Rajgir, Nalanda (February 11, 2026): Nalanda University proudly announces that fifteen of its students have successfully qualified the prestigious UGC-NET Examination (December 2025), reaffirming the University’s commitment to academic excellence and research-driven learning.

The students who have qualified are:

1. Mr. Arka Mukherjee – School of Ecology and Environment Studies (NET Qualified for Assistant Professor and Admission to Ph.D.)
2. Ms. Shruti Suhani – School of Languages and Literature/Humanities (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
3. Mr. Binamra Deb – School of Languages and Literature/Humanities (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
4. Ms. Joel Guha – School of Languages and Literature/Humanities (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
5. Ms. Shambhawi Vardan – School of Ecology and Environment Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
6. Mr. Abhilash Tripathi – School of Ecology and Environment Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
7. Ms. Tiyasa Jena – Archaeology, School of Historical Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
8. Mr. Suyash Biyala – Archaeology, School of Historical Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
9. Mr. Md. Shahrukh Khan – Archaeology, School of Historical Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
10. Ms. Akangsha Basumatary – School of Historical Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
11. Mr. Jagtap Prashant Jagannath – Hindu Studies, School of Buddhist Studies, Philosophy & Comparative Religions (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
12. Ms. Pragati Prerna – Hindu Studies, School of Buddhist Studies, Philosophy & Comparative Religions (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
13. Mr. Pradeep Kumar – School of Management Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
14. Ms. Richa Sharma – School of Management Studies (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)
15. Ms. Khusi Kothari – School of Buddhist Studies, Philosophy & Comparative Religions (NET Qualified for Admission to Ph.D. only)

Vice Chancellor, Professor Sachin Chaturvedi, met and felicitated the successful candidates, congratulating them on their remarkable achievement. Appreciating their dedication and perseverance, he stated that this accomplishment reflects the rigorous academic environment of Nalanda University and its emphasis on research and critical inquiry.

Professor Chaturvedi further remarked that the success of these students will serve as a strong source of inspiration for their peers and future aspirants. He also shared that the University is planning special academic and mentoring initiatives to further hone the research and teaching skills of these selected students, enabling them to contribute meaningfully to academia and society.