IIM Sambalpur has recorded the sharpest climb among all IIMs in the NIRF 2025 rankings, jumping 16 places to secure the 34th spot in the management category. This marks a significant improvement from its 50th rank last year.

Speaking to News18 about the institute’s success, Professor Mahadeo Jaiswal, Director of IIM Sambalpur, said, “We stick to our core values of Integrity, Innovation and Inclusivity, while leveraging technology, experiential learning, and industry partnerships to create a truly future-ready management education."

In an exclusive conversation, he outlined the key reforms, initiatives, and strategies that powered this remarkable turnaround.

Here are the edited excerpts from the interview:

1. IIM Sambalpur has recorded the steepest climb in NIRF 2025 rankings among all

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