Mr. Gokulrajaun M is an Assistant Professor in the Fashion & Lifestyle Accessories (F&LA) Department at the National Institute of Fashion Technology (NIFT), Bhubaneswar, where he joined the institute in October 2021. Since 2025, he has also been serving as the Centre Coordinator (CC) for the Fashion & Lifestyle Accessories Department, contributing to academic planning, curriculum coordination, and departmental administration. He teaches undergraduate courses in Accessory Design and the Foundation Programme, with expertise in Product Design, User-Centred Design, Technical Drawing, Geometry, Materials, Manufacturing Processes, and Design Technology. With an interdisciplinary academic background comprising a B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA in Operations, and an M.Tech. in Quality Management, he integrates engineering principles with design education to promote innovation and problem-solving. 

His research interests include Operations Management, Sustainable Supply Chain Management, Operational Analytics, Artificial Intelligence. In addition to teaching and research, he has actively contributed to curriculum development, craft-based research and documentation, industry collaborations, projects, workshops, and various institutional responsibilities, fostering experiential learning and strengthening the connection between design education, technology, sustainability, and industry practices.