Details Of MoUs

Sr. No	Date of Signing	Duration	Organization/Institute	Domain/ Selected scope of co-operations
1.	11/06/2024	05 years	Brest National School of Engineering, France	• Activities such as collaborative research, lectures, symposium. • Exchange of information and materials in fields of interest to both parties. • Exchange of scholars, researchers and staff. • Sponsorship of cooperative seminars, workshops, and academic meetings • Exchange of students ( including undergraduate & graduate) • Other activities as agreed by both parties.
2. (Memorandum of Agreement)	11/06/2024	05 years	Brest National School of Engineering, France	• The number of outgoing exchange students from each institution is limited to two (2) per year. • The period of study at the host institution is limited to one (1) year. • The home institution will select the appropriate students to attend the host institution. Final acceptance is ratified by the host institution • The status of the student at the host institution will be a non- degree exchange student. • The exchange student must possess a sufficient level of linguistic ability to attend the course at the host Institution. • Upon completion of courses, the host institutions will provide the exchange students with an academic record of completed courses, which the exchange student may use to obtain credits at home institutions, subject to the rules & regulations of the home institution. • The exchange student will pay the tuition and other fees of the home institution and will not be charged an entrance examination fees, submission fee or tuition fee by the institution. • The exchange student will be individually responsible for all other expenses such as travel costs, accommodation, food, study material, transporation, insurance, medical cost, personal expenses, and fees.
3.	2024	05 years	IIT Madras	Scope • Academic and research collaboration • Exchange of academic information, materials, and publications • Exchange of students and faculty • Sponsorship of cooperative seminars, workshops, and academic meetings Student Exchange • Top 10% of NIT Goa students can apply for direct PhD at IIT Madras • Students can pursue 7th and 8th semesters at IIT Madras • Credits earned will be transferred to NIT Goa for B.Tech degree Research Collaboration • Joint research activities in disciplines of mutual interest • Faculty from both institutions will collaborate in supervision of exchange students and joint research Admission to Direct PhD • Top 10% of NIT Goa students with minimum CGPA of 8.0 can apply • Students must complete comprehensive viva within 3 semesters of joining direct PhD program Operational Aspects • IIT Madras will select eligible students for direct PhD program • IIT Madras will select students for summer fellowship and direct PhD program • Students will pay tuition fees to NIT Goa during 7th and 8th semesters and to IIT Madras after joining direct PhD program Duration and Termination • MOU will be in effect for 5 years and can be renewed or terminated with 6 months' notice
4.	2024	05 years	IIT Hyderabad	Scope • Academic and research collaboration • Exchange of academic information, materials, and publications • Exchange of students and faculty • Sponsorship of cooperative seminars, workshops, and academic meetings Student Exchange • Generally top 10% of NIT Goa students can apply to spend 7th and 8th semesters at IIT Hyderabad • No admission or tuition fees will be charged, but students will pay hostel, mess, insurance, and other applicable charges Research Collaboration • Joint research activities in disciplines of mutual interest • Faculty from both institutions will collaborate in supervision of exchange students and joint research Admission to Direct PhD • Generally top 10% of NIT Goa students with CGPA 8.0 (must) and higher can apply • Students will spend 7th and 8th semesters at IIT Hyderabad and be evaluated for selection to PhD program Operational Aspects • IIT Hyderabad will select eligible students for direct PhD program • IIT Hyderabad will select students for 7th and 8th semesters and PhD program • Students will pay tuition fees to NIT Goa during 7th and 8th semesters Duration and Termination • MOU will be in effect for 5 years and can be renewed or terminated with 6 months' notice.
