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EPIC (the student entrepreneurial cell of IIM Visakhapatnam) and IIMV FIELD (the startup incubator of IIM Visakhapatnam) hosted EPICenter 2025, which brought together approximately 500 attendees, including startup founders, entrepreneurs, investors, MSME representatives, students, and industry leaders. Prof. M. Shameem Jawed, Director of Operations at IIMV FIELD, spoke about the evolving landscape of entrepreneurship and innovation. He explained the journey of IIMV FIELD, highlighting its progress since its inception. PhD Admission 2025. IIT, IIM Applications Date Guhesh Ramanathan, CEO of IIMV FIELD, expressed, “With EPICenter, we aim to energize the startup ecosystem in Visakhapatnam and Andhra Pradesh. IIMV FIELD sees…

IIM Amritsar Executive MBA Admission 2025: The Indian Institute of Management Amritsar (IIM Amritsar ) opens application for its two-year Executive Master of Business Administration (EMBA) programme. Candidates can apply before 16th Feb, 2025. This programme is designed to equip working professionals with enhanced leadership capabilities, strategic acumen, and the skills needed to navigate dynamic and volatile environments, informed the institute. Executive MBA Admission 2025. IIM, MDI Applications Open About the programme: The EMBA programme caters to professionals from diverse sectors, including IT, HR, marketing, banking, financial services, manufacturing, supply chain, consulting, among others. https://campusutra.com/iim-tiruchirappalli-mou-with-bond-university-australia/ It is structured in two…

XAT 2026 held on the 4th January 2026. In order to know where you stand & what are the  chances to get through top B-Schools accepting XAT scores, check the cutoffs in this article. Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK https://campusutra.com/top-mba-colleges-in-india-accepting-xat-score-2024/ Here is the list of leading Business school in India accepting XAT scores. Know the XAT Cut off, fees here. It will  very useful for the next round preparation like GD, PI & WAT.  XLRI VS IIM Lucknow vs JBIMS  || IIFT Delhi vs MDI G vs SPJIMR vs XLRI XAT Exam and Registrations…

Dr. Ravi Kumar Jain has assumed the role of Director at IILM University, Gurugram. He brings to the role a distinguished career encompassing both academic and industry leadership.  A distinguished career spanning academia and industry, Dr. Jain brings a wealth of experience and leadership and his expertise in fostering academic excellence, driving innovation in teaching and research is expected to guide IILM University towards new heights of academic excellence and innovation in education. Dr Jain who holds a Doctorate in Business Management, along with a Masters in Business Administration (Finance) and a PGD in ICT management, was the founding Director…

GATE 2025 Answer Key: The Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2025 was held successfully by the Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) on Feb 01 & Feb 02, 2025, across different exam centres across the country. Many tutorial and coaching institutes released the unofficial answer key All About GATE 2025 Exam The exam was conducted online in two sessions. This exam is also scheduled on February 02, 15 and 16, 2025 for multiple subjects. https://campusutra.com/iit-bhus-86th-techno-management-fest-technex-next-month/ The official GATE 2025 answer key will be available soon on the official website. Once official answer key is released by IIT Roorkee,…

The Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli (IIM Tiruchirappalli) signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Bond University, Australia. Dr. Pawan Kumar Singh, Director, IIM Tiruchirappalli, and Ms. Lisa Cowan, Director (International), Bond University, Australia signed an MoU. The signing ceremony took place at the Director’s office at IIM Tiruchirappalli in the presence of Ms. Heena Kauser, Student Recruitment Manager from Bond University, and Dr. Anirban Som, Professor, IIM Tiruchirappalli. PhD Admission 2025. IIT, IIM Applications Date This MoU aims to strengthen academic collaboration between the two institutions and will remain valid for five years from the date of signing. Under…

IIM Sambalpur (Indian Institute of Management Sambalpur) on Tuesday announced a strategic collaboration with Breakout Learning Inc to integrate AI-powered digital case study solutions into its curriculum. PhD Admission 2025. IIT, IIM Applications Date This partnership aligns with the Indian government’s Rs 500 crore investment in AI Centres of Excellence and aims to establish India as a global leader in technology-driven management education. https://campusutra.com/iim-tiruchirappalli-mou-with-bond-university-australia/ Under this collaboration, IIM Sambalpur will incorporate Breakout Learning’s cutting-edge AI-enabled case platform into its MBA, executive MBA, and PhD programmes providing students with access to high-quality case studies from institutions like Harvard and Ivey. The…

