O.P. Jindal Global University, a non-profit, multidisciplinary and research-oriented institution recognized by the Government of India as an Institution of Eminence, brings extensive global academic reach with more than 600 international collaborations across over 80 countries. The university is known for its globally benchmarked education system focused on academic excellence, innovation, and real-world impact.
The partnership is designed to reinforce ISP’s “Future Pathways” programme, which forms a core part of its Five Learning Pillars under the Learning.First framework. The initiative is intended to guide students and their families in making informed decisions about life beyond school through meaningful engagement with higher education institutions and professional environments.
ISP operates 118 schools across 26 countries and educates more than 118,000 students worldwide. Through the collaboration with JGU, students across ISP India schools will gain structured access to curated higher education and career guidance, research-driven interdisciplinary learning experiences, immersive visits to the JGU campus, and early exposure to diverse academic disciplines and emerging career fields.
The initiative also extends benefits to educators, who will receive certified professional development opportunities designed to enhance teaching practices through research-based methodologies and innovative academic approaches. The collaboration is positioned to strengthen academic delivery and broaden institutional learning standards across ISP India’s school network.
Speaking on the partnership, Ms. Rakhi Karnik, Head of Student Futures, ISP India, stated: “At ISP, our purpose is to grow the world’s most curious and confident minds. Through our Learning. First. ™ approach and our Five Learning Pillars, this means going beyond strong academics to intentionally build pathways that connect learning with real-world opportunity. Our collaboration with O.P. Jindal Global University is a powerful step forward for our Future Pathways programme — giving students early exposure to university environments, research-led thinking, and future career possibilities. By enabling our learners to explore deeply, think independently, and make informed choices, we are equipping them to confidently pursue their Destination of Choice in a rapidly evolving global landscape.”
According to ISP’s 2024 internal data, 93 percent of its graduates achieve one of their top three preferred higher education or career pathways, reflecting the impact of its structured guidance framework.
Founded in 2009, O.P. Jindal Global University has grown into a globally connected academic institution comprising twelve schools spanning Law, Business and Management, International Affairs, Public Policy, Liberal Arts and Humanities, Journalism, Art and Architecture, Banking and Finance, Environment and Sustainability, Psychology and Counselling, Languages and Literature, and Public Health and Human Development. The university hosts faculty from more than 50 countries and students from over 100 countries, reinforcing its international academic environment.
The partnership marks a significant milestone in advancing school-to-university transition frameworks, strengthening global exposure, and equipping students with future-ready competencies aligned with evolving academic and professional landscapes.
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