PACE NEXT is the officially registered Alumni association of P. A. College of Engineering. The association got registered under the Karnataka Societies Registration Act 17, 1960. Alumni Association creates and maintains a life-long connection between the Institute and its alumni. Anyone who has completed four academic years as a student at P. A. College of Engineering is eligible for life membership. The general body meeting was held on 1st April, 2017. The new office bearers and the association was restructured in the presence of College Officials and Alumni’s.
(2004 Batch– CS)Co-Founder and Chief Technology Officer
Novigo Solutions Pvt.
Ltd.
My name is Mohamad Hanif, 2004 CS Batch, and I was graciously allowed to act as PACENEXT Alumni Association president.
Holding fond memories of my college days, I tried to maintain a connection with people from that period of my life. Not long ago, we had a Alumni association meeting, and other than sharing old memories, we also discussed our plans to grow our alumni network. This idea excited me as I thought it might rekindle old ties. Through taking part in the alumni association, you will be able to cultivate your network. We hope to build a community to help better utilize your skill set, meet prospective mentors, partners and clients, and gain access to the necessary resources that will foster your career development. A young member will use the collective expertise of the alumnus for advice and personal growth.
Hopefully, this will turn into a place where we can share ideas, discuss opportunities, and create a network to manifest our full potentials.
1.Get access to your own people
2.Make a positive impact in the society
3.Continue your association with the college
4.Have Fun
| Name & Current Role | Photo |
|---|---|
| Mohammed Hanif President BATCH – 2000 CSE Co-Founder and CTO at Novigo Solutions Pvt. Ltd. |  |
| Prof Nishant Narayanan Vice President 1 BATCH – 2003 ECE Assistant Professor in Dept. of CSE at PACE |  |
| Mr. Abdul Rauf Vice President 2 BATCH – 2004 ECE Entrepreneur |  |
| Prof. Mohammed Saleem Secretary Batch : 2013 M-Tech DCN Assistant Professor in Dept. of ECE at PACE. |  |
| Prof. Mohammed Fayaz Joint Secretary Batch : 2010 MBA Assistant Professor Govt. Arts and Science College, Karwar. |  |
| Ms. Ruhia Hussain Joint Secretary Batch : 2012 ECE GM Corporate Communications at Anti-Pollution Drive Foundation, Mangalore |  |
| Prof. Habeeb Ur Rehman Treasurer Batch : 2006 TE Assistant Professor in Dept. of CSE at PACE. |  |
| Mrs. Chandana B.R Member 1 Batch : 2000 ECE Assistant Professor of Dept. of ECE at PACE. |  |
| Mr. Marzook Member 2 Batch : 2010 CE Current Role : Civil Engineer KSA |  |
| Mrs. Sahana Babinth Member 3 Batch : 2000 ECE Homemaker and stock market portfolio management. |  |
| Prof Ganesh Pai Member 4 Batch : 2002 ISE Assistant Professor in Dept. of CSE at NMAMIT, Nitte |  |
| Mr. Abdul Razzak M.P Member 5 BATCH – 2005 ECE Principal of Peace Public School, Manjeshwar, Founder & CEO of Raise Institute, Uppala. |  |
| Prof. Zoheb Ali – Member 6 BATCH: 2008 MBA Assistant Professor in Dept. of MBA at PACE. |  |
| Prof. Mohammed Hafeez M.K Member 7 Batch : ISE 2003 Assistant Professor in Dept. of CS at PACE |  |
| Mr. Ameen Member 8 Batch : MBA 2011 Director, Dept. of MBA, PACE |  |
| Mrs. Shafinaz Ismail Member Batch : 2000 CSE Admission officer at PACE. |  |
P. A. College of Engineering is proud to announce that its alumni team, PACE FC, secured the runner-up position at the prestigious Engineering Premier League held in Sharjah, UAE on October 27, 2024.
The Engineering Premier League brought together talented teams from various engineering institutions across the region, providing a platform for friendly competition and showcasing exceptional skills. PACE FC demonstrated exceptional teamwork, strategy, and sportsmanship throughout the tournament. Their dedication and passion for the game earned them a well-deserved spot in the finals. By securing the runner-up position, PACE FC has brought laurels to P. A. College of Engineering, reaffirming the institution's commitment to fostering excellence beyond academics.
On 6th September 2024, Mr. Asif Musthafa Baig, an esteemed alumnus of P.A. College of Engineering from the 2014 Electronics and Communication (EC) batch, and currently serving as Technology Lead at IBM ISDL, visited the college and interacted with the second-year EC students.
During his interaction, Mr. Baig shared his inspiring journey from being a student at P. A. College to his current role at IBM, providing students with valuable insights into the real-world applications of the skills and knowledge gained during their academic years. He emphasized the importance of project-based learning as a key component in building practical expertise and staying relevant in the fast-evolving field of electronics and communication.
In addition, Mr. Baig highlighted the significance of internships, encouraging students to actively seek internship opportunities to bridge the gap between academia and industry.
The session concluded with an interactive Q&A, where students asked questions about career growth, technical challenges, and industry expectations. Mr. Baig patiently addressed their queries, leaving the students motivated and better informed about their future prospects in the EC domain.
As a gesture of appreciation, Mr. Baig was honoured by the in-charge HOD, Prof. Mohammad Hussain K. The event was coordinated by Prof. Mohammed Saleem, and Dr. Mohammed Zakir was also present to grace the occasion.
