Member
Pro-Vice Chancellor
As Pro Vice Chancellor of CMR University, Dr. R. Praveen oversees the institution’s academic and administrative functions, encompassing policy formulation, regulatory compliance, and the implementation of systems and processes that uphold institutional standards of excellence.
A seasoned educationist with over 29 years of teaching and research experience and 21 years in academic administration, Dr. Praveen epitomises the ideals of a committed academician. He blends administrative leadership with scholarly research and active engagement across academic communities. His leadership has extended to critical university systems, including student registration and enrolment, academic records management, course and examination scheduling, and digital platforms such as Banner and Degree Audit.
Prior to his current role, Dr. Praveen served as Registrar of CMR University, Principal of CMR College of Education, and lecturer at several leading Colleges of Education in Bengaluru. His career reflects a deep commitment to academic governance, process efficiency, and institutional growth.
Dr. Praveen is widely recognised for his mentorship. He has successfully guided ten research scholars to the award of a Ph.D., with four more currently pursuing their doctorates. He continues to mentor faculty, staff, and students, fostering a culture of continuous academic development. His scholarly contributions include numerous publications presented at national and international forums, reflecting his interdisciplinary expertise. He holds postgraduate degrees in Physics, Psychology, and Education, an M.Phil. in Education, and earned his Ph.D. in Education in 2003.
Dr. Praveen also serves on more than 14 national and state-level boards, committees, and professional bodies, including the All India Association of Educational Research, the Council of Behavioural Scientists, the Council of Teacher Education, and the Psycholinguistic Association of India. His active participation underscores his influence on educational policy, curriculum design, and quality enhancement initiatives at the institutional and national levels.
With a career dedicated to academic leadership and a strong belief in the transformative power of education, Dr. R. Praveen continues to advance CMR University’s mission of nurturing creative thinkers who will drive positive global change.
