Dr. (Mrs) Pankaj Mittal

Dr. (Mrs.) Pankaj Mittal is a distinguished academician and leader in Indian higher education. With over three decades of experience, she has made significant contributions to policy planning and management. As Secretary General of the Association of Indian Universities (AIU), she is the second woman to hold this position in the association’s 97-year history. Dr. Mittal is a Fulbright Scholar with an MSc and PhD in Agricultural Statistics from IARI, New Delhi. She has transformed Bhagat Phool Singh Mahila Vishwavidyalaya, a rural women’s university, into an internationally recognized institution. Dr. Mittal has received prestigious awards, including the Fulbright Nehru Scholarship grant and the President of India Award for Digital Initiatives in Higher Education. She has represented India internationally, published extensively, and served on various committees and professional bodies. Her work showcases her commitment to advancing higher education, empowering women, and driving institutional growth.