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In a defining moment for India’s higher education infrastructure, NBCC (India) Limited the Nation’s premier Navratna CPSE under the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs has been entrusted with a marquee assignment that promises to reshape the academic contours of South India. With a project value of approximately Rs.44 crore, NBCC is all set to take the reins as Project Management Consultant for a grand infrastructure expansion at the Energy Institute, Bengaluru the southern campus of Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology (RGIPT).

Located in Kambalipura, Hosakote Taluk, spread across a sprawling 125-hectare expanse and nestled just a short drive from Bengaluru’s vibrant cityscape and Kempegowda International Airport, this futuristic campus will witness a spectacular architectural transformation. From modern institutional blocks and dignitary guest houses to a vibrant residential hub for students and faculty, the upcoming facilities will reflect not just scale and functionality, but a vision of sustainable, smart living that echoes India’s climate-conscious commitments.

The development will feature a built-up area of over 13,500 square metres and more importantly, a dynamic fusion of technology, architecture and ecological design. The new avatar of the campus will house intelligently designed guest accommodations, fully-equipped hostels, faculty residences, expanded dining infrastructure and a holistic campus environment interlaced with smart infrastructure all seamlessly integrated with energy-efficient systems, digital utilities and green building features.

This project underscores NBCC’s ability to deliver excellence across the entire project lifecycle from concept to commissioning. With deep technical expertise, NBCC will oversee the development of architectural, structural, electrical, and environmental designs, manage tenders and vendors, secure all statutory approvals, and ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental standards. The agency’s robust monitoring mechanisms and professional oversight will ensure timely execution with uncompromised quality.

What sets this project apart is its bold embrace of sustainability. The blueprint incorporates passive design techniques such as recessed fenestration, central courtyards, and natural ventilation, along with climate-responsive materials and thermal insulation. Integrated rainwater harvesting, solar power, and expansive green zones will make the campus a living model of India’s green aspirations.

For RGIPT, the development signals an exciting leap forward in its mission to become a global centre of excellence in energy studies. As India accelerates its energy transition and demand for skilled professionals surges, the new facilities will position the Energy Institute, Bengaluru as a magnet for talent, innovation, and breakthrough research.

With this assignment, NBCC once again reaffirms its reputation as a trailblazer in sustainable institutional development turning blueprints into benchmarks and visions into national assets.