The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Jammu successfully conducted its 7th and 8th annual convocations at the ‘Rangmanch’ amphitheatre at the Jagati campus on Sunday. During the ceremony, the institute conferred degrees to 772 graduates in various academic programmes, including MBA, MBA in Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management, Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), PhD and Executive MBA.
IIM Jammu Celebrates Diverse Academic Excellence
IIM Jammu conferred degrees on 499 MBA graduates, including 114 from MBA Hospital Administration and Healthcare Management, 99 from IPM, three PhD scholars, 46 from Executive MBA and 11 from Executive MBA in Corporate Affairs and Management. This diverse group reflects the Institute’s emphasis on multi-disciplinary teaching and professional excellence.
Ashishkumar Chauhan Delivers Keynote Address
Mr. Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), delivered the convocation address as the chief guest. He congratulated the graduating students, their families, and the IIM Jammu leadership for fostering an environment of academic excellence. In his address, Mr. Chauhan emphasized the importance of integrating traditional wisdom with modern innovation to address national challenges.
Acknowledging global economic uncertainties, he highlighted India’s growing stability and global influence as key enablers for the graduates’ success. He urged students to remain passionate yet patient, continuously seek opportunities, and commit to value creation. Encouraging them to serve society and the nation, he described the graduates as future agents of transformative change.
Leaders Reflect on Growth and Vision
Padmashri Dr. Milind Kamble, Chairman of the Board of Governors at IIM Jammu, opened the ceremony by welcoming the guests and graduates. He recognized Mr. Chauhan’s contributions to modernizing India’s financial markets and reflected on India’s economic progress, noting a 105% GDP growth from $2.1 trillion in 2015 to $4.3 trillion in 2025. Dr. Kamble also emphasized the importance of NEP 2020 and its alignment with IIM Jammu’s multidisciplinary and innovation-driven approach.
He highlighted the inauguration of IIM Jammu’s new campus by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2024 as a defining moment in the institute’s journey.
Institute Leadership Highlights Achievements
In his detailed report, IIM Jammu Director Prof. B.S. Sahai highlighted the Institute’s achievements in academic expansion, research excellence and global partnerships. He noted the consistent success in placements, with top recruiters offering competitive compensation. Prof. Sahai also celebrated the recent five-year accreditation by the Business Graduates Association (BGA) and acknowledged the Institute’s impressive performance in national rankings – 42nd in NIRF 2024, 18th among IIMs and 22nd in IIRF 2025.
He further recognized the contributions of faculty and students, particularly in entrepreneurship and innovation initiatives across Jammu and Kashmir.
CITaG: Driving Innovation and Governance
The Centre for Innovation and Transformation in Governance (CITaG) at IIM Jammu continues to play a pivotal role in regional development. Through its focus on public-private partnerships, digital governance, and data-driven policy implementation, CITaG strengthens institutional capacities and promotes sustainable growth in Jammu and Kashmir.
Shaping Future Leaders
As the graduates prepare to enter the professional world, IIM Jammu reaffirms its commitment to nurturing future leaders equipped to navigate complex challenges. With a strong foundation in academic rigor, innovation, and leadership, the institute stands at the forefront of shaping India’s growth narrative across business, governance, and beyond.
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