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AKTU Alumni: Notable Alumni, Alumni Programmes, Faculty-wise Alumni & More
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Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh
Updated on 3 April 2026

Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), formerly known as UPTU, has built a strong and diverse alumni network since its establishment in 2000. Over the years, AKTU alumni have established themselves across a wide range of domains including politics, public administration, architecture, academia, defence services, research, and the corporate sector. The university’s emphasis on technical education, practical exposure, and interdisciplinary learning has enabled its graduates to excel in both national and international arenas.

AKTU alumni reflect a blend of leadership, innovation, and public service. From Members of Parliament and civil servants to respected architects, professors, and defence officers, AKTU graduates continue to contribute meaningfully to society. Many alumni also hold key academic and administrative positions in prestigious institutions, while others are leading professionals in infrastructure development, urban planning, and consultancy.

The university actively fosters lifelong engagement with its alumni through structured programmes, networking initiatives, and mentorship opportunities. This strong alumni ecosystem not only enhances AKTU’s reputation but also creates a valuable bridge between current students and industry leaders. Explore popular alumni of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University here. 

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AKTU Notable Alumni

AKTU alumni are spread across fields like politics, writing, performing arts, science and research, academia, civil service and others. Passouts of AKTU are spearheading diverse fields, making notable contributions and driving change. Here are some of the notable AKTU alumni across different industries:

Alumni

Profession

Suddhanshu Trivedi

Politician, Member of Parliament

Reecha Singh

Actress

Abdullah Azam Khan

Politician, Former MLA

Utkarsh Verma

Politician, MP Lok Sabha

Kumudini Tyagi

Indian Navy officer

Ruchita Mishra

Author

Srijan Pal Singh

Scientist/Author

Vinay Kumar Pathak

Vice-Chancellor, Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University

Yasar Shah

Politician, Former MLA

Praveen Kumar Nishad

Politician, Former MP

Swati Maliwal

Politician, Women’s rights activist

Arun Verma

Politician, Former MLA

Sanjay Singh

Director, ARCOP Associates Pvt. Ltd.

Dr. Shiva Ji

Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad

Sanjeev Maheshwari

Associate Professor, AMU

Vivek Sabharwal

Director, Apeejay School of Architecture and Planing

Aninda Sircar

Senior Architect, UPPWD

AKTU Alumni: Faculty of Architecture & Planning

AKTU’s Faculty of Architecture & Planning actively maintains its alumni network through annual events, meetups and other programmes. AKTU architecture alumni are spread across diverse fields, from practicing professionals to experienced faculty in top institutes. Current architecture students at AKTU can also find alumni contact details on the official website at https://foaaktu.ac.in/new_foap/alumni.aspx

 

Take a look at some of the notable AKTU alumni from Faculty of Architecture & Planning below:

Practicing Professionals

Alumni

Batch

Profession

Ranjan Shukla

1989

Principal Architect of Vision Architects, Lucknow.

Ashish Srivastava

1990

Principal Architect of ANB Consultants, Lucknow.

Anupam Mittal

1994

Principal Architect & Director of Arinem Consultancy Services Pvt. Ltd.

Sangeet Sharma

1986

Practicing Architect at SD Sharma & Associates, Chandigarh.

Neelam Mandal

1987

Proprietor of ‘Manasaram Architects’; Climate change advocate.

Piyush Tandon

1989

Proprietor of AAKAAR.

Deepankar Majumdar

1994

Partner at ENAR Consultants – India.

Sanjay Singh

1991

Director at ARCOP Associates Pvt. Ltd.

Academia

Alumni

Batch

Profession

Dr. Shiva Ji

2004

Assistant Professor, Dept. of Design and Dept. of Climate Change, IIT Hyderabad.

Sanjeev Singh

1987

Professor, School of Planning and Architecture (SPA), Bhopal.

Jay Mittal

1995

Associate Professor (Planning and Real Estate), Auburn University, USA.

Sanjeev Maheshwari

1985

Associate Professor, Dept. of Architecture, Z.H.C.E.T., Aligarh Muslim University.

Ajay Khare

1985

Professor and Founder-Director of SPA Bhopal; Professor at SPA Bhopal (MHRD).

Vivek Sabherwal

N/A*

Director, Apeejay School of Architecture & Planning, Greater Noida.

Prof. (Dr) Amit Hajela

1989

Director and Domain Head, Amity University Noida; Expert Member for UGC/GOI.

Anurag Verma

1990

Director at School of Architecture and Planning, Amity University Rajasthan; Principal Architect.

Government Sector

Alumni

Batch

Profession

Anoop Kumar Srivastava

1986

Chief Town & Country Planner, Uttar Pradesh.

Yogendra Pal S Yadav

2011

Deputy Architect at CPWD, Govt. of India.

Aninda Sircar

1989

Senior Architect, UPPWD / Government of Uttar Pradesh.

