About Society

About the Apeejay Education Society

The Apeejay Education Society (AES), registered on 4th December, 1967 under the Societies Act XXI of 1860 at Jalandhar (Punjab) is sponsored by the renowned industrial House of Apeejay Stya. The prime objective of the Society is to provide facilities for quality education to boys and girls of all ages by establishing:

• Schools to offer primary to senior secondary education
• Colleges to offer higher education at graduate, post-graduate and doctoral levels in Fine Arts, Humanities, Commerce and Science
• Technical institutions to offer engineering and technology courses, and to provide facilities for research development and consultancy in related areas
• Professional institutions to offer Communication, Management and Computer Sciences courses at all levels, i.e. degree, post-degree, doctoral and post-doctoral, and research and consultancy services to industry

Dr. Stya Paul, illustrious industrialist and philanthropist, who has dedicated his life to the pursuit of excellence in education, is the Founder Chairman of the Apeejay Education Society. The members of the Society comprise distinguished people drawn from industry, business, education, administration and public organisations.

Founder's Vision

Dr. Stya Paul
(October 4, 1919 - June 7, 2010)
Founder Chairman,
Apeejay Stya Group & Apeejay Education Society

Tu Shaheen hai parwaz hai kaam tera, tere saamne aasman aur bhi hain

(You are a falcon. Soaring high is your nature. There are skies yet for you to conquer.)  -Iqbal

Dr. Stya Paul, eminent industrialist, educationist, philanthropist and freedom fighter, provided the foundation and inspiration for the emergence of the Apeejay Stya Group and the Apeejay Education Society as trusted symbols of quality and excellence in the country's industrial and educational landscape. A pioneering entrepreneur with a far-sighted vision of the future, Dr. Stya Paul was instrumental in the rise of the Apeejay Group as one of the biggest industrial houses of independent India, and was a leading architect of the country's emergence as a self-reliant industrial superpower, founded on the strength of Indian capability and enterprise. As Chairman Emeritus, he has guided the Apeejay Stya Group – a privately and closely-held leading Indian industrial and investment House to become one of the major corporate houses of the country, with several alliances, collaborations and significant presence in Europe, Middle East and East Asia. Dr. Stya Paul, fondly called Sethji, was one of the earliest industrialists in the country who recognised the great role that industry could play in providing quality education and to contribute towards nation-building. Towards this objective, he decided to set up not-for-profit educational institutions across the country where scientific and career-building knowledge could be provided along with inculcation of values and an appreciation of Indian culture, arts and heritage. Starting with a small school in Jalandhar in 1967, the 13 schools and 16 institutions of higher learning established by him over the last four decades under the aegis of the Apeejay Education Society have flowered to become symbols of excellence in their various disciplines, moulding the lives and careers of future generations of the country. The year 2010 also saw the realisation of Dr. Stya Paul's lifetime dream of setting up the Apeejay Stya University – a seat of global learning that would bring about transformation of society through value based education, man-making and nation-building, by blending the dual identities of a technology and research based university with a liberal arts institution. Dr. Stya Paul's forays in the field of education exhibited the same meticulous planning, concern for detail and flawless execution that were his hallmark throughout his life. Each of the institutions set up by him was an act of love, and he nurtured them to success by creating a family-like environment through his personal touch, and a shared vision of excellence and ownership with all the stake-holders in the institutions. His vision of value based holistic education, focusing on acquiring thinking skills and 'learning how to learn for life' was truly global, transcending the confines of state and country. It was also Dr. Stya Paul who, as the undisputed voice of the industry in young independent India, first embraced the concept of corporate social responsibility and emphasised the need for an integral relationship between ethics and business. During his long and illustrious career, Dr. Stya Paul has been actively associated with several social, cultural and professional bodies, and held responsible positions reflecting his versatility, leadership and standing in industry and social circles. His philanthropy and generosity knew no bounds, and throughout his life, he helped the physically-handicapped and the needy with financial help and educational/vocational opportunities, thus enabling them to join the mainstream. Over the years, numerous honours and accolades were bestowed upon him in a life richly lived and full of sharing and caring. But he never desired any monuments to himself, though there are living monuments, in the shape of multitudes of people across the country, who share their memories of how he touched and transformed their lives in his own unique way.

