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MESSAGES Message from the Director Dear Students, A warm welcome to all of you joining SVNIT Surat for the academic year 2024-25.

As you embark on this journey, I am confident that the time you spend here and the experiences you gain will leave a lasting impression. While the institute provides numerous resources, your success will depend on how effectively you utilize them. I hope to see you excel not only in academics but also as individuals with strong moral and ethical values.

At SVNIT, we emphasize fostering creativity, critical thinking, and innovative learning practices. Our aim is to develop responsible graduates who are mindful of societal and environmental issues. The dedicated faculty will be there to guide you, offering their extensive experience to help you navigate the challenges of a highly competitive world. Remember, your greatest asset is your own potential.

I encourage you to consider how the concepts you learn can be applied to make a positive impact in the world. At SVNIT, we focus on the holistic development of students through cultural and technical fests, as well as inter-institute and nationallevel sports tournaments. The campus is always vibrant with activities organized by various student chapters. These co-curricular events provide you with opportunities to learn, gain experience, and address community challenges. Finding the right balance between academics and personal interests is key to a rewarding institute life.

If you encounter any difficulties or need support, do not hesitate to reach out to your peers, seniors, and faculty mentors. The SVNIT community is here to support and encourage you. I look forward to seeing your batch graduate successfully and become esteemed citizens who contribute to the greater good of this country and the world.

Welcome to our esteemed institution, and may you achieve great success and bring honor to both the institute and yourselves as you advance.

Best regards, Dr. Anupam Shukla Director - SVNIT

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Message from the Dean (Student Welfare) Dear Freshmen, First and foremost, I congratulate each of you on obtaining a seat in an institute of national importance. Welcome to SVNIT! I hope this editorial finds you in good health. As the orientation has offered a brief introduction to life at SVNIT, this magazine aims to elaborate and equip you with all the information necessary to sustain the campus life.

The F1 magazine is the go-to guide for all the first year students to help them navigate through college and adapt to the new surroundings. The contacts of all the important administration personnel have been included here. Do not hesitate to reach out to any of us for any kind of assistance. I hope you make the most of the resources provided by our institution and lay a strong foundation for your professional careers.

The upcoming pages not only give you an overview of the college but also provide you with basic knowledge about Surat City. I appreciate Team Renesa for thoughtfully putting together this magazine as a pleasant surprise to the new entrants.

Best Regards Dr. S. R. Patel Dean SW.

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DEAR FRESHERS Through anxious roads and toilsome years, you’ve pushed and pushed and made it through. Yes, we mean you, the batch of 2028. Your consistent efforts and grit have brought you here, and now a new chapter begins – welcome to SVNIT, Surat! Amidst the rush of the new and the novel, we hope you take a moment to congratulate yourself for betting on yourself and making it all the way through!

Nevertheless, we fully understand the overwhelm that new beginnings bring with them. We were here not too long ago and know all too well the dizzying anxiety that accompanies this newfound experience. To help you find your bearings, we’ve brought out F1: The Quintessential Guide to SVNIT. Within these pages, you’ll delve into the experiences of an SVNITian, explore the vibrant array of college events and fests in store, and discover a multitude of clubs eager to welcome you. Whether you need advice on packing essentials for campus life, or want to familiarize yourself with the grading system or the facilities on campus, F1 has you covered. To help you navigate the campus efficiently, we’ve included a comprehensive map as well. Additionally, if you plan to explore the city of Surat (which you most definitely should, and will), you’ll find valuable insights and recommendations here.

These pages are meant only to initiate you on this long and eventful journey. We hope you take this and hit the ground happily running. Where you go from here, and what destiny you write for yourself, all of it is now firmly in your hands. Always remember that help is never more than a stone’s throw away for all your years here. Grasp onto hope and dream as wide as your arms can stretch. You’ve looked at the skies long enough, now is your time to fly!

Himanshu Thakur Sebastian John Chacko Chief Editors Renesa SVNIT

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WHAT MAKES SVNIT SPECIAL? Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat (SVNIT or NIT Surat) is one of the 31 NITs in India recognized by the Government of India as an institute of national importance. It was initially established as Sardar Vallabhbhai Regional College of Engineering & Technology (SVRCET) in 1961 and on 4th October 2002, it was elevated to the status of “Deemed University”. The lush 250-acre campus is placed in the centre of the growing city. SVNIT offers twelve UG programs, tewnty two PG programs, three integrated five years M.Sc. Programs, and Ph.D. programs in all disciplines of engineering and applied sciences. The campus houses a state-of-the-art library, 104 research labs throughout all departments, sports and recreational facilities, academic centres, and hostels.

with an ATM facility is housed beside the post office on campus.

The campus has a good WiFi connection in every building. SVNIT offers campus-wide WiFi connectivity and a 10-gigabit fibre optic network. The new library is stocked with books, e-books, journal publications; the library is equipped with a book RFID system for security, and solar panel installations.

The gym is luxurious, free of cost with good amenities and having all equipment required for workouts. Also, the gym is equipped with complete AC facilities. Table tennis and two badminton courts are next to the gym.

In 2024, SVNIT was ranked 59 th among engineering colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).

Manoj Memorial Night Cricket Tournament (MMNCT) is a cricket tournament, organized in the Student Activity Centre ground with the help of the SVNIT Board of Sports, Hostel Office.

Research in the institute has been recognized and sponsored by government agencies and receives funding for industry-sponsored projects.

Going well by the motto, Vigyanam Saarthi Nah Syatt (Charioteer of Science), SVNIT provides the students with all the necessary facilities which help them become better humans and responsible citizens.

Additionally, the Association for Harnessing Innovation and Entrepreneurship (ASHINE), has set up a new research park on the campus.

SVNIT has a very active Training & Placement section. The committee also includes final-year student representatives from all disciplines of B-Tech and M-Tech (elected by the students themselves).

