Kolkata, October 12, 2026: Guru Nanak Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology (GNIPST), a JIS Group Educational Initiative, hosted its Academic Excellence and Degree Distribution Ceremony at the Guru Nanak College Campus in recognition of academic achievements of B. Pharm and M. Pharm graduates from the batches of 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025.
The ceremony recognised 77 undergraduate and postgraduate rank holders, who received Gold, Silver and Bronze Medals for their academic performance and traditional Uttariyo as a mark of honour and appreciation. A total of 235 undergraduate and 287 postgraduate students were also awarded their degree certificates.
Dr. Tapas Chakraborty, Vice Chancellor (MAKAUT), attended as the distinguished guest and formally declared the ceremony open. The ceremony was further distinguished by the presence of several eminent academicians, institutional leaders and representatives from the fields of education, research and healthcare. The dignitaries included Sardar Simarpreet Singh, Director, JIS Group; Dr. Neeraj Saxena, Pro Chancellor, JIS University; Dr. Partha Sarkar, Vice Chancellor, JIS University; Dr. Ramkrishna Sen, Former Head of the Department of Biotechnology, IIT Kharagpur; Swami Sankarananda, General Secretary, International Vedanta Society; Dr. Pranabesh Chakraborty, Former Director, MAKAUT; Dr. Muktipada Rana, President, Indian Pharmaceutical Association; Dr. Swarup Kumar Maity, Principal, GNIT; Dr. Sumana Chatterjee, Principal, Dr. Sudhir Chandra Sur Institute of Pharmaceutical Science and Technology; Mr. Xavier Gomes, Advisor, GNIHM; Mr. Bidyut Majumder, Dy. Director, JIS Group, Dr. Jaysuryan Narayanan, Research Advisor, JIS Group; Father Mathews Chandrankunnel; Dr. Abhijit Sengupta, Director, GNIPST, and Dr. Lopamudra Datta, Principal, GNIPST.
Speaking on the occasion, Sardar Simarpreet Singh, Director, JIS Group said, “The Academic Excellence and Degree Distribution Ceremony marks an important milestone in the journey of our students, recognising years of dedication, perseverance and learning. At GNIPST, we strive to go beyond academic excellence by nurturing professionals who combine scientific knowledge with ethical values, innovation and a sense of responsibility towards society. As our graduates step into the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, I hope they will continue to learn, adapt and contribute meaningfully to advancing healthcare and improving lives. Their achievements are a reflection of their hard work and the collective efforts of our faculty and institution.”
