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Prof. Dr. S. Jeelani
M.Sc. Ph.D

Prof. Dr. S. Jeelani

M.Sc. Ph.D, MBA

Prof. Dr. S. Jeelani is a distinguished academician with over 35 years of experience in teaching, research, and academic administration.

He currently serves as the Professor cum Director at the Centre for Distance & Virtual Learning, University of Hyderabad. His illustrious career spans roles such as Vice Chancellor of ICFAI University Raipur, Scientist at ISRO, and Controller of Examinations at MANUU.

He has published 70+ research papers, authored 10 books, and delivered 900+ guest lectures. Prof. Jeelani also holds three patents and has been part of several high-power committees and advisory boards at state and national levels.

Experience

Total Teaching, Research, and Academic Administrative Experience: 35 years

Professor cum Director: CDVL, University of Hyderabad (2009 – Present)
Professor (Hon): Mahatma Gandhi Research Institute for Social Sciences, Hyderabad
Vice Chancellor (2018): ICFAI University Raipur, appointed by the Hon'ble Governor of Chhattisgarh
Controller of Examinations: Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad (2007–2009)
Regional Head, UGC: Regional Office, Hyderabad (2003–2007)
Scientist NRSA (ISRO): National Remote Sensing Centre, ISRO, Hyderabad — worked on 8 major ISRO projects
Patents Registered: Three research patents in sensors for agricultural soil detection and pharmacy
Research Publications & Books: 70 research papers in National and International ISSN journals and 8 books with ISBN recognition. 900+ guest lectures delivered.