Pranay Kharate
Results-driven Geology post-graduate with expertise in geological field mapping, remote sensing, and GIS-based spatial analysis
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Results-driven Geology post-graduate with demonstrated expertise in geological field mapping, remote sensing, and GIS-based spatial analysis. Proven hands-on experience through technical training and apprenticeships with Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL), NIT Raipur, and CROPC. Skilled in ground geophysical methods, subsurface potential zone modeling, and sample characterization.
Adept at executing structured geological investigations, scientific reporting, and terrain assessments in remote, high-demand field environments.
Experience
Graduate Apprentice – Mineral Exploration - Mineral Exploration and Consultancy Limited (MECL) - Nagpur, Maharashtra
- Trained in mineral exploration methodologies, structural logging, and systematic subsurface exploration protocols.
- Assisted senior exploration geologists with drilling data compilation, core analysis, and sample preparation workflows.
- Contributed to quality assurance, field record maintenance, and compliance reporting for exploration targets.
- Hands on experience in handling the core tools of Data processing like AutoCAD, Arc GIS, Microsoft Excel, Word
Research Intern – Hydrogeology & GIS - National Institute of Technology (NIT) Raipur - Raipur, Chhattisgarh
- Integrated remote sensing data with GIS software (ArcGIS/QGIS) to delineate and map groundwater potential zones.
- Executed field-based electrical resistivity surveys (Vertical Electrical Sounding) for subsurface lithology and aquifer characterization.
- Processed spatial datasets, thematic layers, and resistivity curves to support hydrogeological modeling.
Project Intern – Hazard Mapping & Risk Assessment - Climate Resilient Observing Systems Promotion Council (CROPC) - New Delhi
- Conducted geospatial hazard vulnerability mapping and risk assessment workflows for climate-resilience monitoring.
- Documented technical observations and risk matrices for environmental impact reporting.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Geology - Govt. Institute of Science, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (2024-01 - 2026-01)
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Geology, Physics, Mathematics - Deogiri College, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University (2021-01 - 2024-01)
