Annamacharya University aims to apply knowledge and conduct pioneering research to contribute to society in the field of science, technology, and humanities. The institute provides extensive support for students to get involved in research at all levels of their educational programs, with the aim of enabling the active translation of research towards social sustainability and growth. Scholars are provided with a unique opportunity to work with highly qualified faculty members and experts from the industry. The Research Program is headed by Dean, Academic Research. The research areas are:

• Smart Grid
• Soft Computing Techniques
• VLSI and Embedded System Design
• Artificial Intelligence
• Machine Learning
• Control and Automation
• Power Electronics and Drives
• Power Systems
• Renewable Energy
• Electrical Vehicles
• Battery Management Systems
• Distributed Generation
• Power System Stability
• FACTS and HVDC
• Real Time Digital Simulation of Power Electronics
• Power System Security and Protection