Dr. B.C. Jinaga graduated in Engineering from Karnatak University, Dharwad and did his M.Tech from Regional Engineering College, Warangal and Ph.D. from Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. For two years he was on the faculty of Karnatak Regional Engineering College, Surathkal and for a short period he worked with a research group at Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore. Since 1976, he is with Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University Hyderabad.Presently he is Professor in Electronics and Communication Engineering and Director Incharge, School of Information Technology. Dr. Jinaga has held many responsible positions in the University.He was Director of Evaluation, Director Academic and Planning, Registrar and Rector of the University.He was Convener of ECET,a state level entrance test for admission of Diploma holders into Engineering, for 3 years.In addition to his regular academic work, he is actively engaged in Research and Development.He has guided 5 students for Ph.D and presently 12 students are working for Ph.D. under his supervision. He has published about 40 research papers in International and National Journals and Conferences.His research interests are in the area of Digital Signal Processing, Image Processing, Neural Networks, Digital Circuits, Embedded Systems and Digital Communications. He was awarded Best Teacher award in 2002 from the Government of Andhra Pradesh