AIU’s Vice Chancellor’s Meetings

Details of AIU’s VC’s Meet 2026-27

Details of AIU 101st AGBM & Zonal Vice Chancellors Meet 2026-27

S. No.ZoneTheme & Sub-themesDatesHost University
1.EastGlobal India: Internationalizing Indian Higher Education
Sub-themes:
1. Making India a preferred destination for international students
2. Internationalization at home: global curricula, faculty and classrooms
3. Transnational education, joint/dual degrees and foreign university campuses
22–23 Dec, 2026Rajiv Gandhi University, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
2.WestThe Student-Centered University: From Access to Success
Sub-themes:
1. Mental health, well-being and a supportive campus
2. Experiential, interdisciplinary and personalized learning
3. Graduate outcomes, employability and lifelong learning
12–13 Jan, 2027Sandip University Nashik, Maharashtra
3.CentralArtificial Intelligence and the Future Universities
Sub-themes:
1. AI-native universities: Moving towards institutional transformation with responsible AI
2. AI in teaching, curriculum design and personalized learning
3. AI-enabled research, assessment, knowledge creation and innovation
2–3 Feb, 2027Mahindra University, Hyderabad, Telangana
4.SouthResearch Universities for a Knowledge Superpower
Sub-themes:
1. From research quantity to research impact
2. Global research networks and international funding
3. Commercialization, technology transfer and societal impact
23–24 Feb, 2027JNTU Kakinada, A. P.
5.NorthBeyond Rankings and Accreditations: Building a Culture of Quality
Sub-themes:
1. From accreditation cycles to continuous quality improvement
2. Measuring what matters: Learning outcomes, research impact and societal value
3. Creating a culture of excellence across the entire university
16–17 March, 2027Integral University, Lucknow, U. P.
6.NationalFuture-Ready Universities: From Viksit Bharat 2047 to Global Leadership
Sub-themes:
1. Artificial Intelligence and the University of the Future
2. Beyond Rankings and Accreditations: Building a Culture of Quality
3. Global India: Internationalizing Indian Higher Education
4. Research Universities for a Knowledge Superpower
5. The Student-Centered University: From Access to Success
7–9 April, 2027Saveetha Institute of Medical & Technical Sciences (Deemed to be University), Chennai, Tamil Nadu

Arrangements to be made by the host Universities for AIU Zonal Vice Chancellors’ Meet 2026-27


Expression of Interest invited for hosting the AIU Zonal Vice Chancellor’s Meet:

North Zone
West Zone
South Zone
East Zone
Central Zone


Invitation of “Expression of Interest (Eol)” for holding the 3rd AIU National Conference of Women Vice Chancellor’s Conference”

AIU Annual General Body Meet 2025-26

MeetingThemeDatesHost UniversityBrochureLive Link
AIU Annual General Body Meet & National Conference of Vice Chancellors’ Shaping Self-reliant Bharat Through Knowledge
April 28-30, 2026Dr. D. Y. Patil Vidyapeeth, Pimpri, Pune.BrochureLive Streaming

