Mr. Akash Mishra

Assistant Professor (Digital Forensics)
Ph.D. (Pursuing), M.Sc. (Digital Forensics and Information Security), B.Tech. (Electronics and Communication Engineering)

Email – ap11.up@rru.ac.in

Research Area – Digital Forensic Investigation, Drone Forensics, Mobile Device Forensics

About Mr. Akash Mishra

Mr. Akash Mishra is an Assistant Professor of Digital Forensics at Rashtriya Raksha University, where he brings over five years of academic, research, and consulting experience in the fields of Cybersecurity and Digital Forensics. His expertise spans Digital Forensic Investigation, Mobile Forensics, Drone Forensics, Cybersecurity, and Social Media Forensics. He is a certified Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) and has completed several other advanced certifications in cybersecurity and forensic technologies.

Mr. Mishra is actively involved in academic instruction, mentoring, and capacity-building programs. He has provided technical support and forensic analysis in sensitive and high-profile cybercrime cases, working closely with various state and national law enforcement agencies. His professional collaborations include key organizations such as the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY) GoI, C-DAC, CERT-In, NIELIT, CDTI, and several other government bodies.

In addition to teaching and research, he regularly contributes to training programs, workshops, and expert sessions for law enforcement officials, students, and professionals, focusing on the practical and legal aspects of digital evidence handling, cybercrime investigation, and emerging forensic technologies.

Academic Qualifications

Areas of Specialization

Publication in Scopus indexed book

Publication in peer reviewed Books

Publication in peer reviewed Journals

Publication in National and International conferences

Expert Lecture as a Resource Person

Delivered a five-day series of sessions at the joint training program organized by CDTI Hyderabad and CDAC Hyderabad on “Cyber Security & Forensics for Law Enforcement Agencies and Judiciary”, held at CDTI Hyderabad.
Delivered technical sessions at the joint training program organized by CERT-In and CDAC Hyderabad on “Telecom Security & Forensics”, conducted at CERT-In, Delhi.
Delivered technical sessions at the joint training program organized by CERT-In and CDAC Hyderabad on “ISC/OT Security & Forensics Level-01”, held at CERT-In, Delhi.
Conducted a session titled “The Role of Parents in Navigating the Digital Age” as an instructor. This was organized by the Central Institute of Educational Technology, NCERT, in collaboration with the Information Security Education and Awareness (ISEA) program of the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology (MeitY), as part of the Cyber Parenting Online Training Program.
Delivered a guest talk on “Digital Forensics from the Perspective of Law Enforcement Agencies”, organized by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering, Ramachandra College of Engineering (RCE), Eluru, Andhra Pradesh.
Delivered multiple technical sessions on various cyber forensics topics and hands-on training for CISF personnel at CDAC Hyderabad, as part of a 10-week Certified Deputy CISO Program, organized under the CISO ISEA Project.
Delivered a guest lecture on “Cyber Hygiene and Best Practices” for Indian Air Force officials, organized by the College of Air Warfare (CAW).
Served as an instructor for a session on “Digital Forensics and Investigation” for CISF personnel at the National Industrial Security Academy (NISA).
Delivered a guest talk on “Cybercrime During COVID and Its Prevention” for senior citizens, organized by the Airfield Police Station under the Commissionerate Police, Bhubaneswar-Cuttack.
Delivered a keynote session on “Digital Forensic & Investigation Process” for law enforcement agencies and officials, organized by Forensic Consultancy Crime Investigation Services.