On May 9, 2026, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan’s S.P. Jain Institute of Management and Research (SPJIMR) in Mumbai hosted its Annual Convocation 2026, where nearly 1,000 future leaders proudly graduated across nine diverse management programs. The prestigious event featured landmark addresses from distinguished personalities, Ms. Zarin Daruwala, Group CEO of PL Capital, and Ms. Debjani Ghosh, Distinguished Fellow at NITI Aayog, who collectively urged the new alumni to lead with unwavering integrity, embrace perpetual learning, and actively contribute to shaping India’s dynamic technological future.
A Legacy of Impact and Global Recognition
Founded in 1981, SPJIMR now stands 45 years strong, having evolved into one of India’s most societally impactful and internationally recognized management schools. The institution holds the esteemed ‘Triple Crown’ of international accreditations from EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA, affirming its global standing and commitment to educational excellence. These accolades, combined with leading global rankings, underscore SPJIMR’s foundational belief that management education must serve as a powerful force for societal transformation, rather than merely individual advancement.
Inspiring Future Leaders: Dual Ceremonies Unfold
The convocation was meticulously structured into two distinct ceremonies, each dedicated to celebrating specific cohorts. The morning ceremony honored nearly 500 participants across five programs tailored for working professionals. This included 264 graduates from the Post Graduate Executive Management Programme (PGEMP), 33 from the Post Graduate Programme in Marketing & Business Management (PGPMBM), and 51 from the Post Graduate Programme in General Management (PGPGM) across its Delhi and Mumbai campuses. Notably, the inaugural cohort of the Post Graduate Diploma in Management Online (PGDM Online) saw 37 graduates, while the Post Graduate Programme in Development Management (PGPDM) graduated 91 participants, marking its largest cohort in 15 years.
A significant highlight of the morning event was the PGEMP’s double milestone, celebrating its 25th year of operation and the graduation of the 1,000th participant from its founding partner, Larsen & Toubro. Ms. Zarin Daruwala, Group CEO, PL Capital, and a Member of SPJIMR’s Governing Council, delivered an inspiring message drawn from her decades of banking leadership. She encouraged graduates to