MAT Feb 2025: All India Management Association has started the AIMA MAT February 2025 registration process. Candidates who want to apply for Paper Based Test, PBT or Computer Based Test, CBT can find the registration link through the official website of AIMA. Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK https://campusutra.com/cmat-score-vs-percentile/ The registration process for the PBT mode exam will end on March 2, 2025, and the CBT mode exam will end on March 9, 2025. VVSIM PGDM Admission 2025. APPLY NOW https://campusutra.com/xavier-business-school-mba-admission-xbs-application-open/ The admit card for PBT mode will be released on March 5, and…

At MDI Gurgaon (Management Development Institute Gurgaon), while we think that there are many initiatives aimed at transforming India’s education landscape, as outlined in the Union Budget 2025 such as the  proposed expansion of broadband connectivity in rural schools, establishment of National Centres of Innovation, and AI-powered Centres of Excellence in education, there is so much more that needs to be done to increase quality at scale.  Countries that have made the transition to developed status have all invested in education https://campusutra.com/budget-2025-analysis-by-director-xlri-jamshedpur/ While increasing gross enrolment ratios in Higher Education Institution (HEI) and learning outcomes at the primary and secondary…

As director of a Business School that is in the business of higher education, I am particularly happy that the contribution of the private educational institutions in knowledge creation is now being explicitly recognized, and the allocation of Rs. 20000 crores in Research Development and Innovation is therefore a welcome step.  More emphasis on MSMEs, Women Entrepreneurs and Start-Ups https://campusutra.com/pre-budget-expectations-higher-education-research-sector/ As to how this money will be allocated, and how the private institutions would be chosen for this fund allocation, it therefore remains of great interest to us.  https://campusutra.com/countries-that-have-made-the-transition-to-developed-status-have-all-invested-in-education-2/ While the contribution of Science and Technology to our country’s welfare…

The Union Budget for 2025-2026, presented by Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman, aims to balance fiscal prudence with strategic investments across key sectors to foster inclusive and sustainable economic growth. Budget outlines several key initiatives aimed at stimulating economic growth, supporting the middle class, and enhancing various sectors of the economy. Countries that have made the transition to developed status have all invested in education. Personal Income Tax Reforms : To boost domestic demand and alleviate the financial burden on the middle class, the government has introduced significant personal income tax cuts. Revised Income Tax Slabs. Budget 2025 : A Balanced…

This budget brings major reforms in many sectors, indicating government’s intent to fulfill the needs of different stakeholders such as the middle class, farmers, youth, and women. Countries that have made the transition to developed status have all invested in education. Management Education Implications I feel that the budgetary steps will have deep impacts on management education. Opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, and financial services are now opening for curriculum development, research, and industry interface.  Budget 2025 : A Balanced Approach with Challenges Ahead Overall Budget 2025-2026 have a potential to create an inclusive and sustainable economy. In understanding such a balanced reform of taxations along with fiscal discipline and sectoral interventions…

The Union Budget 2025-26 takes a balanced approach, emphasizing early education reforms, digital transformation, STEM growth, AI advancements, medical expansion, and skill development. However, key challenges remain, including funding sustainability, quality assurance in expanding IITs & medical education, and execution roadblocks in skill training initiatives.  Countries that have made the transition to developed status have all invested in education. https://campusutra.com/budget-2025-2026-have-a-potential-to-create-an-inclusive-and-sustainable-economy/ While these allocations lay a strong foundation for India’s education sector in the next decade, they will require efficient policy implementation, strong public-private partnerships, and continuous reforms to yield tangible outcomes. Monitoring progress, ensuring equitable resource distribution, and fostering innovation-friendly…

The Union Budget 2025 was as expected. Major theme has been “Capacity Building” in Education;  https://campusutra.com/budget-2025-a-balanced-approach-with-challenges-ahead/ Skill development is at the core with addition of 5 National Centers of Excellence;  Expansion of capacity (more intake 6.5 k seats ) in 5 IITs (those started after 2014) to start with and shall expand in the next 5 years; increase in intake in Medical Colleges (10k more seats in 25-26; 75K more seats in next 5 years);  ⁠Addition of CoE in AI along with Agri Tech, Health and Sustainable cities;  ⁠Promotion of digital platforms for learning in local language ; digital books…

