The Department of Automobile and Mechanical Engineering of Paavai College of Engineering jointly organized a webinar titled “Pathways to Higher Studies and Competitive Examinations” on 26 October 2026, from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The webinar was graced by the presence of Dr. V. Hariharan, Principal; Dr. A. Immanuvel, Vice Principal; Dr. J. Narendran, Head of IQAC and Mr. R. Harisudhan, Head of the Department of Mechanical and Automobile Engineering. The welcome address was delivered by Mr. M. Tamilselvan, a III-year B.E. Mechanical Engineering student.
Dr. V. Hariharan, Principal of Paavai College of Engineering, presided over the function. The programme aimed to create awareness among students about postgraduate studies, research opportunities, government job examinations and national-level entrance and competitive examinations such as GATE, CAT, UPSC, TNPSC, and other relevant examinations.
The introduction of the chief guest was delivered by Mr. S. Ragul, a II-year B.E. Mechanical Engineering student. The resource person, Mr. Kaushik Agastyaraj , Sr.Faculty, ACE Engineering Academy, Hyderabad, India, delivered a lecture on “Pathways to Higher Studies and Competitive Examinations.”
The resource person highlighted the importance of setting clear academic and career goals, selecting suitable examinations based on students interests and developing effective preparation strategies. The session also covered examination patterns, eligibility criteria, time management, study plans and the importance of regular practice and mock tests. Students were encouraged to make use of online learning platforms, reference books, previous years question papers and other educational resources to strengthen their knowledge and improve their performance.
The programme also emphasized the significance of communication skills, analytical thinking, problem-solving abilities and continuous learning in achieving success in higher studies and competitive examinations. The session was interactive, providing students with an opportunity to clarify their doubts and gain valuable insights into various career pathways. The programme motivated students to plan their futures systematically and pursue their academic and professional aspirations with confidence. The vote of thanks was delivered by Mr. A. Prathishwaran, a II-year B.E. Mechanical Engineering student.
