The first-ever All-India NITs Administrative Conclave (AI-NAC) 2026 commenced today at the Ravangla Campus of the National Institute of Technology Sikkim (NIT Sikkim), bringing together administrative officers and staff from 18 institutes across the country, including 17 NITs and IIEST Shibpur. Hosted by NIT Sikkim from 8 to 11 October 2026, the four-day conclave provides a national platform for interaction, knowledge-sharing and exchange of best practices in institutional administration.

The inaugural session was graced by Shri Ramesh Kumar Saraogi, Chairperson, Board of Governors, NIT Sikkim and NIT Arunachal Pradesh, in the august presence of Prof. Mahesh Chandra Govil, Director, NIT Sikkim; Shri Shiba Prasad Hota, Registrar, IIT Indore; and Shri Ashish Agarwal, Under Secretary, Ministry of Water Resources. The session was attended by Registrars, Deans, Heads of Departments, administrative officers and delegates from participating NITs and IIEST Shibpur.

Addressing the conclave, Shri Ramesh Kumar Saraogi emphasised that such a platform was the need of the hour to promote greater harmony, coordination and uniformity in administrative practices across NITs. He urged officers and staff to work with dignity, discipline and a strong sense of ownership towards their respective institutions, contributing collectively to the vision of a Viksit Bharat by 2047.

Prof. Mahesh Chandra Govil, Director, NIT Sikkim, highlighted the crucial role of administration in supporting academic excellence and institutional development. He called upon administrative personnel to discharge their responsibilities with sincerity, professionalism, efficiency and appropriate conduct, while fostering a culture of teamwork and service.

The inaugural session also showcased the rich cultural heritage and traditions of Sikkim through a vibrant cultural programme, providing the participating delegates an opportunity to experience the unique cultural identity of the host State.

AI-NAC 2026 has been designed not merely as a series of formal sessions, but as a collaborative platform for administrative personnel to interact, learn from one another, share experiences and explore innovative approaches to good governance and effective institutional administration.

The subsequent sessions will deliberate on key areas of NIT administration, including financial governance and audit, public procurement, litigation and RTI management, technology and Artificial Intelligence in academic administration, employee well-being, reservation and establishment matters. The conclave will also feature group discussions and panel sessions focusing on contemporary challenges and the way forward for administration in NITs

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