Infosys Foundation Teams Up with INAE to Redefine Future of Engineering Education

Infosys Foundation has signed a four-year MoU with INAE to transform engineering education in India. The partnership will offer students quality internships and project mentorship through INAE.

Infosys Foundation, the philanthropic and CSR arm of Infosys, has signed a four-year MoU with the Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE) to revolutionise engineering education in India. Through this collaboration, the initiative will focus on upskilling educators associated with INAE and offering students quality internships and project mentorship. With a commitment of over INR 38 crore, Infosys Foundation aims to elevate the standards of training for engineering professionals and institutions across the country.

This initiative will empower educators to upskill through a blend of in-person and virtual training, enhancing their technical expertise, classroom management skills, and student engagement strategies. As part of the program, INAE will offer project-based internships and year-long mentorships to B.Tech and B.E. students, equipping them with critical technical and professional skills to improve their employability. Approximately 600 accomplished mentors from leading academic institutions in India will mentor over 2,000 teachers and 1,700 students, fostering excellence in engineering education.

Prof. Indranil Manna, INAE, said, “We thank Infosys Foundation for helping us take forward our mission to raise the quality and credibility of the engineering education ecosystem in India. By bridging the gap between academia and industry through practical learning and educator development, we aim to inspire a new generation of talent, a refreshed engineering curriculum and teaching methodologies.”

Sumit Virmani, Trustee, Infosys Foundation, said, “Our collaboration with INAE furthers Infosys Foundation’s commitment to shaping the future of education in India. By working with INAE, we hope to empower educators with the right set of teaching skills, and provide students with real-world learning experiences through internships, and meaningful guidance from mentors that will collectively contribute towards boosting employability of the engineering workforce in India.”

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