The Alumni Meet of P. A. College of Engineering (PACE) and P. A. First Grade College (PAFGC) was held on August 10, 2024, at the PACE Auditorium, attended by distinguished guests, including Mr. Abdul Latif, Trustee of PAET, Mr. Omar Sinaph, President of PVS Nolwood, Inc., USA, and Managing Director of PVS Chemicals, Belgium, Mr. K. M. Haneef, Former Director (Administration) of PAET, Mr. Yajnesh Talapady, Co-Founder and CEO of FareFirst, and an alumnus of PACE, Mr. Abdulla Favas, Managing Partner of Janatha PLY, and an alumnus of PAFGC, Mr. Shakib, alumnus of PAFGC, Prof. Prakash Shetty, former faculty member of PACE, Mr. Nishant N., former faculty member of PACE, Dr. Ramis M.K., Principal of PACE, Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal and Head of the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at PACE, Mr. Sharfuddin, AGM of P.A. Educational Trust, and Dr. Surfraz J. Hasim, Principal of PAFGC.
Mr. K.M. Haneef fondly reminisced about his early days as the first employee of the institution and expressed his ongoing dedication to its growth. Alumni from both colleges, including Mr. Yajnesh Talapady and Mr. Abdulla Favas, shared their inspiring journeys and success stories. Former faculty members of PACE, including Prof. Prakash Shetty and Mr. Nishant N., reflected on their past experiences and committed to supporting the institution in the future.
Dr. Ramis M.K. presented plans for upcoming alumni activities, including the Grand PACE Alumni Meet to celebrate the college's silver jubilee. The event was coordinated by Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman, Prof. Mohammed Saleem, and Prof. Zoheb Ali, with Mr. Nazim serving as the Master of Ceremonies, skillfully hosting the event, introducing dignitaries, inviting speakers to share their thoughts, and keeping the audience engaged throughout the event with his wit and charm.
On May 30, 2024, the ECE department hosted Mr. Mohammed Rashad, a Senior Technology Analyst at Infosys Mangalore and an alumnus of the EC Department (2015 batch). He shared his industry experience with 2nd and 3rd-year students, highlighting the skills and knowledge that contributed to his success.
Mr. Rashad emphasized the importance of staying up-to-date with industry trends, developing problem-solving skills, and building a strong foundation in programming. The interaction concluded with a Q&A session, providing students with valuable insights into the industry.
The ECE department expressed its gratitude to Mr. Rashad for his time and inspiration, and the session proved to be a great opportunity for students to learn from an accomplished alumnus.
On 13 May 2024, the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at P. A. College of Engineering hosted a technical talk featuring alumni Mr. Roshan, a prominent figure in the software development industry. The session, which attracted a large number of students, focused on software development best practices and strategies for successfully cracking technical interviews.
Mr. Roshan began by emphasizing the importance of understanding fundamental programming concepts and continually honing coding skills. He highlighted the significance of writing clean, readable, and maintainable code, including following naming conventions, proper indentation, and avoiding overly complex logic. He also underscored the importance of using version control systems like Git, explaining how these tools help manage code changes, facilitate collaboration, and maintain a history of the project's development. He advocated for thorough testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and end-to-end tests, to identify bugs early and ensure software reliability. Additionally, he emphasized adopting agile methodologies such as Scrum and Kanban to enhance flexibility, improve team collaboration, and lead to better project management. Mr. Roshan encouraged students to engage in continuous learning through online courses, workshops, and coding challenges to keep up with the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
In the second part of his talk, Mr. Roshan shared valuable insights and strategies for acing technical interviews. He stressed the necessity of having a strong grasp of basic data structures and algorithms, knowing how to implement and optimize them to solve complex problems during interviews. He recommended using platforms like LeetCode, HackerRank, and CodeSignal to practice coding problems regularly, which helps improve problem-solving speed and accuracy. He advised students to participate in mock interviews to simulate the actual interview environment, reduce anxiety, and improve communication skills. For senior-level positions, he highlighted the importance of understanding system design, suggesting that students study system design concepts and practice designing scalable systems. Besides technical knowledge, Mr. Roshan emphasized the importance of soft skills such as communication, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities, noting that interviewers often assess candidates on their ability to explain their thought process and collaborate effectively.
The talk concluded with an engaging Q&A session where students had the opportunity to ask Mr. Roshan about his career journey, specific technical challenges, and industry trends. His responses were both informative and inspiring, providing attendees with a clearer understanding of what it takes to succeed in the field of software development.
The Kaushal 24 Project Competition on May 3, 2024, at the Multipurpose Hall of P. A. College of Engineering was witnessed by an active involvement of PACENext Alumni Members. Organized by the ISTE PACE Chapter in association with IEI, IEEE, ASME-PACE Chapter, and under the patronage of Mr. Abdulla Ibrahim, Managing Trustee of PAET, the event showcased outstanding projects and celebrated innovation.
Kaushal 24 commenced with a vibrant inauguration ceremony at 9:30 AM in the Novel Lab, graced by the presence of all Heads of Departments, Coordinators and External Judges which included members from PACENext Alumni Association Mr. Mohammed Irfan MA, Senior Consultant at Synopsys - DevSecOps, Bangalore,
Mr. Hasir Abdulla, Salesforce Developer, Department of Finance, Ajman, UAE and Rumais Abdulla, DevSecOps Engineer at SecIQ, Bangalore.
Throughout the day, a panel of expert judges meticulously evaluated a total of 54 projects, representing a diverse range of fields and disciplines. The other esteemed judges included: Dr. Lawrence Joseph Fernandes, Associate Professor, Department of Mechanical Engineering, SCEM, Mangalore,
Mr. Mohammed Shahid, Team Lead, Novigo Solutions, Mangalore,
Mr. Mohammad Sheraz, Programmer Analyst, Novigo Solutions, Mangalore,
Dr. Sanjith S Anchan, Assistant Professor, NIE Mysore and
Ashalatha.A, Assistant Professor, , P.A First Grade College, Mangalore.
After thorough deliberation, 12 projects were recognized for their exceptional creativity, innovation, and impact.
The valedictory function, held at 2:30 PM, was presided over by Dr. Ramis M.K., Principal of P.A College of Engineering, and welcomed by Prof. Afsar Baig, Co-Convenor of Kaushal 24. The program was graced by the presence of Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal, P.A College of Engineering, Heads of Departments, Judges, Faculty Members, Final Year Students, and Mr. Sharafuddin P. K., AGM Campus, P.A Educational Trust, the esteemed Guest of Honor.
