Chandigarh: J.C. Bose University of Science and Technology, YMCA, Faridabad, is taking a significant step into the emerging defence technology domain with the establishment of its Centre of Excellence for UAV and Anti-Drone Technology, which will be inaugurated by Prof. Ashim Kumar Ghosh, Hon’ble Governor of Haryana and Chancellor of the University, during the 6th Convocation on September 14, 2026. The initiative underscores Haryana’s commitment to developing specialised human resources and indigenous capabilities in strategically important emerging technologies.
Developed by the Community College of Skill Development in collaboration with the Department of Electronics Engineering, with support from the Government of Haryana. It is the first dedicated academic Centre of its kind in Haryana, integrating UAV and Counter-UAS and Anti-Drone technologies for education, training, research and innovation.
Prof. Munish Vashishath, Chairperson of Electronics Engineering said that the Centre features advanced UAV systems, drone simulators, Radio Frequency detection and analysis facilities, Command-and-Control systems and an integrated “Detect–Track–Identify–Neutralize” Counter-UAS capability, along with facilities for UAV assembly, flight testing, mission planning and simulation.
The Centre will provide B.Tech students with structured 20-day certified training in UAV, Tethered Drone and Anti-Drone technologies, while research scholars will have opportunities to work on autonomous navigation, RF security and counter-UAV algorithms. Industry collaborations will further facilitate internships, AI/ML applications and exposure to defence-sector projects.
