The India Rankings 2024 were unveiled by Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan, in the presence of prominent figures such as Secretary of Higher Education, Shri K. Sanjay Murthy; UGC Chairman, Prof. M Jagadesh Kumar; AICTE Chairman, Prof. T.G. Sitharam; NETF Chairman, Prof. Anil Sahasrabuddhe; NBA Member Secretary, Dr. Anil Kumar Nassa; Additional Secretary of the Department of Higher Education, Shri Sunil Kumar Barnwal; Joint Secretary, Shri Govind Jaiswal, and other distinguished academicians and heads of institutions.

NIRF is a vital recommendation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, and the rankings include top institutions that have demonstrated excellence in teaching, innovation, research, graduation outcomes, and more. This year marks the first time a Skill University category was introduced in the NIRF rankings, and Symbiosis Skills and Professional University has achieved the 1^st rank in this newly introduced category.

Dr. Swati Mujumdar, Pro-Chancellor, Symbiosis Skills, and Professional University said “I feel honored that I got an opportunity to accept this prestigious recognition on behalf of Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, which was bestowed by Hon’ble Union Minister for Education, Shri Dharmendra Pradhan. This achievement is a testament to the hard work and dedication of everyone associated with the University, including our students, faculty, and staff. We are proud to have earned this recognition and would like to express our heartfelt gratitude to everyone who contributed to this success.“

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PUNE: Students from Students of Symbiosis Skills and Professional University excelled in the national level India Skills Competition 2024 held recently in Delhi.

Simone Grover, student of fourth Semester, BBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management, School of Ports, Terminal Management and Logistics stood first in the “Logistics and Freight Forwarding Category winning the gold medal. She will be representing India in the World skills competition at Lyon, France in September 2024. Ms. Tahesin Sutar, third year student of Beauty and Wellness school bagged bronze medal in the Skill-based hands-on challenge in skin/make up at the National round.

Krishh Hingorani – also a student of  4^th Semester, BBA Logistics and Supply Chain Management, School of Ports, Terminal Management and Logistics was selected to participate in the  Nationals.

Tarishi Bais – VI Semester, BBA Ports and Terminal Management, State level – Silver medal – Runner up represented Maharashtra

A total of 23 students from SSPU participated out of which 10 were shortlisted for state levels and 3 of them entered the national level competition. The students were felicitated by Dr. Swati Mujumdar, Pro Chancellor at a special function organised at the SSPU Kiwale Campus in presence of faculty members and parents. 

IndiaSkills Competition organized by the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC), is the country’s biggest skill competition and is designed to demonstrate the highest standards of skilling. The competition offers a platform to young people to showcase their talent at national and international levels. Held at regional and national level, students must clear the preliminary as well as district and state levels to qualify for the finals.

Congratulating the students for their participation and performance Dr. Swati Mujumdar, Pro-Chancellor, Symbiosis Skills and Professional University said, “Such competitions are extremely aspirational for students as well as faculty members. It is the perseverance and hard work of an individual which creates an environment where everybody becomes a support system that encourages students to do better. It is a proud moment for SSPU that our student is going to represent the country. She added that skills are a matter of efficiency and proficiency and need a lot of planning and practice. Our aim is to have more students participate in India and World Skills competition and emerge as a leader in Competitive Skilling.” 

Students Ms. Simone Grover and Tahsein Sutar appreciated the curriculum content and the hands-on training approach which helped them enter the national finals and bag these coveted awards.

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The conclave included knowledge sessions and panel discussions on several topics like New Age Skills and Programs, the Industry First Approach, AI disruption, and Towards Industry 5.0, etc.

Industry Experts gave an overview of the High Growth Segments to the participants. Faculties, Industry Partners, and alumni joined the deliberations to share their views and experiences. The Conclave touched upon various aspects and challenges like employability, skill-based education, bridging the skills gap, alignment with job roles, hands-on training, and the need for skill-based education.  

The program was a part of a three-day visit to two of Symbiosis Skills University campuses including Symbiosis Skills and Professional University, Pune, and Symbiosis University of Applied Sciences, Indore. High School Principal participated from across the country spread over Delhi, Kolkatta, Jaipur, Gorakhpur, Patna, Lucknow, Hyderabad, Ahmedabad etc.  

The conclave concluded with a workshop discussing the way forward, integrating high school education with the New Education Policy that emphasizes skill-based education.

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PUNE: The 17th foundation day of Symbiosis Open Education Society(SOES) and 8th Anniversary of  Symbiosis Skills and Professional University (SSPU) were celebrated with a special program at SSPU’s Kiwale Campus. Chief Guest Mr. Rahul Mahival (I.A.S) Metropolitan Commissioner and CEO of Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA), Dr. S.B Mujumdar, Founder  President Symbiosis, and Dr. Swati Mujumdar Principal Director Symbiosis Open Education Society were present on the occasion. On this occasion, staff members who have excelled in their work were felicitated with various awards across different categories. 

Dr. S.B Mujumdar Founder and President Symbiosis said that the National Education Policy if followed in word and spirit will change the scenario in higher education. The focus of NEP is on a multidisciplinary campus, a mix of Indian knowledge and modern education but more importantly it has emphasized skills. Once we understand the importance of skills, skill-based universities will be the future universities of the country and every youth coming out of the universities will be employable. 

He added that apart from skills another aspect of importance is girl empowerment, especially in rural areas. There is a realization in the industry that appropriate manpower is not possible without women’s empowerment and support for girls from rural areas. The twin focus of skill-based education and focus on women empowerment should be encouraged. 

Rahul Mahiwal, Metropolitan Commissioner and CEO of Pune Metropolitan Region Development Authority (PMRDA) said that we should be able to channel the positive energy of our youth for their self-development and Nation-building. For this to happen we should be able to create opportunities for our youth through skill education. A teamwork of government, industry, and skill universities will help create special strength in skills. He said that  It is a matter of pride that Symbiosis Skills and Professional University has taken the initiative for skill-based education.

Dr. Swati Mujumdar, Principal Director SOES said that Symbiosis Skills and Professional University is the first skill University in Maharashtra. Our mission is to provide all skills that are relevant to the industry so that the students become industry-ready or self-employed. We must create a large skilled workforce for the local industry to grow and contribute to the Nation’s development. More than 25 percent of our students have started their own companies and this is the success of the skills university. 

Symbiosis Open Education Society today has more than 25000 students across Symbiosis Professional Skills and Professional University, Symbiosis Distance Learning, and Symbiosis Junior College .

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