5.	18.04.2024	05 years	Airport Authority of India	[A] Aim To create interest in Civil Aviation among students by: • Supplementing theoretical knowledge with practical operations / working • Giving exposure to students in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics) / non-STEM domains • Giving opportunity to work on small-duration projects related to Civil Aviation [B] INTERNSHIP PROGRAM: Shall refer to the working arrangement between both the parties, as agreed, i.e.: i.Being part of project implementation at Airport (Observe implementation & Learn) ii. 2-5 days Familiarization (Visits / Workshops) iii. 4-20 weeks Internship [C] APPLICABILITY: The educational institutions in the vicinity of AAI Airports (25-40 km radius), can sign the MoU for their students undergoing Graduation / Post-Graduation / Professional degree courses. [D] DURATION OF MoU: The term of this Memorandum shall be for a period of 5 years from the date of its signing, and may be extended upon written mutual consent by both the Parties on the same terms & conditions or as agreed upon at that point of time. [E] SCOPE OF COOPERATION: Through this Memorandum, both the Parties affirm the value of industry academia collaboration and agree to promote the Internship Program as detailed in Annexure-I [F] FINANCIAL SUPPORT: i. No stipend or any remuneration would be paid to a participating student or University / College / Institute for any Program. ii. Wherever feasible, necessary arrangements of transportation from college to airport and back during workshops / visits may be made by AAI, wherever the number of students is more than 20 and where the Second Party doesn’t have its own transport facility. iii. Wherever feasible, arrangement of working lunch and provision of literature and books shall be made for students by AAI
6.	27.02.2024	05 years	University Paris XIII named University Sorbonne Paris Nord – USPN	Scope of the cooperation The partners will identify the areas of common interest and will define the projects they wish to develop together, in conformity with the law in force in each of the countries and within the limits determined by the Agreement. These may include the following activities: a) The exchange of administrative staff, of professors and researchers. b) The exchange of students. c) The development of joint training programs. d) The development of common research projects. e) The common direction of PhDs and dissertations. f) The writing of shared academic articles This collaboration can be extended to other areas by simple amendment.
7.	30/01/2024	06 years	TELECOMMUNICATIONS CONSULTANTS INDIA LIMITED	Objectives of MoU’s: 1. To build competencies and engagement in 5G technologies in students and academic fraternity. 2. To enable projects at under-graduation and postgraduate level for students using the SG environment. 3. To encourage academia-industry engagement to ideate and develop 5G use cases. 4. To provide local access to 5G test setup for Startups and MSMEs around the institution. 5. Making Indian academia & startup ecosystem 6G ready. PURPOSE OF AGREEMENT: 1. In line with the budget announcement with an objective to build competencies and engagement in 5G technologies for students & startup communities, DoT is setting up one hundred SG Use case labs at Higher Educational Institutions across all States/Union territories to facilitate the development, experimentation of 5G applications in various socioeconomic verticals. 2. The use cases could span across socioeconomic verticals including education, agriculture, health, power, urban management, mining, logistics, resource management, tourism, sports, security, a-governance etc. 3. The scope of activities will be performed by TCIL in coordination with DoT, as per the implementation guidelines and will be termed as Implementation Agency (IA) here onwards. 4. This Agreement is intended to constitute, create, give effect to and contemplate a strategic partnership between INSTITUTION and TCIL in establishing a 5G Use case Lab. This document describes the framework of the Project to be entered into between the two parties. 5. New Projects can be initiated between INSTITUTION and TCIL under this Agreement by attaching hereto additional Addendums along with applicable schedules by mutual consent. The Project Agreements shall become effective upon execution by both parties, on the Effective Date of commencement of the corresponding Projects, after due approvals. SCOPE OF 5G USE CASE LAB PROJECT: 1. Empanelment of domestic 5G and Use Cases vendors. 2. Installation coordination for setting up of Labs at selected institutions. 3. Oversight and coordination for O&M and utilization of labs for a period of 5 years. 4. Hosting of dedicated porta (Digital Network of 100 use case Labs) I reg performance monitoring, Remote O&M support, utilization of Labs by faculty, students, Hosting of dedicated porta (Digital Network of 100 use case Labs) I reg performance monitoring, Remote O&M support, utilization of Labs by faculty, students, startups. 5. Digital platform for networking and utilization of labs. 6. Digital platform for networking and utilization of labs 7. Supporting institutions to host hackathons. 8. Knowledge dissemination platform (web portal) for other institutions/students/startups etc., on use-cases being tested/developed/demonstrated. 9. Maintaining a database of 5G domestic vendors available, 5G devices (incl loT), and successful 5G projects/pilots related to Health, Agri, intelligent Transport systems, Industry 4.0 etc. 10. Providing other needful facilitation to Industry & Academia w.r.t IPRs.
