Archive · 4 Jan 2026
Achyuta Samanta receives 70th honorary doctorate
Achyuta Samanta, who started KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, got a special doctor's hat from JECRC University in Jaipur.
This is his 70th special award from different schools around the world.
He got it because he does a lot to help poor people learn.
He also spoke to everyone at the big school party where he got the award.
JECRC University is 25 years old and has lots of students.
Achyuta Samanta received his 70th honorary doctorate, a Doctor of Science (D.Sc), from JECRC University, Jaipur.
The award was presented during the 9th Annual Convocation Ceremony on Saturday.
Samanta is recognized for his work in education, social transformation, and humanitarian service.
He is the founder of KIIT, KISS, and KIMS, institutions known for empowering the underprivileged through education.
JECRC University is a 25-year-old institution with over 25,000 students.
- Who
- Achyuta Samanta, Founder of KIIT, KISS & KIMS
- What
- Received the 70th honorary doctorate, Doctor of Science (D.Sc)
- When
- During the 9th Annual Convocation Ceremony on Saturday
- Where
- JECRC University, Jaipur
- Why
- For his contributions to education, social transformation, and humanitarian service
- Recipient
- Achyuta Samanta
- Degree
- Doctor of Science (D.Sc)
- Awarding Institution
- JECRC University, Jaipur
- Occasion
- 9th Annual Convocation Ceremony
- Total Honorary Doctorates
- 70
- Founder
- KIIT, KISS & KIMS
- JECRC Foundation Age
- 25 years
- JECRC Students
- 25,000