Indira Mahindra School of Education
We train educators, researchers, and leaders to transform education through inquiry, practice, and policy, grounded in rigorous scholarship and real-world engagement
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Why choose Indira Mahindra School of Education?
Research-led teaching
Curriculum grounded in current educational theory, empirical methods, and policy analysis.
Field immersion
Practicum placements with schools, NGOs, and grassroots education initiatives.
Interdisciplinary environment
Shared campus with engineering and management schools fosters collaboration across disciplines.
Expert & diverse faculty
Our faculty have been trained in the best universities in India and abroad and have specialization and research interest in multiple areas. Educators with experience across TISS, Azim Premji University, and global institutions.
Multidisciplinary orientation
All programs at IMSE are designed to be multidisciplinary in nature. This also ensures that students of the School have the widest possible exposure regarding issues, frameworks and methods.
Diversity
Students at IMSE come from nearly 10 states and from different socio-cultural, economic, and linguistic backgrounds. This diversity enriches the overall atmosphere of the School.
Vibrant academic ethos
IMSE is committed to creating a culture of participation and collaboration. The School believes that a vibrant academic ethos both inside and outside the classroom is crucial in developing critical thinking among students.
World class amenities
IMSE is a residential campus with ample green areas with high-tech smart classrooms, reading rooms, well-equipped and growing library, cafeterias on campus, a medical dispensary and other facilities on the campus itself.
Research orientation
The curriculum and pedagogy at IMSE are deeply informed and grounded in research. The School makes every effort to integrate the latest scholarship into its courses and classes. The reading materials in each course are updated before the start of every semester to enable incorporation of very recent developments in theoretical, empirical, and practical developments in the field of educational studies. As the School adheres to high scholarly standards, our coursework also includes several useful skills that aid our students.
Seminars and Webinars
As part of the core academic activities of the School, IMSE organizes weekly Wednesday Seminars. The seminars held so far have seen guest speakers from TISS, JNU, Delhi University, Calcutta University, NIEPA, Azim Premji University, University of Bayreuth (Germany), University of Hyderabad and other reputed institutions.
Teacher – student interaction
Teachers at IMSE encourage and practice close student teacher interactions. Students are always welcomed to have a close interaction with the faculty members and discuss academia and other related aspects. There is close mentoring of students by the faculty.
Teaching innovation & practice
Modern pedagogy rooted in research, seminars, and smart learning spaces
Smart classrooms
Technology-enabled interactive learning environments
Research-driven pedagogy
Curriculum shaped by contemporary education scholarship
Seminars & guest lectures
Regular sessions with experts and practitioners
Field training & practicum
Real-world teaching practice in partner schools
Meet the faculty
Our faculty combines academic depth with real-world expertise, guiding students through both fundamental theory and applied innovation.
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FAQs
No. The programme supports both early-career professionals and new entrants with a strong interest in education.
Students complete practicum placements in schools, NGOs, and community organisations under faculty guidance.
Yes. Doctoral students co-author with faculty on grants, reports, and publications.
Yes. All students live and learn on campus, fostering a vibrant academic and peer community.
Yes. Merit-based financial support is available. PhD students may also receive funding through research projects