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CONTACT DETAILS Director Dr. Anupam Shukla Dean Academic Dr. Ravi Kant

Dean Student Welfare Dr. Sanjay R. Patel Dr. Shweta N. Shah Hostel Section Dr. Rakesh Maurya (Co-Chairman, Council of Warden & Associate Dean (SW))

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Associate Dean Academic Dr. Vimal K. Patel Dr. R. K. Jana

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First Year Coordinator Dr. Vimal K. Patel Mr. Snehal Vashi

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Doctor Dr. S. G. Shah (Chief Medical Officer)

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Chief Warden Gajjar Bhavan

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Dr. Jogender Singh Chief Warden Mother Teresa Bhavan

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Central Library

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Student Activity Centre

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EXECUTIVE WING Rohit Raj Student General Secretary I21PH024 gs@svnit.ac.in

The SGS chairs the Executive Wing (EW) and coordinates the work of all other Executives. The SGS also coordinates with the administration on all matters affecting student’s general welfare.

Bhupendra Pratap Academic Affairs Secretary I21PH037 aas@svnit.ac.in

The AAS represents the academic interests of the SVNIT student body and handles any student grievances related to it.

Seamless communication between the students and authorities is ensured for enhancing academic growth.

Yug Rana Co Curricular Affairs Secretary U21CH056 ccas@svnit.ac.in

The CCAS is responsible for organizing events year-round that develop and sharpen students’ skills, including the annual fest ‘Mindbend’, along with coordinating with various student chapters to encourage participation and holistic development.

Riya Gupta Research affairs and Innovation Secretary U23EE043 rias@svnit.ac.in

The RIAS leads the Research and Innovation Affairs Council (RIAC) and aims to foster the institute’s research, innovation, and entrepreneurship culture by conducting workshops and events.

Kethavath Srikanth Hostel Affairs Secretary U21ME010 has@svnit.ac.in

The HAS addresses all problems pertaining to the accommodation facilities at our campus, encourages a vibrant hostel life by conducting various festival celebrations, and caters to the regular needs of all hostel residents.

Jaipal Sharma Sports Secretary U21CE060 ss@svnit.ac.in

The SS administers numerous sports facilities and organizes various tournaments throughout the academic year with the aim to promote the essence of physical fitness among students.

Subodh Sathe Cultural Affairs Secretary I21PH009 cas@svnit.ac.in

The CAS helps organize numerous cultural events year-round including the annual fest ‘Sparsh’ with the aim to enrich college life and help students explore their talents outside the realm of academics.

Harsh Anand Alumni & Training Placement Secretary U21CE087 atpas@svnit.ac.in

ATPAS facilitates student-alumni connections and also coordinates with the Training and Placement Cell of SVNIT for a smooth student experience. Students are given career guidance, provided relevant industry information, and are helped in preparing for the interview and selection process.

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STUDENT CHAPTERS ACM - Association for Computing Machinery Do you want to know all about upcoming computing technology with the potential to revolutionize the world as we see it? Are you looking to venture into the world of competitive coding? Whatever it is, ACM has got you covered. With year-round quizzes, hackathons, coding contests, and workshops like AMOC (ACM Month of Code), ACM Summer of Code, and Inception, they guarantee to satisfy the computing geek in you!

CES - Civil Engineering Society This departmental society takes pride in being the pioneer club of the college. They constantly thrive to impart knowledge, industrial skills, and handson experience needed in the world of infrastructure.

Along with their engaging events, the two-day annual fest, KAIZEN, is something you should look forward to.

CEV - Cutting Edge Visionaries CEV aims at developing a person in every dimension of knowledge, personality, and perception — be it technology, science, management, or even economics and finance. Started in 2013 from a hostel room, this community has grown to provide a space where one is compelled to test their abilities and expand their limits by implementing revolutionary ideas. It holds regular group discussions, debates, quizzes, and workshops to meet the current needs.

ChES - Chemical Engineering Society ChES aims to enrich future chemical engineers with experience and knowledge about chemical engineering education and its applications. All events focus on facilitating public understanding of technical issues, advancing development, and exchange of relevant knowledge and ideas.

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CP - Chintan Pratishtan Chintan Pratishthan holds the vision to develop the core values among the students while inculcating the feeling of nationalism, a sense of pride and commitment towards positive initiatives for society. It is selflessly working to become a leading socio-technological forum that brings research, innovation, and society on a single platform by improving the social life of students at grassroot level under the guidance of its faculty advisor Dr. P.L. Patel (Deputy Director, SVNIT). It was founded on 15th August

DRISHTI This is the technical hobby club of SVNIT with numerous accolades under its belt. It aims to inculcate technical knowledge among students by taking on challenging projects like building robots and drones. Every project is developed from scratch, which adds to the overall hands-on experience. At DRISHTI, you get opportunities to work as a team on projects ranging from machine learning to structural designing, and from aeronautics to automated systems.

GDSC Google Developer Student Clubs, SVNIT is a community for students interested in Google developer technologies. It is a place where like-minded people come together to Learn, Grow and Connect. It is a club that helps students understand development as a whole and explore the various domains of development. By joining GDSC, students grow their knowledge as well as build solutions for local businesses and their communities.

CHRD - Centre for Human Resource Development CHRD steers t he cu lt ura l cocurricular activities in the institute. It reignites the lost spark amidst the mundane lives of students. From music to art, dance to drama, andphotography to film-

making,they have everything you are looking for in a cultural club. Being the largest community in th e college, CHRD houses six clubs under its umbrella — Raag (the music club), Malang (the dance club), Akriti (the art club), Kirdaar (the dramatics club), Convex (the photography club), Cinephilia (the film club) and Design (the graphical design club). They focus on core values like individual development, giving space to diversity, moral and ethical behaviour, but most importantly teamwork.

EES - Electrical Engineering Society This student society will give you a platform to indulge in electricalrelated and non-technical activities. It organizes qu i zzes, work shops, blogs, a nd seminars covering everything for your comprehensive development. Be sure to not miss out on their annual departmental fest — Aatish.

