Mahindra University Celebrates Fifth Convocation, awards 1309 Graduates and 29 Gold Medallists

Bajaj Engineering Skills Training Centre inaugurated by Chief Guest Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director, Bajaj Auto Limited, in the presence of Anand Mahindra, Chancellor, Mahindra University, and Guest of Honour, Pradeep K Khosla, Chancellor, UC San Diego, USA

Hyderabad/New Delhi, 3^rd Aug 2026: Mahindra University today celebrated its fifth annual convocation at its campus in Bahadurpally, Hyderabad, conferring degrees upon graduating students across its Schools of Engineering, Management, Law, Media, Education, Design and other academic programmes, along with 22 PhD scholars. The ceremony brought together students, parents, faculty, industry leaders and distinguished guests to celebrate academic excellence and the beginning of a new chapter in the graduates’ professional journeys.

The ceremony was graced by Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director, Bajaj Auto Limited, as the Chief Guest, and Pradeep K Khosla, Chancellor, UC San Diego, USA, as the Guest of Honour. It was presided over by Anand Mahindra, Chancellor, Mahindra University, in the presence of Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, members of the Board of Management, faculty and academic leaders.

Anand Mahindra, Chancellor, Mahindra University, said, “The Class of 2026 has grown up in a world where ‘once in a lifetime’ seems to happen every year. Navigating such a world requires two superpowers: the ability to evolve through extraordinary change, and the inner strength and a larger sense of purpose. At Mahindra University, we seek to nurture this combination of adaptability and humanity. Together, they are the superpowers this generation will need to shape the future.”

During the ceremony, 29 meritorious students received gold medals in recognition of their outstanding academic performance.

According to Rajiv Bajaj, Managing Director, Bajaj Auto Limited, “Technology is evolving faster than business models, competitive advantage lies less in what you know and more in how quickly you learn, adapt and execute. Success will come from developing depth, discipline and the courage to make independent decisions. I encourage graduates of Mahindra University to maintain an unwavering commitment to quality and curiosity, ensuring that their contributions drive meaningful and lasting value for society.”

Prior to the commencement of the ceremony, the dignitaries inaugurated the new Bajaj Engineering Skills Training (BEST) Centre, a strategic addition to the university’s commitment to advancing industry-integrated learning.

“The defining institutions of the coming decades will not be those that merely respond to change, but those that help shape it. Universities must become engines of ideas, discovery and responsible leadership that extend their influence far beyond the campus. As Mahindra University graduates step into an increasingly complex world, they should carry with them the confidence to question assumptions, the humility to keep learning and the conviction to create solutions that improve lives,” said Pradeep K Khosla, Chancellor, UC San Diego, USA.

The convocation proceedings also included the administration of the graduates’ oath and the formal conferral of degrees across undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes.

Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice Chancellor, Mahindra University, said, “We have built an ecosystem where academic rigour, interdisciplinary learning, research, innovation and industry engagement reinforce one another. Our graduates leave with the ability to navigate uncertainty, leverage emerging technologies responsibly and contribute meaningfully to society. As the University continues to expand its academic offerings and research capabilities, we remain committed to developing leaders who are equipped to address national priorities while competing confidently on the global stage.”

Dr Medury also presented the University’s Annual Report, highlighting key milestones in academic excellence, research, global collaborations and institutional growth over the past year.

The graduating class represents another significant milestone in Mahindra University’s growth as a multidisciplinary institution committed to research, innovation and experiential learning. The University’s continued emphasis on global partnerships, industry engagement and interdisciplinary education ensures that its graduates are well positioned to contribute across sectors in India and around the world.

About Mahindra University: 

Mahindra University, Hyderabad (India), is a multidisciplinary, private university with a vision of “Educating future citizens for and of a better world”. It aims to play a significant role in driving globally acclaimed innovation in higher education in the coming years. Mahindra University’s special focus is on generating new knowledge through engagement in cutting-edge research, creating a spirit of research and discovery, experiential learning and entrepreneurship, whilst forging collaborations with industry and global academic institutions.

The university is established by the Mahindra Group, one of the largest and most admired multinational federations of companies with presence in over 100 countries and with a turnover of over 25 billion.

The group, built on 80 years of legacy, has more than 3,24,000 employees globally. Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd., its flagship company, is a global leader in mobility products and farm solutions and is the world’s largest tractor company by volume. It is also India’s #1 tractor company, #1 electric 3-wheeler company, with strong businesses across financial services and IT services worldwide.