Admissions Open for Postgraduate and Undergraduate Programs
The Institute of Public Enterprise (IPE) in Hyderabad has opened admissions for its two-year, full-time PGDM programs for the 2027–29 academic session. The institute is offering scholarships totaling up to Rs 6 lakh. These financial aids include merit-and-means-based awards, entrance-test-based scholarships, a Special Scholarship for girl students, academic performance scholarships, and scholarships for sports and arts.
For undergraduate engineering aspirants, Lovely Professional University (LPU) has initiated registrations for the LPU National Entrance and Scholarship Test (LPUNEST) 2027. The registration window remains open until January 15, 2027. Eligibility for B.Tech programs requires candidates to have secured 60% marks in Class 12 with English, Physics, Chemistry, and either Maths or Biology. The examination dates are scheduled from January 10 to February 25.
SRM Institute of Science and Technology has also opened applications for SRMJEE 2027. The test covers undergraduate and postgraduate courses across multiple campuses located in Kattankulathur, Ramapuram, Vadapalani, Tiruchirappalli, Baburayanpettai, Delhi-NCR, Sonepat, Amaravati, and Sikkim. The programs span Engineering, Architecture, Management, Liberal Arts, Law, Medicine, Hotel Management, and Agricultural Sciences.
International Opportunities and Scholarships
The University of Sheffield in the United Kingdom is inviting applications for its MEng Mechatronic and Robotic Engineering degree, which commences in September 2027. Available scholarships are part of the offer. Eligibility criteria include an 85% score in Class 12 or a 9.0 GPA for CBSE students, specifically including Maths and a science subject. Applicants must also achieve an IELTS grade of 6.5. The application deadline is set for August 26, 2027.
Similarly, the University of Strathclyde in Glasgow is accepting applications for its MSc Chemistry with Data Science program starting in September 2027. Candidates must hold a minimum second-class (2:2) Honours degree in a relevant subject. The English language requirement is an IELTS score of 6.0, with no individual component below 5.5.
Strengthening India-EU Educational Ties
In efforts to bolster bilateral relations, the European Union, in collaboration with IIIT Delhi and the European Legal Gateway Office in India, organized an EU Day on Information and Communication Technology. The event aimed to strengthen ties between India and the EU in the sectors of education, research, and professional opportunities.
During the proceedings, H.E. Jean-Eric Paquet, the EU Ambassador to India, delivered the keynote address, highlighting the importance of digital collaboration and academic exchange between the two regions.
Institutional Milestones and Industry Engagement
IIM Bangalore recently concluded its 53rd Foundation Day celebrations. A S Sahney, Chairman of IndianOil, delivered a lecture titled "India’s Energy Journey, Indian Oil’s Role in Securing Energy, Navigating Geopolitics and Building Resilience" during the event.
Alongside the celebrations, the institute announced the conclusion of summer placements for the PGP and PGPBA 2026-28 cohorts. Recruiters involved in the placement drive included Accenture Strategy, Deloitte, HSBC Bank, IndiaRF, eBay, and Microsoft.
Meanwhile, the Management Development Institute in Gurugram hosted Urban Illumina 2026, its annual market research festival. The event was themed "Ours All Along" and featured participation from companies across various sectors, including banking, technology, mobility, lifestyle, consumer goods, education, and entertainment.
Additionally, the Corporate Engagement and Placement Cell of Manipal Law School, MAHE, hosted its first annual event, marking a new initiative for student-industry interaction at the institution.