Department of Library in association with Department of Tamil & Department of English observes "National Reading Day 2026 - Pages of Possibilities" on 19.06.2026 from 10 a.m to 11 a.m
"Dharmamurthi Rao Bahadhur Calavala Cunnan Chetty's Hindu College in association with IQAC organises "Deeksharambh- Student Induction Program(SIP) 2026" from 08.06.2026 to 12.06.2026"
" IQAC conducts Five day Faculty Development Program from 02.06.2026 to 06.06.2026 on "Academic Autonomy and Research Excellence: Capacity Building for Quality Higher Education"
"Department of Physical education and Sports conducts selection trails for sports quota admissions 2026-2027 on 18.05.2026, 19.05.2026 and 20.05.2026 for various sports in our college campus."
"Shift 1 selection list 2026-2027".
Conferment of Autonomous Status by UGC
The Cunnan Innovation and Incubation cell was established in the year 2025 with the vision of nurturing a vibrant ecosystem that bridges the gap between ideas and impactful solutions. Originating a small initiative within the institution, it was created to respond to the growing need for structured support in innovation and startup development. Over the months , the cell has evolved into a dynamic hub, empowering students, faculty, and aspiring entrepreneurs to think creatively, collaborate across disciplines, and transform innovative ideas into sustainable ventures.With a strong foundation rooted in academic excellence and a future focussed approach, the cell continues to drive economic and social progress through innovation and entrepreneurship.
To foster a culture of innovation, creativity, and entrepreneurship by empowering students, faculty and the community to transform groundbreaking ideas into sustainable solutions that drive economical growth and societal impact.
NURTURE TALENT: Provide a supportive ecosystem that encourage students , faculty and aspiring entrepreneurs to explore , experiment and innovate
FOSTER COLLABORATION: Facilitate interdisciplinary collaboration between academia, industry and community to solve real world challenges.
INCUBATE IDEAS: Offer mentorship, resources and infrastructure to help startups and innovators develop and scale their ideas into viable businesses solution.
PROMOTE ENTREPRENEURSHIP: Cultivate an entrepreneurial mindset through workshops, training programs and networking opportunities.
ENHANCE SKILLS: Equip participants with the necessary technical, business and leadership skills to succeed in a competitive environment.
Inspire Innovation: Encourage a culture of creativity and critical thinking across disciplines.
Support Startups: Provide end to end support early stage ventures through mentorship, funding access, and incubation services.
Build Ecosystem: Develop strategic partnership with industry, academia, and government bodies to create robust innovation ecosystem .
Enable Skill development: Organise training, workshop, hands on session to enhance entrepreneurial , technical , leadership competencies.
Promote inclusivity and Drive Impact: Engage diverse stakeholders including students, faculty, alumni, and community members, translate innovative ideas into scaleable solutions.
"Paving the Way for Future Excellence" on 18th February 2025. The event marked a significant milestone in fostering innovation, research, and entrepreneurship, providing students and faculty with opportunities to develop cutting-edge skills and projects aligned with future-ready technologies."
Cunnan Innovation and Incubation cell signed the MOU with TATTI on 17/03/2025 -To formalize partnership between institutions, industry or Govt. bodies defines roles & responsibilities and collaboration framework for supporting start-ups, mentorship funding, mutual commitment and clarity in achieving cell’s objectives.
The Cunnan Innovation and Incubation Cell (CIIC), in association with TATTI, organized a Faculty Enrichment Program on “IKS Innovation Hub: Bridging Tradition with Technology” on 4th April 2025. The program was attended by 59 staff members, aiming to enhance faculty knowledge and foster innovation by integrating traditional knowledge systems with modern technology.
The Cunnan Innovation and Incubation Cell (CIIC), in collaboration with TATTI, organised a Certificate Course on Machine Learning for 13 final-year students on 28th, 30th, 31st July and 1st, 4th, 6th August 2025, providing hands-on training in core machine learning concepts and practical applications to enhance students’ technical skills and employability.
The Cunnan Innovation and Incubation Cell (CIIC) organised an Orientation Programme on “Entrepreneurial Strategies for Emerging Professionals” on 06th August 2025, with 26 staffs members and 261 students participating, aimed at introducing key entrepreneurial concepts, developing strategic thinking, and fostering an entrepreneurial mindset among participants.
The Cunnan Innovation and Incubation Cell (CIIC) organised a one-day Innovation Launchpad Programme titled “From Idea to Impact: Kick Starting Your Startup Vision” on 08th September 2025, with 224 students participating, aimed at fostering entrepreneurial mindset, idea validation, and startup orientation.
The Cunnan Innovation and Incubation Cell (CIIC) and IQAC, in association with TATTI, organised a Faculty Development Programme on “Smart Prompting with AI” on 27th October 2025, with 127 staffs members participating, to enhance faculty awareness of AI tools and prompt-engineering techniques. The programme provided practical insights into the academic and pedagogical applications of AI through interactive sessions and demonstrations, promoting technology-enabled teaching and strengthening industry–institution collaboration.
By Chief Guest Mr.Meenakshi Sundaram.D, a renowned AI and IT industry leader, Digital transformation Expert and AI trainer.
The event featured 21 projects from undergraduate and postgraduate students, covering topics like rainwater harvesting, cloud computing, coding, pet care, app development, and more. Students from all departments were encouraged to explore these innovative projects.
To formalize partnership between institutions, industry or Govt. bodies defines roles & responsibilities and collaboration framework for supporting start-ups, mentorship funding, mutual commitment and clarity in achieving cell’s objectives.
An IKS Hub is not just an academic initiative—it is a cultural renaissance. By reconnecting with ancient methods of knowledge creation and dissemination, we prepare a generation capable of solving problems creatively and ethically, with deep roots and wide vision.