Hemraj Kumavat | Engineering | Excellence in Citation Achievement Award

RC Patel Institute of Technology Shirpur|India

Dr. Hemraj Kumavat is an accomplished academic and researcher in Civil Engineering, specializing in Building Science and Technology with a focus on sustainable construction practices, non-destructive testing, and structural innovations. Currently serving as Assistant Professor at R.C. Patel Institute of Technology, Shirpur, he has contributed extensively to teaching, research, and institutional development. His career reflects a strong blend of academic excellence, industry consultancy, and professional engagement with engineering bodies at national and international levels. Dr. Hemraj Kumavat has delivered numerous expert lectures on intellectual property rights, innovation, startups, and non-destructive testing of concrete, contributing to knowledge dissemination across engineering and allied disciplines. He is also actively engaged as a mentor in Smart India Hackathon and serves as reviewer, session chair, and committee member for international conferences. Recognized with prestigious awards such as the Sir Arthur Cotton Memorial Prize, Academic Professional Excellence Award, and Lifetime Achievement Award, he stands as a role model for innovation-driven teaching and research. With multiple professional memberships and appointments as third-party auditor and consultant engineer, Dr. [Name] bridges the gap between industry and academia while nurturing future engineers.

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Education

Dr. Hemraj Kumavat holds a Ph.D. in Building Science and Technology from NMIMS, Bombay, where his research focused on advanced construction materials and sustainable practices. He completed his Master of Engineering in Building Science and Technology from SSVPS College of Engineering, Dhule, under KBC North Maharashtra University (NMU), Jalgaon, with significant academic performance. His undergraduate journey began with a Bachelor of Engineering in Civil Engineering at J.T.M. College of Engineering, Faizpur, affiliated with KBC NMU, Jalgaon, with distinction. The foundation of his academic training in Civil Engineering established a strong technical and analytical background, enabling him to pursue research in emerging areas such as non-destructive testing, structural performance, and sustainable building technologies. During his education, he cultivated an interest in practical engineering applications, patent innovations, and the role of technology in infrastructure development. His academic pursuits are complemented by continuous involvement in professional learning through specialized training, invited expert talks, and collaborations with academic and industrial partners. This educational pathway has provided Dr.Hemraj Kumavat with both theoretical rigor and practical exposure, shaping his career trajectory as a researcher, educator, and mentor in the civil engineering domain.

Experience

Dr. Hemraj Kumavat has over years of teaching and research experience in Civil Engineering, beginning as a Lecturer at Godavari College of Engineering, Jalgaon. He has been associated with R.C. Patel Institute of Technology, Shirpur, where he currently serves as Assistant Professor in the Department of Civil Engineering. Beyond teaching, he has made significant contributions to academic and administrative domains, serving as syllabus committee member, institute coordinator for IPR cell, and departmental coordinator for industry-institute interaction. His professional consultancy roles include being appointed as Third Party Audit Member for construction projects in Dhule district and as an Authorized Chartered Engineer with The Institution of Engineers (India), authorizing consulting works. Dr. Hemraj Kumavat has delivered lectures across engineering and medical colleges on topics such as intellectual property rights, innovation, government funding, and startups. He has actively engaged in national initiatives like Smart India Hackathon and has represented national-level bodies as observer for NEET examinations. His international academic engagements include reviewing and chairing sessions for conferences in India and abroad, particularly in the fields of materials science, automation, and sustainable civil engineering practices.

Honors and Awards

Dr. Hemraj Kumavat has been widely recognized for his academic and research contributions at both national and international levels. At the global stage, he received the Academic Professional Excellence Award in Cairo, Egypt, for his outstanding research in Civil Engineering. Nationally, he was honored with the Sir Arthur Cotton Memorial Prize by The Institution of Engineers Indian Engineering Congress for his research paper on clay brick masonry waste utilization. His innovative teaching and research initiatives have earned him multiple distinctions, including the Best Faculty Award at Tech Next India, IIT Bombay, and the Excellent Researcher Award by NL Dalmia Institute, Mumbai. He was further recognized with the Lifetime Achievement Award in the Global Outreach Education Awards at Jaipur and the Young Achiever Award at IEAE Bangalore. His dedication to education innovation earned him the Teacher Innovation Award from Sri Aurobindo Society for zero-investment initiatives. More recently, he was honored with the Young Scientist Award at the Global Education and Corporate Leadership Awards. These honors reflect his sustained excellence in research, teaching, innovation, and contribution to the engineering profession.

Research Focus

Dr. Hemraj Kumavat research interests span structural engineering, sustainable construction, materials science, and non-destructive testing techniques. His Ph.D. work emphasized developing and evaluating innovative building materials that address challenges of waste management, cost efficiency, and environmental sustainability in construction. He has contributed to advancing civil engineering practices through studies on replacing conventional aggregates with recycled and alternative materials, thereby promoting eco-friendly solutions in infrastructure. Another major area of his expertise lies in non-destructive testing of concrete, where he has conducted and delivered expert lectures on assessing structural integrity without damage, enhancing the durability and safety of built environments. Beyond technical research, Dr. Hemraj Kumavat actively integrates innovation and entrepreneurship in engineering, guiding students on patent filing, prior art analysis, and commercialization opportunities. His academic contributions extend to government innovation funding schemes, startup incubation, and industry-academia collaborations, fostering an ecosystem of applied research and innovation. Internationally, he contributes as a reviewer and session chair in conferences related to composites, materials engineering, and automation in construction. Through his multidisciplinary research, he continues to bridge the gap between sustainable engineering practices and real-world applications, aiming to create resilient and resource-efficient infrastructure for future generations.

Publications

• Comparative Analysis of River & Crushed Sand in Concrete, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology.

• A Modernized and Innovative Way of Developing Dhule as a Smart City an Analytical Approach, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology.

• Utilization of Combined NDT in the Concrete Strength Evaluation of Core Specimen from Existing Building, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology.

• An Experimental Study of Bituminous Pavement Adding Electronic Waste to Increase the Strength Economically, International Journal of Innovative Research in Science, Engineering and Technology.

• Application of Remote Sensing in Coastal Region – Case Study, International Journal of Innovative Technology and Exploring Engineering.