Hindu High School, Srivilliputtur in 1963,[citation needed] Pre-University from St.Joseph's College, Trichy in 1964,[citation needed] Bachelor and Master of Technology in Leather Technology from the University of Madras in 1969 and 1972, respectively with first rank and Doctor of Philosophy in Chemistry from the University of Leeds,[5] England in January 1976.

Led CLRI in providing cleaner tanning technology options for a group of 764 tanneries in a record time of 12 months.

[citation needed] Led the Indian initiative in forecasting colours for Modeurop[6] Congress gaining India, a niche status in the fashion world.

Prepared a vision, mission and action document for leading the growth of CLRI and gaining for India global leadership in leather by way of original publications, IPR generation and technologies delivered.

During his eight years stint at the DST, Dr Ramasami was instrumental in its budget increase that jumped several-fold and launch of many new programs.