A true Karmayogi, Dr. Stya Paul retained his zeal for hard work even in his advanced age and remained keenly involved in the management of the Apeejay institutions well into his nineties. Active till the very end, he left this world peacefully on June 7, 2010 while preparing to leave for his office. But his life's work and achievements, and the lasting legacy of excellence that he leaves behind, will continue to inspire and guide us in all our endeavours, as we strive to achieve the goals to which he devoted his life. Like the ever-soaring falcon of Iqbal's couplet that inspired Dr. Stya Paul throughout his life's journey, his spirit will live on forever.

President's Message

Sushma Paul Berlia

President

Apeejay Education Society

Education is not mere accumulation of facts; it is preparation of life itself. Education is knowledge imbued with wisdom and ethics. It develops the personality of the students, moulds their character and develops mental skills to help them cope with problems and challenges of the complex world of today. One of the most significant character traits that need to be instilled in our youth during their education is a finely ingrained attitude of service- before-self. The aim is to make them successful not only in life, but also conscious of their duties and responsibilities towards their fellow citizens. It is with this vision that the Apeejay Education Society was established in 1967 and twenty-nine educational institutions set up across the country over the last four decades, offering quality education from Pre-Primary to Doctoral levels. The Apeejay institutions exemplify the fact that sky is not the limit in the pursuit of excellence. The aim of our schools is to promote a system of integral education in a congenial child-friendly environment that emphasises the unity of all knowledge, synthesises humanity and sciences and recognises the fact that each child is unique. We believe that education should enable the students to soar high - morally, socially and spiritually. We believe that our students need to learn that the secret of success and contentment lies in discovering one's own strengths as well as limitations. There is, therefore, every reason to place a renewed emphasis on the humanistic dimensions of education, enabling each person to grasp and appreciate the individuality of others, and to discover one's own self through an inner journey whose milestones are knowledge, introspection and humility. This should guide educational thinking in conjunction with other holistic objectives. At Apeejay schools, priority is also given to the teaching of critical thinking skills such as reasoning and problem solving, to help our students develop the ability to reach sound conclusions based on observation and information. Our school curricula also allows our teachers the flexibility to adopt innovative methods to stimulate interest and attention among the students and develop in them an appreciation for the values of the past, the excitement of the present and the challenges of the future. You would find a wealth of learning opportunities at Apeejay schools and institutions of higher learning that would serve as an essential stepping stone to a fulfilling life and career.

Director's Message

Dr. Rajesh Bagga

Director
Apeejay Institute of Management Technical Campus

John W Gardner once stated:

"Excellence is doing ordinary things extraordinary well."

The pursuit of excellence is a way of life at Apeejay Institute of Management Technical Campus. We pull out all the stops in giving the students our best in terms of course structure, infrastructure, technological advancement or educational ambience. Recognizing the enormous potential of education, we try our utmost in providing most prized and cutting edge qualification so as to create a highly competent pool of tomorrow's business elite. We make available a blend of academic, cultural and intellectual resources so as to provide the students with a vibrant and dynamic environment for the all round and harmonious development of their personalities. Striving ceaselessly to provide more engaging and conducive learning environment, the conventional classroom teaching is supplemented by such leaning opportunities as seminars, workshops, guest lectures and paper presentations. It's been for these reasons that this institute has been a dream destination for those aspiring to pursue their interest in the field of Management and IT Education. It gives me a great joy in extending a warm and hearty welcome to all the students desirous of joining Apeejay Institute of Management Technical Campus for various courses offered by it. Wishing you all success.