Avantel, a satellite communications and defense technologies firm is upholding its commitment to Make in India and Skill India, and how!
It has collaborated with Andhra University, GITAM University, and Velagapudi Ramakrishna Siddhartha Engineering College (VRSEC) to introduce a two-year MTech programme in signal processing and communication systems.
The programme offers a financial incentive and career-progression plan, offering interns a monthly stipend of Rs 25,000. Once they complete the course, the graduates will secure a full-time position at Avantel with an annual CTC of Rs 9,00,000. The curriculum is designed to create impact and ensure that students develop expertise in high-demand skills such as signal processing, secure communication systems and next-generation wireless technologies, making them industry ready from day one.
The course, approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) will start in June 2025 and every year students will be enrolled through GATE.
The objective of the partnership/initiative is to create an industry-ready workforce, blending academic rigour with real-world problem solving.
The two-year MTech programme will see students undergoing four semesters. In the first two semesters, students will have classroom learning at their respective universities, focusing on core theoretical concepts. In the third and fourth semesters, students will have a full-year internship opportunity at Avantel.
Siddhartha Abburi, director, Avantel and iMEDS, believes that “the future of technology depends on the talent we nurture today. By providing hands-on industry experience, expert mentorship, and a structured path from learning to leadership, we are empowering students to drive meaningful advancements in communication and signal processing. Our goal is to bridge the gap between education and industry, ensuring that India’s brightest minds are equipped to lead the future of technology with confidence and expertise. The initiative is designed to seamlessly connect academic excellence with real-world industry demands, creating a blueprint for how education and enterprise can shape the leaders of tomorrow.’’
India faces key challenges in developing a robust workforce in communication technologies, including limited access to high-quality infrastructure, inadequate spectrum allocation, high deployment costs, and a shortage of skilled workers. Recognising this gap, Avantel is taking a proactive step aligned with the Government of India’s ‘Skill India’ and ‘Atmanirbhar Bharat’ missions.
The initiative is a strategic talent-building exercise aimed at addressing critical industry challenges. By bridging the industry academia gap, the program aligns university education with real world business and technological needs, ensuring that students acquire skills that are directly applicable in the workforce. It also creates a predictable talent pipeline, providing a steady influx of highly trained engineers who can contribute immediately upon graduation.
