Abhay Anand

Abhay Anand is an experienced education journalist with over 15 years in print and digital media. Currently serving as Manager- Editorial at Shiksha.com, he specializes in higher education policy, student mobility, entrance and competitive exams and institutional reforms. A major part of his role involves interviewing toppers, education leaders, and policymakers to bring first-hand insights to students and stakeholders.
Education
He studied English Journalism at DCAC, University of Delhi and later pursued postgraduate and master’s studies in journalism at the Indian Institute of Mass Communication (IIMC) and Kurukshtra University. 
Professional Experience
Abhay has worked with some of India’s respected media houses including The Times of India, Hindustan Times and The Indian Express, along with leading national education publications. His professional journey in Education beat spans school education, higher education, edtech, study abroad adding perspective and versatility to his work.
Expertise & Focus
At Shiksha.com, Abhay has been closely tracking reforms under National Education Policy (NEP 2020) regulatory changes at University Grants Commission (UGC), All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), National Medical Commission (NMC) and Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE), as well as policy interventions by Union & state Education ministries.
He covers entrance and board examinations—CUET, NEET, JEE and CBSE/state board exams, admission and exam related policies. His reporting spans medical and technical education, university reforms, admission processes, student mobility, global collaborations, and student well-being.