ISF - IETE Students’ Forum The Institution of Electronics and Te l e c o m m u n i c a t i o n E n g i n e e r s (IETE) student chapter focuses on the advancement of the science of electronics, telecom mu n icat ion, a nd related areas. They host year-round events, competitions, workshops, and seminars aimed at imbibing technical skills in all the participants and members. The departmental fest; Hertz and the project competition; S.M.P.C. are their two major events.

Physics Club The Physics Club enhances the study of physics through talks, workshops, quizzes, and research contests. It provides a platform for those passionate about physics to deepen their knowledge and pursue careers in the f ield.

Major events include Science Sabha, Researchathon, Mathematica Workshop, and Pratyaksha.

E Cell A relatively new addition to the SVNIT family , the Entrepreneurship Cell by ASHINE is a vibrant incubator dedicated to turning innovative ideas into thriving businesses. Through competitions, students pitch their concepts and receive support to propel their ventures forward. ECell’s startup services guide students through the early stages of entrepreneurship, while its mentorship programs connect them with experienced innovators. The club also hosts networking events that build a collaborative community, fostering connections and mutual growth among aspiring entrepreneurs

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Chemshastra A relatively new addition to the SVNIT family ,the ChemShastra Club is a student chapter of the Chemistry Department dedicated to exploring and enjoying chemistry in innovative ways. It brings together individuals passionate about the subject, offering a unique approach to academic exploration and engagement.

IEEE Institute of Electronics and Electrical Engineers: The Chapter aims to enhance awareness and knowledge of Industrial Engineers among students from regional technical institutes. It organizes seminars, presentations, and project competitions and hosts guest lectures by industry experts. Additionally, it arranges industrial visits, workshops, and personality development programs to enrich students’ skills and career prospects.

Hindi Cell

Renesa With the motto “Read. Write. Create. Evolve.”, Renesa is the Official Media and Publication House of SVNIT. There are writers, editors, designers, journalists, audio editors, and video editors that work together to provide readers with informative, relevant, and interesting content through magazines, yearbooks, online blogs, videos, and podcasts. This club provides the imperative creative outlet one needs to express their ideas and opinions freely, for both members and non-members. Want to showcase your inner writer, designer, or journalist? Renesa is the place for you, my friend!

SAE - Society of Automotive Engineers SAE is a club of automobile enthusiasts that specialize in designing unique and sustainable transportation solutions.

They actively participate in national-level automobile designing competitions such as Formula Bharat & E-Go Kart Design Challenge and rub shoulders with the best engineers of the country. (P.S. If it wasn’t clear already, they literally build really cool karts and cars from scratch and then race in them.)

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NCC - National Cadet Corps NCC is a voluntary youth organisation that trains youth to develop comradeship, spirit of sportsmanship, and character that can provide leadership in all walks of life. Its aim is to expose young minds to the life of defence staff and inculcate discipline in them. It is the perfect destination for not only defence aspirants but also for those who dream of becoming a leader someday.

NSS - National Service Scheme As their motto says “NOT ME BUT YOU”, the main aim of NSS is to identify the needs and problems of the community. The main philosophy of NSS is that the welfare of an individual is ultimately dependent on the welfare of the society and therefore, the volunteers shall strive for the well-being of the society. NSS helps the students grow individually and also in a group by gaining knowledge about different people from different walks of life.

SCOSH - The Society for Cultivation of Science and Humanities With the aim of developing a human stack exchange and thus building a vigorous scientific community across the nation, SCOSH is the premier science club of SVNIT. It aims to inculcate scientific temperament amongst the students. SCOSH amalgamates its ardency of science with humanities and techno-managerial skills for the holistic development of a scientific mind.

SPICMACAY - Society for the Promotion of Indian Classical Music and Culture Amongst Youth This club strives to educate today’s youth of the forgottenyet-rich Indian heritage and culture. They conduct many events like Virasat, Swaranjali, and Dharohar to promote intangible aspects of Indian Classical Music and Classical Dance.

Nirvana A social initiative taken up by the college to provide primary education and to help underprivileged children present in and around the campus.

Students of SVNIT voluntarily teach and mentor these children every day after classes. The primary focus is basic education and awareness. They celebrate festivals together and on weekends, they organise many fun activities like yoga, drawing, rangoli, and rakhimaking.

SAE - Society of Automotive Engineers SAE is a club of automobile enthusiasts that specialize in designing unique and sustainable transportation solutions. They actively participate in nationallevel automobile designing competitions such as Formula Bharat & E-Go Kart Design Challenge and rub shoulders with the best engineers of the country. (P.S. If it wasn’t clear already, they literally build really cool karts and cars from scratch and then race in them.)

Phoenix Aero This aero-design club aims at reinventing aviation standards and coming up with innovative solutions to the problems faced by the industry.

They have designed three aircrafts already.— Pegasus, AtmosX and Xpartan, and continue to grow. Team Phoenix Racing is a technical student chapter focused on advancing engineering skills through hands-on projects and competitions.

Our college houses these studentrun societies for us to have an opportunity to grow beyond the boundaries of our classrooms. We urge you to explore and step out of your comfort zone to discover yourself in a new light.

Whether it is art, robotics, automobile designing, writing, or anything else that sparks your interest, just go and give it a shot (you won’t regret it).

See you soon!

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MAIN SVNIT EVENTS Kashish - The Freshers Party Essentially a rite of passage for freshmen, Kashish is a two-day fest organized by our college to welcome the new batch of students. It is usually held in October and consists of both a singing night and a dancing night, where first yearites get to perform and showcase their talents. The Mr. Fresher and Ms. Fresher contests also take place during this fest. Auditions for these nights start a few weeks prior and contestants have to get through multiple rounds to be selected. During the day, multiple fun events are organized to provide ample opportunities for socializing with fellow batchmates and breaking the ice. To give you a sneak peak, paper dances and tug-of-war are a part of this medley. The rest, you must attend and discover on your own!

Sparsh Sparsh is one of the biggest annual cultural festivals in all of Gujarat. Usually taking place in February, this week-long extravaganza opens up the gates of SVNIT to everyone. To kick it off, the inaugural night sets the scene, followed by dancing, singing, EDM, and fashion nights with exceptional performances.

