IIM Kashipur convocation 2026
IIM Kashipur convocation 2026 was held on April 25, 2026 , where 546 students were awarded degrees across MBA, MBA(Analytics), EMBA, EMBAA and PhD programmes. The ceremony was chaired by interim chairperson Shri Sandeep Singh and presided over by Director Neeraj Dwivedi .
IIM Kashipur convocation 2026 — numbers at a glance
The convocation recognised academic and experiential achievements from the 2024–26 batch. Key figures from the day:
| Item | Figure |
|---|---|
| Total graduates | 546 |
| Women in MBA(Analytics) | >73% |
| Women across all programmes | ~39% |
| PwD students present | >24 |
| Academic medals awarded | 10 |
| Students on director's merit list | 22 |
| Live projects completed by batch | 73 |
| Partner organisations for projects | >80 |
IIM Kashipur convocation 2026 — speakers and honours
Chief guest Guhanathan Narendar addressed the graduating students and highlighted values and responsible decision-making. Guest of honour Kamal Poddar spoke on adaptability and three pillars he recommended for careers: integrity, innovation and motivation.
Ten medals were presented for academic excellence. The director's merit list included 22 students — 14 from the MBA programme and 8 from MBA(Analytics). Over 24 students from the Persons with Disabilities category were part of the graduating class.
Experiential learning and international ties
The institute reported that the 2024–26 batch completed 73 live projects involving more than 80 organisations. Project themes included sustainability, rural development and MSME support, with several initiatives focused on Uttarakhand.
IIM Kashipur also noted active international collaborations with partners in the UK, France, Sweden, South Korea, and Israel , intended to support exchanges and joint research.
Programmes awarded degrees
Graduating students belonged to MBA, MBA(Analytics), Executive MBA (EMBA), Executive MBA in Analytics (EMBAA) and PhD programmes. Degrees were conferred to those who completed programme requirements and qualified for the director's merit list or academic medals where applicable.
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Convocation | April 25, 2026 |
| Batch referenced | 2024–26 |
| Article publication | April 26, 2026 |
FAQs
When was IIM Kashipur's 13th convocation held?
April 25, 2026.
How many students graduated at the convocation?
A total of 546 students across MBA, MBA(Analytics), EMBA, EMBAA and PhD programmes.
Which programme had majority women graduates?
MBA(Analytics) — women made up over 73% of that cohort.
How many live projects did the 2024–26 batch complete?
The batch completed 73 live projects in partnership with more than 80 organisations.
Were PwD students part of the graduating class?
Yes. Over 24 students from the Persons with Disabilities category were part of the graduating class.
How many academic medals were awarded?
10 medals were awarded for academic excellence.
How many students featured on the director's merit list?
22 students were named on the director's merit list — 14 from MBA and 8 from MBA(Analytics).
Which countries are listed for international collaborations?
The institute listed collaborations with institutions in the UK, France, Sweden, South Korea and Israel.