Medicaps University, Indore, in collaboration with Decibels Lab, inaugurated a 2,500 sq. ft. Electric Vehicle Center of Excellence on 15 September 2026, bringing advanced EV technology, testing, hands-on learning and research capabilities into an academic environment.
The Centre has been developed to bridge the gap between classroom learning and real-world EV engineering, providing a platform for students, faculty and researchers to engage with battery technology, BMS, cell characterisation, EV powertrain and motor testing, vehicle testing, automotive CAN and EV research and development.
Industry and Academic Leaders Attend the Inauguration
The inauguration was attended by leaders from the automotive, energy, academia and EV technology sectors, highlighting the growing importance of industry-academia collaboration in advancing electric mobility education, research and skill development.
- Shri Rajesh Jain, Vice President, Eicher Trucks and Bus
- Shri Ashish Kumar Singh, Deputy General Manager / Retail Regional Head, HPCL Indore
The university fraternity was represented by Shri R.C. Mittal, Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Dilip K. Patnaik, Vice Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) Birajashis Pattnaik, Pro Vice-Chancellor, Prof. (Dr.) P. Siluvainathan, Registrar and Rajendra Kumar Shukla, Professor and Head, Mechanical Engineering.
Decibels Lab was represented by Mr. Suraj S D, Founder & CEO, and Mr. Naveen C S, Co-Founder.
A Hands-on EV Technology Ecosystem
The Centre brings together dedicated capabilities across key areas of electric mobility engineering:
- Battery & BMS
- Cell Testing & Characterisation
- Battery Pack Technology
- EV Powertrain & Motor Testing
- Vehicle Testing & Validation
- Automotive CAN & Diagnostics
- EV Research & Development
Key infrastructure includes a 2-Wheeler Chassis Dynamometer, Advanced Four-Quadrant Motor Test Bench, Battery Pack Manufacturing Platform, Cell Testing & Characterisation Lab, Multi-Cell BMS Development & Testing Lab and Automotive CAN Communication Unit.
The facilities are intended to provide practical exposure to battery testing, BMS development, cell characterisation, motor performance analysis, road-load simulation, vehicle testing, automotive communication and EV system validation.
Medicaps University × Decibels Lab
The Centre represents a collaboration between Medicaps University’s academic ecosystem and Decibels Lab’s capabilities in EV laboratory development, engineering R&D, testing and characterisation and technical skill development.
Through the collaboration, the partners aim to create an environment where academic learning can connect with practical engineering, experimentation, testing and research. The Centre is positioned to support hands-on learning, technical upskilling, student projects, faculty development, applied research and industry-oriented projects.
Strengthening EV Education, Research and Industry Readiness
The Electric Vehicle Center of Excellence is designed to support the development of future-ready engineering capabilities as the electric mobility ecosystem continues to evolve. By bringing laboratory infrastructure and practical engineering exposure into the university environment, the Centre can provide students and faculty with opportunities to work with technologies and testing systems relevant to modern EV development.
The Centre also provides a foundation for future technical programmes, industry interaction, student projects, faculty engagement and applied research in electric mobility.
Inauguration Programme
The programme included the formal inauguration of the Centre, interactions with university and industry leadership, and an overview and walkthrough of the EV infrastructure and technology capabilities established at Medicaps University.
The participating guests had an opportunity to engage with the Centre and understand its potential role in practical EV education, technical training, research and industry collaboration.
Looking Ahead
With the Centre now inaugurated, Medicaps University and Decibels Lab will continue to explore opportunities to strengthen EV education, technical skill development, applied research and industry engagement.
The collaboration is intended to create sustained opportunities for students, faculty, researchers and industry stakeholders to engage with emerging electric mobility technologies and contribute to the development of the future EV workforce.