Sparsh boasts of a highly anticipated celebrity night — “the big daddy of all nights” as quoted

by Wikipedia. From stunt shows to laser tag, the informal day events keep students busy with a variety of performances, games, quizzes, and hunts.

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IGNIS Sports enthusiasts, fret not as SVNIT brings you the annual intercollege sports meet — IGNIS. Taking place between the months of March and April, IGNIS has budding sportspeople flocking to SVNIT from colleges all over Gujarat. Over the span of 3 days, students get to participate in a variety of sports, including cricket, football, volleyball, handball, basketball, lawn tennis, table tennis, badminton, chess, kho kho, and kabaddi. With some informal events and a DJ night added to the mix, this event caters to everyone.

Mindbend Mindbend is one of the largest and most diverse techno-managerial fests in Gujarat. Generally conducted in the early weeks of February, this 3-day event is a spectacular display of technical acumen by the young talents of SVNIT. The event usually kicks off with plenty of highly informative student workshops that provide unparalleled technical exposure to beginners. This is followed by a series of intuitive advanced workshops, project exhibitions, illuminating talks, and thrilling contests ranging from Robowars to drone races.

Under its hood, Mindbend hosts many such exciting technical and managerial challenges, making it the ideal destination for the technofanatics of SVNIT.

Hostel Events Garba Night Taking place in the festive months of October or November, Garba Night is a celebration of traditional Gujarati folklore dance. The SAC Ground transforms into a beautifully-decorated space, where the evening begins with an aarti, followed by lively garba music.

Students, dressed in colorful traditional attire such as chaniya cholis and kafni pajamas, dance in perfect harmony to melodious tunes. The event is a visual delight and draws participation from students of all backgrounds, creating lifelong memories for everyone involved.

MMNCT Manoj Memorial Night Cricket Tournament (MMNCT) is a cricket tournament, organized by the Hostel Committees in the Student Activity Centre ground, in collaboration with the Executive Wing and Physical Education Section.

Apart from these flagship events, the hostel community also celebrates other vibrant festivals

such as Thanganat, Ganesh Chaturthi, and Ram Navami, among others, bringing joy and unity to all students.

These events are made possible through collaboration between the hostel community, wardens, and support staff. Enjoying the festive spirit while upholding discipline in the hostels contributes to a healthier, safer, and more harmonious environment.

Students can bring grievances or suggestions to their respective hostel wardens, who, under the guidance of the Council of Wardens, will work to resolve any issues faced by the students.

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A DAY IN THE LIFE OF AN SVNIT FRESHMAN So, you’ve finally made it all the way to SVNIT and you’re wondering what your life will be like now. Well, you have two options: you can be a sloth who lies in their hostel room every moment they’re not in class, or you can be an adventurer who spends their time post 6 PM exploring the truckloads of exciting activities on campus. I highly recommend the latter. Be an exciting human, not a sloth. Now, let me give you a sneak peek into what you can expect from an average day in SVNIT. In the beginning, you’ll have boundless energy to wake up early, take a nice shower, and reach the mess on time for a scrumptious breakfast. You’ll calmly walk out the hostel gates, find an empty seat on the college bus, and get to class well ahead of time. However, as the months go by, this bubbly enthusiasm will start to erode. You’ll start waking up just 30 minutes before your 1st lecture begins, develop godlike abilities of getting ready to sprint out your door in under 10 minutes, and frantically run to class with a heavy backpack bouncing on your back.

Fret not, you’ll become a certified Olympic sprinter after running around so much on campus. Unless of course, you decide to buy yourself a bicycle. Be warned though — you would be plagued by inferiority complex when a panicking student with dangerously low attendance overtakes your cycle on foot.

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After four hours of lectures (or labs for some students), you’ll be fa m ished. You’l l t h in k of stopping by at the canteen for a tasty lunch, but the overcrowded bu i ld i ng a nd you r t h i n n i ng wallet will convince you to settle for the mess instead. Once again, if the gods of fortune are feeling generous, you’ll get a seat on the bus and reach your hostel’s mess in style. However, you’re more likely to walk along the foliagecovered roads, chatting with your friends about every topic under the sun. After calming your rumbling stomach in the mess, you’ll head back to your hostel room with a full belly for a few minutes of rest. However, as soon as the tendrils of sleep draw you in, it will be time to head out to your next set of classes (labs for most, lectures for some).

When classes finally end at 6 PM, you’ll have an unlimited number

of options to choose from. While some may head out to the Old CRC lawns to rela x and chat with friends after a busy day, others will simply head straight to their club meetings or sports practice sessions (which they’re already late for). While hungry souls rush to the canteen, night canteens, or the vada pav stall outside the college main gate to satiate their hunger, sta rcrossed lovers separated for 4 whole hours reunite elsewhere on campus. Some, however, head straight back to their hostels and collapse on the bed after another exhausting day.

night — less if you’re outside campus, more if you’re inside the hostel premises. When food cravings strike again, you can stroll to your respective hostel’s night canteen (or if you’re feeling adventurous, into another hostel’s), usually open from 10 PM to 2 AM .

With your sleep cycle already ruined after another night of crazy antics and binge-watching random shows or movies all night, you wake up groggy once again, and repeat.

Under the receding glow of dusk, students enter the mess for dinner or step out for a merry evening outside campus in one of the various malls, shopping complexes, restaurants, or cafes in Surat. The fun and laughter with friends extends well into the

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IMPORTANT PLACES ON CAMPUS Student Activity Center SVNIT houses multiple outdoor game facilities. There are 2 basketball courts with floodlights on campus, paired with a volleyball court and two tennis courts.

The main field, called the SAC Ground, is commonly used for football, cricket, athletics, kho-kho, and kabaddi. Apart from outdoor sports, there is a range of indoor sports, including badminton, chess, carrom, and table tennis. The physical education center, commonly referred to as the SAC (Student Activity Center), also has a modern, sophisticated gym stocked with a variety of equipment and over 15 stations available for students to work out. We highly encourage all students to participate in inter-year, inter-department, inter-university, inter-NIT, and other open tournaments in the sport of their choice.

