dipak Rai, Ex. President of Reliance industries conducting session on “Management Information Systems”

Mr. Priyank Goel & Team, AmreliTech Pvt. Ltd., on a Pre-placement Talk

Mr. Viral Shah, expert from Dev Digital Pvt. Ltd., delivering lecture on “PHP Web Application Development”

Dr. Mamta Padole from M. S. University, delivering the lecture on “Object Oriented Concepts and Programing”

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Dr.Priya R. Swaminarayan, Principal, PICA conducting expert talk on Computer Networking

Mr. Manoranjan Padhya, delivering lecture on Python programming

Expert Talk on Advancement UI & Adobe Cold Fusion & Fire Works (UI & UX) by Mr Santosh, CAD expert from Ahmedabad

Lecture on Importance of testing by Ms. Anjali Jivani, Senior software tester at TOPS technologies

Faculty Development Program Department of MCA Faculty Development Programmes (FDP) help in training and development of faculty members in various technologies. It helps for inculcating the valuable knowledge in students.

Inaugural function of FDP on Fundamentals of Computer Science and Applications conducted by Department of MCA

Prof. Jonita Roman delivering lecture on Data Structures

Prof. Ninad Bhavsar delivering lecture on Computer Networks

FDP on Fundamentals of Computer Science and Applications organized by Department of MCA

Dr. Narayan Joshi (Director-MCA) delivering lecture on Linux as Operating System: Case Study

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Department of BCA

BCA department organized FDP on Python Programming

Academic Activities Conducted at BCA Department

Arranged International Student Enrichment Program on Python, PHP and JAVA

Organized Vocational Course on Creative Web Designing

Conducted Quiz Competition

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Industrial Visits Department of MCA Department of MCA and BCA, Parul University emphasize imparting practical exposure to our students by organizing Industrial visits to various eminent organizations working on latest technologies, which is usually not covered in the regular academic curriculum. The basic intent of Industrial Visit is to expose students to the industrial working environment, wherein they could visualize the application of their theoretical knowledge. Exposure to industrial visit persuade students to know more about the working culture, process integration, process flow pattern, co-ordination among various functions/verticals, various performance indicators etc.

Industrial Visit @ Infosys, Pune

Industrial Visit @ BISAG, Gandhinagar

Industrial Visit @ BSNL-RTTC Ahmedabad

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Department of BCA

Industrial Visit at BSNL, Ahmedabad

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Industrial Visit at BISAG, Gandhinagar

Workshops Department of MCA

Going beyond the horizons of textbooks and making something innovative is certainly a measure to improve an individual in practical terms. Hands on workshops and seminars are capable of keeping the students updated with the latest technology and tools.

Workshop on Android Programming

Experts from BISAG conducted Workshop on GIS

Workshop on Cyber Ethics and Cyber Law

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Department of BCA

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Workshop on Android Technology

Motivational talk on StartUP by Mr. Vinay Joshi, Business Development Manager, Rishabh Software

Seminar on Sensitization Activity- Idea Generation under EDC Cell

Seminar on Sensitization ActivityEntrepreneurship under EDC Cell

Conference The National Conference on Emerging Vistas of Technology in the 21st century, popularly known as "NCEVT" is an annual flagship event of Parul Group of Institute. Considering huge impact of emergent technologies, there is a paramount need to discuss and assimilate the cutting edge developments in various technology domains. Parul Group of Institutes, under auspices of Parul University Vadodara, organized this conference covering faculty of IT/CSE/MCA, Electrical, Mechanical, Electronics & Communications, Civil and Applied Science.

7th National Conference on Emerging Vistas of Technology 2016-The inaugural ceremony

Researchers and participants at National Conference on Emerging Vistas of Technology

Dr. Narayan Joshi delivering expert session at National Conference on Emerging Vistas of Technology -2016

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Social Activities Conducted at Department of BCA At Parul University, social life is very important. The social programming of the Parul University is intended to foster the development of healthy relationships among citizens, to develop good social skills in formal and informal situations and to encourage positive attitudes and behavior.

Green Diwali - Social Activity under Rethink Your dreams with others - November 2016, at Waghodia village

Blood Donation – Social Activity under Rethink Your dreams with others - November 2016 – Parul Arogya Seva Mandal

Sports Activities Conducted at Department of BCA

Football team of BCA department secured second runner up position at football tournament, Dhoom2015.

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Celebration of Dhoom - 2016

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Alumni Meet Parul University takes pride in organizing Alumni meet to nur ture strong bond between alumni and University. Department of MCA enthusiastically celebrated Alumni meet on 20th March 2016.

