IIM Jammu hosts 7th, 8th Annual Convocation, Awards Degrees to 772 Graduates

A total of 772 students received their degrees during the ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey. The graduates represented a diverse range of programs, including MBA, MBA in Hospital Administration & Healthcare Management, Integrated Programme in Management, PhD, and Executive MBA programs.

IIM Jammu Convocation 2025: The Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Jammu, celebrated its 7th and 8th annual convocation on Sunday at the ‘Rangmanch’ amphitheatre, located on its Jagti campus. A total of 772 students received their degrees during the ceremony, marking a significant milestone in their academic journey. The graduates represented a diverse range of programs, including MBA, MBA in Hospital Administration & Healthcare Management, Integrated Programme in Management, PhD, and Executive MBA programs.

Diverse Graduates Recognized at Convocation Ceremony

Among the graduates, 499 students received their degrees from the MBA programme, 114 students from the MBA Hospital Administration & Healthcare Management (MBA HA&HM), 99 students from the Integrated Programme in Management (IPM), three students from the PhD programme, 46 students from the Executive MBA (EMBA), and 11 students from the Executive MBA in Corporate Affairs and Management programme. This diverse group of graduates represents the broad spectrum of academic disciplines offered at IIM Jammu, reflecting the institute’s commitment to comprehensive education and professional development.

Ashishkumar Chauhan Delivers Convocation Address

The chief guest for the ceremony, Ashishkumar Chauhan, MD & CEO of the National Stock Exchange (NSE), delivered an inspiring convocation address. Chauhan congratulated the graduates, their families, and the leadership and faculty of IIM Jammu for their contributions to the success of the students. He emphasized the importance of leveraging both traditional and modern knowledge to solve India’s challenges and underscored the need for well-qualified professionals to navigate the country’s evolving economic landscape.

Chauhan pointed out the current global uncertainties but expressed optimism about India’s stability and rising global stature, which he believes will benefit the careers of the graduates. He also shared valuable advice, urging the graduates to be patient yet passionate, continuously add value, remain open to new opportunities, and maintain optimism throughout their professional journey. He stressed the importance of serving family, society, and the nation and encouraged the students to be agents of change, contributing to the nation's progress.

Dr Milind Kamble and Professor BS Sahay Address Graduates

The ceremony began with a welcome address by Padmashri Dr. Milind Kamble, chairman of the Board of Governors at IIM Jammu, who hailed Ashishkumar Chauhan as a key architect of India’s modern financial markets. Dr. Kamble also reflected on India’s remarkable economic growth, noting the country's GDP had doubled from $2.1 trillion in 2015 to $4.3 trillion in 2025, an unprecedented 105% growth. He highlighted the role of strong financial systems and technology in driving the vision of Viksit Bharat—a self-reliant, resilient, and globally influential India.

Dr. Kamble also praised the implementation of NEP 2020, which aligns with IIM Jammu’s approach to multidisciplinary education and innovation. He acknowledged the inauguration of IIM-Jammu’s state-of-the-art campus by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in 2024, which marked a milestone for the institute's growth and success.

IIM Jammu’s Achievements and Future Vision

In his report, Prof. BS Sahay, Director of IIM Jammu, highlighted the institute’s growth, academic diversification, and the key milestones achieved. He shared details of the consistent placement success of IIM Jammu graduates, with leading recruiters offering attractive compensation packages. Prof. Sahay also emphasized the institute’s robust research ecosystem, global collaborations, and recent recognition from the BGA Accreditation for five years.

Further, he mentioned IIM Jammu’s 42nd position in the NIRF 2024 rankings among management institutes, 18th among IIMs, and 22nd in IIRF-2025, underlining the growing prominence of the institution in national rankings. Prof. Sahay also commended the faculty and student accomplishments, noting the institute’s expanding footprint in Jammu and Kashmir through entrepreneurship and startup training programmes.

Centre for Innovation and Transformation in Governance (CITaG)

IIM Jammu’s Centre for Innovation and Transformation in Governance (CITaG) was also highlighted as a key player in the region’s development. The centre plays a crucial role in fostering public-private partnerships (PPPs), advancing e-governance, and promoting data-driven decision-making to enhance institutional efficiency and support sustainable economic growth in Jammu and Kashmir.

As the graduates of IIM Jammu embark on the next chapter of their professional lives, the institute continues to provide them with the foundation and resources needed to succeed in an ever-changing world. With a strong emphasis on academic excellence, innovation, and leadership, IIM Jammu is poised to contribute to India’s growth story by producing future leaders who will drive change in business, governance, and beyond.

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