SBI The friendly neighbourhood bank to take care of all your monetary needs, this is one place you definitely need to visit on campus. No matter how broke you are, you need a bank account to validate your brokeness, and as unlikely as it might seem to an outsider, there are other reasons to go to the bank — one might say, to hang out. A bank account in the campus bank is preferable as most transactions with the college mandatorily require an SBI bank account.

Although on campus, the SBI works just like it would work anywhere else, with long lines and lots of paperwork.

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Library

Established in 1968, the central library is one of the most prominent student hubs because of its rich collection of resources.

In 2017, the central library was moved to the New Library building, replete with centralised air conditioning. It is now visited by students on a daily basis to study during the exams or just to relax after a busy day. With its long-standing history, the New Library is considered as one of the best technical libraries catering to the basic needs of college students, including natural light, easy-to-reach shelves, accessible technologies, seating, and distinct zones for different purposes. The facilities are open to students from 9 AM to 8 PM on weekdays and special provisions are provided during exam weeks. The ground floor of the library also houses an on-campus stationary store that sells essential supplies for students and offers printing/photocopy services.

sure you are carrying your SVNIT college ID. As long as it is not something serious, you can get your prescription from the doctor on duty. Under other circumstances, you will be referred to one of many medical facilities and hospitals which are affiliated with the SVNIT institute under its medical insurance policy. SVNIT provides medical insurance to all its students and issues an insurance card to every student.

Production Seminar Hall

Post Office

A relic from the past, the SVNIT post office is located beside the SBI bank. Once a year, students gather here to send rakhis home for their beloved siblings, the only time of the year when the post office sees a crowd.

Canteen

Located beside the New CRC, the SVNIT college canteen is a place that is close to the hearts of the few thousand students in the institute.

Open from 7 AM to 7 PM on all working days, including Saturdays, this place is always bustling with activity. This is where you can grab a bite between classes, have a full meal for lunch, or just hang out with friends. Give our canteen a visit to taste delicacies like the fa mous Mysore masa la dosa , cotton-like chole-bhature, and the mouth-watering gobi manchurian.

ASHINE Incubation Center Association for Harnessing Innovation & Entrepreneurship (ASHINE) has set up a new research park on campus which will act as an incubation

center for promoting research and innovation, entrepreneurship, and industrial interactions. The Old Library was recently converted into the Technology Business Incubator (TBI), which would accommodate facilities like co-working spaces, incubation area, and FABLABs (Fabrication Laboratories). Coworking spaces can be rented out by startups that seek off ices to manage their workforce. Interested students can also benef it from working in such a business-oriented environment. The incubation area is the place where students can gain knowledge about the startup ecosystem and get hands-on experience by discussing concepts like Design Thinking. As the name suggests, FABLABs facilitate in designing and prototyping all sorts of projects.

Health Centre

The campus Health Centre is an OPD unit located near the Chemical Engineering Department. It is run by a residential doctor assisted by two physicians and supporting staff.

This is where you should go for free medical consultation. Just make

More than just what its name suggests, the Production Seminar Hall functions as a sort of auditorium for the campus.

Apart from the seminars by professors, guest lecturers, and other notable alumni, various events, like the stage plays by the two drama clubs of our college, are also performed here. The Hall is undoubtedly one of the favorite places of the students, because no matter what the event is, it always seems to be brimming with people. It is situated in front of the workshop, so after some tiring hours of working with tools and machines, you can directly walk into the Hall’s air-conditioned embrace and enjoy the ongoing event.

General Store

Located right next to the post office, the new general store on campus is a lifesaver for all your daily needs.

Whether you’re in need of a quick snack, some stationery, or even medicine, this store has it all. Open from 9 AM to 10 PM, it’s perfect for those mid-morning runs or late-night cravings. Plus, if you’re too comfy in your hostel to step out, no worries— they offer delivery straight to your hostel! Convenience and variety, all rolled into one handy spot on campus

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PLACES TO BE IN SURAT If you don’t know already, our campus is situated right in the middle of the bustling city of Surat, brimming with spots waiting to be discovered. It has a blend of everything ranging from restaurants that can excite your taste buds to places where you’d want to spend the rest of your academic years. Without further ado, note down the following spots and start planning your weekends: •

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-ever-favourite Starbucks. With ample options for both vegetarians and non-vegetarians, lipsmacking food is one thing Surat will never be deprived of.

Malls are the best place to blow off some steam after a long week, and our city has quite a number of options. The famous VR Mall has a wide variety of recreational activities to offer.

There are tons of shopping centers and fast food joints within the mall itself, providing a onestop solution for your needs. Housing a spacious theater, the VR Mall is a common hotspot for SVNIT folks. If you feel like dancing your troubles away, RahulRaj Mall is the place to be. With over four dance clubs, you can book an evening anywhere and vibe to the DJ all night long. Apart from that, the mall has its fair share of clothing lines and gift shops at your disposal.

The best part about living alone is that you get to buy as many snacks as you want and no one will stop you. Luckily, our campus is surrounded by grocery stores where you can get almost anything • you want. The Malhar Complex right beside the campus has many shops where you can buy your supplies for a reasonable price. With a medical store, a store with imported snacks, and a supermarket with daily discounts, it’s a mustvisit store for your daily needs. Surat also offers the famous chain that needs no introduction, Big Bazaar, which has almost everything

you need to survive. With clothes, food, vegetables, stationary, footwear, and utilities, Big Bazaar is a place you’d want to visit every now and then to stock up.

