NorthCap University Hosts International Conference on NEP Implementation, Draws Experts from Across India and Globe

NorthCap University's Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) conducted its two-day International Conference on NEP Implementation in Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) through Outcome-Based Education and Internationalisation from March 30 to March 31 in 2026. The conference was co-organised with ASIC, UK, and supported by the Services Export Promotion Council (SEPC), with sponsorship from Metisoft Labs and Somah EduSolutions Pvt. Ltd.

What the Conference Was About

The event brought together Vice-Chancellors, Deans, international quality experts, and industry leaders from across India and the world, with research contributions from institutions spanning more than eight states. The Indian National Education Policy 2020 provides a base for educational institutions to develop their programs through outcome-based educational practices and artificial intelligence technologies and academic internationalization. 

Key Voices at the Inauguration

The inaugural session featured two keynote addresses from senior figures:

1. Prof. (Dr.) Raj Nehru, Director General of the Swaran Jayanti Haryana Institute for Fiscal Management and OSD to the Haryana Chief Minister, emphasised the importance of outcome-based education, skill development, and the integration of Indian Knowledge Systems in higher education, arguing that the learner must remain at the centre of every reform effort. 
2. Dr. Abhay Sinha, Director General of the Services Export Promotion Council, spoke on the internationalisation of Indian education, outlining the schemes and opportunities available through SEPC and the role the council can play in taking Indian academic institutions to a global audience.

Three Panel Discussions Over Two Days

The conference organized three panel discussions which dedicated their focus to specific topics that guided the discussion throughout both days. The first session studied how artificial intelligence implemented in academic systems developed through NEP 2020. The second session focused on artificial intelligence systems which provide quality assurance and accreditation services. The third session investigated methods to enhance industry-academia partnerships which would support academic excellence while universities in India pursue international standards.

Why This Matters

The National Education Policy 2020 of India represents the most extensive educational reform effort which has taken place in the country during the past several decades. The process of implementing this program throughout multiple higher education institutions remains a difficult and resource-intensive task. The implementation is actually shaped during events like this which bring together policymakers and academic experts together with business leaders.

NCU's IQAC made its position clear: quality assurance in education is not a box-ticking compliance exercise. The organization needs to establish a quality assurance system which will develop its educational standards through continuous implementation. 

The conference received support from SEPC while Metisoft Labs and Somah EduSolutions Pvt. Ltd sponsored the event. For further information, contact the IQAC, NorthCap University, Gurugram.