Dr. Farhan Zameer, Chief Scientific Officer, Alvas Education Foundation, the Chief Guest of the function, delivered a truly inspiring address during the valedictory function. He emphasized the paramount importance of nurturing innovation, creativity, and outside-the-box thinking. Dr. Zameer articulated how individuals can cultivate 'Kaushal', the skill, and encouraged participants to persistently pursue their passions, transforming their ideas into tangible realities through unwavering dedication and sacrifice. His words resonated deeply, instilling a renewed sense of purpose and determination within the audience. The winners and organisers were felicitated during the program.
The vote of thanks was delivered by Dr. Praveen Suvarna, Convenor of Kaushal 24, expressing gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the event.
On March 7, 2023, an essential awareness session titled "Cyber Theft Awareness:Awareness on Cyber Theft and OTP Scams" was organized by P. A. College of Engineering in collaboration with PACENEXT Alumni Association and Konaje Police Station. The event, held at the City Ground in front of BCC Hall, Deralakatte, aimed to educate the community about the growing threat of cyber theft and OTP scams.
Esteemed guests included notable dignitaries such as Mr. Sharfuddin, AGM (Campus) of P.A Educational Trust (R.); Mr. Ravindra C. M., Circle Inspector of Konaje Police Station; Dr. Sayyad Ameen Ahammad, Dean (Student Affairs) of PA Education Trust (R.); Mr. Puneet Gowankar, Sub Inspector of Konaje Police Station; Mr. Yajnesh Talapady, President of PACENEXT; Ms. Raziya, President of Belma Gram Panchayat; and Ms. Dhanya, Assistant Commissioner of Police, Mangalore South. The session commenced with the rendition of the state anthem, followed by a warm welcome address by Mr. Yajnesh Talapady. Expert talks were delivered by Mr.Mohammed Saifuddin, Assistant Professor at PACE, and Mr. Puneet Gowankar, Sub Inspector from Konaje Police Station, shedding light on the intricacies of cyber theft and OTP scams. Dr. Ramis M. K, Principal of PACE, delivered the presidential remarks, emphasizing the importance of such awareness initiatives. The esteemed guests were honored with mementos as a token of gratitude. Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal of PACE, extended the vote of thanks, expressing gratitude to all attendees and contributors. The event concluded with the national anthem, symbolizing unity and patriotism. Notably, students from P. A. College of Engineering, alongside members of the public and students from schools in Deralakatte, actively participated in this enlightening event, underscoring the significance of collective efforts in combating cyber threats. The program was coordinated by Prof. Habeeb Ur Rehman & Prof. Mohammed Saleem.
PACE Next, the Alumni Association of P. A. College of Engineering in collaboration with Department of Civil Engineering and Department of Mechanical Engineering, organized an insightful event titled "Decoding Success, Navigation to Civil Service Exams" on 22nd Feb 2204. The session featured notable alumni Mr. Muhammad Safeer UA and Mr. Syed Zeeshan as guest speakers.
Mr. Muhammad Safeer U.A., emphasized the significance of participating in civil service exams and other entrance examinations, while Mr. Syed Zeeshan provided guidance on the application process and other procedures required to take these exams. The interactive Q&A session facilitated meaningful exchanges between the speakers and attendees, offering guidance on career choices and exam preparation techniques.
Overall, the event served as a beacon of inspiration and guidance, showcasing the dedication of the college, its alumni, and the collaborating departments in shaping the future of aspiring professionals. The occasion was embraced with the presence of Dr. Sharmila Kumari-Vice Principal, Dr. Sayed Ameen Ahamed, Dean Student Affairs, Dr. Palakshappa HOD-Civil Department, Dr. Prashanth Pai, HOD-Mechanical Department, Prof. Mohammad Saleem, Secretary- PACE Next, and Prof. Habeeb Ur Rehman, Treasurer-PACE Next were present. Dr. Abdul Razak and Prof. Safa Sana were the co-ordinators of the program.
Alumni meeting of P. A. College of Engineering, Bengaluru-Chapter was organized by PACE NEXT Alumni Association on 3rd June, 2023, at Hotel Empire, Koramangala, Bengaluru.Alumni from various batches, In-house alumni members, placement representatives and Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal-PACE attended the meeting.
Following topics were discussed:
PACE Alumni Hashir Abdulla, a Salesforce Developer and Full Stack Developer at the Department of Finance-Ajman, delivered a comprehensive webinar titled Low- Code Technologies, on Jan 2, 2024. The program was organised by PACENext, the Alumni Association of PACE in association with IEEE Computer Society under the aegis of Institution's Innovation Council. Hashir emphasized the role of low-code platforms in simplifying application development, making it accessible to those with limited programming experience. He stressed the significance of foundational programming and database knowledge, recommending online courses, certifications, and hands-on projects for practical proficiency. The program was coordinated by Prof Muhammad Saifuddeen from the Department of CSE, and Embed Club President Muaadh extended a warm welcome and a vote of thanks to the resource speaker.
Mr. Jashmeer, a distinguished PACE Alumni, at the Qatar Central Ministry Laboratory, was felicitated at a recent gathering organized by the PACE Alumni Qatar Chapter, for his active contributions to the Qatar PACE Alumni Chapter. Renowned for his dual roles as a Qatar cricket player and football commentator, he was a shining star in the Indian community. During recent World Football, in the Middle East, Jashmeer was a commentator in Malayalam language for a news channel.
The unveiling of the poster for the PACE KNOWLEDGE CITY ALUMNI GLOBAL MEET took place online during the Alumni Reunion of P. A. College of Engineering & P. A. First Grade College on August 19, 2023, at the PACE Auditorium. The poster launch occurred in the esteemed presence of Mr. Abdul Latif, Trustee of PAET.
Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal-PACE, Dr. Surfraz J. Hasim, Principal-PAFGC, Distinguished Guests of Alumni Meet, faculty members and alumni from both PACE and PAFGC were present during this occasion. Additionally, the poster unveiling was witnessed by numerous alumni based in the Middle East through Google Meet.
The Alumni Meet of P. A. College of Engineering & P. A. First Grade College was held on 19th August, 2023, at PACE Auditorium. The dignitaries for the day were Mr. Abdul Latif, Trustee, PAET, Mr. K.M Haneef, Former Director (Administration) PAET, Dr. Rashmi Kodikkal, Professor-Graphic Era University & Former faculty member- PACE, Dr. Sarojini B. K., Chairperson-Department of Industrial Chemistry, Mangalore University & Former faculty member-PACE, Dr. Anjum Khan, Head- Department of Basic Science, BIT & Former faculty member-PACE, Dr. Wajeeda Bano, Assistant Professor-Department of Economics, Mangalore University Former & Principal-PAFGC, Mr. Yajnesh Talapady, Co-Founder & CEO-FareFirst & Alumni PACE, Mr. Shafeer U.A., Founder & Director-Aspirants Hub IAS Academy, Bangalore& Alumni PACE, Mr. Abdulla Favas, Managing Partner-Janatha PLY & Alumni PAFGC, Dr. Ramis M.K., Principal-PACE, Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal and Head, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Mr. Ahmed Kutty, Finance Director, Mr. Sharfuddin, AGM, P.A. Educational Trust, Mr. Haris T. D., Purchase Manager-PAET, and Dr. Surfraz J. Hasim, Principal-PAFGC.
Mr. K.M Haneef, fondly recollected his initial days as the first employee and expressed his unwavering support and contribution to the Institution's growth.
Alumni members of PACE, Mr. Yajnesh & Mr. Shafeer U.A., as well as Alumni members of PAFGC, Mr. Abdulla Favas & Mr. Shakib, shared their inspiring experiences and success stories.
Former faculty members of PACE, including Dr. Sarojini B. K., Dr. Rashmi Kodikkal & Dr. Anjum Khan, along with the Former Principal of PAFGC, Dr. Wajeeda Bano, reminisced about their past and pledged their ongoing support for the future.
Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal, provided an overview of upcoming alumni plans, including the PACE ALUMNI GLOBAL MEET scheduled for October 15, 2023, at PACE MODERN BRITISH SCHOOL, DUBAI, during his Presidential address.
Dr. Asiya Hazareena, Associate Professor, Department of Electronics & Communication, welcomed the gathering and Prof. Deepthi Udyavar, Vice Principal PAFGC, proposed the Vote of Thanks.
Heads of Departments, Alumni form PACE & PAFGC, former faculty members, members from Teaching and Non-Teaching Fraternity, and supporting staffs graced the occasion. Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman, Prof. Mohammed Saleem & Prof. Zoheb Ali coordinated the program and Mr. Nazim compeered the program.
The meeting of the organizing committee for the Global Meet of PACE KNOWLEDGE CITY ALUMNI scheduled for October 15, 2023 was conducted online on August 12, 2023, with participation of Alumni of P.A College of Engineering and P.A First Grade College, from the Middle East. The meeting decided to launch the poster for Global Meet on the Aug 19, Alumni Event @6 PM in PACE Auditorium. It was also decided to ensure the participation of Alumni Members across the globe for this Launch Event either offline/online.
Dr. Ramis M.K, Principal, P. A. College of Engineering and Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman, Coordinator, PACENEXT (Alumni Association PACE) Coordinator were present during the meeting. The meeting proposed the Organisation Committee for the Global Meet with representation from all regions and entrusted Mr. Habeeb Ur Rahman and Mr. Haneef to finalize the same.
The meeting of the organizing committee for the Annual Alumni Meet and Family Gathering scheduled for Aug 19, 2023 was conducted online on August 11, 2023, with an overwhelming participation of Alumni of P. A. College of Engineering and P. A. First Grade College. Alumni members, across batches and regions were present. The meeting also witnessed the release of poster for the August 19 th Alumni Event.
Dr. Ramis M.K, Principal, P. A. College of Engineering and Dr. Surfraz J. Hasim, Principal, P. A. First Grade College were present. Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman, PACENEXT (Alumni Association PACE) Coordinator, Prof. Deepti Udyavar, PAFGC Alumni Association Convenor moderated the program.
The Alumni Executive meeting of PACE & PAFGC was held at PACE CAMPUS in blended mode (Offline & Online) on 8 th August 2023, at 2pm. The alumni members from Saudi Arabia, UAE, and Qatar attended the meeting through online mode. The in-house alumni members of PACE & PAFGC, alumni from various batches, Dr. Ramis M.K, Principal, P. A. College of Engineering and Dr. Surfraz J. Hasim, Principal, P. A. First Grade College were present in the meeting.
The Feasibility of adding all alumni to 1 group, creating regulations for the group, connecting all alumni across regions and batches, identifying coordinators for each group were discussed in the meeting. It was decided to have an online meeting of Middle East alumni members for discussion about Global Alumni meet at UAE on 15 th Oct., 2023.
The information of Alumni gathering at PACE campus on 19 th August was given in the meeting. Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman & Prof. Mohammed Saleem moderated the meeting.
Alumni Meeting of P. A. College of Engineering and P. A. First Grade College was held on 2 nd August, 2023 in Srinivas Hotel, GHS Road, Mangaluru. Alumni from various batches, in-house alumni members and alumni coordinators of PACE & PAFGC attended the meeting. Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal-PACE, Dr. Surfraz J Hasim, Principal-PAFGC and Dr. Sayed Ameen, Dean-PAET were present.