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Alumnus sharing his experience

Welcome address by Prof. Shubhada Talegaon

Dr. Narayan Joshi Addressing alumni

Prof. Akshar Muley Addressing Alumni

Interaction session at Alumni meet

FITCA faculty members with prestigious Alumni

Alumni Testimonials Department of MCA

Hardik Dalal, Research Scholar, Dalhousie University, Canada I find MCA Programme at Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology as one of the best learning grounds with the most helpful, knowledgeable and experienced professors. MCA department provides the right environment to learn, practice and grow career wise. The most important factor I think in learning process is direction and I had the experienced faculty members to give right direction to shape my career. I would like to give credits for my achievements so far to the professors at MCA programme. Simmy T.M., Assistant System Engineer, TCS, Kochi,Kerala MCA in Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology were one of the most wonderful three years of my life. I am thankful towards all my faculty members for providing necessary guidance in all aspects of my life. Overwhelmed as I got placed in one of the most reputed MNC .

Hinal Patel, Assistant System Engineer, TCS, Mumbai Life in Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology has been exciting for me. The environment not only helped me in imbibing knowledge but also in developing my overall personality & fueling my confidence. MCA department has achieved excellence in high quality education with prime focus on learning. My sincere thanks to all the Faculty members of MCA dept. for their support. They have played a very crucial role in shaping my career and discover a new me that I am today. Apsita Surana, TCS, Gandhinagar Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology has given me a chance to sharpen my skills in my field of choice. It has provided me with the necessary tools to enhance my skills, taught me valuable knowledge about this diverse world and concepts in general and eventually will enable me to hopefully become more successful in life. Faculty members and placement department helped me in rewarding career in TCS.

Yogesh K Kapuriya, System Engineer, TCS Gandhinagar I have started my Post graduate journey with Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology to become a software professional. I would like to thank PIET and the faculty members for laying a strong academic foundation along with training exposure and pre-placement talks, which has developed me as an all-rounder. To all those who aspire to become best software professionals can fulfill their dreams with PIET.

Soham Ajwalia, System Engineer, TCS Gandhinagar The realization of my dream to work with an MNC was in fact the result of an extra-ordinary efforts and opportunities to explore and enhance my skills at PIET. I will be always thankful to the department. I am thoroughly enjoying a very rewarding career.

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Jaymin Patel, Student, Ontario, Canada Doing MCA course in Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology was a great experience for me. I have developed leadership skills and time management. Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology helped me in developing my career.

Aakash Bhoite, QA Engineer, Mplify Techchnologies There is a saying "every best can be bettered" but after joining PIET MCA my growth was the touching the sky not just as a student but also as contributing member of the ever developing society, have got to study under proficient teachers & also several enthusiastic friends. The curriculum makes the student capable that the industry absorbs them, it makes the student stand out of the crowd and make a difference.

Amoli Jani, ATOS INDIA Faculty members of MCA department are very supportive and helpful. Thankful to faculty members and placement cell for getting a job opportunity in ATOS India.

Akhil Menon, Software Engineer, MSLC Ltd. Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology is the place where I started gaining professional knowledge about Information technology. Professors helped me during the course of MCA. Department arranged seminars to impart the knowledge about emerging technologies.

Smit Nayakar, Software Engineer, Mobiuso II admire the support which I received from Faculty members of MCA Department of Parul Institute of Engineering & Technology is. The infrastructure, environment and resources are better. My experience with MCA Department has been a wonderful balance of knowledge, skill, fun and friendship.

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Department of BCA

Manoranjan Padhya, IMCA, Optimum Info System - 2016 “The years spent while Graduating at Parul Institute of Computer Application were one of the best periods in my life as experienced. Right from the beginning till the end it has been a fun filled roller coaster journey for me. The teachers give complete dedication for the betterment of the students, I also found unlike other places the faculty members were very cooperative no matter and would always stand out to give a helping hand. During my time at PICA I received many opportunities for which I am very grateful and will always be. I also had good friends here, learned various things, experiences. There was never a moment when I thought/felt losing; my teachers were always there for me. In a nut shell my time at PICA was a perfect combination of Losing's which were actually Learning's in disguise and of course Winnings. “

Margi Pathak, BCA, Accenture -2016 “The environment of learning is so beautiful, enthusiastic and motivational. The principal and our teachers were very co-operative in nature. Because of their motivation and support I was able to score good as well as be a Ladies Representative of the class, member of anti-raging committee and coordinator of T & P cell of university.”

Hardik Patel, BCA, Infosys - 2015 PARUL AT ITS BEST!! May it be the course, the ambience, the trainers, or the most happening group of student. No words to describe what Parul institute of Computer Application has given to me… I would like to write whole book on BCA faculties but they deserve much better than these. I really appreciate all your efforts for getting best out of me due to which I could manage to get recruited at Infosys. And promise to make you even more proud.

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Placements

During the tenure of study, students undergo rigorous training at various industries. Project training is an important phase in MCA studies. Software project development involves part or all phases of System Development Life Cycle (SDLC). Several students have obtained project/job placements at various IT/non-IT organizations including TCS, Wipro, SLS, L&T, GNFC, ESSAR, ELECON etc.

