On 21st June 2026, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow proudly hosted its 30th Annual Convocation, marking a significant milestone in the institute's enduring journey of nurturing responsible leaders, innovative thinkers, and future-ready professionals. For three decades, Jaipuria has remained committed to academic excellence, industry relevance, and values-driven education, creating a legacy that continues to inspire generations of students and alumni across the globe.

Convocation is far more than a ceremonial conclusion of academic pursuits. For every graduating student, it represents the culmination of years of dedication, perseverance, learning, and personal transformation. It is also the beginning of a new chapter, where knowledge acquired in the classroom is applied to real-world challenges and opportunities. As graduates step into the corporate world, they carry with them not only professional aspirations but also the values, ethics, and spirit of lifelong learning that define the Jaipuria experience.

The institute conferred diplomas upon 358 graduating students across its management programmes and awarded Fellowships to 2 scholars of the Fellow Programme in Management (FPM).

The ceremony was graced by Mr. Pulkit Trivedi, Managing Director – India, Snap Inc., as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Garun Dhwaj Singh, Director, Deutsche Bank and distinguished alumnus of the Batch of 1999–2001, as the Guest of Honour. The event was held in the esteemed presence of Mr. Sharad Jaipuria, Chairman, Board of Governors; Mr. Shreevats Jaipuria, Vice Chairman, Board of Governors; and Dr. Sushma Vishnani, Director, Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow.

Addressing the graduating cohort, Mr. Pulkit Trivedi described the occasion as a truly proud moment and encouraged students to remain ambitious in their pursuits while never compromising on ethics and integrity. Echoing the importance of strong values, Mr. Garun Dhwaj Singh advised graduates to focus on building a solid foundation, invest in personal growth, and nurture meaningful relationships that would support them throughout their professional and personal journeys.

In his address, Mr. Sharad Jaipuria urged students to embrace lifelong learning as the key to sustained success in an ever-evolving world. Mr. Shreevats Jaipuria encouraged the graduating class to lead with integrity and empathy, emphasizing the importance of responsible leadership in creating positive impact. Dr. Sushma Vishnani highlighted that continuous learning, resilience, and ethical leadership would remain essential qualities for navigating the complexities of a rapidly changing global environment.

The convocation featured the conferment of diplomas, presentation of medals to meritorious students, recognition of faculty and staff, and inspiring addresses by the distinguished dignitaries. The Chairman's Gold Medal was awarded to Saarim Ahmad Khan (PGDM), Amisha Bisen (PGDM–Financial Services), and Palak Singh (PGDM–Retail Management). Amisha Bisen was also honoured as the Student of the Year 2026 and Best Woman Student 2026.

Recognising excellence beyond the classroom, Dr. Harshit Srivastava received the Distinguished Faculty Award for Teaching Quality and Positive Impact on Students, while Mr. Gaurav Maurya was honoured with the Distinguished Best Staff Award for Positive Impact.

The 30th Annual Convocation stood as a celebration of achievement, resilience, leadership, and lifelong learning. As the Class of 2026 embarks on its professional journey, it joins Jaipuria's vibrant alumni network of over 6,000 professionals and leaders across industries, carrying forward a legacy built on excellence, integrity, innovation, and impact.