It was decided to form an executive committee by identifying alumni from the UAE and the Qatar for further discussions & planning of Global Alumni meet to be held at UAE on 15 th October, 2023. Further, a meeting is scheduled on 8 th August, 2023 in PACE campus for discussion post lunch session. Notable alumni staying in UAE shall be identified and called for the meeting through online.
It was decided to form a community / group to connect all the alumni members of all the institutions under PAET under the name “PACE Knowledge City”. Mr. Fawaz from PAFGC, Mr. Haneef from MBA and Mr. Habeeb from Engineering shall coordinate to form the community.
The schedule and planning of annual alumni gathering scheduled on 19th August, 2023 ay PACE Auditorium from 5:00pm – 8:00pm was also discussed in the meeting.
The meeting concluded with vote of thanks by Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman.
Mr Yajneesh, Co-Founder, Fare First Technologies and Alumni of PACE, addressed the students during the felicitation of Ms. Feenah Hakeem and Ms. Harshitha N Settygar for securing 5th rank and 6th rank, respectively in VTU in BE Biotechnology for the academic year 2022-2023 on 8th August 2023 at PACE Auditorium, P. A. College of Engineering Mangaluru. Mr Yajneesh in his address, encouraged students to become the next Ms. Feenah Hakeem and Ms. Harshitha N Settygar from PACE. Mr. Fawaz, PAFGC Alumni was also present during the program.
The other dignitaries for the day were Mr. Sarfuddin, AGM, P.A. Educational Trust, Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal-PACE, Dr. Surfraz J. Hashim Principal-PAFGC, Dr. Saleemulla Khan Principal-PACP, Dr. Sajeesh Regunathan, Principal-PAIP, Prof K.P. Soofie, Principal-PAPT, Dr Sayyad Amen, Dean (SA) & Director-MBA, Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice-principal and Dr. Krishna Prasad N, Head Department of Biotechnology Engineering.
Alumni meeting of P. A. College of Engineering, Bengaluru-Chapter was organized by PACE NEXT Alumni Association on 3rd June, 2023, at Hotel Empire, Koramangala, Bengaluru.Alumni from various batches, In-house alumni members, placement representatives and Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal-PACE attended the meeting.
Following topics were discussed:
PACE Alumni gathering of the Jeddah Wing of KSA Chapter was conducted in Season's Restaurant Jeddah, Saudi Arabia on 23 rd April 2023 at 7:30pm in the presence of Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal, PACE. Dr. Jalaluddeen M. V., Senior Orthopaedic Consultant, Mangalore was the Chief Guest of the program. The attendees had a very fruitful engagement with the dignitaries on the Alumni Alma mater Engagement Strategies. The meeting also reviewed the decisions of the PACENEXT Alumni Committee conducted in Mangalore on 22 nd March and extended every support to all upcoming events.
It was proposed to have an Alumni Meet of PAFGC and PACE in Riyadh tentatively towards mid of July. Also it was suggested to keep the PACE GLOBAL MEET in Dubai very adjacent to GITEX GLOBAL (October 16-20). A meeting of PACE UAE Chapter can be scheduled shortly in Dubai to finalize the modalities of PACE GLOBAL MEET.
Dr. Ramis M. K., encouraged all the members to visit PACE Campus and have fruitful engagement with the present students for knowledge & expertise sharing. He also explained about the objective of PACENEXT ALUMNI ANNUAL MEET which will be conducted on the Evening of Graduation Day (Mid of August every year) in PACE Campus. Dr. Jalaluddeen M. V., in his interaction urged the members to be the ambassadors of the Founder Chairman, Dr. P. A. Ibrahim Haji's mission, of establishing an Educational System where there is no compromise on Quality and Ethical Values.
It was also proposed to have regional gathering of all PACE Alumni Chapters across the globe before the PACE GLOBAL Meet. Mr. Shahid Malayil, CEO - CDE (Creative Design Arabia IT Co.), Convenor, PACE KSA-Jeddah ALUMNI CHAPTER and Mr. Mohammed Fayiz, (Internal Audit Manager-Panda Retail Company),Convenor, PAFGC KSA-Jeddah ALUMNI CHAPTER, Mr. Habeeb Ur Rahman, Coordinator, PACENEXT coordinated the event.
Department of Mechanical Engineering organized an interactive session with PACE Alumni Mr. Ibrahim Thajir and Mr. Salman Farish, from Expertise Contracting Company, Saudi Arabia. They delivered a talk on ‘Career Opportunities in Oil and Gas Sector’ on 24th May 2023 at 3pm in Mechanical Engineering Lecture Hall G28. Final and third year students of mechanical engineering were the target audience.
They highlighted the job opportunities for mechanical engineers in petrochemical sector in the areas of erection, maintenance and process handling. They also explained the safety precautions required and the prerequisite knowledge base one should have to find a career in the oil and gas sector. Principal, Dr. Ramis M K., HOD, Dr. Prashanth Pai M, teaching and non- teaching faculty members of the department were present during the session. Prof. C V Pujar welcomed the gathering and Dr. Maruthi Prashanth B H proposed the vote of thanks.
P. A. College of Engineering in association with PACE-Next Alumni association, IIC and CSI organized an interactive session on “Emerging Careers in IT Sector” for third year students of Department of Computer Science and Engineering on May 19, 2023. Alumni resource persons for the event were Mr. Sameer Sayyed, second batch IS alumnus who is currently working as Senior Consultant at Cognizant, Toronto Canada and Mr. Aftab Ahmed, second batch EC alumnus who is Specialist in Security at Microsoft.
Mr Sameer. Sayyed and Mr Aftab Ahmed addressed 3rd year CS students and briefed various career opportunities in IT sector. Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal-PACE, Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal-PACE, Prof. Hussain, HOD-ECE, Prof. Habeeb Ur Rahman, Coordinator-PACENEXT and Prof. Zakir, Branch Counsellor-IEEE Student Chapter, were present. The interactive session was very well appreciated by the students.