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Academic Sessions

New Academic sessions begin in month of July / August. Academic sessions provide a platform to enhance students visit to campus and learn about their chosen field of study. Day begins with taking blessing from almighty, Saraswati Vandana followed by theory and practical sessions. Academic sessions comprise of not only technical aspects but also improvement of communication skills. To enhance subject knowledge various seminar and workshops are conducted throughout the session. State of art library with latest edition of books are available.

Prof. Sneha Suman presenting session using Google Classroom

IQAC Meeting conducted by Dr. Priya R. Swaminarayan, Principal, PICA with Staff members of BCA department for quality assurance

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Anti Ragging Details

Every Institution has an Anti Ragging Cell to which all complaints of ragging can be filed. The cell is headed by the Principal / Director of the College with senior staff members and student representatives as members. Department of MCA

Anti Ragging committee Head / Anti Ragging Squad

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Department of BCA

Anti Ragging committee Head / Anti Ragging Squad

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Mentoring “Mentoring is to support and encourage students manage their own learning in order that they may maximize their potential, develop their skills, improve their performance and become the person they want to be." Eric Parsloe, The Oxford School of Coaching and mentoring. Students who avail right & timely mentoring have greater chance of securing greater career advancement. Department of MCA Mentor Coordinator: Prof. Rucha Patel

List of Mentors

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Prof. Charmee Naik mentoring the student

Department of BCA

List of Mentors

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Women's Development Cell

The Women's Development Cell will also serve as women's grievance redressal cell. Parul University, organized a one day workshop “Power of Women” under women’s th development cell on 8 March, 2016 for women progress; aims to create unique work culture and promote the all around development of women. Students get ample opportunities to let out their creative energies and develop skills through sporting events, cultural events, college festivals, debates, inter college competitions, etc.

Krishnapriya won prize in Debate competition in Women's day celebration.

a. Internal Complaints Committee University has well defined internal complaints committee. Any complaint of sexual harassment can be filed with this Committee. Committee Members

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b. Complaints regarding Caste based Discrimination The University has established a system in which any discrimination done on the basis of caste can be complained to the Director of the College or office of the Registrar. c. Grievance Redressal Cell The University has established a Grievance Redressal Cell and nominated an OMBUDSMAN to whom any complaint against the University can be taken. Prof. D. M. Patel is the OMBUDSMAN.

Committee Members

Head, Applied Science Department

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Academic Rules And Regulations Department of MCA ADMISSIONS: Admission to regular MCA Programme: A candidate to be eligible for admission to MCA shall have passed in any Degree with Mathematics/ Statistics as one of the subjects from a recognized university. Admission to Lateral MCA Programme: A candidate may be admitted to the Second Year of MCA programme through Lateral Entry provided the candidate possesses a BCA /B.Sc (IT/Computer Science)/BCS from a recognized university. Duration of Academic Programmes: MCA Regular: 3 years MCA Lateral Entry: 2 years Maximum duration allowed: 2 years after completion of minimum prescribed duration Glimpses of Academic Rules • Students have to be regular as 75 % attendance is compulsory for each subject. • Each course in MCA programme shall be evaluated for a total of 100 marks. • A student to be eligible for appearing in Semester End Examination shall score a minimum of 50% in CE as well as in Mid Term Examination. • Progression Rule: • Students who are having no backlogs or maximum 6 (Six) backlogs in preceding semesters can appear in next semester. Examination System and Evaluation Each course in MCA programme shall be evaluated for a total of 100 marks (or as specified under teaching and examination scheme) as follows: Continuous Evaluation (CE): 20% Marks. 5 % marks for attendance (minimum 75%). 15% marks shall be awarded based on the performance ofstudents. 20% marks for Mid Term Examination. 60% marks for End Semester Examination.

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Department of BCA ADMISSIONS: Admission to regular BCA & IMCA Course: A candidate to be eligible for admission to BCA should have passed in the 10+2 examination conducted by the Government of Gujarat or any equivalent examination. Duration of Academic Programmes: BCA: 3 years IMCA: 5 years Maximum duration allowed: 2 years after completion of minimum prescribed duration Glimpses of Academic Rules · Students have to be regular as 75 % attendance is compulsory for each subject. · Each course in BCA / IMCA programme shall be evaluated for a total of 100 marks. · A student to be eligible for appearing in Semester End Examination shall score a minimum of 40% in CE as well as in Mid Term Examination. ·

Progression Rule for BCA & IMCA: · Students who are having Maximum 4 (Four) Backlogs in Semester 1 and 2 can appear for semester 3 examination. · Students who are having Maximum 3(Three) Backlogs in the immediately preceding semesters can appear for next semester examinations.

Examination System and Evaluation Each course in BCA & IMCA programme shall be evaluated for a total of 100 marks (or as specified under teaching and examination scheme) as follows: Continuous Evaluation (CE): 40% Marks End Semester Exam (ESE): 60% Marks. 5 % marks for attendance (minimum 75%). 15% marks shall be awarded based on the performance of students in different components. 20% marks for Mid Term Examination. 60% marks for End Semester Examination.

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