Manoj Yadav

2005

Town Planner, Varanasi Development Authority.

Lovlesh Sharma

2008

Senior Lead Infrastructure, National Institute of Urban Affairs (NIUA), MoHUA, GoI.

Dr. Arun Rana

1995

JT General Manager, HUDCO.

Sweety Katiyar

2017

Assistant Manager, Airport Authority of India.

Hitesh Kumar

2001

Associate Planner, Town & Country Planning Department, Uttar Pradesh.

Keshav Kumar

1985

Rtd. Senior Architect, UPRNN Ltd, Lucknow.

AKTU Centre for Advanced Studies

The Centre for Advanced Studies at AKTU has nurtured notable students with outstanding achievements. Its graduates from M.Tech programs have progressed to PhD positions, research roles and industry jobs in reputed institutions in India and abroad. Their achievements highlight the centre’s focus on academic excellence and innovation. Here are some notable AKTU alumni from Centre for Advanced Studies:

Alumni

Batch

Profession

Juwairiya Siraj

M.Tech Mechatronics 2018-20

PhD Research Scholar, Alborg University, Denmark

Mansi Bhatnagar

M.Tech CSE 2018-20

PhD Research Scholar, University of Technology, Slovakia

Vivek Dwivedi

M.Tech Mechatronics 2018-20

PhD Research Scholar, Slovak Technical University, Slovakia

Manoj Kaushik

M.Tech CSE 2019-21

PhD Research Scholar, IIST Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala

Divyanshu Singh

M.Tech CSE 2019-21

AI Software Developer at Bluebricks

Mohd. Ilyas

M.Tech Mechatronics 2019-21

Researcher in Bharat Electronics Limited

Abhijeet Singh

M.Tech Nanotechnology 2018-20

PhD Research Scholar, IIT Kharagpur

Ankita

M.Tech CSE 2018-20

Software Developer, HCL

Shivam Seth

M.Tech Mechatronics 2018-20

Project Associate-I, CSIR IMMT, Bhubaneswar

Charu Singh

M.Tech Nanotechnology 2018-20

PhD Research Scholar, IIT Delhi

Priyanshu Sharma

M.Tech Nanotechnology 2018-20

Project Associate-I, CSIR Chandigarh

Avinash Bhashkar

M.Tech Mechatronics 2019-21

PhD Research Scholar, IIT Kanpur

Bhartendu Nath Tiwari

M.Tech Nanotechnology 2019-21

Project Engineer, Bharat Electronics Limited, Bangalore

Ghanshyam Varshney

M.Tech Nanotechnology 2018-20

PhD Research Scholar, IIT Jodhpur

AKTU Alumni Programmes

A range of programmes are organised by the university for AKTU alumni. These range from regular meetups to networking sessions and more. AKTU alumni programmes are an essential way of keeping the college’s graduates connected to the institution, while making use of their insights and experiences for the next generation. Take a look at the common AKTU alumni events organised by the university: 

 

  • Alumni Meet: The annual Alumni Meet serves as a formal homecoming event where AKTU graduates from various decades reunite to celebrate shared legacies, reconnect with former classmates, and witness the ongoing academic evolution of their alma mater.

     

  • Alumni Speak Series: AKTU’s Alumni Speak provides an organic, in-house series of motivational talks and sessions for current students and alumni. For example, the Institute of Engineering and Technology alumni speak portal can be accessed at https://alumni-speak.iethub.org/

     

  • Professional Networking: These initiatives facilitate vital industry connections by providing a dedicated platform for AKTU alumni to share job opportunities, establish business partnerships, and exchange technical knowledge. It helps keep graduates connected while inspiring existing students. 

     

  • Mentorship Programmes: Experienced alumni provide invaluable guidance to current students by reviewing portfolios, offering career counseling, and sharing practical industry insights. Such programmes help the next generation successfully transition from academic learning to professional excellence.

     

  • Competitions: Creative competitions such as photography and sketching challenges encourage AKTU alumni to showcase their artistic talents beyond the drafting board. It also fosters a vibrant and engaging community spirit through healthy professional rivalry.

FAQ

Which are some notable AKTU alumni?

AKTU has produced several notable alumni across academic, civil services, politics, engineering and other fields. Some of its notable alumni include Suddhanshu Trivedi (Politician), Kumudini Tyagi (Indian Navy officer), Vinay Kumar Pathak (Vice-chancellor, CSJMU) and Srijan Pal Singh (Scientist and author).

 

Are there any AKTU alumni in academia?

Several AKTU alumni are working in academia. Some notable names include Vinay Kumar Pathak (Vice-chancellor, CSJMU), Dr. Shiva Ji (Assistant Professor, IIT Hyderabad), Ajay Khare (Founder-Director, SPA Bhopal), Juwairiya Siraj (PhD Research Scholar, Alborg University) and Ghanshyam Varshney (PhD scholar IIT Jodhpur).

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