8.	04/01/2024	03 years	National Institute of Entrepreneurship and small business development (NIESBUD)	1. TrainingPrograms: NIESBUD specializes in providing entrepreneurship training programs and support initiatives for entrepreneurs. NIT GOA can contribute to these programs by sharing their expertise in business incubation, mentoring, and supporting startups. Collaboratively, both institutes can design comprehensive training programs that address both the theoretical and practical aspects of entrepreneurship. 2. Knowledge and Resource Sharing: NIESBUD and NIT GOA can collaborate to share their knowledge, research, and resources related to entrepreneurship and small business development. This can include sharing case studies, research findings, best practices, and success stories to enhance the learning experience for entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners. 3. Inclusive Entrepreneurship Collaboration: NIT Goa has a successful track record of teaching, research, consultancy, etc., providing them with the necessary infrastructure, mentorship, and networking opportunities. Collaborating with NIESBUD expands the reach of such support to a wider audience, including entrepreneurs from remote areas or underprivileged backgrounds, fostering inclusive entrepreneurship. This term is not intended to impose any specific obligations on NIT Goa. 4. International Collaborations: NIESBUD and NIT GOA can explore opportunities for international collaborations and partnerships with other organizations, institutions, and Governments working in the field of entrepreneurship. This can facilitate cross-border learning, exchange programs, and access to global networks, enhancing the exposure and opportunities for entrepreneurs associated with both institutions. 5. Joint Research Projects: NIESBUD and NIT GOA can collaborate on research projects related to entrepreneurship, small business development, and the socio-economic impact of startups. Joint research initiatives can lead to valuable insights and contribute to policy recommendations, fostering a favorable ecosystem for entrepreneurship at the National level. 6. Networking and Community Building: Both Institutions can jointly organize networking events, conferences, and workshops to bring together entrepreneurs, industry experts, investors, and policymakers. Such events can provide a platform for knowledge exchange, collaboration, and the formation of business networks, ultimately fostering a vibrant entrepreneurial community. 7. Policy Advocacy: Collaboration between NIESBUD and NIT GOA can strengthen their collective voice in advocating for favorable policies and regulatory frameworks that support entrepreneurship and small business development. The other suggestive areas for the collaboration may be: i. Organising Training of Trainers, Management Development Programmes, Entrepreneurship-cum-Skill Development Programmes, Entrepreneurship Development Programmes, Faculty Development Programmes for different target groups. ii. Developing course curriculum and content on entrepreneurship. iii. Cluster Development Activities. iv. Identifying entrepreneurial opportunities and programs. v. Establishment of an Incubation Centre for nurturing innovative ideas. vi. Faculty and Knowledge Support. vii. Handholding and Mentoring Support to Participants of International Training Programmes. viii. Promoting entrepreneurial activities amongst the target groups. ix. Any other activity that can be taken up to promote entrepreneurship development.
9.	29th November, 2023	2 Years	Goa Institute of Public Administration & Rural Development (GIPARD)	This collaboration would enable GIPARD: (a)to conduct a number of training programmes thereby trying to achieve the targets as mandated in the State Training Policy of Goa. (b)to cater to the training programmes for the Elected Representatives at the block levels and district levels. (c)Joint Holding of Conference / Seminar / Workshop / Training /Symposia. (d)Academic Collaboration (e)Exchange of Knowledge Resource Sharing The parties agree to cooperate in the following areas of activity: (a)to conduct training programmes allotted by GIPARD. (b)to provide faculty support in conducting the programmes at their premises. (c)to collaborate in research activities wherever the need arises. (d)to provide their infrastructure to conduct the training programmes, workshops, seminars, symposiums, etc. (e)to promote collaborative academic exchange through faculty, students, lectures and publications. (f)to provide funding for pilot projects by GIPARD upon the successful submission and evaluation of project proposals from NIT Goa. (g)Joint submission of research proposals to the Government of India through GIPARD.
10.	25th November, 2023	2 Years	BITS BioCyTiH Foundation	Joint pitching for externally funded R&D innovation /Project. Joint development and organization. Techno entrepreneurship programs. Cyber physical systems.
11.	2^nd August 2023	---	INFLIBNET Centre, Gandhinagar, Gujarat	To achieve the goal of submitting and accessing electronic theses and dissertations.
12.	22^nd June 2023	05 Years	Indian Institute of Technology Mandi (IIT Mandi), Himachal Pradesh.	Academic and research collaboration. Exchange of students and faculty, as well as the exchange of academic information, scholarly materials, and publications. Admissions for NIT Goa students to pursue direct PhD/early PhD at IIT Mandi, Joint Ph.D./PG, subject to the policy approved by the appropriate body of the host institution.
