The second day of the Orientation & Induction Program (OIP) 2026–28 at Jaipuria Institute of Management, Lucknow, held on 30th June 2026, focused on equipping the incoming batch with the knowledge, mindset, and resources required to embark on a successful management journey. Centred around the theme "Peer & Campus Integration," the day's sessions emphasized academic excellence, professional preparedness, and career readiness.

The day commenced with the inaugural session, "Be Career Ready with Jaipuria," featuring Mr. Anshum Jain, Chief Operating Officer, Schneider Electric, as the Chief Guest, and Mr. Arpan Sanyal, Director, PwC, and distinguished alumnus from the Batch of 1997–99, as the Guest of Honour. Drawing upon their extensive industry experience, the speakers shared valuable perspectives on emerging workplace expectations, leadership, continuous learning, and the importance of developing a future-ready mindset. Their inspiring interactions encouraged students to embrace opportunities, remain adaptable, and prepare themselves to excel in an ever-evolving business landscape.

The session was graced by Dr. Sushma Vishnani, Director, who warmly welcomed the new batch and encouraged students to make the most of the academic, professional, and personal development opportunities available at Jaipuria. She emphasized the importance of curiosity, discipline, collaboration, and lifelong learning in shaping successful management professionals.

As the day progressed, students were introduced to Jaipuria's academic ecosystem through insightful sessions conducted by Dr. Hemendra Gupta, Dean – Academics, and Dr. Rashmi Chaudhary, Dean – Student Affairs. They familiarized the students with the institute's academic philosophy, programme expectations, student support systems, and the importance of maintaining high standards of academic integrity and holistic development throughout their management journey.

The orientation continued with interactive sessions led by the Programme Chairs, who provided a comprehensive overview of the curriculum, learning outcomes, academic processes, and student engagement opportunities. Sessions conducted by the Controller of Examinations (COE) and SIIP highlighted institutional policies, professional conduct, and academic regulations, while the Career Management Cell (CMC) introduced students to Jaipuria's career development framework, industry engagement initiatives, internship opportunities, and placement support.

The highly interactive nature of the sessions encouraged students to actively participate, seek clarifications, and engage in meaningful discussions with faculty members and institutional leaders. The enthusiastic participation reflected the curiosity and aspirations of the incoming batch as they began building strong foundations for their academic and professional aspirations.

By the end of the day, the students had gained a comprehensive understanding of Jaipuria's academic environment, support ecosystem, and career development initiatives, marking another significant milestone in their transition from aspiring managers to future industry leaders.