Student Mentoring
at Presidency University

Mentoring at Presidency University is a structured and integral student support system designed to guide learners through their academic, personal, and professional journeys. Each student is assigned a faculty mentor who provides continuous guidance, monitors progress, and supports goal-setting throughout the academic lifecycle. This mentoring framework ensures early identification of challenges, promotes student well-being, and enables holistic development in alignment with the University’s commitment to student success.

Why Mentoring Matters at PU

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Academic progress
tracking

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Personal and
professional guidance

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Career readiness and
goal-setting

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Early intervention and
support

How Mentoring Works

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Faculty mentor is
assigned through ERP
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Mentor details visible on
student dashboard
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Regular mentor–mentee
interactions
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Feedback and attendance
recorded digitally
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Continuous academic and
personal support

Academic Mentoring

Academic Mentoring at Presidency University provides structured support through trained faculty mentors who guide students in their academic learning process and their performance and academic advancement. The program assists students in their academic success through its support of academic planning and study methods and continuous assessment work and their development of necessary skills.

Research Mentoring

Research Mentoring at Presidency University helps students develop research skills through its mentorship program that teaches them to identify research problems and choose appropriate research methods and perform data analysis and write academic papers. Faculty mentors guide students to develop their research skills through inquiry-based learning and innovative research methods and ethical research practices to publish their work which builds critical thinking skills and academic expertise necessary to succeed in graduate studies and research projects.

Alumni Mentoring

Alumni Mentoring at Presidency University establishes connections between students and successful alumni who provide guidance on their career paths and insights about their respective industries and opportunities for professional connections. Through interactive sessions, experience sharing, and one-to-one mentoring, alumni help students understand workplace expectations, develop employability skills, and make informed career choices aligned with their aspirations.

Industry Mentoring

Industry Mentoring at Presidency University establishes collaborative relationships between academic and business entities through its program which uses business professionals to educate students about real-world work competencies and upcoming market developments and business operational challenges. The industry mentors conduct talks and supervise projects and lead internships and provide career advice to students which helps them gain industry-required skills and become job-ready professionals who can adapt to changing market needs.

Placements

YOUR ASSIGNED MENTOR

Every student at Presidency University is assigned a faculty mentor through the ERP. Mentor details, feedback, and mentoring records are accessible through the student dashboard, ensuring transparency and continuity in the mentoring process.

Access Via ERP (Portal)

  • View assigned mentor name
  • Access mentor contact details
  • Review mentoring feedback
  • Check mentoring session attendance

MENTORING SESSIONS &
PROGRESS TRACKING

Mentoring sessions at Presidency University are conducted regularly and documented through the ERP system. Each session focuses on academic progress, career planning, and personal development. Feedback and attendance are digitally recorded to ensure continuity and accountability.

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Session Dates Track upcoming meets
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Mentor Feedback Post-meeting notes
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Attendance records Digital records
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Action Points discussed Strategic goals
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MENTORING GUIDELINES

To ensure a meaningful and productive mentoring experience, Presidency University follows a clearly defined Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for student mentoring. The SOP outlines the roles, responsibilities, and best practices for mentees to actively engage in the mentoring process.

  • Purpose of mentoring
  • Academic, personal, and professional development focus

  • Role of faculty mentor
  • Modes of interaction

  • Active participation
  • Goal setting
  • Professional conduct

DOs
  • check View assigned mentor name
  • check Seek proactive help
  • check Set realistic goals
DON’Ts
  • cross Skip sessions without notice
  • cross Ignore feedback loops
  • cross Provide inaccurate data

Clear behavioural and engagement guidelines apply to all mentoring interactions.

Mentoring Support

For queries related to mentoring assignments, ERP access, or mentoring sessions, students may contact the respective School Office or Academic Support Team.

List of Mentor Coordinators from all the Schools of Presidency University

S.No Mentor Coordinator School
Dr. Anni Arnav Head - Student Mentoring Program, Presidency University
1 Mrs. Priyanka Niranjan Savadekar Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering - 2nd, 3rd, 4th Year CSE - Main Coordinator
2 Mr. Praveen Pawaskar Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering-2nd, 3rd, 4th Year CSE
3 Ms. Fathima Shana E Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering -2nd, 3rd, 4th Year CSE
4 Ms. Neha Seirah Biju Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering - B.Tech.- IST, CSG, CSI, CSN
5 Mr. Irfan Rajab Bhat Presidency School of Computer Science and Engineering - B.Tech.-COM, ISE
6 Ms. Suma N G Presidency School of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Computing - Dept. of AI & Robotics - Main Coordinator
7 Mr. Nilavarasan G S Presidency School of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Computing - Dept. of Cyber security & Intelligent Systems
8 Mr. Raghava Reddy Presidency School of Artificial Intelligence and Advanced Computing - Dept. of Data Science and Computing Systems
9 Dr. D P Somashekar Presidency School of Engineering - Main Coordinator
10 Dr. Toppaldoddi Madhavi Presidency School of Engineering - Civil
11 Mrs. Swetha G Presidency School of Engineering - ECE
12 Dr. Sudharani Potturi Presidency School of Engineering - EEE
13 Dr. Basavaraj Devakki Presidency School of Engineering - Mechanical
14 Dr. Ponmani Swaminathan Presidency School of Engineering - PET
15 Dr. Bhavya M B Presidency School of Engineering - Chemistry
16 Dr. Selvaganapathy Presidency School of Engineering - Physics
17 Dr. Heena Firdose Presidency School of Engineering - Mathematics
18 Dr. Thahira Banu V Presidency School of Information Science - PG
19 Mr. G S Akshay Presidency School of Information Science - UG
20 Dr. Lathangi R Presidency School of Management
21 Dr. Nasa Dhanraj Presidency School of Commerce
22 Dr. Diganta Roy Presidency School of Law
23 Dr. Shivani Presidency School of Liberal Arts and Sciences
24 Mr. Abdur Rahman Presidency School of Allied Health Sciences
25 Ms. Nivedita AS Presidency School of Design
26 Ms. Padmavathi S Presidency School of Media Studies