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Quality Circle Forum of India

UEM Jaipur · Student Chapter

Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI)

Building a culture of quality, continuous improvement, innovation and operational excellence among students at the University of Engineering & Management, Jaipur.

2025

QCFI collaboration & chapter journey

81

Teams at the 20th Chapter Convention

Gold

Award won by UEM Jaipur team

6

UEM faculty jury members

UEM Jaipur QCFI Student Chapter
About UEM QCFI Student Chapter

Quality. Collaboration. Continuous Improvement.

The QCFI Student Chapter at UEM Jaipur is a vibrant initiative dedicated to nurturing a culture of quality, continuous improvement and operational excellence among students.

The chapter serves as a platform to bridge academic knowledge with industry practices by promoting the principles of Total Quality Management (TQM), Lean systems, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Through workshops, expert sessions, competitions, and industry interactions, the chapter empowers students with critical problem-solving, analytical, and leadership skills. It actively encourages participation in national and international QCFI conventions, fostering innovation, teamwork, and quality-driven thinking among future professionals.

Vision: To develop future professionals committed to quality excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.
Our Purpose

Building the Next Generation of Quality Professionals

The QCFI Student Chapter focuses on practical learning, structured problem solving and industry-oriented development.

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Quality Awareness

Promote awareness of quality management practices among students.

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Problem Solving

Develop problem-solving and analytical capabilities through practical learning.

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Quality Circles

Encourage participation in quality circles and improvement initiatives.

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Industry Collaboration

Strengthen academia–industry collaboration through experiential learning.

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Key Activities

  • • TQM, Lean & Six Sigma workshops
  • • QCFI conventions & competitions
  • • Industry visits
  • • Expert lectures
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Mission

Equip students with industry-relevant quality management skills through experiential learning and strategic collaborations.

Leadership & Governance

People Behind the Quality Movement

The UEM QCFI Student Chapter operates under a structured leadership framework aligned with QCFI guidelines to ensure excellence and impact.

Chapter Patron

Prof. Manoj Meshram

Chapter Patron

Prof. Dr. Preeti Sharma

Chapter Chair – Governance & Compliance

Dr. Ramesh Mittal

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Anil Mehta

Director, Academic Excellence

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Rajesh Solanki

Director, Industry Interface

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Ashok Sharma

Director, Continuous Improvement

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Dr. Umesh Gurnani

Director, Research & Innovation

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Dr. Govind Goyal

Director, Capability Development

Faculty Advisory Board

Dr. Sweta Pareek

Director, Student Engagement

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Md. Iqbal Ahmad

Director, Quality Systems

Faculty Advisory Board

Prof. Vinod Yadav

Director, Analytics & Performance

Core Committee Members

Dr. Shivam Chauhan

Core Committee Members

Dr. Ashutosh Singh

Core Committee Members

Mr. Subhro Chakraborty

Core Committee Members

Dr. Poonam Jakhar

Core Committee Members

Dr. Yogesh Kumar Jakhar

Core Committee Members

Dr. Chhavi Vijay

Core Committee Members

Mr. Surajit Sur

Core Committee Members

Mr. Sandeep Patidar

Core Committee Members

Mr. Avinash Jha

Activity Calendar · 2026–27

From Awareness to Quality Projects

Planned chapter activities from July 2026 through March 2027.

JUL 2026 31 JUL

Inauguration & Quality Awareness Program

Introduction to QCFI, TQM concepts and membership drive.

AUG 2026 28 AUG

Workshop on 7 QC Tools

Hands-on training on basic quality tools and problem-solving techniques.

SEP 2026 25 SEP

Quality Circle Formation

Team formation and identification of real-life and campus problems.

OCT 2026 30 OCT

Lean Management & 5S Workshop

Practical exposure to Lean principles and workplace organization techniques.

NOV 2026 27 NOV

Industry Expert Session

Interaction with industry experts on quality practices.

DEC 2026 24 DEC

Mid-Project Review

Evaluation and mentoring of ongoing student projects.

JAN 2027 29 JAN

Six Sigma Session

Introduction to Six Sigma and its industry applications.

FEB 2027 26 FEB

Case Study Competition / Quality Quiz

Competitive event to test quality knowledge and analytical skills.