The Entrepreneurship Development Cell (EDC), Institution Innovation Council (IIC) & PACE-IEEE Students Branch, in association with PACE Alumni Association (PACE NEXT) and Ignited Minds of Electronics (IME) conducted an Interactive session with PACE alumni on "Entrepreneurship and Innovation in Electronics Industry" on 19th May, 2023. The resource person was Mr. Zakiulla, Founder & Director, GRAYLOGIX Embedded Software and Hardware solutions, Bangalore.
Prof. Mohammad Hussain, HOD, Electronics & Communication Engineering, PACE, introduced the resource person. The resource person, Mr. Zakiulla, shared his experience as an entrepreneur and explained about the sequence of process in IC manufacturing Industry. He also motivated the students by emphasising the scope and importance of Electronics & Communication Engineering in the present and future.
Prof. Mohammed Zakir and Prof. Litti Mathew coordinated the program. All the students of VI semester and staff members of Electronics & Communication Engineering participated in the programme.
Mr. Fail Ahmed Palayatt, 2008 -batch CS alumni of P. A. College Engineering was awarded with "Emerging Star Award" by Business awards event by youth India initiative to inspire youth with stories of entrepreneurship held in Dammam KSA on 12 th March, 2023. Mr. Fadil is the Executive Director of PALMATE TECHNOLOGIES.
“Kunafa Se Munafa-the Journey”, an interactive session was organized by, P. A. College of Engineering, Mangalore in association with the Entrepreneur Development Cell (EDC – PACE), Institute Innovation Council (IIC-PACE) and Alumni Association (PACENext) on 16 th May, 2023 at 10:45am in PACE Multipurpose Hall. Mr. Zamzeer Ahamed & Mrs. Jameela Ruhi (Founder Kunafa World) were the chief guests of the session. The session witnessed the participation of more than 90 students along with faculties of various Departments. The resource person addressed the students about the importance, significance and skills about Entrepreneurship.
The Session commenced with the recitation of Holy Quran by Prof. Saifuddin, Dept. of CSE. Prof. Faisal, Head-CPOD, introduced the resource person and anchored the entire event. Prof. Mohammed Hafeez M.K., Coordinator-EDC, Prof. Habeeb Ur Rehman, Coordinator- PACENext (Alumni Association), Dr. Sayed Abdulhayan, Coordinator-IIC, were the staff coordinators of the event. This was followed by an interactive session with Mr. Zamzeer Ahamed and Mrs. Jamila Ruhi, where the students and faculty members inquisitively asked various queries regarding their journey to the Kunafa World. All the Queries were promptly answered by Mr. Zamzeer Ahamed and Mrs. Jameela Ruhi which encouraged and nurtured the entrepreneurship mindset of the student in their bussing careers.
Shark Tank series was explored by resource persons to explain about investment and fund raising for startups. Various instances in course of time from the entrepreneurship journey were explained as experiences by Resource person to audience. How to manage the personnel life with the corporate sector along with personality development achievement was discussed in interactive session.
Finally, the interactive session was concluded with the presidential remarks by the Dr. Ramis M.K., Principal-PACE.
Alumni Meeting of P. A. College of Engineering was held on 22nd March, 2023 in Srinivas Hotel, GHS Road, Mangaluru. Alumni from various batches, in-house alumni members and Heads of various departments attended the meeting. Principal Dr. Ramis M. K. presided the meeting.
While discussing on alumni engagement strategy, Mr. Arkaan proposed to conduct Hackathon for 1st and 2nd year EC /CS students. It was decided to have the Hackathon during last week of May and Mr. Arkaan shall coordinate with Mr. Yajnesh & Mr. Malik. It was planned to have tinkering lab sessions by Mr. Mohammed Sadhiq during the month of June/July. Mr. Malik proposed for conducting a workshop for final year CS students during the last week of April.
It was informed that, from the academic year 2021-2022 onwards it is decided to conduct alumni meet during the graduation day every year. It was already conducted during the last graduation day-22.
Discussion on PACE ALUMNI GLOBAL MEET and recognizing / felicitating various notable Alumni was also discussed.
Renewal of Alumni Association was discussed in the meeting. It was planned to conduct a region wise (Kannur, Calicut, Mangalore, Bangalore etc.) Alumni meet after Ramzan.
Mr. Yajnesh Talapady from Fair First informed that he is willing to have a placement drive @ PACE.
Dr. Chandana welcomed the gathering and Prof. Habeeb Ur Rehman, proposed the Vote of Thanks.
Mr. Salman, 2008-2012 batch-EC, working in ABM Care, Arabic Mission, DUBAI visited P. A. College of Engineering on 11th March, 2023. He interacted with 3rd semester EC & CS students. He shared his experience and his journey through his career and motivated the students to excel in their career.
He was honored by Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal, PACE, in the presence of members of PACE Next Alumni Association Prof. Habeeb Ur Rehman, Prof. Chandana B. R. & Prof. Mohammed Saleem.
Alumni Meet of P. A. College of Engineering was held on 02 nd October, 2022 at PACE Auditorium. The dignitaries for the day were Mr. K.M Haneef, Former Director (Administration) PAET, Dr. Adbul Sharief, Former Principal, PACE, Dr. Ganesh Aithal, Former Vice Principal, PACE, Dr. Beeran Moidin, Former Director of CMSR, PACE, Dr. Ramis M.K., Principal, Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal and Head, Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Mr. Ahmed Kutty, Finance Director, Mr. Sharfuddin, AGM, P.A. Educational Trust, Dr. Surfraz J. Hasim, Principal, PAFGC.
Mr. Mohammed Hanif, President of PACE NEXT addressed the gathering through video call He greeted the gathering and wished all the new graduates a success life ahead and welcomed all the alma mater and everyone else for the meet up. He also highlighted on contributing to the alma mater through their expertise.
