Guru Nanak Institute of Engineering & Technology, Nagpur - Principal profile
DTE Code: 4134
GURU NANAK
INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY NAGPUR
EDUCATION FIRST
Guru Nanak Institute of Engineering & Technology, Nagpur - Principal profile
DTE Code: 4134
GURU NANAK
INSTITUTE OF ENGINEERING & TECHNOLOGY NAGPUR
EDUCATION FIRST
Leadership

Principal's
Profile & Awards

Dr. Kishor Babarao Porate

Dr. Kishor Babarao Porate

• 25+ Years Experience

• 53 Publications

• 5 Patents Granted

Dr. Kishor B. Porate, B.E. (Electrical Engg.) and M.E. (Electrical Power System) from Amravati University in 1988 and 2005 respectively. He did his Ph.D from RTM Nagpur University in May 2014.

He has about 37 years of teaching experience. He has published more than 70 papers in refereed journals and conferences.

He was member Board of Studies in Electrical Engineering, RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur. He has been a subject expert in university constituted selection committee for various Engineering colleges. He was a member of local enquiry committee of Nagpur University.

He has delivered many expert lectures at various engineering colleges in and around Nagpur. He was invited as Session Chair in IEEE TENCON 2009 during Technical Program “Generation, Transmission and Distribution II” organized by IEEE Region 10, at Singapore scheduled on 23–26 November 2009.

He has attended many national and international conferences in the capacity of Session Chair. He is a member of various professional bodies like Institution of Engineers (India), ISTE etc.

He has handled various positions like Professor and Head of Department, Controller of Examinations, Dean Academics, etc.


Academic Background

Comprehensive educational foundation in electrical engineering with specialization in power systems and thermal power plants.

  • Ph.D. (Electrical) - RTM Nagpur University, Nagpur (2014)
    Title: Thermal Power Plants and Transmission Network Management: Voltage Security and Environmental Constraints
  • M.E. (Electrical Power System) - Amaravati University, Amravati (2005) - First Division
  • Post Graduate Diploma in Computer Science - Nagpur University, Nagpur (1991) - First Division
  • B.E. (Electrical Engineering) - Amaravati University, Amravati (1988) - First Division
  • HSSC - Maharashtra State Board (1982) - First Division
  • SSC - Maharashtra State Board (1980) - First Division

Professional Experience - 34 Years Teaching Experience

Extensive leadership experience in engineering education with progressive career advancement from lecturer to principal.

  • Principal - Guru Nanak Institute of Engineering and Technology (Feb 2025 - Present)
  • Professor & Controller of Examination - Priyadarshani College of Engineering, Nagpur (June 2023 - Dec 2024)
  • Professor & Head of Department - Priyadarshani College of Engineering, Nagpur (June 2017 - June 2023)
  • Professor & Dean Academics - Priyadarshani College of Engineering, Nagpur (Dec 2015 - June 2017)
  • Associate Professor - Priyadarshani College of Engineering, Nagpur (July 2014 - Oct 2015)
  • Assistant Professor - G.H.Raisoni College of Engineering (Sep 2006 - May 2011)
  • Senior Lecturer - G.H.Raisoni College of Engineering (Aug 1996 - Aug 2006)
  • Lecturer - Ankush Polytechnic, BTE Mumbai (July 1989 - Aug 1996)

Research Excellence & Publications

Prolific researcher with significant contributions to electrical engineering and power systems with international recognition.

  • Total Publications: 71 (32 International Journals, 25 International Conferences, 14 National Conferences)
  • Citations: Google Scholar - 202 citations (h-index: 10, i10-index: 10) | Scopus - 56 citations (h-index: 6)
  • Patents Published: 2 Patents in Electrical Engineering
  • PhD Supervisor: RTMNU Nagpur University (2019-Present) - 3 Students Registered
  • Projects Guided: UG: 42, PG: 29, ME By Research: 1
  • Technical Expert Lectures: 26 Delivered at Various Institutions
  • Research Place: National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur

Awards & Recognition

International and national recognition for contributions to engineering education, research excellence, and professional development.

  • IEEE TENCON 2009 Session Chair
    "Generation, Transmission and Distribution II" - Singapore (Nov 23-26, 2009)
  • Best Paper Award - PEDEPS 2019
    "Performance of Grid Connected Variable Speed WECS using PMSG under MTPA Control" - RCOEM Nagpur
  • International University Visits
    Dubai: Middlesex University, University of Wollongong, American College of Dubai (Jan 12-15, 2011)
  • MPSC Subject Expert & Moderator
    Electrical Main Examination - Regular Appointment (2015-Present)
  • Program Convener
    Multiple Training Programs, Workshops, Seminars & Conferences

Professional Memberships

Life memberships and active participation in prestigious professional engineering organizations.

Institution of Engineers (India)

Life Member: M/127194/O
Nagpur Local Center

ISTE Life Member

Member No: 29872
Indian Society for Technical Education

Research Specialization

Thermal Power Plants
Transmission Systems & Renewable Energy