Dr. Raj Singh, ex-Vice Chancellor of JAIN (Deemed-to-be University), is all set to embark on his new journey as the Vice Chancellor at Bennett University. The announcement came in May 2025 through Singh’s LinkedIn, where he shared that his term with Jain University, where he worked for the last five years, ended on 30th April 2025.
Dr. Raj Singh brings over four decades of experience in education and administration, having previously served as Vice Chancellor at institutions such as G D Goenka University, Amity University (Jaipur and Gwalior), and as Pro-Vice Chancellor at Amity University NOIDA. He is recognized for his innovative approach to higher education, including the development of transdisciplinary, project-centric learning models and the integration of research and industry partnerships to address global needs. His contributions have been acknowledged with the Peter Drucker Memorial Award 2020 and the LOSD Excellence Award for Educational Governance 2023.
Dr. Singh expressed enthusiasm for the adventure ahead when he announced his new position. In a statement, Dr. Singh reflected on his time at JAIN University, expressing gratitude for the opportunities to engage in learning, innovation, enrichment, and networking, which coincided with the implementation of the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. Dr. Singh highlighted his involvement in major events at JAIN University, including the hosting of the Khelo India University Games in 2022. He believed that his tenure as one of the most fulfilling in his over 15 years of experience as a Vice Chancellor, extending profound thanks to his colleagues and students for their support.
As Dr. Raj Singh transitions in his career, his journey stands as a testament to visionary academic leadership and dedication to transformative education. Now stepping into a new role at Bennett University, he brings with him a wealth of experience and a forward-looking mindset. His proven track record of building collaborative ecosystems between academia, industry, and research will likely be a strong asset to Bennett University’s vision of excellence.
Grateful for the support he received in his previous role and optimistic about the future, Dr. Singh embraces this new chapter with humility and purpose. As he joins the Bennett community, the academic fraternity will be keenly watching the impact of his leadership in shaping the university’s future trajectory.
