Professor N. P. Padhy is a leading academic and researcher in the field of power systems, artificial intelligence, and energy systems. With a career dedicated to advancing technology and education, he is currently serving as
Director of the Malaviya National Institute of Technology (MNIT), Jaipur
Chairperson (In-Charge) of its Board of Governors
Director (In-Charge) at the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT), Kota,
Chair Professor at the IIT Palakkad Technology IHub Foundation (IPTIF)
Professor Padhy has held multiple prominent positions throughout his career, including:
Senate Member of IIT Mandi since 2023.
Professor (HAG) at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Roorkee, where he contributed extensively to research and teaching.
Dean of Academic Affairs at IIT Roorkee (2017–2021), where he played a pivotal role in academic planning and administration.
Founder Head of the Mehta Family School of Data Science & Artificial Intelligence, IIT Roorkee (2021–2022).
Multiple Chair Professorships, including the Ravi Mohan Mangal Institute Chair Professor and 1992 Batch Chair Professor, both at IIT Roorkee.