Surat isn’t shy of recreational venues either. Like the food, the places this city has to offer will also leave you wanting more. Rebounce is a relatively new recreationa l hub in Surat. Apart from the largest trampoline park in Gujarat, this place has arcade games,

bowling alleys, football turfs, laser tag, and much more. To add icing on the cake, there are cafes in and around the place. If one trampoline park wasn’t enough for your bouncy adventures, you can visit Woop too. Woop also offers a football turf, arcade games, VR arenas, and other exciting activities like rope courses. With so many options, you can spend the whole weekend at the place and still not run out of things to do. Shott is another fun place where you can hang out with your friends. It has everything you’d want: go-

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karting, arcade games, laser tags, that played their roles in the party venues, and a zipline course. history of Surat and Gujarat.

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I f you’re look i n g for some sightseeing, Dumas Beach should be on your list. Being one of the 35 most haunted places in India, it’s advised not to visit the beach at night. However, Dumas Beach is a sight to see during the day and a common spot for everyone to unpack their stress and relax.

A little farther away, you can find the famous Suvali Beach which is considered to be the cleanest beach in India. The immaculate vibes this place has to offer is second to none. Looking at other spots, Surat Fort is a historical marvel that speaks volumes about the rich culture of the city. The site was recently restored, which polished its aesthetic and made it more accessible. If the Surat Fort doesn’t quench your thirst for historical facts and stories, the Sardar Patel Museum is your next destination.

The museum displays precious artifacts and other resources

This city has so much to offer that we can’t possibly note them all down. Even if we did, we’d be taking away the fun of being in college, the thrill of exploring new places. So, put on your adventure hats and set off on an exploration tour once you have the time, so you can add on to this list in the future.

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ESSENTIAL SUPPLIES FOR FRESHMEN Joining college can be an overwhelming experience. From your entrance exams to the never-ending cycle of forms that you need to fill out before you start, it can get pretty stressful and hectic. Some of you might be already organized with your innate pre-planning skills, but not everyone is lucky. So to make things easier, here is a list of things you must be equipped with before you start the next phase of your life: •

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Drawing Supplies: If you don’t already know, engineering is a field that requires a lot of visualization through drawings. Some of you can give away your supplies after the first year, but the others aren’t so lucky as they have drawing subjects in future semesters. So, maintain your mini drafter and other supplies well so that you don’t have to go running around to get another one.

Lab Coat: Unlike the classic white-coloured lab coats we are all used to, you would need a blue-colored lab coat for engineering lab classes. This long coat, with its unique texture, is designed to protect you from the various hazards you might face in your labs. Used in the workshop, chemistry lab and other concerned departments, this iconic lab coat is a must-have in your inventory. You can get one of these bad boys at almost any stationary shop. Get your hands on one as soon as you can, unless you want to wander the campus or the hostel asking others to lend theirs.

Calculator: Although seen as an illegal item in most of school life, calculators are pretty useful and important in college. No matter which course you’re taking, a scientif ic calculator always comes in handy when it comes to crunching numbers. You’ve probably conditioned yourself to using a logarithmic

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table, but times have changed now; automation is the future. Stationary shops sell a wide variety of calculators at different price ranges, including graphing calculators. However, keep in mind that graphing calculators aren’t allowed during exams; only scientific calculators are.

Bicycle: A bicycle isn’t an essential like the others in this list, but it sure helps you get around quicker.

Your hostels are quite far from your classrooms and walking back and forth all the time can get tiring, especially after long lab sessions. With a cycle, roaming the streets of Surat is also easier, since you don’t have to always rely on rickshaw-walas and the BRTS buses. A few spots near the campus sell decent cycles at different price ranges. Remember to buy a lock along with your cycles as there is always someone looking for a cheaper alternative to walking. Keep in mind that SVNIT also has its own characteristic yellow buses that circulate throughout

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the campus all day according to a fixed schedule. You can catch rides on these buses to get from one place to another on campus, however, they are often crowded during the mornings and afternoons when students come from and go back to the hostels.

Important Apps: Your phone can be used for so much more than just swiping through social media and procrastinating all day. Attendance-tracking apps are a godsend for all college students. Just make sure to mark it every day and you can easily keep track of how many classes you’ve slept through. Learn something new with apps that provide online courses to sharpen your skill sets. You can even learn new languages to better communicate with people of all regions. ‘SVNIT 101’ and ‘SVNIT Essentials’ can also help you adjust to the college lifestyle, supplying you with stuff that will help you survive four (or five) years at the institute.

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IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SURAT Weather Summers in Surat wouldn’t be the nightmare they are if it weren’t for the blood-curdling levels of humidity in the air.

Just as the monsoon starts to rear its head into the picture, our favourite uninvited guests decide to pay a visit, bringing along wonderful gifts like malaria and dengue. On a more serious note, mosquito nets can be a literal life-saver in Surat. Make sure to carry enough mosquito repellant that your whole wing can be covered in cases of emergencies.

Needless to say, Surat also sees a fair amount of rain throughout the year. Winters should pass by like a breeze if you are already a master of taking cold showers.

Transportation You can easily get around the city in the local rickshaws and if your destination is covered by the Bus Rapid Transport System (BRTS), you are in luck. With a station right outside the campus, BRTS is usually the cheapest mode of transport available, with ticket fares ranging from around 5-15 rupees per person. There is also a zero-cost alternative that comes at the expense of your legs hurting the next day. To get out of the city, you can use the Surat Railway Station (10 km away from campus) or the Surat Airport (9 km away).

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Pack your bags and get ready to tour the iconic landmarks of City of the Sun. From intricatelydesigned places of worship like Chintamani Jain Temple and Ambika Niketan Temple to culturally-rich historical sites like the Old Fort and Dutch Gardens, Surat has it all. Take a trip to the Surat Castle to witness Khudawand Khan’s might, or visit the Sardar Patel Museum to learn about the life of this remarkable man. Within Zampa Bazaar are many craft and textile shops and the famous 80-meter Surat Clock Tower. If you’re feeling adventurous, you can even try entering the supposedly haunted Dumas Beach or the less-haunted but risky Suvali beach. Other amazing places to visit are the Science Centre, Jagdishchandra Bose Municipal Aquarium, and Chauta Bazaar.

Surat, often known as Gujarat’s textile capital, offers high-quality, finely-crafted sarees in a variety of styles. Shopping isn’t complete without purchasing a saree from the Bombay Market.

