IIM Nagpur Inducts 328 Students into Its MBA and PhD Programmes.

Nagpur, 7th of July, 2025 : The inauguration of the 11th Batch of Flagship MBA programme (2025-27) and the 5th Batch of PhD Regular programme (2025-29) of IIM Nagpur was held at its MIHAN campus on July 06, 2025. On this occasion, IIM Nagpur welcomed a diverse cohort of newly inducted students.

Of the 323 MBA students enrolled, 100 are female and 223 male, representing 23 states and UTs, from Nagaland, Ladakh, Jammu & Kashmir to Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, UP, Delhi, and Bihar, making the cohort a mini-India.

Among them, 203 students have over six months of work experience, while 120 are freshers. The batch includes 204 Engineering graduates, 90 from Arts and Commerce, 17 from Science, and 15 with a Medical background, reflecting IIM Nagpur’s academic and gender diversity. Additionally, five students were inducted into the full-time PhD programme this year.

The inauguration began with lamp lighting and Saraswati Vandana. Prof. Prakash Awasthy, Chairperson of the MBA programme, welcomed the students, calling it a day of transformation. Prof. Sujeet Kumar Sharma then welcomed the students and emphasized the institute’s research orientation. Professor Prashant Gupta, Dean of Academics, Faculty, and Alumni Affairs, encouraged all students to embrace continuous learning and make the most of their transformative journey at IIM Nagpur.

Dr.BhimarayaMetri, Director, IIM Nagpur, warmly welcomed the Chief Guest and Guest of Honour, along with the incoming batch of MBAand PhDstudents. He highlighted how IIM Nagpur, located at the zero-mile center of India, has earned the distinction of being the fastest-growing IIM, led by a highly experienced and research-driven faculty. “India is emerging as a global hope, and IIM Nagpur is contributing by preparing future-ready leaders through practical learning, policy engagement, and cutting-edge research,” he said.

He emphasized IIM Nagpur’s commitment to holistic education, industry collaboration, and executive education, citing partnerships with 43 leading organizations and initiatives in areas like AI, agriculture, healthcare, and national skill development.

The Guest of Honour, Shri K. S. Cheema, Chairman & Managing Director, KS Cheema Group of Companies, delivered an inspiring address focused on the students, emphasizing the values that shape true leadership. “Let your success be defined by your character, not just your credentials,” he said, urging students to uphold integrity, ethics, and discipline throughout their journey. He urged students to make a meaningful impact and leave a legacy grounded in humanity and purpose.

Chief Guest Shri Anurag Sharma, Managing Director of Shree BaidyanathAyurved Bhawan, expressed his delight at being at IIM Nagpur and reminded students of their vital role in shaping India’s future. “In 2047, when India celebrates 100 years of independence, you will be at the peak of your careers, leading the nation globally,” he said. Emphasizing lifelong learning, health as true wealth, and the importance of embracing technologies like AI, he advised students to stay rooted in values and let success follow them. He noted that IIMs are nurturing not just managers, but future torchbearers of Indian civilization.

On this occasion, Dr.Metri, the Chief Guest and the Guest of Honour presented the Director’s Merit Certificates to second-year students. IIM Nagpur continues its commitment to student support by offering 10 Merit-based and 10 Need-cum-merit based scholarships. A merit-based scholarship for a deserving student from a rural and economically disadvantaged background, sponsored by the KS Cheema Group of Companies, was announced, bringing the total number of scholarships for the current academic session to 21.

Professor Satish Kumar, Chairperson PhD Programmes, conveyed the Vote of Thanks. He thanked the distinguished guests for their words of wisdom to the IIM Nagpur students.

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