NSBT Sets a Benchmark for Quality Education in Tier-II India

It is hard to believe that a higher educational institute in a Tier-II city is weaving together industry and academia in a way that commands national attention. Yet, Nath School of Business & Technology (NSBT) is doing exactly that in Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar — redefining higher education and community engagement through pioneering initiatives that fuse technology, entrepreneurship, and social impact. In just a short span, NSBT has become a hub where local pride meets global perspectives.

TEJAS – The Enterprising Journeys of Aurangabad / Sambhajinagar

NSBT proudly presents TEJAS, its flagship storytelling series on YouTube. TEJAS captures the inspiring journeys of local entrepreneurs—ordinary individuals with extraordinary stories of resilience, innovation, and enterprise. The series seeks to inspire the region’s youth, create relatable role models, and instill pride in the enterprising spirit of Sambhajinagar. After a successful first season hosted by Radhika and Rohit Dashrathi, the next chapter will be helmed by Prof. Neepa Mehta, Professor of Practice (Leadership) and Head of Industry–Institute Interaction at NSBT.

Industry Integration – Built by Industry, for Industry

At NSBT, industry is not an add-on; it is the foundation. The institute is run by industry leaders, supported by faculty with deep corporate experience, and offers an industry-focused curriculum and pedagogy. Students benefit from structured industry visits, continuous professional interactions, and a bountiful pipeline of internships that ensure they graduate ready for real-world challenges. This seamless integration with industry sets NSBT apart as a true practice-driven institution.

AI Lab in Partnership with Findability Sciences

To prepare students for the AI-driven economy, NSBT is establishing an AI Lab in partnership with Findability Sciences. The lab will provide hands-on exposure to artificial intelligence, enterprise applications, and data-driven problem-solving—bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice.

Cybersecurity Lab in Partnership with Sleuthix Consulting and EC-Council

Furthering its commitment to advanced technology education, NSBT is setting up a state-of-the-art Cybersecurity Lab with Sleuthix Consulting and EC-Council. Scheduled to launch this academic year, the lab will offer students industry-standard training in ethical hacking, network defense, and digital forensics—empowering graduates to meet the complex demands of the digital era.

Sustainability – From Classroom to Community

NSBT is equally committed to embedding sustainability in its DNA. Through the Padcare initiative, the institute has pioneered the recycling of sanitary pads at scale — a unique intervention linking social impact and ecological responsibility. As a signatory to the UN’s Principles for Responsible Management Education (PRME), NSBT ensures sustainability is not peripheral but core to its pedagogy, with dedicated courses such as ESG forming part of the curriculum.

Japan Immersion Program – Learning from Resilience and Revitalisation

In January 2025, NSBT launched its Japan Immersion Program (JIP) in partnership with Futaba Area Tourism Research Association (F-ATRAs). Five students and a faculty member spent three weeks in Japan, learning about resilience, community rebuilding, and revitalisation efforts in Fukushima and the Tohoku region after the 2011 triple disaster. Building on this success, the 2026 program will expand to 10 students, reaffirming NSBT’s commitment to nurturing globally aware and socially responsible leaders.

Ecological Immersions – Grounded, Humane, Enterprising

In addition to global exposure, NSBT ensures students connect deeply with local and rural realities. Its social and rural immersion programs, implemented rigorously, give students firsthand experience with community and environmental challenges. These immersive engagements not only nurture empathy and ecological sensitivity but also trigger an enterprising spirit, aligning perfectly with NSBT’s vision of shaping responsible leaders.

Recognition as a Best Education Brand

NSBT’s innovative approach and community-driven initiatives were nationally recognised when it was honoured as one of the Best Education Brands by ET Now. This accolade underscores NSBT’s emergence as a model institution in Tier-II India, blending academic excellence with social impact and industry relevance.

Cyber Shield 2025 – Building a Cyber-Resilient Police Force

To address the growing importance of cybersecurity in law enforcement, NSBT partnered with Aurangabad Rural Police to launch Cyber Shield 2025. The initiative trained over 250 policemen in cybersecurity awareness, digital investigation methods, and cyber safety practices—strengthening the region’s capacity to combat cybercrime.

Cyber Girls 4.0 – Empowering Future Women in Cybersecurity

As part of its inclusivity mission, NSBT hosted Cyber Girls 4.0 in collaboration with Udyan Shalini. Mentees were trained in fundamental cybersecurity skills, including Vulnerability Assessment and Penetration Testing (VAPT), marking a bold step toward bridging the gender gap in cybersecurity careers.

Management Development Programs – Building Industry Capabilities

Beyond academic programs, NSBT is deeply engaged in industry-oriented capacity building. The institute regularly conducts Management Development Programs (MDPs) in cybersecurity, digital marketing, digital transformation, finance for non finance, alongside its benchmark leadership coaching interventions. These programs are designed to help professionals and organizations stay ahead of emerging challenges, reinforcing NSBT’s role as a partner in regional and national growth.

CMIA Industry Awards – Strategic Knowledge Partnership

NSBT also served as the Strategic Knowledge Partner for the CMIA (Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar Manufacturers Association) Industry Awards 2025. This collaboration highlighted NSBT’s role in bridging academia and industry by contributing research, insights, and frameworks that shaped the awards process. Through this partnership, NSBT reaffirmed its commitment to celebrating industrial excellence and strengthening the region’s entrepreneurial and manufacturing ecosystem.

Sakriya Sambhajinagar – Celebrating Local Enterprise

With Sakriya Sambhajinagar, NSBT celebrates the city’s longstanding, generational, and enterprising businesses—crowd-pullers that reflect the spirit of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar. This initiative reinforces NSBT’s mission of nurturing enterprising and ecologically sensitive leaders while paying tribute to the entrepreneurial legacy of the city.

Board of Governors – Guiding Vision and Oversight

NSBT is guided by a distinguished Board of Governors, comprising leaders from industry, academia, and public life. The Board provides strategic direction, ensures academic excellence, and strengthens NSBT’s commitment to its founding vision — nurturing enterprising, ecologically sensitive, and socially responsible leaders. Their collective wisdom ensures that NSBT remains both globally relevant and locally rooted.

About NSBT

Nath School of Business & Technology (NSBT), Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar, is a visionary business and technology school founded under the leadership of Shri Nandkishor Kagliwal, Chairman N. Kagliwal Education & Research Foundation. Conceived as a social, not-for-profit initiative in partnership with MGM University, NSBT carries forward Shri Kagliwal’s legacy of nurturing agriculture, industry, and society—creating a space where character and competence walk hand in hand.

At the helm is Prof. Harsh Vardhan Jajoo, a leader with over 25 years of distinguished industry experience. Under his stewardship, NSBT has evolved into more than a place of learning—it is a vibrant hub where young minds are shaped into enterprising leaders, ecologically conscious citizens, and socially responsible change-makers.

Conclusion – A New Narrative for Tier-II Education

In just three years, NSBT has managed to create a footprint that blends academic depth with industry trust—a rare combination in India’s higher education landscape. What makes this story compelling is not simply that NSBT is delivering results, but that it is doing so in a region where such ambition is often considered impossible. NSBT is charting a path that reimagines what a Tier-II city institution can aspire to be: an epicentre of ideas, industry partnerships, sustainability, and leadership development. In doing so, it is not just educating students — it is reshaping the narrative of higher education in India.