AIU Zonal Vice Chancellors Meet 2025-26

S. NoZoneThemeDatesHost UniversityNodal Officer, Host UniversityInvitation and Travel ProformaPhotos/ Video
 1NorthIntegrating traditional wisdom in curriculum and research  09-10 Dec, 2025Lovely Professional University Jalandhar, PunjabDr. Sorabh Lakhanpal, Executive Dean, LPU
Mob: 9814371768
Email: sorabh.lakhanpal@lpu.co.in;
InvitationPhotos
Video
 2EastPromoting sustainability and social responsibility in HEIs  22-23 Dec, 2025Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna, BiharDr. Rupesh Kumar, Procto & Dean, Aryabhatta Knowledge University, Patna
Mob: 7488518575
Email:     rupeshkrbdmba@gmail.com;   akuniv10@gmail.com;
InvitationPhotos
Video Day-I
Video Day-II
 3SouthPromoting Entrepreneurship & Startups in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs)  20-21 Jan, 2026M S Ramaiah University of Applied Sciences, Bengaluru, KarnatakaMr. S Ashok Rao, Registrar, MSRUAS
Mob:   9844508507
Email: registrar@msruas.ac.in; Prof Abby Mathew, MSRUAS
Mob: 9844005139
Email: dean.hc@msruas.ac.in;  
Invitation
Link
Video Day-I
Video Day-II
 4CentralCreating AI & Quantum enabled HEIs  19-20 Feb, 2026Osmania University, Hyderabad, TelanaganProf. P. Chandra Sekhar, Osmania University
Mob:9866695963
Email: sekharpaidimarry@gmail.com;
Prof. E. Sujatha, Osmania University, Hyderabad
Mob: 9908945640
Email: esujathaou@gmail.com; aiu_czvcmeet@osmania.ac.in;
Invitation
 5WestSelf-reliant Bharat through Swadeshi, Economic Patriotism and Techno-nationalism  March 17-18, 2026Janardan Rai Nagar Rajasthan Vidyapeeth, Udaipur, RajasthanProf. Yuvraj Singh Rathore, Mob: 9783311113
Email: yuvrathore2010@gmail.com;
Invitation

Nodal Officer, AIU: Dr. Vijendra Kumar,
Head, Meetings Division, AIU
Mob: 7042049614
Email: meetings@aiu.ac.in;


Invitation to join 2nd ‘National Conference of Women Vice Chancellors’ on the theme “Promoting Women Led Development for Viksit Bharat”; hosted by Jharkhand Rai University, Ranchi, Jharkhand
at Bhimtal, Uttarakhand during August 21-22, 2025


Arrangements to be made by the host Universities for AIU Zonal Vice Chancellors’ Meet 2025-26


Expression of Interest invited for hosting the AIU Zonal Vice Chancellor’s Meet:

North Zone
West Zone
South Zone
East Zone
Central Zone

Invitation for 99th AIU Annual Meet & National Conference of vice Chancellors’

ZoneHost UniversityNodal OfficerThemeDateInvitation and Travel Proforma
North ZoneGraphic Era University (Deemed to be University), 566/6 Bell Road, Clement Town, Dehradun (Uttarakhand)Prof. (Dr.) Rupa Khanna
Mobile: 9410153363
Email: dr.rupakhanna@geu.ac.in;, head.comm@geu.ac.in;
Technological Integration in Higher Education:
Sub-Themes:
(a) Blended Learning Models
(b) Integrating emerging Technologies like AI, Virtual & Augmented Reality in the learning process
(c) Cyber Security and Data Privacy in Higher Education Institutions
5-6 Nov, 2024Invitation
West ZoneD. Y. Patil (Deemed to be University), Vidyanagar, Sector VII, Nerul, Navi Mumbai (MS)Dr. Karuna Malviya
Mobile: +91 97026 95610
E-mail: karuna.malviya@dypatil.edu;
Leadership and Governance in Higher Education:
Sub-Themes:
(a) Developing Academic Leadership
(b) Governance of Public and Private Universities
(c) Autonomy and Accountability in HEIs
December 20-21, 2024Invitation
South ZoneVellore Institute of Technology, Katpadi, Thiruvalam Road Vellore (TN)Dr. A. Ruban Kumar
Professor (Higher Academic Grade),
School of Advanced Sciences &
Director – Event Management
Mobile No.:9443107659
Office Phone No. 0416 220 2356
Email: director.em@vit.ac.in;
Rethinking Assessment and Evaluation:
Sub-Themes:
(a) Innovative Assessment Methods and Experiential Learning
(b) Viability of One Nation One Exam System
(c) Continuous Comprehensive Assessment
January 10-11, 2025Invitation
Central ZoneKalinga Institute of Industrial Technology (Deemed to be University), Patia, At/P. O: KIIT Bhubaneshwar (Odisha)Prof. Jnyana Ranjan Mohanty
Registrar
Mob: 9437306627
Email: registrar@kiit.ac.in;
Globalization and Internationalization:
Sub-Themes:
(a) Strategies for International Collaborations
(b) Global Classrooms (Attracting International Faculty & Students)
(c) Challenges and Opportunity in Internationalization of Higher Education
February 25-26, 2025Invitation
East ZoneJIS University, KolkataMr. Bidyut Majumdar,
Deputy Director – Business Development, JIS Group
Mob: 08902496654
Email: bidyut@jisgroup.org;
Prof. Himangshu Sekhar Maji,
Dean – Academics, JIS University
Mob: 08777094367
Email: dean_academic@jisuniversity.ac.in;
Equity, Diversity and Sustainability:
Sub-Themes:
(a) Incorporating IKS in curriculum and Pedagogy
(b) Catering to Equity and Diversity on Campuses
(c) Creating Green and Sustainable Campuses
March 18-19, 2025Invitation

