Vikrant Joshi, Principal, Vivekanand Education Society Polytechnic, Honoured with Indian Society

for Technical Education (ISTE) Best Principal (Diploma) 2025 Award

Mumbai, 14th November, 2025: Vivekanand Education Society Polytechnic (VESP) is proud to
announce that Vikrant Joshi, Principal, VESP, has been awarded the prestigious Indian Society for
Technical Education Best Principal (Diploma) 2025 Award at the ISTE Student Convention held at
KJ College of Engineering & Management Research, Pune on 14 th November 2025. The award was
presented by Dr. Pratapsinh K Desai, President, ISTE, New Delhi, in recognition of Joshi’s exceptional
leadership, academic excellence, and his significant contribution to transforming diploma-level
technical education.
The ceremony witnessed the presence of distinguished leaders from Maharashtra’s higher education
ecosystem, including Dr. D. V. Jadhav, Joint Director, Regional Office – Pune, Directorate of Technical
Education, Maharashtra; Dr. Parag Kalkar, Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Savitribai Phule Pune University
(SPPU); Dr. Sunil Gangadhar Bhirud, Vice-Chancellor, COEP Technological University, Pune; Dr. Vilas
S. Sapkal, Vice-Chancellor, MGM University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar; Dr. Ranjit K. Sawant,
Chairman, ISTE Maharashtra & Goa Section; and Dr. Rakesh Kumar Jain, Vice-Chancellor, Ajeenkya
DY Patil University, Pune.
Vikrant Joshi, Principal, Vivekanand Education Society Polytechnic said, “This award is a reflection
of VESP’s collective commitment to quality technical education and our constant pursuit of academic
excellence. It reinforces our belief in creating an environment where innovation, discipline, and
student empowerment go hand in hand. I am truly grateful to ISTE for this recognition, and
immensely proud of my dedicated faculty, supportive staff, and hardworking students who
continuously strive to elevate the institution’s standards.”
Under Joshi’s dynamic leadership, VESP has significantly strengthened its academic outcomes,
expanded student development programmes, and introduced several industry-aligned initiatives. His
focused emphasis on innovation, skill development, and outcome-based education has positioned
VESP among the leading diploma institutions in Maharashtra. Over the years, he has been
instrumental in nurturing an ecosystem that promotes holistic learning, technical competency, and
professional readiness. VESP remains committed to delivering future-ready technical education
through academic rigour, strong industry collaboration, and a continued emphasis on employability.
The institution consistently advances its vision of developing skilled, responsible, and industry-ready
professionals who can contribute meaningfully to India’s rapidly evolving technical landscape.

About Vivekanand Education Society
Established in 1962, Vivekanand Education Society (VES) is committed to nurturing excellence in
academics, innovation, and holistic development. Located in Chembur, Mumbai, VES has grown into
7 sprawling campuses with 26+ institutions offering education across diverse fields such as arts,
commerce, science, engineering, law, management, architecture, business school and more.​

Guided by the values of Swami Vivekananda and the visionary leadership of Shri Hashu Advani Ji, VES
strives to create future-ready individuals who excel in their fields while embodying ethical values and
social responsibility. With state-of-the-art facilities, a dedicated faculty, and a vibrant student
community, VES continues to inspire generations to achieve their highest potential.