Master of Computer Applications (MCA)

Dr. Sourav Dhar is an engineer and academician by profession. He received PhD (Engineering) in 2013. Since 2003, he has been associated with the Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, India, and executed different academic and administrative responsibilities. He was a Professor and Head of the ECE Department, SMIT from 2019 to 2023. As Professor and Director, he has taken the responsibilities of the Centre for Distance and Online Education (CDOE), Sikkim Manipal University since September 2023. His current research interests include 6G communication, cloud computing, IoT, WSN, remote sensing, and microwave filter design. He is a senior member of the Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) (IEEE-GRSS society) and a life member of the Institution of Engineers (India)(IEI). He has published more than 60 research papers in several SCI/Scopus-indexed international journals and conference proceedings and guided several PhD scholars. Currently, four research scholars are working under his supervision at SMU. He has completed a sponsored project on microwave filter design as Principal Investigator.

Dr. Kushal Pokhrel graduated with his Bachelor of Engineering in Electronics and Telecommunication from the University of Mumbai in 2003, and an MTech in Digital Electronics and Advanced Communication from SMU in 2005. He was awarded PhD from the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, SMU in 2021. He has a teaching experience of over 19 years alongside academic administration. Born in Gangtok, Sikkim he has an avid interest in computer networking and electronic devices. He has been teaching in the Department of Electronics and Communication Engineering, Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, SMU as an Associate Professor and is currently posted as Associate Professor and Deputy Director at CDOE, SMU.

Mr. Arun Chaudhary is currently working as an Assistant Professor at SMU-CDOE, Sikkim, India. He has completed Masters in Information Technology with specialization in Wireless Communication and Computing from IIIT, Allahabad. He did his graduation in Electrical and Electronics Engineering with specialization in Communication. He has a 13 years teaching experience in Open and distance education and 6 years in regular mode of education. His areas of research and interest includes - deep learning and causal reasoning. He enjoys exploring and using various tools applied for Data Science.

Mr. Tirupati Bhattacharya is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University. He has completed his Master of Technology (MTech), and PG Diploma in Remote Sensing & GIS from Jadavpur University, Kolkata followed by an MCA and BCA from Sikkim Manipal University. Previously he worked as a Group ‘B’ in the Central Government Research Organisation in the domain of (ICT)Information Communication Technology System Management.

Mr. Ajay Prasad is currently working as an Assistant Professor at Sikkim Manipal University. He has more than 9 years of teaching experience. He is pursuing a Ph.D. from Sikkim Manipal University in the Computer Science and Engineering Department on Delay Tolerant Networks. He specializes in Computer Networks and Database Management Systems. He has multiple research papers at National and International conferences and has been credited for research publications indexed in highly reputed journals.

Mr. Niraj Sapkota is an Adjunct Faculty at the Sikkim Manipal University. He holds a B.Sc. and M.Sc. in Mathematics and is currently pursuing his Ph.D. at Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology, Sikkim Manipal University, India. Mr. Sapkota has authored numerous research papers published in reputable international journals and conference proceedings. He has actively participated in various national and international conferences, presenting his research findings. Additionally, he has mentored several Mathematical Summer Camps, including MTTS and INMOTC, for both college and school students. Mr. Sapkota is a dedicated member of the Sikkim Mathematical Society, where he has organized and facilitated numerous workshops. He frequently serves as a resource person in workshops and camps, delivering lectures in many Invited Talks. Mr. Sapkota is also proficient in LaTeX, Python, and C++, showcasing his enthusiasm for computer programming.

Mr. Arpan Gautam currently serves as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Master of Computer Applications (MCA) at Sikkim Manipal University. Mr. Gautam earned his B. Tech in 2020, followed by an M. Tech in Computer Science and Engineering in 2022 from Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology. His research interests are anchored in machine learning and predictive analytics, demonstrated by his M. Tech major project on Heart Rate Variability Analysis for Epileptic Seizure Prediction, which employed advanced machine learning techniques to explore predictive insights in health analytics. During his B. Tech studies, Mr. Gautam gained experience in a range of projects, notably in wireless sensor networks and Named Data Networking (NDN). He published a research paper titled, A Review on Forwarding Strategies in NDN-based Vehicular Networks in the EMITTER International Journal of Engineering Technology, reflecting his dedication to contributing to scholarly knowledge. Additionally, he completed an internship in Android Application Development with EI Systems in collaboration with IIT BHU. Before fully transitioning into academia, Mr. Gautam accrued industry experience as an IT Engineer at the National Highway and Infrastructure Development Corporation Limited (NHIDCL) in Gangtok. He later began his academic career as a guest lecturer at ICFAI University, Gangtok, and subsequently served as a lecturer at SRM University, Gangtok. Beyond his professional commitments, Mr. Gautam enjoys a diverse range of activities, including watching documentaries and science fiction films, staying active with regular physical workouts, and indulging in novels. He is also deeply interested in expanding his research profile and continuously exploring new horizons in computer science.