Digital Transformation in Education
NCERT and UEducate Global Private Limited
The National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT) signed an MoU with UEducate Global Private Limited on August 19, 2025, to digitize its entire curriculum through the KATBOOK format. Signed at NCERT’s headquarters in New Delhi, this partnership aims to make learning inclusive, accessible, and technology-driven, aligning with NEP 2020 and the Digital India Mission. KATBOOKs will offer interactive digital textbooks with videos, animations, and AI-powered tools like translators and audiobooks, accessible offline to benefit over 250 million students across India.
Key Points:
- KATBOOK format enhances learning with multimedia and offline access.
- Impacts 250 million students, one of the largest EdTech deployments.
- Supports NEP 2020 for inclusive, tech-driven education.
Industry-Academia Synergies
Nemetschek India and VJTI
Nemetschek India partnered with Veermata Jijabhai Technological Institute (VJTI), Mumbai, to establish an Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) Centre of Excellence. A state-of-the-art AEC Lab was inaugurated, equipping students with cutting-edge tools for design and construction, enhancing employability in the AEC sector.
Key Points:
- AEC Centre of Excellence fosters industry-ready skills.
- AEC Lab provides hands-on training in design and construction.
- Aligns with industry demands for skilled professionals.
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University and TeamLease EdTech
Deen Dayal Upadhyaya Gorakhpur University launched Work-Linked Degree Programmes in collaboration with TeamLease EdTech, introducing BBA, B.Com (Hons), M.A. English, MBA, and M.Com (Hons). These programs integrate academic learning with industry experience, preparing students for the job market.
Key Points:
- Offers work-linked degrees for practical exposure.
- Includes BBA, MBA, and M.A. English among others.
- Enhances employability through industry integration.
Galgotias University with HCLTech and VLSI Society of India
Galgotias University signed MoUs with HCLTech and the VLSI Society of India (VSI) to foster collaboration in training, placements, research, and knowledge transfer. The partnership with HCLTech focuses on tech-driven education, while the VSI collaboration accelerates semiconductor research, innovation, and entrepreneurship, aligning with India’s tech ambitions.
Key Points:
- HCLTech MoU enhances training and placements.
- VSI partnership boosts semiconductor innovation.
- Supports India’s tech ecosystem growth.
SRM Institute of Science and Technology and SISA
SRM Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai, signed an MoU with SISA, a global cybersecurity company, to equip students and faculty with industry-relevant skills in cybersecurity and AI. The partnership provides practical experience, preparing students for high-demand roles.
Key Points:
- Focuses on cybersecurity and AI skill development.
- Offers practical experience for students and faculty.
- Prepares for high-demand tech roles.
ByteXL and Chandigarh University
ByteXL partnered with Chandigarh University to prepare B.Tech CSE students for the technology-driven job market. The MoU focuses on delivering industry-aligned training, enhancing skills in programming, AI, and other emerging technologies.
Key Points:
- Targets B.Tech CSE students for tech readiness.
- Provides industry-aligned training in AI and programming.
- Enhances job market competitiveness.
Setco Auto Systems and VNIT Nagpur
Setco Auto Systems signed an MoU with Visvesvaraya National Institute of Technology (VNIT), Nagpur, to drive research and innovation in Automotive Technology. The partnership aims to develop cutting-edge solutions and foster industry-academia synergy.
Key Points:
- Focuses on automotive technology innovation.
- Promotes industry-academia collaboration.
- Develops cutting-edge solutions for the sector.
Jitendra New EV Tech and MET Institute of Engineering
Jitendra New EV Tech partnered with the Department of Mechanical Engineering at MET Institute of Engineering to advance academic-industry synergy in electric mobility. The MoU supports research, training, and innovation in EV technologies.
Key Points:
- Advances electric mobility research and training.
- Strengthens industry-academia synergy.
- Supports EV technology innovation.
Global Education and Recognition
Noida International University and World Education Services
Noida International University signed an MoU with World Education Services (WES) to offer WES-recognized programs, ensuring degrees are valid for higher studies abroad, global employment, and immigration pathways. This enhances the university’s global credibility and student mobility.
Key Points:
- WES recognition validates degrees for global opportunities.
- Supports study abroad and immigration pathways.
- Enhances global student mobility.
SP Jain School of Global Management and FPSB India
SP Jain School of Global Management signed an MoU with the Financial Planning Standards Board (FPSB) India to integrate the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) accreditation into its Master’s in Applied Finance and Wealth Management (MFWM) program, preparing students for careers in financial planning.
Key Points:
- Integrates CFP accreditation into MFWM program.
- Prepares students for financial planning careers.
- Enhances global finance education.
ABBS School of Management and AAFM India
ABBS School of Management partnered with the American Academy of Financial Management India (AAFM India) to integrate the Chartered Wealth Manager (CWM) certification into its PGDM in Banking, Financial Services, and Insurance (BFSI). This equips students with industry-ready skills in wealth management.
Key Points:
- Integrates CWM certification into PGDM BFSI.
- Enhances wealth management skills.
- Boosts employability in BFSI sector.
International School of Management Excellence and NISM
The International School of Management Excellence, Bengaluru, signed a Letter of Undertaking with the National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM) to provide UG and PG students access to NISM certifications, enhancing expertise in securities markets.
Key Points:
- Provides NISM certifications for UG and PG students.
- Enhances securities market expertise.
- Strengthens financial education.
Vivekanand Education Society’s Institute and NISM
Vivekanand Education Society’s Institute of Management Studies and Research signed a Letter of Understanding with NISM to enhance securities market education, offering students access to specialized certifications and industry insights.