MAR 2027 26 MAR

Internal Quality Convention (IQC)

Final project presentations and selection for external competitions.

GOLD AWARD · SEPTEMBER 2026

UEM Jaipur Students Chapter Wins Gold Award and Qualifies for National Convention

UEM Jaipur Students Chapter Gold Award
Winning Team

Prof. Iqbal Ahmad, Prof. (Dr.) Shweta Pareek, Prof. (Dr.) Chhavi Vijay (PT), Prof. (Dr.) Ashutosh Singh (PT), Prof. Avinash Jha and Prof. Sandeep Patidar.

UEM Jaipur has achieved a remarkable milestone at the 20th Chapter Convention on Quality Concept, organized by the Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI), Jaipur Chapter, on 26th September 2026 at Manipal University Jaipur.

Competing alongside teams from leading PSUs, MNCs and prominent organizations including NTPC, BEL, SAIL, Tata Steel, Hero MotoCorp, Asahi Glass, NBC Bearings, Renew Power, Secure Meters, Genus Inverters and Mahindra Tractors, the UEM Jaipur Students Chapter emerged as a Gold Award winner in the convention.

The convention witnessed the presentation of 81 problem statements and practical solutions based on Quality Concepts and continuous improvement practices. The UEM Jaipur team demonstrated strong application of quality methodologies, teamwork and systematic problem-solving, earning recognition among the top-performing teams.

The Gold Award has also enabled the UEM Jaipur Students Chapter to qualify for the National Convention on Quality Concepts, marking a significant step forward in the university’s journey towards excellence in quality practices.

The achievement reflects UEM Jaipur’s growing culture of quality, continuous improvement, innovation and industry-oriented learning, while providing students and faculty with a platform to benchmark their practices against leading organizations.

Faculty Recognition

Six UEM Jaipur Faculty Members Serve as Esteemed Jury Members at QCFI Convention

September 2026 | 20th Chapter Convention on Quality Concept

UEM Jaipur further strengthened its association with the Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI) as six faculty members from the university were nominated as Jury Members at the 20th Chapter Convention on Quality Concept held on 26th September 2026 at Manipal University Jaipur.

The convention brought together leading organizations, PSUs and MNCs from across sectors, with 81 teams presenting problem statements and practical solutions based on Quality Concepts.

The presentations were evaluated by a distinguished panel of 24 jury members representing industry and academia.

Six UEM Jaipur faculty members represented the university on the prestigious jury panel.

UEM Jaipur

Jury Members

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Prof. (Dr.) Preeti Sharma

Prof. (Dr.) Umesh Gurnani

Prof. Subhro Chakraborty

Prof. (Dr.) Shivam Chauhan

Prof. (Dr.) Yogesh Jakhar

Prof. (Dr.) Poonam Jakhar (PT)

The faculty members were also presented with tokens of appreciation in recognition of their valuable contribution to the convention and to the quality movement promoted by QCFI.

The nomination of six UEM Jaipur faculty members to the jury panel is a significant recognition of their academic expertise, professional competence and understanding of quality management and continuous improvement practices.

The participation also highlights UEM Jaipur’s growing engagement with industry and professional bodies and its commitment to creating a strong ecosystem of quality education, experiential learning and industry-academia collaboration.

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Jury Members
81
Teams
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UEM Faculty
Faculty Achievement · September 2026

Prof. Dr. Preeti Sharma Honored with Best Governing Council Member Award

Prof. Dr. Preeti Sharma receiving QCFI recognition
QCFI Jaipur Chapter
Best Governing Council Member

In another proud moment for UEM Jaipur, Prof. Dr. Preeti Sharma was honored with the prestigious Best Governing Council Member Award by the Quality Circle Forum of India (QCFI), Jaipur Chapter, during the 20th Chapter Convention on Quality Concept held on 26th September 2026 at Manipal University Jaipur.

The award recognizes her active contribution, leadership and sustained efforts towards strengthening the quality movement and promoting the adoption of Quality Concepts, continuous improvement and structured problem-solving practices.

Prof. Dr. Preeti Sharma has been actively associated with the QCFI Jaipur Chapter and has played an important role in encouraging faculty and students to engage with quality initiatives, professional learning and industry-oriented practices.

