The scholarships were formally conferred during a special ceremony आयोजित at Chitkara University, underscoring the strength of the long-standing academic partnership between Chitkara University and Deakin University, Australia. The Vice-Chancellor's Meritorious Scholarship remains among Deakin University's most sought-after awards for Indian students, offering 50% tuition fee support to pursue industry-aligned, future-focused programs with genuine international exposure. For Indian families weighing the real cost of a globally recognised degree, this scholarship significantly reshapes access to international education.
Reflecting on the achievement, Dr. Madhu Chitkara, Pro Chancellor, Chitkara University, stated that the recognition of Parth Bhandari and Ishan Attri reflects both their hard work and academic commitment, as well as the global pathways enabled through institutional partnerships. She emphasised that Chitkara University remains committed to nurturing talent, building global perspectives, and preparing students for success in a rapidly evolving world.
Echoing this vision, Ravneet Pawha, Vice President (Global Engagement) and CEO (South Asia), Deakin University, highlighted that the scholarships are designed to expand access to world-class education and recognise students ready to compete globally. He noted that the partnership with Chitkara University enables early identification and support of talent, helping Indian students develop international capabilities while contributing to India’s future in an interconnected world.
Deakin University, ranked among the top 1% of universities globally, is widely recognised for its emphasis on graduate employability, innovation, and strong industry engagement, positioning it as a leading destination for Indian students pursuing higher education abroad. Chitkara University, a prominent private institution in India, complements this partnership through its industry-integrated curriculum and a consistent track record of enabling international learning opportunities.
The Deakin–Chitkara collaboration provides students with access to globally aligned curricula, international faculty engagement, and flexible study pathways, including opportunities to transition directly to Deakin’s campuses in Australia. This partnership aligns closely with the objectives of India’s National Education Policy (NEP 2020), which promotes internationally integrated, future-ready education frameworks.
The achievement of Parth Bhandari and Ishan Attri underscores Chitkara University’s sustained efforts in building a pipeline of globally competitive students supported by robust international partnerships.
Chitkara University is a UGC-recognised and NAAC A+ accredited private university with campuses in Punjab and Himachal Pradesh. It is recognised among India’s leading institutions by NIRF, QS World University Rankings, and Times Higher Education. The university offers undergraduate and postgraduate programs across Engineering, Business, Healthcare, Pharmacy, Design, Architecture, Hospitality, and emerging technologies including Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, and Machine Learning.
Its academic model integrates internships, live industry projects, and research into core curricula, supported by over 2,000 campus recruiters and more than 300 international academic and industry partners. Through Global Pathway programs developed in collaboration with leading universities in the United States, Australia, and Canada, students can complete part of their degree abroad. With a strong focus on innovation, entrepreneurship, and applied learning, Chitkara University continues to prepare graduates for careers both in India and internationally.
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