Archive · 10 Sep 2026
SICSR Appoints Prof. Dr. Manoj Apte as Director
SICSR has chosen Prof. Dr. Manoj Apte to be its new Director.
He has worked in technology companies and universities for more than 30 years.
His experience includes technology, management, education, and leadership.
He wants students to learn through projects and real-world experiences.
He also plans to build stronger connections between the institute and technology companies.
SICSR will focus more on areas such as artificial intelligence, data, and digital technologies.
The goal is to help students prepare for changing technology and business careers.
SICSR is part of Symbiosis International and was established in 1985.
Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research appointed Prof. Dr. Manoj Apte as its Director.
Dr. Apte brings more than three decades of experience across technology and academia.
He previously held leadership roles at Persistent Systems Ltd., KPIT Ltd., and Siemens India R&D.
His priorities include stronger industry partnerships, experiential learning, and alignment with artificial intelligence and digital technologies.
SICSR, established in 1985, offers undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in computing, information technology, digital transformation, and management.
- Who
- Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research appointed Prof. Dr. Manoj Apte as Director.
- What
- Dr. Apte will lead SICSR’s academic and institutional strategy.
- When
- The appointment was announced on September 10; the year was not specified.
- Where
- The announcement was made in Pune, Maharashtra, India.
- Why
- The appointment aims to strengthen academic excellence, industry engagement, experiential learning, and preparation for emerging technology fields.
- Appointee
- Prof. Dr. Manoj Apte
- New role
- Director of Symbiosis Institute of Computer Studies and Research
- Experience
- More than three decades across industry and academia
- Previous leadership roles
- Persistent Systems Ltd., KPIT Ltd., and Siemens India R&D
- Academic qualifications
- PhD in Education, MTech in Reliability and Microelectronics Engineering, MBA in Strategic Management, and BE in Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Strategic priorities
- Industry collaboration, project-based learning, and emerging areas including artificial intelligence, data, and digital technologies
- Institution founded
- 1985