The recognition, together with the Gold Award won by the UEM Jaipur team and the nomination of six faculty members as jury members, reflects the university’s growing contribution to the quality and continuous improvement movement.

The achievement further reinforces UEM Jaipur’s commitment to developing a culture of quality, leadership, innovation, teamwork and excellence, while building stronger partnerships with industry and professional quality organizations.

Organisations represented at the convention

NTPC BEL SAIL Tata Steel Hero MotoCorp Asahi Glass NBC Bearings Renew Power Secure Meters Genus Inverters

QCFI Student Chapter

Gallery

A glimpse of the activities, meetings, training programmes and achievements of the UEM Jaipur QCFI Student Chapter.

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MOU with QCFI

UEM Jaipur QCFI MOU signing
UEM Jaipur and QCFI representatives after MOU

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Governing Council Meetings

QCFI Governing Council Meeting
QCFI Governing Council members
QCFI Governing Council meeting
QCFI Governing Council members

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Train the Trainers

QCFI Train the Trainers programme
QCFI training session
QCFI training programme
QCFI Train the Trainers participants
QCFI training session
QCFI training programme group
QCFI trainer interaction
QCFI trainer interaction

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Best Governing Council Member Award

Prof. Dr. Preeti Sharma receiving Best Governing Council Member Award
QCFI convention recognition ceremony
QCFI award presentation ceremony
QCFI convention award recipients
QCFI convention award recipients
QCFI convention award recipients
QCFI convention award recipients
QCFI convention award recipients
QCFI convention award recipients
QCFI convention award recipients

QCFI in the News

Media Coverage

UEM Jaipur’s achievements at the QCFI Chapter Convention received coverage highlighting the Gold Award, Best Students Chapter recognition and Best Governing Council Member Award.

Media coverage of UEM Jaipur QCFI achievements
Newspaper coverage of UEM Jaipur QCFI achievements
QCFI convention newspaper coverage
UEM Jaipur Gold Award media coverage
QCFI Gold Award newspaper coverage
Best Governing Council Member Award media coverage
QCFI Chapter Convention media coverage

UEM Jaipur QCFI Student Chapter

A platform for student-led innovation, quality improvement, experiential learning, teamwork and industry-oriented problem solving.

News & Achievements

Official Update: Department of Civil Engineering, UEM Jaipur 📢
Official Update: Department of Civil Engineering, UEM Jaipur 📢
The Department of Civil Engineering, University of Engineering & Management (UEM), Jaipur, successfully conducted its PhD Six-Month Progress Report Evaluations and M.Tech Final Dissertation Defenses on September 17, 2026, at Academic Block-I, Main Building. 🌟 Key Highlights & Evaluation Board The academic sessions were graced by distinguished leadership, faculty members, and external expertise: External Expert: Dr. P.V. Ramanna (Associate Professor, MNIT Jaipur; Ph.D., IISc Bangalore) provided valuable insights on refining research scope and developing publication strategies. Dignitaries Present: Prof. Dr. Biswajoy Chatterjee (Hon’ble Vice-Chancellor, UEM Jaipur), Prof. Dr. G. Uma Devi, Dr. Uttam Narendra Thakur, and Prof. Subhro Chakraborty. Department Members: Dr. Shivam Chauhan, Prof. Sougata Banerjee, and Dr. Vishwajeet Khan (Online). 🎓 Academic Outcomes PhD Progress Reports: Mr. Juber Khan (Supervisor: Dr. Vishwajeet Khan) and Mr. Gawande Yogesh Bhagwanrao (Supervisor: Dr. Shivam Chauhan) successfully presented their research progress, which was thoroughly evaluated and approved. M.Tech Dissertation Defenses: Two M.Tech scholars, Sarvesh Sharma and Joydeep Jana, successfully defended their final dissertations before the expert evaluation board. 👏 Congratulations to all the research scholars and postgraduate students on their successful presentations! UEM Jaipur continues to foster research excellence and academic success. 🚀✨ Thanks & regards Prof. Sougata Banerjee #UEMJaipur #CivilEngineering #PhDProgress #MTechDissertation #ResearchExcellence #AcademicSuccess #IEMUEMGroup #ResearchScholars #HigherEducation #EngineeringEducation #UEMians
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Sep 18, 2026
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UEM Jaipur successfully organized and conducted a National Workshop on “Advanced IPR Management and Commercialization
UEM Jaipur successfully organized and conducted a National Workshop on “Advanced IPR Management and Commercialization
UEM Jaipur successfully organized and conducted a National Workshop on “Advanced IPR Management and Commercialization”, sponsored by the Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of Rajasthan, on 30 March 2026. Today, Certificates of Appreciation were formally presented to all the coordinators in recognition of their valuable contributions, dedicated efforts, and effective coordination towards the successful organization and conduct of this significant academic event. 🌟 Special Appreciation: Prof. Dr. Govind Rai Goyal & Prof. Dr. Anurag Hamilton UEM Jaipur extends its heartfelt appreciation to Prof. Dr. Govind Rai Goyal and Prof. Dr. Anurag Hamilton for their exemplary efforts, valuable support, and dedicated contribution in planning and organizing the workshop. Their commitment, leadership, and effective coordination played an important role in ensuring the successful execution of this academic initiative. 👏 Congratulations and sincere thanks to all the coordinators for their dedication and contribution towards making the workshop a meaningful and successful academic endeavour. #UEMJaipur #IPR #IPRManagement #IPRCommercialization #DST #GovernmentOfRajasthan #NationalWorkshop #AcademicExcellence #ResearchAndInnovation #Innovation #IntellectualPropertyRights #FacultyAchievement #AcademicEvent #UEMPride #KnowledgeSharing
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Rankings

