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Vikas Upadhyaya

Dr Vikas Upadhyaya

  • Associate Professor and Officiating Area Director
  • Area: Electronics and Communications Engineering
Vikas Upadhyaya
Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya is a dedicated academic and researcher with over 18 years of experience in Electronics and Communication Engineering. Currently an Associate Professor and officiating Area Director at NIIT University, his academic and research interests include Analog and Digital Electronics, Computer Vision, Artificial Intelligence, and Machine Learning. Dr. Upadhyaya has an extensive publication record in leading international journals and conferences, and actively mentors students in cutting-edge research and innovation. As the President of the Institution’s Innovation Council and Faculty In-charge of the Centre for Innovation, Incubation and Entrepreneurship, he plays a pivotal role in nurturing a dynamic ecosystem that bridges academic research with real-world applications, fostering student-led startups and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Qualification

  • PhD (Multiple Sensor approach for Security and Surveillance)
  • MTech (Electronics and Communications Engineering)
  • BTech (Electronics and Communications Engineering)

Experience

Teaching – 18+ years

Courses taught

  • Fundamentals of Electronics
  • Analog Electronics
  • Digital Logic & Circuits
  • Integrated Electronics
  • Control Theory
  • Computer Architecture and Organization
  • Microprocessor and Microcontroller
  • Linear Integrated Circuits
  • Digital Image Processing
  • Computer Vision
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Machine Learning

Research area(s)

  • Computer Vision
  • Machine Learning
  • Analog & Digital System Design
  • Robotics & Automation

Consulting Area(s)

  • Computer Vision
  • Machine Learning
  • Analog & Digital System Design
  • Robotics & Automation

Selected publications

  • Patent on “BIOINSPIRED SEMI-AUTONOMOUS ROBOTIC SYSTEM WITH CAMERA AND RF COMMUNICATION” Application Number: 202511031547. Patent Number: 599692. Filing date: March 31, 2025. Date of Grant: August 18, 2026.
  • Upadhyaya, V., Tiwari, N. (2026), Low cost and easily deployable weight sensing subsystem design for WIM systems. Innovation Infrastructure Solution. Springer. 11, 295. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41062-026-02700-3.
  • Upadhyaya, V., Tiwari, N. Monocular Vision Based Approach for Occlusion Detection and Handling: A Way Forward for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. Int. J. ITS Res. (2024). https://doi.org/10.1007/s13177-024-00389-1
  • L. V. S. Mamidi, P. Chaitanya and V. Upadhyaya, ‘Application of Image Processing in E-Commerce’ International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology, vol. 9, no. 2, pp. 355-359, 2019. DOI: 10.35940/ijeat.B3036.129219
  • V. Upadhyaya and S. H. Shaikh, ‘Smart Traffic Security and Surveillance System,’ International Journal of Tomography and Simulation, vol. 31 no. 3, pp. 42-56, 2018
  • V. Upadhyaya and S. H. Shaikh, ‘Traffic Monitoring using Multiple sensors,’ International Journal of Sensors, Wireless Communications and Control, vol. 8, no. 1, pp. 1-13, 2018. DOI: 10.2174/2210327908666180307154048
  • V. Upadhyaya and D. Sharma, ‘Relative Object Tracking using Background Features,’ International Journal on Imaging and Robotics, vol. 16, no. 4, pp. 107-124, 2016.
  • V. Upadhyaya and S. H. Shaikh, ‘Vehicle speed detection and notification for highway monitoring,’ in Information - An International Interdisciplinary Journal, vol. 19, no. 9, pp. 4169-4176, 2016.

