Pankaj Jalote

Pankaj Jalote is a Distinguished Professor and former Founding Director (2008–2018) of IIIT-Delhi, a research-led institution he transformed into a globally recognized institution. His work focuses on higher education policy, research university development, and curriculum design. He led initiatives like the Enveave environmental platform and the ALT app for active learning. As an academic leader, he chairs committees such as the AICTE CSE curriculum revision and designs programs like the CS Education certificate. His book Building Research Universities in India (2020) synthesizes his decade-long institutional leadership experience, exploring governance, financing, and research missions.

Key research interests include interdisciplinary education (e.g., CS+X programs), hybrid teaching methodologies, and PhD program reforms. Jalote advocates for academic autonomy, NEP implementation, and equitable access to quality education. His contributions extend to policy discussions on foreign universities, faculty recruitment strategies, and the role of alumni in institutional growth.

• Key Projects: Active Learning Teaching (ALT) App, Enveave environmental platform, AICTE CSE curriculum revision
• Leadership Roles: Founding Director IIIT-Delhi, Chair of multiple educational committees
• Recognition: Book published by SAGE, cited for institutional leadership and policy insights

Jalote's work bridges academic research with systemic educational reforms, emphasizing innovation in teaching methods and institutional governance.