The Former Principal, Dr. Adbul Sharief, spoke on importance of having such kind of meet up which can recall the memories as student as well as teaching and non-teaching staffs and stressed on saying that alumni should support the students and college infrastructure in different ways. Mr. K.M Haneef, recalled his memories in the initial days where he was the first employee. He extended all his support to bring this great Institution to greater heights. Dr. Beeran Moidin, in his address reminded to give back to the society to ensure success in life.
Mrs. Aysha Suzanne, Vice President, Citi bank ,UK ,Mr. Yagnesh, Co-founder, Farefirst, Mr. Sahal and Mr. Amir Dubai, the alumni of PACE shared their experiences and success stories with new graduates. Mr. Santhosh Prabhu former faculty member also addressed the gathering.
Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal in his Presidential address gave a brief outline of the PACENEXT plans. He informed that P.A College of Engineering, established in the year 2000, is now on the verge of completion of 25 years, in another few years and is keen to make the days to come, more eventful. In this context, the PACE ALUMNI GLOBAL MEET, is tentatively scheduled for January Third Week, 2023 in India International School Dubai. He also read out the Message from Mr. Abdulla Ibrahim who was not able to make for the event, due to unavoidable circumstances. Dr. Chandana welcomed the gathering and Dr. Sharmila Kumari, Vice Principal, proposed the Vote of Thanks.
Heads of Departments and Members from Teaching and Non Teaching Fraternity and Supporting Departments were present for the occasion. Prof. Habeeb ur Rahman coordinated the program and Mr. Nazim compeered the program.
Mr. Amrithraj (2007 batch), Mr. Mohammad Nayeem and Mr. Mohammad Irshad (2004 batch), Mechanical Engineering visited the campus on 24 th August, 2022 and interacted with faculty members. Mr. Habeeb Ur Rahman, Incharge of PACENEXT- Alumni Association, Prof. Prashant Pai, HoD, Mechanical department, Prof. Pujar, Associate Professor Department of Mechanical Engineering were present during the interaction.
Mr. Fahad, Digital14, Abudhabi, Mr. Abdul Fathah, Integrated Telecom Company, Saudi Arabia and Ahmed Sameer, Marvell Semiconductor California, USA, PACE Alumni from 2002 Batch visited the Campus, on 22nd July, 2022. They interacted with Dr. Ramis M. K., Principal, PACE and other faculty members.
They were also honoured by PACENEXT Alumni Association.
Mr. Vinayak M. Kalas, Assistant Commandant, Indian Navy visited P. A. College of Engineering, Mangalore on 22nd July, 2022.
He interacted with the 3rd year students of Mechanical Engineering department and addressed them on recruitment procedure of Indian Navy.
He is currently posted in ICGS Vikram Ship, New Mangalore division and is PACE Alumni from 2009 batch.
He was also honoured by PACENEXT Alumni Association.
PACE Suhoor'22 & Remembrance of Chairman of PACE Group Late Dr. P. A. Ibrahim Haji event was conducted on 7th April, 2022 at 8:30PM in “Oasis Beach Club”, Ras Abu Aboud – Doha, Qatar. The program was attended by the Alumni of PACE in large numbers.
The players of the PACE QATAR alumni football team who won the EF Tournament '22 Cup was also honored during the program. The event was conducted by PACE Alumni – Qatar Chapter.
PACE Alumni won the title of Professional Cup 2022 7s football tournament organized by Engineers Forum Qatar held on 2nd April, 2022. This was the first time Alumni registered for the EF Cup.
PACE Alumni team defeated MEA College, Malappuram Kerala and lifted the trophy. Around 30 teams participated in the tournament.
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Amis Ahmed , Managing Director / Co-founder, Aaidah Life sciences Pvt Ltd, New Delhi..
“Well crafted curriculum, an institution with right assets, freedom and ease of innovation and of course talented and motivational teachers - Department of Biotechnology has fuelled my dreams, making me able to realize my vision”.”
Syed Usman Taqui, Recipient of European Erasmus Mundus Scholarship, Ph. D. Scholar in Membrane Engineering, European Consortium.
""I am truly blessed I chose Biotechnology stream as it has myriad applications and diverse options open up after B.E for higher studies. Being research oriented field, it stands an edge in contributing to nation’s growth.”
Mohammed Asfaque founder of the Atelier Designs Showroom in Mangalore
“I am really blessed to be a part of Department of Biotechnology where my innovative ideas pitched into entrepreneurial setup”
Neeshad V SProcess Design Engineer Metito Ltd./Global Community ManagerCliMates/National Coordinator AYCM Qatar/Executive Member African Youth Advocacy Platform
“P. A. College of Engineering has proved to be a milestone in my life and I give all the credit to the excellent faculty and the system that helped to excel””
Sudeendra Rao Director, Datalore PVt. Ltd, BangaloreFormers Data Scientist, Monsanto Holdings Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore
“Nine tenths of education is encouragement.I have received this encouragement from my professors”
Qais Shabandri Senior Scientist, R&D, Biocon Ltd., Bangalore
“Currently employed as a Scientist in one of the succesful biotech company Biocon, I owe my success to the college which was instrumental in building the foundation of Biotech knowledge" ”
Shruthi MSSenior Biochemist,IMT technologies, Bangalore
“It was a fruitfull journey through the department of biotechnology of PACE to the Biotech Industry” as a biotech Professional"" ”
Zulfikar Ali P Currently pursuing MS.
“The College has an excellent academic atmosphere with experienced faculty. Throughout my time at P.A. College of Engineering, I have been able to develop as an engineer by the knowledge acquired and as a professional due to the encouragement I received from all.”