Journal Papers:

  • Upadhyaya, V., Tiwari, N. (2026), Low cost and easily deployable weight sensing subsystem design for WIM systems. Innovation Infrastructure Solution. Springer. 11, 295. https://doi.org/10.1007/s41062-026-02700-3.
  • Rustagi Y, Sahu I, Upadhyaya V. (2026), Anomaly Detection in Human Behaviour Using Computer Vision: A Review. Journal of Advanced Research in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Neural Networks. 10(1), PP. 13-17. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/3117.4787.202602.
  • Saharkar A, Sawarn R, Upadhyaya V. (2026), De-Fake: Counterfeit Currency Detection. Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Technology and Software Applications. 10(1), PP. 16-20. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/3051.4304.202603.
  • Raychaudhuri A, Singh K, Agrawal G, Singh J, Upadhyaya V. (2026), Diabetes Prediction Based on Machine Learning Techniques: A Review. Journal of Advanced Research in Computer Technology and Software Applications. 10(1), PP. 10-15. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/3051.4304.202602.
  • Rangdrel U J, Kuletha Y, Srivastava A R, Sharma A, Upadhyaya V. (2026), TinyML on Microcontrollers: A Review. Journal of Advanced Research in Electronics Engineering and Technology. 13(1), PP. 12-17. DOI: https://doi.org/10.24321/2456.1428.202603.
  • Upadhyaya, V., Tiwari, N. (2024), Monocular Vision Based Approach for Occlusion Detection and Handling: A Way Forward for Advanced Driver Assistance Systems. International Journal of Intelligent Transportation Systems Research. 22, PP. 205-215. DOI https://doi.org/10.1007/s13177-024-00389-1
  • Vikas Upadhyaya (2022), “A Proposed Security System Using Object Proposals via Superpixel Segmentation”, ADBU Journal of Engineering Technology, 11(1), PP. 1-6.
  • Akash Chakraborty, Neelakshi Talukdar and Vikas Upadhyaya (2022), “An Autonomous Virtual Tour Guide System for Tourists”, ADBU Journal of Engineering Technology, 11(1), PP. 1-6.
  • Lokesh Venkata Sai Mamidi, Pisupati Chaitanya, Vikas Upadhyaya (2019), “Application of Image Processing in E-Commerce” International Journal of Engineering and Advanced Technology, 9(2), PP. 355-359. DOI: 10.35940/ijeat.B3036.129219.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya and Soharab H. Shaikh (2018), “Smart Traffic Security and Surveillance System” International Journal of Tomography and Simulation, 31(3), PP. 42-56.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya and Soharab H. Shaikh (2018), “Traffic Monitoring using Multiple sensors” International Journal of Sensors, Wireless Communications and Control, 8(1), PP. 1-13. DOI: 10.2174/2210327908666180307154048.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya and Deependra Sharma (2016), “Relative Object Tracking using Background Features” International Journal on Imaging and Robotics, 16(4), PP. 107-124.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya and Soharab H. Shaikh (2016), “Vehicle speed detection and notification for highway monitoring” Information-An International Interdisciplinary Journal, 19(9), PP. 4169-4176.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya (2012), “Geometric Programming: A tool for CMOS OP-AMP design” International Journal of Advances in Electronics Engineering, 2(1), PP. 56-58. DOI: 10.15224/978-981-07-1847-3-365.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya (2012), “Optimal Design of CMOS OP-AMP via Geometric Programming”, International Journal of Modern Engineering Research, 2(3), PP. 1331-1333.
Conference Papers:
  • Saumya Srivastava, Vikas Upadhyaya (2026), “Dual Inequity of Uniform Differential Privacy in Heterogeneous Federated Medical Imaging”, 4th International Conference on Advanced Network Technologies and Applications (APAN 2026). DOI:
  • Yuvraj Vig, Diutimaya Mohanty and Vikas Upadhyaya (2026), “An Autonomous Tour Guide System with Hybrid Indoor-Outdoor Localization and AI-Driven Content Delivery”, 4th International Conference on Advanced Network Technologies and Applications (APAN 2026). DOI:
