A week-long CSR initiative in collaboration with Prabhat Khabar honours 10th and 10+2 toppers while showcasing ISM Patna's legacy of academic excellence, industry-oriented education, and outstanding placement success.
ISM Patna, June 29, 2026: Reaffirming its unwavering commitment to educational excellence, social responsibility, and youth empowerment, the International School of Management (ISM), Patna, in collaboration with Prabhat Khabar, successfully organised the week-long “Genius Award 2026” series to honour meritorious students of 10th and 10+2 examinations from various educational boards. Conceived as a philanthropic Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative, the programme celebrated academic brilliance while motivating thousands of aspiring students to pursue higher education with confidence, purpose, and professional vision.
The award series was conducted under the visionary leadership of Sri Deval Singh, Vice Chairman, and under the academic guidance of Prof. (Dr.) Sandeep Kumar, Director; Prof. (Dr.) Viveka Nand Sharma, Dean and Principal; Prof. (Dr.) Sweta Rani, Academic Head; and Ms. Neeru Kumari, Training and Placement Officer, who have consistently nurtured an ecosystem of innovation, academic excellence, and industry readiness at ISM Patna.
Welcoming the award recipients, parents, teachers, and distinguished guests, the institute's leadership congratulated the young achievers and encouraged them to continue their pursuit of knowledge with determination, discipline, and integrity. The programme also served as a platform to inspire students standing at the threshold of higher education by exposing them to the opportunities available in contemporary management, commerce, computer applications, journalism, and allied professional disciplines.
Addressing the gathering, Prof. (Dr.) Viveka Nand Sharma, Dean and Principal, and Prof. (Dr.) Sweta Rani, Academic Head, highlighted the remarkable journey and achievements of ISM Patna over the years in UG and PG courses. They emphasized that the institution has consistently blended academic rigour with practical exposure, industry engagement, personality development, and holistic mentoring to prepare students for the evolving demands of the global workforce.
The speakers proudly shared that, in a moment of immense pride for Bihar and the nation, ISM Patna was conferred with the prestigious "Best Management Institution in South Asia Award–2025", at Bharat-Bhutan Friendship Summit, recognising its relentless pursuit to excellence in management education and its contribution towards creating future-ready professionals.
Further strengthening its academic credentials, ISM Patna has earned the distinction of being ranked as the No. 1 Private Business School in Bihar by The Economic Times for four consecutive years, while also securing recognition as the 6th Best Business School in the Eastern Region and 40th Best Business School in India. These remarkable accomplishments reflect the institution's consistent pursuit of quality education, academic innovation, industry collaboration, and student success.
The institute’s leadership observed that these recognitions are particularly meaningful because a significant proportion of ISM students come from middle-class and lower-middle-class families. Through affordable quality education, experienced faculty members, modern infrastructure, skill-oriented learning, and robust placement support, ISM continues to transform aspirations into successful professional careers across diverse industries.
Speaking on the occasion, Ms. Neeru Kumari, Training and Placement Officer, highlighted the institute’s strong focus on employability, corporate exposure, internship opportunities, personality development, communication skills, aptitude training, and campus recruitment. She emphasized that ISM's dedicated placement ecosystem enables students to become industry-ready professionals capable of meeting the challenges of today's dynamic employment landscape. She encouraged the newly qualified Intermediate students to choose institutions that nurture not only academic knowledge but also professional competence, leadership qualities, ethical values, and entrepreneurial thinking. Through its nationally recognised academic programmes, accomplished faculty, industry-integrated curriculum, modern learning environment, research-driven culture, and impressive placement record, ISM Patna continues to emerge as one of Eastern India's most preferred destinations for professional higher education.
The week-long award series witnessed enthusiastic participation from students, parents, educators, and academic well-wishers across Bihar. Beyond recognising academic excellence, the initiative reflected ISM Patna's enduring philosophy that education should inspire confidence, cultivate talent, and create opportunities for every deserving learner irrespective of socio-economic background.
The event was efficiently coordinated and managed by industry expert Mr. Dayanidhi, whose meticulous planning and professional execution ensured smooth organisation, meaningful engagement with participants, and effective representation of the institution throughout the programme.
With a vision to create socially responsible, globally competent, and professionally accomplished graduates, the International School of Management, Patna, remains steadfast in its mission of empowering the youth of Bihar and the nation through transformative education that bridges aspirations with achievement.