Archana Gopinath Lecturer, Dept. of Civil Engineering, P.A. Polytechnic
““I’m fortunate to have spent the best days of my student life in the Dept. of Civil Engineering. I feel proud to be an active member of civil engineering student’s forum “F.O.R.C.E” (Fraternity of Rising Civil Engineers) and civil engineering fest “STHAPATI”. I’m thankful to the civil engineering department faculty for providing me with an education that changed my life””
Mohammed HanifDirector & VP – IT Services, NovigoSolutions
“The multi dimensional learning environment at PACE, with an apt mix of academics, industry exposure, attitude and leadership, guided me in my career development. PACE gave me a strong foundation that helped me a lot in facing the new challenges and making our business successful.”
Suhas Pai, Information Security Professional, IBM Security, The Netherlands.
“I really value the degree of independence that the department provided me with, and also the inspiration and motivation during the final year project. The department makes a sincere effort to promote original and creative thinking."
SAYYED SA-ADULLAH, 2012 – 2016 Batch
“Well experienced faculty and well set up labs at EEE department has helped me to achieve my goals. Various departmental activities and the college level co-curricular activities gave us the right platform to excel in the field of Electrical Engineering.”
ABHISHEK BHAT G, 2012 – 2016 Batch(Anchor Electricals Pvt .Ltd, Hyderabad.(Panasonic)
““The department of EEE not only takes care of the academic curriculum, but also non academic activities. I feel proud of being part of the first batch of the course which has instilled in me the confidence to face the challenges ahead."
Madhu Kumar SOC Design EngineerIntel Technology India Private Ltd.
“I would like to express my heartiest thanks to the P. A. College of Engineering and the Department of ECE which provided me a strong foundation for my career. The faculties are very supportive and encourage students to push boundaries. The faculty helped me find my passion, and nurtured my dreams, something I will always be grateful for"
Shobhith Raj SOC Design EngineerIntel Corporation India Private Ltd.
“PA college of Engineering is a blend of learning, innovation, growth, and fun. It has everything a student would wish for: a spacious and beautiful campus, best infrastructure, and focused environment, expert lecturers, and hence quality education. The faculty members urge students to become innovative by regularly organizing technical competitions and cultural events. Our knowledge and skills have been stretched and tested at various points, and in the process, it has been consistent in making the students ready for corporate life. Reflecting on my 4 years in PA, I can say with absolute certainty that the learning experience made me a better individual and prepared me for future endeavors"
Arun T. M., Research Scholar-Strategic Management IIM - Rohtak.
“Being part of PACE, especially the electronics and communication dept. and being guided by some of the best faculties in the college was a privilege that cannot be expressed in words. PACE provides limitless opportunities for those willing to grab them. Glad i was part of this experience””
Shihab Kalandar, Director Business Development NovigoSolutions, Mangalore
"Great support and encouragement from the faculty for activities like technical events and project competitions, along with the regular academia helped me to develop my technical skills and relate them to the real world. PACE helped me build a strong platform for my steps into the future”
Mohammed Zubair Research Assistant, University of Leeds, UK
“During my stay at PACE, participating and organizing several intra-collegiate and inter-colligate events - technical and non-technical, have given me an opportunity to develop my leadership, team work and communication skills. Continuous guidance and motivation from teaching and non-teaching faculty helped me to work towards achieving my goals. The high standard lab facilities enriched my practical and technical knowledge”
Amruthraj Nagaraja Subject Matter Expert, PurpleFrame Technologies, Bangalore
“The life experiences, the exposures and the teachers and friends in those four years at PACE will last a lifetime. The Best Outgoing Student award and the Top Academic Performer awards I won at P.A College of Engineering helped me in my career as Engineer at Infosys (aircraft stress analysis) and later to secure a place at the Cranfield University – UK, for my master’s degree”
Farusil Najeeb, Research Scholar, Recipient Erasmundus Scholarship, Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland
“PACE was a home to me for 4 wonderful years of my life. PACE taught me to live, to be humble, to work in pressure, to be an Engineer and moreover to Love. The department of Mechanical Engineer of PACE is always Vibrant in nature with highly qualified Professionals comprising of Professors to Lab Experts. By being a student of Mechanical Department of PACE one will and can feel the Royalty, as we call ourselves the ROYAL MECHS. It was the experience at PACE that helped me for securing the prestigious ERASMUS MUNDUS scholarship of European Union for Masters Program in Mechanical Engineering. At present I am working on Micro Mechanics at Lappeenranta University of Technology, Finland”
DATE:14/11/2024
PLACE: Australia
Shiras Valappil, a PACE Alumnus and a renowned entrepreneur and social activist at Sydney Australia, has been appointed to Newcastle University's India Advisory Committee, reporting directly to the Vice-Chancellor. This role enables him to strengthen ties between the university and the Indian government, support students from India and Australia, promote Indian students' well-being in Australia, and foster academic and cultural exchange.
As an esteemed alumnus of P.A College of Engineering, Mangalore, Shiras brings his expertise and network to enhance collaboration between Indian colleges/universities and Newcastle University. His appointment underscores Newcastle University's commitment to international collaboration and student support.
DATE:26/10/2024
PLACE:SHARJHA, UAE
Date:10/12/2022
It’s a proud moment for PACE as our alumni organization FareFirst as been awarded the Best Bixby Developer in the Samsung Galaxy Store Awards. With their innovative development and unique approach to creating Bixby-enabled experiences, FareFirst is a leader and innovator in the field of Bixby development.
Date:11/3/2022
Place: Dammam Saudi Arabia
Date: 23/11/2021
Place: Bangalore Tech Summit.
Date: 31/3/2023
Place: PACE
Shark Tank offers a platform to young and aspiring entrepreneurs from India to pitch their business models to a panel of investors and persuade them to invest money in their idea.
Mangaluru couple Zamzeer and his wife Jameela Roohi both alumni of PACE pitched their start-up idea of “Kunafa World” which they co-founded in 2018. The couple made a humble beginning in 2018 with only a Facebook page in Mangaluru which has now turned into a national brand with 10 outlets in Bengaluru, Kerala, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra.
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