History
PACE Institute of Technology and Sciences was established in 2008 by Srinivasa Educational Society under the leadership of Dr. Maddisetty Venugopal Rao, Chairman, and Dr. Maddisetty Sridhar, Secretary and Correspondent. The institute was founded with the aim of providing access to quality technical education to students from rural backgrounds and supporting regional educational development. The institution began with a limited number of undergraduate engineering programs and has since expanded to include postgraduate programs, diploma courses, and specialized programs in emerging technologies.
Campus
The campus is located in Ongole, Prakasam district. It features academic blocks, laboratories, libraries, hostels, administrative buildings, and recreational facilities.
The institute provides modern infrastructure including:
- Research and innovation centers
- Indoor Auditorium and seminar halls
The campus supports both academic and extracurricular activities aimed at holistic student development.
Academics
PACE ITS offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and diploma programs in engineering, technology, and management.
Accreditation and affiliation
PACE Institute of Technology and Sciences is:
- Permanently affiliated with JNTU Kakinada
- Accredited by NAAC with “A” Grade
- Recognized by UGC under Sections 2(f) and 12(B)
Granted autonomous status by UGC
Research and development
The institute promotes research, innovation, and development through recognized research centers and academic collaborations. Research activities include:
- Faculty research publications
- Sponsored research projects
- Student innovation initiatives
- Industry collaboration programs
- Technical workshops and conferences
The institution has established laboratories and innovation facilities to encourage research in areas such as artificial intelligence, data science, and emerging technologies.
Research centers recognized by JNTU Kakinada support doctoral research programs and advanced technical studies.
Industry collaboration and training
PACE ITS maintains collaborations with industry partners to enhance student employability and technical skills. The institute conducts:
- Campus Placements with top notch companies
- Skill Courses on Emerging Technologies
- Industry training programs
- Skill development workshops
- Guest lectures by industry experts
These initiatives aim to prepare students for careers in engineering, technology, and management sectors.
Student Activities
The institute supports student participation in academic, technical, and cultural activities through:
- Technical & Language clubs
- Innovation and entrepreneurship programs
- Cultural and sports events
These activities contribute to overall student development beyond academics.
International collaborations
PACE Institute of Technology and Sciences has established international academic collaborations to promote research, student mobility, and knowledge exchange. In 2025, the institute signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Universiti Teknikal Malaysia Melaka (UTeM), Malaysia. The collaboration focuses on joint research, student and faculty exchange programs, capacity building, and academic cooperation in areas such as artificial intelligence and cybersecurity.
Merit scholarships
Students of PACE Institute of Technology and Sciences receive merit-based scholarships through the Government of India’s National Scholarship Portal and CSR initiatives of organizations such as ONGC, SBI, HDFC Bank, and LIC. These scholarships provide financial support to deserving students pursuing professional education. For the academic year 2025–26, a total of 106 students received scholarships amounting to ₹1.5 crore.
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