Dr. K. Namrata is an accomplished academician and researcher with a rich background in Electrical Engineering. She earned her Ph.D. from the esteemed National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur, India in 2017, complementing her academic journey that began with an M.Tech in Power Systems in 2001 from the same institution. Her foundation in the field was laid with a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from the National Institute of Technology, Patna in 1998.

Currently holding the position of Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at NIT Jamshedpur, Dr. Namrata brings nearly 23 years of extensive experience in academia and research. Her scholarly pursuits are centered around vital areas such as Solar Power Generation and Conversion, Solar Radiation Estimation, Renewable Energy-Based System Modeling and Simulation, Microgrid Operation and Control, Hybrid Energy Systems, and Renewable Power System Energy Management. A dedicated member of IEEE and a lifetime patron of the Indian Society for Technical Education, Dr. Namrata's academic contributions are substantiated by over 75 published research papers in esteemed journals and international conferences. She has also authored 2 books and served as the editor of Springer's distinguished work, "Smart Energy and Advancement in Power Technologies".

Her leadership extends beyond the classroom. She has spearheaded numerous short-term courses and conferences in the realm of renewable energy. Her global engagement is evidenced by her roles as a session chair, advisory committee member, and technical committee member at various international conferences.

Her consultancy expertise encompasses Renewable Energy Systems, particularly in Solar Photo Voltaic (SPV) Power Systems and the design of solar rooftop grid-connected systems for industries. She is a revered reviewer for esteemed journals including the International Journal of Renewable Energy, International Journal of Emerging Electric Power Systems, IEEE System, IEEE Access, Solar Energy, Applied Energy, Electric Power Components and Systems, and International Journal of Green Energy.

Dr. K. Namrata's contributions to the field of renewable energy have been recognized on a global scale. Her research on "Determining Regression Constants for Calculating Global Solar Radiation in the Jharkhand (India) Region" earned her the esteemed Best Poster Award at the 3rd International Conference on Renewable Energy Research and Applications (ICRERA 2014) held in Milwaukee, USA. She has been honored with the distinguished "Young Observer Award 2023" for her unwavering commitment and remarkable impact on higher education.