2026
University of Engineering and Management (UEM) Jaipur, IEM–UEM Group positioned rating in the *Platinum Band in India for Employability and Startup Ecosystem Excellence under the ESER 2026 – Employability and Startup Ecosystem Rankings 2026, awarded by World Institutional Ranking.
2025
UEM Jaipur conferred with the PRIDE OF NATION AWARD 2025 for Excellence in Nationalism, Patriotism & Nation-Building through Beyond Academics Activities.
UEM Jaipur crowned as the INSTITUTION OF HAPPINESS (IOH) by the prestigious global ranking agency QS I-GAUGE at iconic Hotel The Lalit, New Delhi on 12th Dec 2025
University of Engineering & Management (UEM), Jaipur awarded with the Times Brand Icon Awards 2025
UEM Jaipur honoured with the ET Edge Prestigious Learning Institution of India Award at the grand ceremony held today, 26th September 2025, at Sahara Star Hotel, Mumbai.
University of Engineering and Management (UEM), Jaipur has been rated AAA+ one of the best engineering institutes in the country in 2025 by Carrer360- A Career is a Life
University of Engineering and Management (UEM) Jaipur ranked in GOLD+ Category in Digital Institutional Index and Smart Campus Rankings (DIISC Rankings) 2026 by Global Universities (GU) Rankings, LONDON, UK
University of Engineering and Management (UEM) Jaipur - IEM UEM Group received remarkable ratings in GHRDC Survey Rankings for 2025 in Engineering, BBA, BCA and MCA ENGINEERING Rankings - Category of Excellence - All India - 7th Rank ⁠State wise - Rajasthan - 2nd Rank ⁠Region wise - Northern Region - 10th Rank BBA Rankings Category of Outstanding Excellence - All India - 6th Rank State wise - Rajasthan - 2nd Rank ⁠Region wise - Northern Region - 9th Rank BCA Rankings Category of Outstanding Excellence - All India - 6th Rank ⁠State wise - Rajasthan - MCA Rankings Category of Excellence - All India - 5th Rank ⁠State wise - Rajasthan - 2nd Rank Region wise - Northern Region - 6th Rank
UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT (UEM) JAIPUR ranked in THE WEEK - INDIA’S BEST UNIVERSITIES 2025 PRIVATE AND DEEMED MULTIDISCIPLINARY UNIVERSITIES:- ALL INDIA - 37th Position - NORTH ZONE - 16th Position EMERGING MULTIDISCIPLINARY UNIVERSITIES :- ALL INDIA - 8th Position - NORTH ZONE - 5th Position MULTIDISCIPLINARY UNIVERSITIES :- NORTH ZONE - 24th Position
UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT (UEM) JAIPUR ranked inTimes Engineering Ranking 2025 Top 175 - Govt and Private - All India Ranking - 2nd Place in Rajasthan Top 125 Private Institutions - All India Ranking - 2nd Place in Rajasthan Top 70 Private Institutions - Placement - All India Ranking - 2nd Place in Rajasthan Top 30 - Research - All India Ranking - 2nd Place in Rajasthan Region wise Ranking - North - 2nd Place in Rajasthan
UNIVERSITY OF ENGINEERING AND MANAGEMENT (UEM) JAIPUR ranked in OBE RANKINGS 2025University of Engineering and Management UEM Jaipur ranked in the TITANIUM BAND as INSTITUTION OF ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE under OBE RANKINGS 2025 - OUTCOME-BASED EDUCATION in Pursuit of Excellence Towards Offering Outcome-Based Education.