As the country approaches the Union Budget 2025, it is necessary to prioritise higher education as a catalyst for economic growth and societal progress. A well-educated and skilled workforce is the backbone of a growing economy. I hope to see initiatives that empower institutions to cultivate future-ready professionals by narrowing the gap between academics and industry needs. https://campusutra.com/pre-budget-expectations-higher-education-research-sector/ A key requirement is investment in education and research. Countries like Japan and China that have made the transition to developed status in the last 75 years have all invested in education. Our investment in education needs to increase to at least…

PhD Admission 2025: The Indian Institute of Management, Raipur (IIM Raipur) open applications for its PhD (Doctoral Programme) Admission 2025 batch, Candidates can apply online. Application deadline is 10th May 2025. PhD Admission 2025. IIT, IIM Applications Date https://campusutra.com/mdi-gurgaon-opens-fpm-applications-for-2025/ IIM Raipur has started the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM) from academic year 2012-13. FPM is a full-time doctoral programme that offers research scholars opportunities for advanced studies and research in different areas of ‘management’.  IIM Amritsar PhD Admission https://campusutra.com/spjimr-fpm-2025-applications-open/ Areas Of Specialization Economics & Public Policy Finance and Accounts HRM and Organizational Behavior Humanities & Liberal Arts (Including Business Communication)…

IIT Trichy PhD Admission 2025: The Indian Institute of Management Tiruchirappalli (IIM T or IIM Trichy) open applications for its Ph.D (Doctoral Programme) Admission 2025 batch, Candidates can apply online. The last date extended up to Feb 15, 2025. PhD Admission 2025. IIT, IIM Applications Date https://campusutra.com/mdi-gurgaon-opens-fpm-applications-for-2025/ The Doctoral Programme in Management (DPM) is a full-time doctoral programme that offers students opportunities for research in different areas of Management, Such as Business Law, Economics & Public Policy, Finance & Accounting, Information Systems & Analytics, Marketing, Operations Management & Decision Sciences, Organizational Behaviour & Human Resource Management and Strategy. Click here…

IIM Ahmedabad Placements 2025: IIM Ahmedabad (Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad  or IIM A) hosted an elaborate mix of firms from diverse sectors during the recently conducted Laterals Placement Process, concluded on 21st January 2025. The highest offers (11) were rolled out by FinIQ Consulting. Other recruiters present included Browserstack, Mastercard, Navi, Zomato, and Vector Consulting Group, amongst others. Apply to any top 250 B Schools from one window. Shortlist, save. CLICK The Final Placement Process 2024-25 for the PGP program of IIM Ahmedabad commences on 31st January 2025. IIM Ahmedabad inaugurates the first edition of India Management Research Conference https://campusutra.com/iim-jammu-opens-application-for-phd-admission-2025/ IIM…

The Indian education system has long been recognized for its robustness, though historically, it has emphasized rote learning—a legacy that needs to evolve. In today’s dynamic world, education must strike a balance between knowledge acquisition and skill orientation to remain relevant and impactful. Pre-Budget Expectations: Higher Education & Research Sector https://campusutra.com/modi-3-0-governments-1st-budget-2024-perceived-by-industry-as-a-budget-of-hope/ Since 2015, budgetary allocations to education have increased, reflecting the government’s commitment to the sector. However, higher education requires a more substantial share of these funds. Simply transferring money or establishing new institutions will not automatically lead to quality enhancement. Instead, it is crucial to develop well-defined quality benchmarks…

JEE Main 2025 Paper Analysis:  Today is the last day for JEE Main session 1 exam, overall paper is moderate to tough per students reactions from different city (Patna, Noida, Lucknow, Ranchi, Hyderabad) across the country. Some candidates who appeared for the test in the first shift said that the physics part was tough and rated the paper as ‘moderate’ in difficulty level. Overall paper is moderate. Engineering Entrance Exam 2025. B Tech last date and Application Fees JEE Main 2025 Exam Analysis: The fourth day of the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) for the Btech, BE paper is being held…