SRM Institute of Science and Technology (SRMIST) and Stellantis India have formed a partnership aimed at developing electric vehicle (EV) technologies and training skilled engineers for the EV sector.

The collaboration will take place through SRMIST’s Centre for Electrical Mobility (CEM), which will work with Stellantis on joint research projects, skill-building initiatives, and real-world testing of EV components.

As part of the agreement, Stellantis has provided two Citroën ë-C3 electric vehicles to CEM. These vehicles will be used by students and researchers for testing, diagnostics, and performance evaluation.

“This initiative allows students to work on real-world vehicles, deepening their practical knowledge and accelerating the development of job-ready EV engineers,” the institute stated.

Dr C. Muthamizhchelvan, Vice Chancellor, SRMIST, said, “At SRM IST, we are committed to building an ecosystem of innovation that advances the frontiers of electric mobility, sustainability, and automobile engineering. Through collaborations with industry leaders and investment in research infrastructure, we are shaping the next generation of engineers.”

Dr Bharatiraja Chokkalingam, Head of CEM, added that the DST-PURSE grant is being used to establish a national platform for electric and autonomous mobility. “We’re creating a platform that unites innovation, skill development, and industry-focused education,” he said.

Stellantis engineers will work closely with SRMIST faculty to identify key research areas and support skill development through workshops and technical sessions.

Ashwin Kaundinya from Stellantis India said, “We applaud SRMIST’s approach to EV research. Their focus on real-world innovation and academic excellence complements Stellantis’ mission to drive sustainable mobility forward.”

Sriram Venkataramanan of Stellantis India added, “At Stellantis, we believe the future of sustainable mobility lies in forging strong, innovation-led partnerships with academic institutions. SRMIST’s Centre for Electrical Mobility exemplifies this ideal.”

The partnership will support the design, prototyping, and validation of EV technologies while aligning academic programmes with industry needs.