University of Engineering and Management (UEM), Jaipur - IEM-UEM Group honored as the Most Promising University (Research and Development) 2025 at the ObserveNow 9th Education Leaders Conclave & Awards, presented by Casio India and co-powered by LEO1.
2024
UEM Jaipur has been ranked in India's Best University Ranking 2024 by OUTLOOK MAGAZINE.Private University - Constituent CollegesRank 41 - All India2nd in RajasthanTop 160 Private Engineering InstitutesRank 42 - All India3rd in Rajasthan Top 50 State Private University Rank 36 - All India, 3rd in Rajasthan Private University - Constituent Colleges Rank 41 - All India, 2nd in Rajasthan Top 160 Private Engineering Institutes Rank 42 - All India, 3rd in Rajasthan
University of Engineering and Management (UEM) Jaipur has been rated as AAA+ Institute in Rajasthan by survey of Engineering Institutions by leading Career guidance and Consulting portal CAREER360
University of Engineering & Management (UEM), Jaipur again got 1st position in Jaipur in the NPTEL examination, for 12 sessions now. NPTEL examination was conducted by the SWAYAM initiative of the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India in association with the IITs and IISc.
University of Engineering and Management UEM Jaipur awarded as UNIVERSITY WITH BEST PLACEMENTS - DOMESTIC AND INTERNATIONAL in the MSME INDIA WEEK 2024 on THURSDAY 25.07.2024 in HOTEL RADISSON CITY CENTRE in JAIPUR.
UEM Jaipur has ranked in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings 2024.
Times Higher Education (THE) Global Ranking, Londan Ranked to the University of Engineering & Management, Jaipur for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) & Strong Institutions (SI) 2024
UEM Jaipur awarded with the OUTSTANDING UNIVERSITY WITH BEST PLACEMENTS IN INDIA 2024 by ObserveNow digital media in 5th EDUCATION LEADERS CONCLAVE & AWARDS in Dubai on 8th February 2024.
UEM Jaipur awarded with the CAMBRIDGE LEARNING PARTNERSHIP - EXCELLENCE AWARD under the category of SOUTH ASIA AWARDS 2023-24 by Cambridge University Press and Assessment for our Academic Association for the Cambridge LinguaSkill Tests and Assessments in New Delhi on 31st January 2024.
2023
In 2023, Govt. of India, Ministry of Education has ranked UEM JAIPUR in 1st position in North-Western India through Institution's Innovation Council.
In 2022, UEM JAIPUR has ranked in 2nd position in entire North-Western India, under the Institutions Innovation Council (IIC) by the Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.
"1st in Rajasthan State, 3rd in All India (BCA & MCA Both)"
Award-Best University with quality Education in Jaipur in the Event Global Education Achievement Awards 2023
2022
'GOLD BAND' with A Grade by R World Institution Ranking
'Govt. and Private Institutions- All India Ranks - 32 Top Private Institutions- All India Ranks- 26 1st in Rajasthan and 10th in Entire North India
In 2022, UEM JAIPUR has been ranked as the "Most Promising University" by Atal Ranking of Institutions on Innovation Achievements - ARIIA rankings, the 2nd most prestigious rankings by Ministry of Education, Govt. of India.

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