Dr. Nikhil Rao, PhD
Dr. Nikhil Rao, PhD in Cybersecurity, is a Senior Technical Education Advisor at AppSyntax India, with 12 years of experience in higher education consulting. He specializes in guiding B.Tech, MS, and PhD aspirants in Computer Science and Cybersecurity toward accredited Indian and international universities. Dr. Rao has extensive expertise in curriculum development, research alignment, and regulatory standards such as UGC, AICTE, NAA, and global accreditation frameworks. Over the past 12 years, he has successfully assisted students with university selection, admissions, project guidance, and career planning, ensuring ethical practices, academic excellence, and long-term success for technical scholars in cybersecurity and
Educational Background
Excellence in PhD CS Guidance Achieved
Guided over 1,000 B.Tech, MS, and PhD students in cybersecurity, established partnerships with international universities, implemented transparent advisory systems, aligned technical research with global standards, and enhanced students’ long-term career success in computer science and cybersecurity fields.
Successfully guided numerous B.Tech, MS, and PhD aspirants globally.
Developed structured cybersecurity research alignment methods improving academic outcomes.
Built strong partnerships with accredited international and Indian universities.
Implemented transparent advisory systems significantly improving student academic performance.
Provided ethical guidance enhancing students’ technical skills and career growth.