13.	06^th June 2023	05 Years	Indian Institute of Technology Jammu (IIT Jammu), Jammu and Kashmir.	Collaborating on research projects, joint Ph.D. supervisions, organization of workshops, seminars, etc. Exchange of students and faculty, academic information, scholarly materials, and publications, following the MOU rules. Admission of NIT Goa students for direct or early M.Tech/Ph.D. at IIT Jammu/joint Ph.D./PG, subject to the policy. Create a shared pool of faculty members in each basic discipline at IIT Jammu and NIT Goa.
14.	26^th May 2023	02 Years	Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh.	Visits by and exchange of faculty members and research scholars. Exchange of information, including but not limited to, research publications of faculty members. Joint academic training programs. Joint research activities and supervision of research work. Joint curriculum and MOOCs development work.
15.	15^thMay 2023	03 Years	Siemens Limited, Goa.	Work together on the digitization of power systems, electrical, and computer-based projects in the distribution automation domain.
16.	21^st April 2023	05 Years	National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Goa Campus.	To promote interest in the teaching and research activities of the respective institutions, both in general and in the specific fields of Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, High-Performance Computing, Digital Forensics, Blockchain, Cybersecurity, Forensic Chemistry and Toxicology, Questioned Documents, and Fingerprint Examination. The two Educational Institutions shall seek to promote: (i) Exchange of faculty and students for the mutual benefit of both institutions; (ii) Organize symposia, conferences, workshops, short courses, and meetings on research issues; (iii) Conduct joint research and continuing education programs.
17.	10^th April 2023	02 years	Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology (SVNIT) Surat, Gujarat.	Visits by and exchanges of faculty members and research scholars. Exchange of information, including but not limited to, research publications of faculty members. Joint research activities and joint supervision of research work. Joint conferences or symposia on subjects of mutual interest.
18.	20^thNovember 2022	04 Years	Shraman Foundation For Creation of Shraman Foundation Scholarship	The objective is to provide scholarships based on applications from NIT Goa students, following the eligibility and selection criteria outlined in the MoU.
19.	14^thSeptember 2022	03 years	Alcolab India LLP Goa, India	Joint research and development projects in key fields that are of mutual interest, such as (but not limited to) cement, concrete, and the reuse of by-products/wastes. Organization of educational programs/training in Goa. Specialized hands-on, intense training focusing on theoretical concepts and practical industrial practices for students/faculty. Personnel exchange and visits for sharing knowledge and experience.
20.	15^th July 2022	05 Years	Directorate of Skill Development, Goa	Upgrading ITIs with the upskilling of trainees in the state of Goa.
21.	06^th July 2022	05 Years	University of Agder, Norway	Joint research projects in the field of mutual interests. Exchange of academic publications and reports. Organization of joint symposia, workshops, lectures, and conferences. Exchange of faculty and students.
22.	19^th May 2020	04 years	VYAKTI VIKAS KENDRA INDIA	Online yoga for Youth Empowerment and Skills Programme (YES) for students. Coping with stress and emotions through breath connection. Education: A holistic perspective. Interpersonal Relationships and People Skills. Responsibility, Initiative, and Leadership. Time Management and Teamwork. Healthy Habits and Environment.
23.	04^thNovember 2019	05 Years	Don Bosco College of Engineering, Goa	To undertake joint research projects Publications and patents Knowledge sharing Placement & internships Areas of Research Co-operation: I. Image Processing II. Artificial Intelligence III. Thermography IV. Remote Sensing V. GIS VI. Robotics VII. Communication Engineering VIII. VLSI IX. Signal Processing X. Machine Learning XI. Social Media Mining XII. Software Defined Network and 5G XIII. Brain-Computer Interface
24.	20^th June 2019	03 years	Department of Nanoscience & Engineering /BK21PLUS NANO CONVERGENCE PROJECT GROUP, INJE UNIVERSITY, REPUBLIC OF KOREA	Exchange of faculty. Exchange of research scholars and students. Exchange of information and materials in fields of mutual interest. Collaboration in activities such as research projects, lectures, symposiums, etc. Implementation of joint cultural programs.
25.	1^st November 2018	03 years	Siemens Limited, Goa.	Research and implementation of Big Data analytics and machine learning. Testing the products under diverse terms and conditions.
26.	08^th August 2018	05 Years	CSIR- National Institute of Oceanography, Goa	Undertaking joint research projects with outcomes translated into industry applications. Collaborative publications and patents. Development of sensors for marine applications using optics/photonics. Advancements in marine instrumentation. Joint participation in research projects and publication efforts. Collaboration on academic projects. Conducting seminars and lectures on topics of mutual interest and relevance. Facilitating technology transfers.