Indore: SVKM’s Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS), Indore Campus, proudly organized the 8th Convocation Ceremony of its School of Business Management (SBM). The ceremony marked a significant milestone in the academic journey of the graduating MBA cohort, celebrating their accomplishments and formally welcoming them into the professional world.
The ceremony was graced by Dr. Ramesh B. Baheti, distinguished industrialist and educationist, as the Chief Guest. The convocation was formally declared open by Shri Ajay Bankda, Mentor and Nominee of the Hon’ble Chancellor, SVKM’s NMIMS Indore Campus. The distinguished university authorities present at the ceremony included Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Provost (Administration), Dr. Tanmoy Chakraborty, Registrar, SVKM’s NMIMS Mumbai, Dr. Anshuman Jaswal, Director, SVKM’s NMIMS Indore, and Mr. Vishal Shah, Managing Committee Member.
The event commenced with the traditional lamp‑lighting ceremony, followed by the NMIMS Anthem, setting a solemn and celebratory tone.
Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar delivered the welcome address and administered the formal oath to the graduating students. Following this, Dr. Anshuman Jaswal, Director, SVKM’s NMIMS Indore, presented a comprehensive Batch Review Report (BRR), highlighting the milestones, academic excellence, and achievements of the School of Business Management.
“The batch of 2026 comprised 105 students, with a gender distribution of 63% male and 37% female students. The cohort represented diverse geographical regions and varied academic backgrounds. A majority of the students also brought 1–3 years of work experience with them, enriching classroom discussions and learning. Beyond academics, student engagement remained vibrant,” said Dr. Jaswal.
“The final placements for the batch of 2026 reflected strong industry alignment and student preparedness. Prominent recruiters included ICICI Bank, Deloitte, Crisil, ICICI Securities, RBL Bank, and more. Average compensation for the batch stood at INR 11.29 lakh p.a., with the highest package reaching INR 15 lakh p.a.,” he added.
Degrees were conferred upon the graduating students by Dr. Sharad Mhaiskar, Provost (Administration), with the names of the graduates being announced by CMA Dr. Niranjan Shastri, Program Chair, SBM. Dr. Anshuman Jaswal also administered the sustainability oath and announced key academic recognitions, including the Dean’s List, Rank Holders, Best Student Award, and Best Faculty Awards, which were presented by the Chief Guest.
Among the distinguished awardees, Shivang Chatterjee was honoured as the Gold Medalist and 1st Rank Holder, followed by Prishita Goyal as Gold Medalist and 2nd Rank Holder, and Zeel Modi as the 3rd Rank Holder. Shyamli Bhargawa received the Best Student Award. The Best Faculty Awards were conferred upon Dr. Monica Bhatia for Teaching Excellence, Dr. Gaurvendra Singh for Research, and Dr. Ankur Gangal for Multicampus Program Coordination.
In his convocation address, Dr. Ramesh B. Baheti stated:
“Students graduating today are fortunate to receive their degrees. However, a degree alone does not make one a leader. Leadership must be built on character, because without character, there can be no true leadership. I urge students to remain grateful to their parents and teachers—Matrudev Bhava, Pitrudev Bhava, Gurudev Bhava—whose sacrifices and guidance shape their journey. In today’s times, education without character and business without morality cannot build a great nation. Students must therefore place the highest emphasis on character.”
He added, “Not everyone can become an Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg, or Bill Gates. Students must begin by becoming good managers, learn continuously, and have the humility to accept more competent leadership. Ego, jealousy, and anger are among the greatest enemies of mankind.”
He concluded by saying, “Life is a challenge—face it. Life is a game—play it. Life is love—share it. And life is a dream—realise it.”
The ceremony concluded with a formal vote of thanks delivered by CMA Dr. Niranjan Shastri, followed by the official declaration of closure, the National Anthem, and a celebratory group photograph session.
The convocation witnessed the active presence and guidance of mentors including Shri Ajay Bankda, who played a pivotal role in the institution’s journey and in the conduct of the ceremony.
Dressed in traditional attire, graduates, faculty members, and families shared moments of pride and celebration, marking the culmination of an important academic chapter and the beginning of promising professional journeys. The ceremony reflected NMIMS’ continued commitment to nurturing future‑ready leaders grounded in values, academic rigor, and social responsibility.
