Apollo Tyres and Kalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (KIIT) have announced a first-of-its-kind strategic association to introduce a specialized elective/module on tire technology for engineering students.
This collaboration marks the first time in India that a tire manufacturer and a technical institute have come together to integrate tire science, design and manufacturing into an engineering curriculum. Apollo Tyres will play a key role in shaping academic content for the course, and will assist the institute in developing the syllabus, preparing study material and ensuring the curriculum reflects the latest technological advances and industry needs.
“This strategic collaboration marks a significant milestone for the Indian automotive sector,” said R Mahalakshmi, chief human resources officer at Apollo Tyres. “By bringing tire technology into mainstream engineering education for the first time, we aim to equip young engineers with future-ready skills and real-world exposure. Through internships and on-ground training at our facilities, students will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tire design, manufacturing and testing, strengthening the talent pipeline for India’s mobility future.”
“In the fast-growing demand for a market-ready workforce, it is imperative that industry and academia work closely together to develop quality tech talent,” added Prof. (Dr) Saranjit Singh, vice chancellor of KIIT-DU. “Being one of the leading technology universities, we have a strong intellectual capital and talent base to partner with industry in bridging the talent gap and nurturing future-ready digital professionals. The introduction of co-branded specialization will definitely give our students a new scope for innovation and an edge over others.”
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