Bangalore, Karnataka, 6th of August, 2026 : East Point Group of Institutions (EPGI), Bengaluru, has been conferred with the prestigious “Best Educational Group of the Year” at the Outlook Business Spotlight – Nation Builders Excellence Awards, held recently in Bengaluru, Karnataka. The award was presented by the Hon’ble Health and Family Welfare Minister of Karnataka, Shri U. T. Khader, to Rajiv Gowda, CEO of East Point Group of Institutions. The recognition reflects the institution’s sustained commitment to academic excellence, innovation, industry engagement, and student success.
The East Point Group of Institutions (EPGI), Bengaluru, is a leading multidisciplinary academic ecosystem with 12 institutions, 10,000+ students, a 100+ acre integrated campus, and a 1,200-bedded multi-specialty teaching hospital, delivering industry-focused education, research, and innovation across diverse disciplines.
This achievement further reinforces the institution’s growing national reputation, with consistent recognition among leading higher education institutions in prominent academic rankings and national surveys. Over the years, it has also been honoured by reputed industry bodies and national award platforms for its contributions to quality education and excellence in professional learning.
Rajiv Gowda, CEO, East Point Group of Institutions, said: “This recognition belongs to our students, faculty, alumni, and every member of the East Point family. It reflects our shared commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and creating meaningful opportunities for young minds. We remain dedicated to empowering students with career-focused programmes and expert-led learning experiences designed for real-world success.”
The recognition marks another significant milestone for East Point Group of Institutions, reflecting its continued commitment to academic excellence, while further strengthening its standing among Karnataka’s leading multidisciplinary institutions.
About East Point Group of Institutions
Established in 1997 under the visionary leadership of Dr. S.M. Venkatpathi and under the auspices of the M.G. Charitable Trust, the East Point Group of Institutions (EPGI), Bengaluru, has emerged as a beacon of excellence in higher education. Today, it is one of Karnataka’s leading multidisciplinary academic ecosystem comprising 12 premier institutions, with over 10,000 students pursuing programmes in Medicine, Engineering, Management, Commerce, Computer Applications, Pharmacy, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Allied Health Sciences, and other disciplines. Spread across a sprawling 100+ acre lush green campus, EPGI is supported by a state-of-the-art 1,200-bedded Multi-Specialty Hospital within the Campus, providing an integrated environment for quality education, research, innovation, and healthcare.
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