Street food is a beloved element of any city, and a cultured city like Surat offers an endless selection of tasty snacks. There are numerous street food options to choose from, including locho, aloo puri, farsan, ghari, ponk vadas, undhiyu, and fafda. Surat is famous for its diamond industry.

The craftsmen here have perfected the art of cutting and polishing diamonds. You can find many shops offering diamonds or jewellery as you roam the streets of Surat. Surat is one of India’s cleanest cities despite being one of the most populous cities in Gujarat, largely due to the active efforts of Surat Municipal Corporation (SMC).

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SVNIT DIGITAL RESOURCES AND GRADING SYSTEM The SVNIT website is an important one-stop destination for all things related to SVNIT. It’s imperative, therefore, for us to help you navigate.

Make sure to regularly check the student notice board on the homepage of the website to stay updated about the latest developments.

By navigating to the side tabs, find the tab labelled ‘Admission’ where you will find all the important links regarding admission, fee structure, and more — according to your mode of admission.

For registration SVNIT/

use

https://mis.svnit.ac.in/

For the academically-oriented, there are a plethora of resources like NPTEL (https://nptel. ac.in/) and SWAYAM (https://swayam.gov.in/nc_ details/NPTEL) that provide free certified online courses/lectures from IIT professors For payment and registration, follow: Student Online Fees Payment and Registration.

This will direct you to the MIS payment portal of SVNIT. Kindly read the guidelines carefully before proceeding.

A few other important pathways are also provided below Academic Scholarship Academic Curriculum Academic Academic Calendar Academic List of Holidays Visit pages of respective departments from the Department section. You will find a bunch of useful resources like faculty lists, student lists,

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To find the contact information of hostel staff, navigate to the side tabs on the website and select the tab labelled as ‘Hostel’.

MIS Management Information Systems (MIS) is one of the most

important sections. To access MIS, follow the sequence:

Central Facility

MIS. En-

ter username and password:

Username: Admission Number (for example, U22CS037/I22PH037) Password: for the first time, it will probably be your Date of Birth or the Admission number itself, but you’d be advised to change it at the earliest.

Make sure to check the notices in the MIS section regularly. At the end of every semester, you are supposed to fill the feedback forms of the courses offered in the current semester and then pre-register for next semester.

The feedback form will ask general survey-type questions judging your satisfaction with the course offered, and providing you with a space for suggestions.

Below a re t he pat hs for t he aforementioned:

Academic Student Section Student - Tr a n s a c t i o n Feedback Answers Academic Student Section Student Pre- Transaction Registration To register for scholarships, use the path:

Scholarship Transaction Student Scholarship Entry Fina l ly, you ca n cast your vote during the student council election by using the following path: Academic Election VOTING

A ssessment i n Exa ms – T he Grading System It ’s i mp er at ive for f re sher s to understand the system of evaluation in exams here at SVNIT. You will, after all, face a lot of them during your time here. The eva luation is based on Cumulative Grade Po i n t A s s e s s m e n t (C G PA ) .

Courses are centered around credits — the higher the credit for any given subject, the higher the weightage of the subject itself. Credits are a combination of the course itself and the accompanying practicals, if any.

The institute stipulates a mandatory attenda nce of 75% . In case t he attendance is bet ween 60% and 75%, the student will be given a grade lower than their actual grade obtained.

Grades are awarded on the basis of exams, quizzes, class tests, projects, p r e s e nt a t ion s , a nd p r a c t ic a l s .

There are 2 exams conducted every semester — the mid-semester exams and the end-semester exams. Other e va lu a t ion t e c h n iq ue s a re t he concerned faculty’s prerogative, and are subject to their choices and the nature of the course itself. Students must ensu re t hat t hey at t a i n a minimum of 4.5 CGPA to go into the next semester. The grading system is explained below: • • • •

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CC - Average CD - Below average DD - Marginal FF - Fail

An FF grade means that the student will have to repeat the course until they attain the passing marks. The f inal score of a student is the sum total of mid-semester, end-semester, and internal marks. Additionally, an X X grade is given in the case of unsatisfactory attendance. The student will then be required to repeat the full course when it is offered in the next semester.

W he n a c a nd id a t e s c or e s le s s than 12 marks out of 30 in the m id- s eme s t er e x a m s , t hey a re encouraged to appear for a Make-up Test. Scores above 12 are assigned 12 marks only, meaning that 12 is the maximum one can score in Make-up Tests.

The Semester Grade Point Average (SGPA) is given on the basis of grades in each subject in the semester. Its breakdown is explained below:

SGPA= Σ (Course Credit × Grade point)/ Σ (Course Credit) T h e C u mu l a t i ve G r a d e Po i n t Aver a ge (CGPA ) i s si mply t he average of all SGPAs obtained over time.

AA - Outstanding AB - Excellent BB - Very good BC - Good

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Mediclaim

For Typhoid & Jaundice Cases:

SVNIT offers a comprehensive mediclaim service that includes access to medical facilities and coverage for students in case of health emergencies and medical expenses. Steps to download E-Card for Health Insurance:

1. Use Drinking water from one reliable source having water purifier.

2. Avoid eating outside food prepared in unhygienic conditions.

3. Wash your hands thoroughly and frequently 4. Report to Health Centre in case you have High Fever, Abdominal Pain, Loss of Appetite, Dark Yellow Coloured Urine, Nausea - Vomiting etc.

1. Visit the website www.paramounttpa.com 2. Tap on E-Card 3. Select “National Insurance Company Ltd.” in Insurance Contracts 4. Select Employee ID 5. Group code: svnit 6. Employe Number: “your roll no” (u19ch001) 7. Click on Submit 8. Enter Mobile No. 9. Enter OTP 10. E-Card will open automatically then click on “Save as PDF” Note: For the mediclaim, student has to be hospitalised for 24 hours or more and the total amount covered is upto ₹50000/- only

Advisory for Prevention & Control of Dengue, Malaria, Jaundice & Typhoid Fever Cases.

