The Indian Institute of Management Kashipur (IIM Kashipur, esb 2011), one of India’s 20 IIMs and ranked at #23 in the NIRF Rankings, hosted its 13th Annual Convocation Ceremony on April 24, where 546 students were awarded degrees across five programs. This year’s convocation was one of IIM Kashipur’s most diverse graduating cohorts and a strong representation of women across programmes.
The programme-wise distribution of the graduating class is as follows: 280 students from the MBA programme, 160 from the MBA (Analytics) programme, 34 from the Executive MBA (E-MBA), 58 from the Executive MBA in Analytics (EMBAA), and 14 from the Doctoral (Ph.D.) programme.
In recognition of exceptional academic and all-round achievement, 10 medals were awarded across programmes. An additional 22 students—14 from the MBA and 8 from the MBA (Analytics) programme—were honoured under the Director’s Merit List. The Institute also highlighted its commitment to accessibility, with over 24 specially-abled students (PwD) enrolled across the graduating cohort.
Former Chief Justice of the Uttarakhand High Court, Mr. Justice Guhanathan Narendar, graced the ceremony as the chief guest. He was joined by Mr. Kamal Poddar, Managing Director, Choice International Limited, as the Guest of Honour in the presence of Mr Sandeep Singh, Interim Chairperson, Board of Governors; Prof. Neeraj Dwivedi, Director, IIM Kashipur; along with faculty members and staff.
Congratulating the graduating batch, Sandeep Singh in his welcome address said “As you step beyond these walls, you enter a world defined by both unprecedented opportunities and complex challenges. Be leaders who think deeply, act responsibly, and remain anchored in integrity. Measure your success not only by personal achievements, but by the impact you create in the lives of others.”
In the convocation address, Mr. Justice Narendar said “You have earned your place through perseverance, discipline and determination, with each degree reflecting resilience and effort. Do not be afraid of taking risks early in your career, for growth rarely happens within comfort and true success lies in what you contribute. The difference between power and impact lies in values—ask yourself whether your decisions will uplift others, whether you will lead with integrity, and whether you will stand firm in difficult moments. In life, you will often face shades of grey, and it is your intellect and morals that must guide you to choose what is right.”
Addressing the gathering with pride and warmth, Mr. Kamal Poddar, also congratulated the graduating cohort and highlighted that the real journey begins beyond campus, where self-motivation and adaptability are key. Emphasising India’s growth potential, he encouraged students to seize opportunities and lead with purpose, underscoring “IIM”—Integrity, Innovation, and Motivation—as the foundation for lasting success.
The 13th Convocation reflected IIM Kashipur’s strong commitment to diversity. In the MBA (Analytics) programme, women account for over 73% of the graduating class, signalling a notable rise in women’s participation in analytics and research. Overall, women constitute 39.19% of the graduating cohort—an encouraging increase from 33% last year—highlighting steady progress in gender representation across management education.
Echoing this, Prof. Neeraj Dwivedi, highlighted the Institute’s ongoing efforts and aspirations, emphasizing its commitment to nurturing responsible, future-ready leaders through a holistic and industry-relevant education. He said “Convocation is always a special occasion in the life of an academic institution. For our students, it marks the successful completion of years of hard work, discipline, and learning. For the Institute, it is a moment of pride, because we present to society a new group of graduates who are ready to contribute with competence, confidence, and character. At IIM Kashipur, we remain committed to academic excellence, integrity, innovation, inclusion, and societal relevance. Our task is not merely to prepare skilled professionals, but to nurture thoughtful, ethical, and future-ready leaders.”
For the graduating batch of 2024–26, the Institute’s flagship Experiential Learning (EL) Programme facilitated 73 live projects across 80+ organisations, engaging over 300 students in initiatives spanning sustainability, rural development, and MSME growth across Uttarakhand.
On the global front, IIM Kashipur maintains active academic partnerships with leading institutions across different countries, including Denmark, France, Greece, Israel, Peru, South Korea, Sweden, Taiwan, Thailand, the United Kingdom, and Vietnam, enabling student exchange and collaborative research.
