Collaboration to equip engineering students with skills in Full Stack, Cloud, Agile, .NET, and DevOps, along with mentorship, internships, and placements
Chandigarh, August 20, 2025: Chandigarh University, ranked as India’s top private university, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Capgemini, a global leader in business and technology services, to strengthen industry-academia collaboration and prepare students for the digital economy.
Through this partnership, engineering students will gain structured training in high-demand technologies such as Full Stack Development, Cloud, .NET, Agile, and DevOps, delivered by certified trainers and industry experts. The initiative also includes internships, placements, curriculum support, faculty training, and continuous mentorship, ensuring students graduate with real-world exposure and job-ready skills.
“This partnership with Capgemini is a significant step in aligning our academic offerings with industry needs,” said Deep Inder Singh Sandhu, Senior Managing Director, Chandigarh University. “Our students will benefit immensely from Capgemini’s expertise, mentorship, and professional network, enabling them to develop real-world skills, industry insights, and a competitive edge in the job market.”
Representing Capgemini at the MoU signing, Vishal Gupta, Executive Vice President & COO, Apps Business – Financial Services, highlighted the company’s commitment to nurturing the next generation of technology professionals. Dr. Satbir Singh Sehgal, Pro Vice Chancellor Engineering, Chandigarh University, was also present at the ceremony.
Sandhu further emphasized, “This collaboration reflects a long-term vision to create a pipeline of skilled professionals who can become innovators, problem-solvers, and leaders in the tech-driven future.”
About Chandigarh University
Chandigarh University is one of India’s leading private universities, known for academic innovation, industry partnerships, and global exposure. It offers multidisciplinary programs across engineering, management, law, hospitality, and more, with a strong focus on employability and research.
About Capgemini
Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation leader, headquartered in Paris, with over 350,000 team members in nearly 50 countries. Leveraging its expertise in cloud, data, AI, connectivity, and software, Capgemini partners with businesses to navigate digital transformation and build sustainable futures.