  • Kamakshi Bali, Aditi Jangra, and Vikas Upadhyaya (2026), “Fruit Classification Using Spiking Neural Networks for Edge Deployment”, IEEE International Conference on Signals and Systems (ICSigSys 2026). DOI: 10.1109/ICSigSys71160.2026.11613882
  • Tanvi Yadav, Shivanshi Sharma, Kavneet Kaur, and Vikas Upadhyaya (2026), “IoT-Based Automated Mushroom House with Early-Stage Disease Detection”, The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Systems, and Emerging Technologies (ICAISET 2026). DOI: 10.1109/ICAISET66439.2026.11542036
  • Sakshi Prasad, Bhavika Pawar, Sonali Paliwal, and Vikas Upadhyaya (2026), “Explainable AI in Epileptic Seizure Detection”, The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Systems, and Emerging Technologies (ICAISET 2026). DOI: 10.1109/ICAISET66439.2026.11541307
  • Himadri Bahuguna, Shraddha Mandal, Ishaan Bhairab Sensharma, Vikas Upadhyaya, and Neha Tiwari (2026), “Early Stage Detection of Chronic Kidney Disease using Machine Learning”, The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Systems, and Emerging Technologies (ICAISET 2026). DOI: 10.1109/ICAISET66439.2026.11541350
  • Anupam Raj, and Vikas Upadhyaya (2026), “Implementation of a Smartphone-Based Multi-sensor Counterfeit Currency Detection”, The International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Systems, and Emerging Technologies (ICAISET 2026). DOI: 10.1109/ICAISET66439.2026.11542001
  • Naman Mani, Abhishek Kakde, Riya Gupta, Vikas Upadhyaya, “Hardware-Aware TinyML for Energy-Efficient Cataract Detection in Ophthalmology on Edge Devices”, IEEE International Conference on Industry 4.0, Artificial Intelligence, and Communications Technology (IAICT 2026). DOI: 10.1109/IAICT71158.2026.11620942
  • Manan Jindal, Sayak Ghorai, Yash Upadhyay and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Microplastic Detection in Glass Containers Using Circular Hough Transform and YOLOv8n”, International Conference on Advanced Technologies in Energy and Informatics (ICATEI-2025). DOI: 10.1109/ICATEI67676.2025.11405237
  • Gajula Soumith and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “AI-Powered Beach Safety System”, International Conference on Data Driven Computing and IOT (DDCIOT-2025).
  • Drishti Joshi, Deepro Chatterjee and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Enhancing Education through Ethical Integration of Generative AI”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2025). DOI: 10.1109/ICCA66035.2025.11430995.
  • Sakshi Prasad and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Stress Monitoring Using Wearable Technology”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2025). DOI: 10.1109/ICCA66035.2025.11430810.
  • Yash Upadhyay, Nitesh Jha and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “A Deep Learning Approach for Early Detection of Depression from Structured Questionnaire Data”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2025).
  • Sarabjoth Bhatia, Avijith Manikandan and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “'Towards Seamless Text-to-ISL Translation: A Hybrid Framework and Comprehensive Review”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2025). DOI: 10.1109/ICCA66035.2025.11430824.
  • Ankita Kapoor, Gautam Sharma, Samarth Tanay and Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Multi-Agent Traffic Management System for Smart Cities – A Review”, International Conference on Engineering Trends in Education Systems & Sustainability (ICETESS-2025).
  • Agnishwar Raychaudhuri, Khushi Singh, Geetika Agrawal, Jagriti Singh and Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Diabetes Prediction Based on Machine Learning Techniques: A Review”, International Conference on Engineering Trends in Education Systems & Sustainability (ICETESS-2025).
  • Ugyen Jigme Rangdrel, Yash Kuletha, Anmol Ranjan Srivastava, Abhilaksh Sharma and Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “TinyML on Microcontrollers: A Review”, International Conference on Engineering Trends in Education Systems & Sustainability (ICETESS-2025).
