Expressnews
Chennai, 18 March 2026: KCG College of Technology, a constituent institution of the Hindustan Group of Institutions, has partnered with FANUC India to introduce industrial robotics and automation training into its engineering programmers, aimed at preparing students for careers in advanced manufacturing and smart automation.
The strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed by Vinay Kumar M.K., Vice President of FANUC India, and Annie Jacob, Director of KCG College of Technology, in the presence of senior representatives from both organizations at the KCG campus in Chennai.
As part of the collaboration, FANUC India will support the integration of industrial-grade robotic systems and automation platforms into the academic ecosystem. The initiative will enable students to gain hands-on exposure to technologies widely used in modern manufacturing industries.
The partnership is expected to benefit approximately 500 students, 50 internal faculty members, and 35 participants from external academic organizations annually. It will include specialized training modules, industry-led workshops, and opportunities for students to develop practical competencies in robotics programming, system integration, and automation technologies.
Speaking on the collaboration, Vinay Kumar M.K., Vice President of FANUC India, said, “India is witnessing increasing adoption of robotics and automation across manufacturing sectors. Industry–academia collaborations play a crucial role in preparing the next generation of engineers with practical skills in industrial robotics and smart manufacturing. Through this partnership with KCG College of Technology, we aim to provide students and faculty with hands-on exposure to advanced robotic technologies and help build the talent pipeline required for the evolving manufacturing landscape.”
Anand Jacob Verghese, Chairman of the Hindustan Group of Institutions, said, “Providing students with strong industry exposure during their academic journey is central to our educational vision. Collaborations with technology leaders such as FANUC help bridge the gap between classroom learning and industrial practice, enabling students to develop the skills required in today’s technology-driven manufacturing ecosystem.”
Annie Jacob, Director of KCG College of Technology, said the collaboration would strengthen industry-integrated learning at the institution.
“This partnership will enable our students to gain practical exposure to advanced robotics and automation technologies. By bringing global industry expertise to campus, we aim to equip our students with the technical capabilities required to succeed in the evolving automation and manufacturing sectors.”
Through the partnership, FANUC India will also support center of excellence, specialised training programmes for students and faculty, and mentorship for national-level technical competitions.
The initiative is expected to commence fromJUNE 2026 and will include 10 training modules and certification opportunities for participating students.
With this collaboration, KCG College of Technology aims to further strengthen its focus on industry-integrated education, innovation, and the development of future-ready engineering talent aligned with India’s growing automation-driven manufacturing sector.