Key Points:
- Enhances securities market education.
- Offers specialized certifications.
- Aligns with industry needs.
KC GlobEd and Aptech Limited
KC GlobEd signed an MoU with Aptech Limited to make global finance education more accessible, structured, and outcome-driven across India, focusing on delivering high-quality training programs.
Key Points:
- Promotes accessible finance education.
- Focuses on structured, outcome-driven training.
- Expands global finance opportunities.
Social and Environmental Impact
Smiling Tree and KR Mangalam University
Smiling Tree signed an MoU with KR Mangalam University, Gurugram, to promote sustainable agricultural practices and rural development across five villages in Haryana. The partnership focuses on community-driven sustainability initiatives.
Key Points:
- Promotes sustainable agriculture in five Haryana villages.
- Focuses on rural development.
- Drives community sustainability.
Mahatma Gandhi Mission University and Shanti Brasil
Mahatma Gandhi Mission University partnered with Shanti Brasil, Brazil, to promote non-violence, peace, Sarvodaya, and Satyagraha globally through research, training, conferences, workshops, and student exchange programs.
Key Points:
- Promotes peace and non-violence globally.
- Includes student exchange and research initiatives.
- Advances Sarvodaya and Satyagraha principles.
Emerging Sectors and Specialized Programs
Alliance University and Anju Bobby High Performance
Alliance University signed an MoU with Anju Bobby High Performance (ABHP) to integrate high-performance athletic training with academic excellence. A four-year BBA in Sports Management will launch in 2026, preparing students for careers in sports administration.
Key Points:
- Integrates athletic training with academics.
- Launches BBA in Sports Management in 2026.
- Prepares for sports administration careers.
Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. and BIMTECH
Fast Retailing Co., Ltd. partnered with BIMTECH to develop talent and enhance student opportunities in Retail Management, fostering skills for the global retail industry.
Key Points:
- Enhances retail management skills.
- Develops industry-ready talent.
- Supports global retail career paths.
Savitribai Phule Pune University and A-Star Academy
Savitribai Phule Pune University signed an MoU with A-Star Academy to offer industry-integrated Hospitality education, providing degrees, diplomas, and certificates to prepare students for the hospitality sector.
Key Points:
- Offers hospitality education programs.
- Prepares students for hospitality sector careers.
- Integrates industry-relevant skills.
Gujarat International Finance Tec-City and Gujarat Technological University
Gujarat International Finance Tec-City (GIFT City) partnered with Gujarat Technological University to strengthen industry-academia collaboration in IFSC education, FinTech innovation, and research, fostering innovation in financial services.
Key Points:
- Strengthens FinTech and IFSC education.
- Promotes industry-academia collaboration.
- Drives financial innovation.
Competitive Exam and Skill Development
Veranda IAS and B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute
Veranda IAS signed an MoU with B.S. Abdur Rahman Crescent Institute of Science and Technology to prepare students for competitive exams, training them in aptitude, reasoning, and soft skills.
Key Points:
- Prepares students for competitive exams.
- Trains in aptitude and soft skills.
- Enhances exam readiness.
CII with EHL Hospitality Business School and IGNOU
The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) signed MoUs with EHL Hospitality Business School, Switzerland, to launch the Vocational Education and Training (VET) by EHL Diploma (Advance) under the National Skill Qualification Framework, and with IGNOU to establish the CII-IGNOU Career Edge Academy for industry-aligned programs.
Key Points:
- EHL Diploma enhances hospitality skills.
- CII-IGNOU Academy offers industry-aligned programs.
- Supports vocational and skill development.
Infrastructure and Innovation Hubs
Motilal Oswal Foundation with IIM Raipur and NIT Raipur
The Motilal Oswal Foundation signed an MoU with IIM Raipur and NIT Raipur to establish the Agrawal Oswal Student Residence and Dau Ram Gopal Agrawal Knowledge Centre at IIM Raipur, and the Smt. Mithilesh Agrawal Centre of Excellence for Innovation and Entrepreneurship at NIT Raipur, fostering academic and entrepreneurial growth.
Key Points:
- Establishes student residence and knowledge centers.
- Promotes innovation and entrepreneurship.
- Enhances academic infrastructure.
Medhavi Skills University with BVG Skill Academy and BVG Security Services
Medhavi Skills University (MSU) partnered with BVG Skill Academy and BVG Security Services to integrate practical, on-the-job learning into academic programs, enhancing employability through real-world experience.
Key Points:
- Integrates on-the-job learning into academics.
- Enhances employability through practical training.
- Aligns with skill development goals.
Digital Credentialing and Mental Health
Headstream Technologies and Chennai Institutions
Headstream Technologies partnered with Chennai institutions, including DG Vaishnav College, Panimalar Engineering College, Jaya College of Engineering and Technology, and Top Engineers, to launch Profential, a digital credentialing platform. It revolutionizes how students showcase achievements and recruiters evaluate talent.
Key Points:
- Launches Profential for digital credentialing.
- Engages Chennai institutions for student benefits.
- Enhances recruitment processes.
PeakMind and Pan IIT Alumni India
PeakMind signed an MoU with Pan IIT Alumni India to launch MANTRA – Live IIT Fully, fostering student wellbeing, resilience, and mentorship across IIT campuses to support mental health and academic success.
Key Points:
- Launches MANTRA for IIT student wellbeing.
- Focuses on mental health and mentorship.
- Supports academic resilience.