To prevent cases of Dengue, Malaria, Jaundice & Typhoid Fever on Campus, kindly follow the following recommendations.

For Malaria & Dengue Prevention: 1. Avoid mosquito bites by wearing light coloured full-sleeved clothes.

2. Do not move around on the lawns in the moming and evening hours. Also, keep the doors and windows closed during this time.

3. Use personal mosquito repellent devices in your rooms. Also Mosquito nets are recommended to be used.

4. Report the cases of water logging to Supervisors so that immediate action shall be initiated to clear the water logging. This will prevent mosquito breeding in and around hostels.

5. Report to Health Centre, SVNIT when sudden high fever with chills, vomiting. headache, and body pain & weakness symptoms are present.

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Take the guidance from Doctors at Health Centre, SVNIT when blood reports are Positive for Typhoid/ Jaundice/Malaria / Dengue or (Low Platelet Counts having suspicion of Dengue fever). If hospitalization is necessary then the doctors will advise accordingly.

YourDost College may feel like your cafeteria’s lemonade: some sweet and some sour memories! UNICEF conducted a 21-nation survey on help-seeking behavior and found out that only 41% of young people in India seek support.

This leaves out the rest of the population.

However, we can all achieve much more by channelizing our thoughts and emotions, and reminding ourselves that it’s perfectly okay to seek support when you’re going through a rough patch.

Where to seek support? Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology is pleased to engage with YourDOST, India’s first and largest online mental health and emotional wellness coach, to be your confidant once more!

This initiative, brings you expert advice from 1000+ Experts, with complete privacy, confidentiality and anonymity on a range of subjects including : - Stress Management - Time Management - Confidence Building - Career Coaching - Relationships - Sexual Wellness and much more None of the sessions you take on the platform are shared with anyone, including the institution.

Our journey through life is often riddled with so many questions. Questions about career, relationships, worklife balance, and even ourselves.

In these challenging times, and with so many unsettling questions in mind, would you say that you may be in need of a friend who could give anonymous, unbiased, round-the-clock help? We would like to be that friend and extend our hand of support to you.

YourDOST, one of India’s leading online and emotional wellness platforms, is pleased to join hands with Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology to ensure that you’re at your happiest and brightest self all the time!

So how can you go about utilizing YourDOST’s services for free as a Student, Staff & Faculty of SVNIT ? Here’s how: 1. Visit www.yourdost.com 2. Sign up in a jiffy and be on your way to seeking professional guidance in no time.

Important! - Use your college email id ending with (svnit. ac.in) or use your personal email id through your campus wifi. This will whitelist your account and make sure that you can avail of the services for free.

3. After verifying your email address, click “Chat Now” to start chatting with a YourDOST expert.

4. That’s all! You can now start chatting with a YourDOST Expert anytime you want.

Student Mentorship Program The Student Mentorship Program (SMP) at SVNIT, Surat, is a new initiative designed to foster positive and constructive interaction between senior and junior students. The program aims to provide guidance and mentorship to First-Year Students (FYS) by calling on the experience of senior students.

SVNIT has a student population from diverse backgrounds and cultures. Students have to learn, collaborate, and communicate effectively to survive in both the real and virtual world that is growing faster by the second. With this in mind, the program intends to support freshers by means of familiarization with their surroundings, on-field academic support and advice, encouragement to engage in extracurricular activities, supporting students’ personal growth and well-being, networking and career development opportunities to build professional relationships.

This programme has been implemented with various Points of Contact (POCs) who follow an escalation

process to the next management level in the event of unresolved issues. The immediate or

Level 1 POC for issues faced by the FYS will be their direct Student Mentor (M) (who is a third year undergraduate student) for the area/group or function with said issue.

If the Level 1 POC cannot resolve the issue, it should be escalated to their Level 2 Senior Mentor (SM) (who is a PhD or PG student of the same branch). If the Level 2 POC cannot resolve the issue, it should be escalated to their Faculty Mentor (FM). If the issue cannot be resolved even at Level 3, it should be escalated to the next level- the Student Mentorship Programme Committee (SMPC).

If the issue cannot be resolved at Level 4, it should be escalated to the highest level - the Student Mentorship Programme Central Committee (SMPCC).

The details of mentor allotment and FYS group distribution has been published by SVNIT. The student mentorship program aims to contribute to a positive Institute experience for FYS and improve their overall success and growth during their time at SVNIT. Important Links

Institute Rules (2023- 2024) : For detailed information on the academic and administrative rules applicable to students of SVNIT, you can refer to the latest regulations. https://www.svnit.ac.in/Data/Notice/2023/July/ Regulation-2023-24-SVNIT-as-per-67th-BoG.pdf Hostel Rules : This brochure contains important guidelines for hostel residents, including hostel rules, room allocation procedures, and general conduct expected within hostel premises. https://www.svnit.ac.in/Data/Notice/2023/August/7. %20Hostel%20 Information%20Brochure% 20(2023-2024)%20(1). pdf Mediclaim : Students can download their Mediclaim e-card and access insurance-related information through the official Paramount TPA portal. https://www.paramounttpa.com/Home/ InstantEcard.aspx Anti Ragging : SVNIT strictly adheres to anti-ragging policies to ensure a safe and respectful environment for all students. Find more information on how the institute addresses ragging concerns. https://www.svnit.ac.in/web/antiragging.php 30

STUDENT CHAPTER DETAILS Association for Computing Machinery NIT Surat

CHRD

AIChE - Chemical Engineering Society

Civil Engineering Society

Cutting Edge Visionaries CEV

Drishti

Electrical Engineering Society (EES)

IETE STUDENTS’ FORUM

CHINTAN PRATISTHAN

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Literary Affairs Committee (LAC)

The Society for Cultivation of Science and Humanities (SCOSH)

Google Developer Student Clubs, NIT Surat

Nirvana - A reason to smile

NSS SVNIT

Phoenix Aero - SAE

Phoenix Racing - SAE

Physics Club NIT Surat

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