Indian Education Network

Overview

The 15th India Education Summit is set to be a high-impact platform that brings together key stakeholders from higher education and skill development for meaningful dialogue and collaboration. By uniting educators, policymakers, industry leaders, and subject experts, the summit creates a powerful space to address critical challenges and examine emerging trends shaping the sector. With renowned keynote speakers, distinguished academicians, and influential industry experts, the summit offers deep insights into the rapidly evolving education landscape. Through thought-provoking panel discussions, interactive sessions, and hands-on workshops, participants will engage with the latest innovations, best practices, and opportunities in education and workforce development.

Who Should Attend

Government & Education Policy Leaders
University & College Leadership
Higher Education Faculty & Researchers
EdTech & Education Innovators
Skill Development & Vocational Education Heads
Industry, Employers & HR Leaders
International Education & Partnership Heads
Media, Think Tanks & Education NGOs

Agenda

09:00 AM - 10:00 AM

Registration

10.30 AM – 11.30 AM

Inaugural Session with Distinguished Guests from Government & Academia
Opening address: Are Our Institutions Ready for the Future We Are Designing?

11.30 AM – 11.45 PM

Guest of Honour Address
India at an Education Inflection Point: Demographic Dividend or Missed Opportunity?

11.45 AM – 12.00 PM

Release of Special Edition of Education Campus Magazine - Outstanding Vice Chancellors in India

12.00 PM – 12.45 PM

Panel Discussion 1 - NEP 2020: Visionary Reform or Implementation Mirage?
Key Provocations

Why is implementation uneven across states and institutions?
Is multidisciplinary education diluting academic depth?
Are teachers equipped for the shift NEP demands?
Can autonomy exist without accountability?

12:45 PM - 01:30 PM

Panel Discussion 2 : AI in Education: Productivity Revolution or Pedagogical Crisis?
Key Provocations

Does AI improve thinking—or outsource it?
Will AI widen or close learning gaps?
Who owns student data in an AI-powered classroom?
How prepared are institutions for AI-literate learners?

01.30 PM – 02.30 PM

Lunch

02.30 PM – 03.30 PM

Panel Discussion 3 : Degrees, Skills & Jobs: Why the Education–Employment Gap Persists
Key Provocations

Are degrees losing signalling value?
Micro-credentials vs full degrees—what will employers trust?
Why industry–academia partnerships fail repeatedly
Can skilling scale without compromising quality?

03:30 PM - 03:45 PM

Sponsor Presentation 1 (EdTech) : Beyond Digital Adoption: Proving Learning Impact at Scale

03:45 PM - 04:00 PM

Sponsor Presentation 2 (EdTech) : Reaching the Last Mile: Scalable Models for Inclusive & Hybrid Learning

04.00 PM – 04.20 PM

Fireside Chat / Leadership Dialogue : Who Really Controls Education Outcomes—Policy, Technology or Institutions?
Focus

Power shifts in education
Accountability gaps
The future role of private players and EdTech

04:20 PM - 04:50 PM

Valedictory session
Recognising Institutions and Leaders Driving Measurable Change

04:50 PM - 05:10 PM

IEN Education Excellence Awards Ceremony

05:10 PM - 05:20 PM

Closing Address - From Dialogue to Decisions: What Must Change Before the Next Ranking Cycle

Awards

Higher Education / Skill Development Awards:

Most Impactful University/ Institute in Excellence in
Industry-Academia Interface
Most Promising University/ Institute in R&D
Outstanding University/ Institute with Excellent
Infrastructure & Green Campus
Outstanding University/ Institute in Digital Innovation & Technology
Most Impactful Contribution for Global Outreach and Exchange Program
Most Innovative University/ Institute in International Collaboration
Most Emerging University of the Year
Most Promising B-School of the Year
Most Emerging University/ Engineering Institute
Outstanding University in Training & Placements
Most Promising University in Curriculum Design and Development