ZoneHost UniversityNodal OfficerThemeDateInvitation and Travel Proforma
South ZoneVisvesvaraya Technological University, Belagavi, KarnatakaDr. M M Munshi
Associate Prof. and Chairperson,
Dept. of MBA,
Centre for PG Studies of VTU, Belagavi
Mobile No: 9844012326
E-mail: mmmunshi@rediffmail.com; munshi@vtu.ac.in;
Digital Transformation in Higher Education:
(a) The future of credentialling: Digital badges, Micro-Credentialing & Online Degree
(b) AI & Analytics in Higher Education: Transforming Decision Making
(c) Faculty Development & Digital Pedagogies: Empowering Educators
October 26-27, 2023Brochure
Invitation
Registration and Travel Proforma
PPTs
East ZoneThe Assam Royal Global University, Guwahati, AssamDr. Diganta Munshi
Registrar
Mob No.:8159927035
E-mail: registrar@rgu.ac;
Integrating Bhartiya Knowledge System (BKS) with Higher Education:
(a) Using Bhartiya Knowledge System based approach for teaching-learning for holistic development
(b) Bhartiya Knowledge System in Sustainable Development
(c) Embedding Bhartiya Knowledge System for futuristic education
November 21-22, 2023Invitation
Registration and Travel Proforma
Brochure
PPTs
West ZoneSomaiya Vidyavihar University, Mumbai, MaharashtraDr. SNV Sivakumar
Prof. of Economics,
K J Somaiya Institute of Management
Mob. No.: 9833914459
E-mail: sivakumar@somaiya.edu;
Future of work & skill development:
(a) Sustainable Careers: Navigating a Dynamic work landscape
(b) Human centered skills in a Tech driven World: Soft skills & Emotional intelligence
(c) Resilience & Adaptability: Impact of Gig Economy on Higher Education
December 19-20, 2023Brochure
Invitation
Registration and Travel Proforma
Central ZoneGuru Ghasidas Vishwavidyalaya, Bilaspur, ChhattisgarhProf. Manish Shrivastava
Prof. (dept. of English) & Registrar (Acting)
Email- manishbilaspur@rediffmail.com; ggv.registrar@gmail.com;
Mob:9425227387/8839746430
Nurturing Research & Innovation Ecosystem:
(a) Collaborative Research Networks: Fostering Inter Disciplinary Research
(b) Entrepreneurship & Innovation: From Idea to Impact
(c) Innovative funding models for Research
January 18-19, 2024Invitation
Registration and Travel Proforma
North ZoneKathmandu University, Dhulikhel, NepalProf. Dhurva Prasad Gauchan
Ph.D.
Nodal Officer
Kathmandu University,
Mobile No: +977-9851204747
E-mail: gauchan@ku.edu.np;
Globalization & Internationalization of Higher Education:
(a) International Collaborations & Partnerships: Building bridges for Higher Education
(b) Global Higher Education Policy & Regulation: Harmonizing Standards
(c) Student Mobility & Diversity: Enhancing International Experience
February 15-16, 2024Invitation
Registration and Travel Proforma
PPTs