Yuvakshetra Institute of Management Studies (YIMS), Palakkad, has been conferred the prestigious Dr. APJ Abdul Kalam Pride of India Award 2026 in recognition of its outstanding contribution to higher education, youth empowerment, and the promotion of the Indian Knowledge System (IKS).
The award acknowledges YIMS’s unwavering commitment to academic excellence, value-based education, and holistic student development. Over the years, the institution has consistently nurtured young minds through innovative teaching methodologies, industry-oriented programmes, and impactful Youth Club initiatives that encourage leadership, social responsibility, and community engagement.
Receiving this national honour reflects the institution’s remarkable efforts in creating an educational ecosystem that empowers students with knowledge, skills, ethics, and a strong sense of nation-building. The recognition also highlights YIMS’s significant role in implementing educational strategies aligned with the vision of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, inspiring students to become responsible citizens and future leaders.
The award citation commends Yuvakshetra Institute of Management Studies for its excellence in education, promotion of Indian values and knowledge traditions, and its enduring contribution towards developing socially conscious and professionally competent graduates across Palakkad district and beyond.
Speaking on the occasion, the management expressed heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated faculty members, non-teaching staff, students, alumni, parents, and well-wishers whose continuous support and commitment have been instrumental in achieving this milestone.
This prestigious recognition further strengthens YIMS’s mission of delivering quality higher education while fostering innovation, research, entrepreneurship, and service to society. The institute remains committed to carrying forward the legacy and ideals of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam by inspiring generations of learners to dream, innovate, and contribute meaningfully to the nation.
Congratulations to the entire YIMS family on this proud national achievement!