  • Yash Rustagi, Ishika Sahu and Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Anomaly detection in human behaviour using computer vision: A review”, International Conference on Engineering Trends in Education Systems & Sustainability (ICETESS-2025).
  • Amruta Saharkar, Rakshit Sawarn and Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “DE-FAKE: Counterfeit currency detection”, International Conference on Engineering Trends in Education Systems & Sustainability (ICETESS-2025).
  • Yash Upadhyay, Nitesh Jha and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “A Deep Learning Approach for Early Detection of Depression from Structured Questionnaire Data”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2025). DOI: 10.1109/ICCA66035.2025.11431092.
  • Ahana Nair, Archana Anto and Dr. Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “Presentation Attack Detection in Facial Recognition: A Survey into Facial Spoofing Countermeasures”, International Conference on Engineering Trends in Education Systems & Sustainability (ICETESS-2025).
  • Aastha Kumar, Kaustav Karan, Ananya Gupta and Vikas Upadhyaya (2025), “The Psychology of Fonts: How Typeface Influences Perception and Cognition - A Review”, International Conference on Networked Computing and Data Analytics (ICNCDA-2025).
  • Rayan Chowdhury and Vikas Upadhyaya (2024), “Object Detection and Categorization in Complex Scenarios Using Deep Learning”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2024). DOI: 10.1109/ICCA62237.2024.10928122.
  • Arnav Neil Ignatius, Anuj Jain, Parth Sandeep Chauhan and Vikas Upadhyaya (2024), “The Application of Virtual Fencing in Home Security Systems”, International Conference on Computer and Applications (ICCA-2024). DOI: 10.1109/ICCA62237.2024.10928068.
  • Dikshant Sharma, Akshata S, Celestin Neil Fernandes and Vikas Upadhyaya (2024), “Integrated Traffic Management System: A review”, Sixteenth International Conference on Contemporary Computing (IC3). PP 546 – 556. DOI: 10.1145/3675888.3676111.
  • Vikas Upadhyaya (2022), “A Proposed Security System Using Object Proposals via Superpixel Segmentation”, NUclearCSE-2022.
  • Akash Chakraborty, Neelakshi Talukdar and Vikas Upadhyaya (2022), “An Autonomous Virtual Tour Guide System for Tourists”, NUclearCSE-2022.
  • Rama Chidambaram RM and Vikas Upadhyaya (2017), “Automation in drip irrigation using IOT devices”, International Conference on Image Information Processing, PP 1-5. DOI: 10.1109/ICIIP.2017.8313733.
  • Siddharth Shashikar and Vikas Upadhyaya (2017), “Traffic Surveillance and anomaly detection using image processing”, International Conference on Image Information Processing, PP 1-6. DOI: 10.1109/ICIIP.2017.8313721.
  • Samarth Gupta and Vikas Upadhyaya (2016), “Automated Vehicle Detection Using Optical Fiber Communication”, IEEE Sensors, PP. 1-3. DOI: 10.1109/ICSENS.2016.7808495.
  • Shashank Ramesh and Vikas Upadhyaya (2016), “Vehicle Classification and Lane Categorization”, International Conference on Computer, Control, Informatics and its applications, PP. 17-22. DOI: 10.1109/IC3INA.2016.7863016.
  • Pranith K. Thadagoppula and Vikas Upadhyaya (2016), “Vehicle speed detection using Image processing”, International Conference on Computer, Control, Informatics and its applications, PP. 11-16. DOI: 10.1109/IC3INA.2016.7863015.
  • Debesh Bar, Dhruv Pande, Manveer S. Sandhu and Vikas Upadhyaya (2015), “Real-time Security Solution for Automatic Detection and Tracking of Intrusion”, International Conference on Image Information Processing, PP. 399-402. DOI: 10.1109/ICIIP.2015.7414804.
  • Arshnoor Kaur and Vikas Upadhyaya (2014), “Acoustic Signature of Moving Vehicles Application to Traffic Management”, Science Congress, Chandigarh.
  • Chhavi Sharma, Dhruv Pande and Vikas Upadhyaya (2014), “Object Detection and Path Finding Using Monocular Vision”, International Conference on Signal Propagation and Computer Technology PP. 376-379. DOI: 10.1109/ICSPCT.2014.6885028.

