XLRI Jamshedpur Appoints Dr. NS Rajan as First Professor of Practice

Jamshedpur, India – March 2025: XLRI Jamshedpur proudly welcomes Dr. NS Rajan as its first-ever Professor of Practice, a prestigious appointment made on the unanimous invitation of the XLRI Board of Governors.

An esteemed alumnus of the BMD 81-83 batch, Dr. Rajan holds a PhD from IIT Delhi and brings extensive leadership experience, having served as:

Group CHRO at Tata Sons

CEO of IDFC Foundation

Partner & Global Leader of HR Consulting Practice at Ernst & Young


Recognized for his outstanding contributions to HR and corporate leadership, Dr. Rajan has received a national award from the Hon’ble Prime Minister for his work in serving the underprivileged. He has also played a key role on the United Nations Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) panel, contributing to global job creation policies.

In this pivotal role at XLRI, Dr. Rajan will bridge the gap between academia and industry, mentor students, and enrich learning with real-world business insights. His appointment marks a significant step in XLRI’s commitment to fostering industry-relevant education and leadership development.

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