Books and Book Chapters

  • V. Upadhyaya and N. Kothari, Analog Electronics, India: Himanshu Publication, 2010

Consultancy

  • Project title: Automation in hole drilling process using Computer Vision for mesh preparation in medical applications. Field of work: Computer Vision and Embedded Systems Client Company: Noveltech Engineering Solutions Duration: May 2023 – March 2024.

Professional activities and achievements

  • Copyright on “AI-Assisted Adaptive Personalized Learning Framework”. Diary Number: LD-39374/2026-CO. Filing Date: August 21, 2026.
  • Patent on “BIOINSPIRED SEMI-AUTONOMOUS ROBOTIC SYSTEM WITH CAMERA AND RF COMMUNICATION” Application Number: 202511031547. Patent Number: 599692. Filing date: March 31, 2025. Date of Grant: August 18, 2026.
  • Design Registration on “Smartphone Assisted Device for Canine Ocular Diagnostics”, Application Number: 511437-001. CBR Number: 217661. Filing date: July 30, 2026.
  • Patent on “An Autonomous Tour Guide System with Hybrid Indoor-Outdoor Localization and Artificial- Intelligence-Driven Content Delivery.” Application Number: 202611072317. Publication date: Aug 7, 2026. Filing date: June 10, 2026.
  • Copyright on “CITRUSVISION SOFTWARE”. Diary Number: SW-26854/2026-CO. Filing Date: June 8, 2026.
  • Copyright on “NeuroSHAP- Machine Learning, Deep Learning and Explainable AIFramework for EEG Classification”. Diary Number: SW-26811/2026-CO. Filing Date: June 8, 2026.
  • Copyright on “Coding Guru”. Diary Number: SW-6617/2026-CO. Filing Date: Feb 12, 2026.
  • Copyright on “CanisVisAuto - Vision Automation Based Canine EyeDisease Detection Software”. Diary Number: SW-5621/2026-CO. Filing date: Feb 6, 2026.
  • Copyright on “ImageAuth”. Diary Number: SW-5104/2026-CO. ROC No: SW-2026023518. ROC date: Aug 5, 2026.
  • Patent on “Barcode Scanning System And Method Thereof.” Application Number: 202511134041. Publication date: Feb 6, 2026.
  • Patent on “System and Method for Automated Detection of Geometric Shapes and Actuator-Based Drilling on Mesh Images.” Application Number: 202511123793. Publication date: Jan 23, 2026.
  • Patent on “AI-Enabled Multi-Sensor Fusion System for Real-Time Counterfeit Currency Detection.” Application Number: 202511112925. Publication date: Jan 9, 2026.
  • Patent on “BIOINSPIRED SEMI-AUTONOMOUS ROBOTIC SYSTEM WITH CAMERAAND RF COMMUNICATION.” Application Number: 202511031547. Publication date: April 18, 2025.
  • Copyright on “DE-FAKE”. Diary Number: 10059/2025-CO/SW. ROC No: SW-2026022379. ROC Date: Feb 6, 2026.
  • Patent on “A Method for Developing and Implementing a National Cyber Security Plan.” Application Number: 202321066048. Publication date: Jan 5, 2024.
  • Patent on “SPOT-THE-FAKE.” Application Number: 202411077371. Application date: Oct 11, 2024.
  • Faculty mentor to DRDO project on ‘Automated Vehicle Detection by Integrated Sensor Approach’ for OFF Route mine to defend Indian territory against armoured vehicles like tanks, 2013-2014.

FDP/MDP Conducted:

  • Management Development Programme on “Export Procedure & Documentation” at NIIT University in association with MSME Development & Facilitation office (MSME-DFO), Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India and Laghu Udyog Bharati, Neemrana (2025).
  • Management Development Programme on “Financial Management for MSMEs” at NIIT University in association with MSME Development & Facilitation office (MSME-DFO), Ministry of MSME, Govt. of India and Laghu Udyog Bharati, Neemrana (2025).

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