Galgotias University Launches State-of-the-Art ‘NSE SMART Lab’ in Collaboration with NSE Academy to Create Future-Ready Finance Professionals

GREATER NOIDA, 2nd February 2026: Galgotias University, a leading academic institution in Uttar Pradesh, has achieved a major milestone for its School of Finance and Commerce by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with NSE Academy Limited (a wholly owned subsidiary of the National Stock Exchange of India). This collaboration reinforces the university’s commitment to industry-integrated education by bringing financial markets directly to the campus.

The MoU was signed in the presence of Mr. Ranganathan S. (Associate Vice President, NSE Academy Limited), Mr. Sajal Choudhary (Manager, NSE Academy Limited), and [Name/Designation] from Galgotias University. This partnership aims to equip students of the School of Finance and Commerce with practical competencies through hands-on training on the advanced NSE SMART simulation platform.

Speaking on the announcement, Dr. Dhruv Galgotia, CEO, Galgotias University, said:

“At Galgotias University, we believe in learning by doing. The establishment of the NSE SMART Lab is a revolutionary step that bridges the gap between textbooks and the real world. This facility offers our students real-time market simulations, allowing them to practice trading strategies without any financial loss. By analyzing real-time stock prices and market trends in a live environment, our students will gain the confidence and expertise to navigate the complex world of finance even before they graduate.”

Through this initiative, Galgotias University aims to nurture future-ready professionals who are well-prepared to meet the evolving demands of the corporate sector, reaffirming its commitment to nurturing the next generation of financial market leaders

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Galgotias University Among the World’s Leading Universities in QS and THE Rankings

Galgotias University proudly ascends in the QS World University Rankings 2026 by Quacquarelli Symonds, securing a coveted position in the 1201–1400 global band. Ranked 15th among top private universities and 43rd among all Indian universities—public and private combined—this achievement marks a powerful endorsement of Galgotias’ unwavering commitment to academic excellence, global relevance, and innovation in higher education.

In the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025, Galgotias University has been ranked 45th among Indian universities (including both government and private institutions) and placed in the globally prestigious 1001–1200 band. This significant achievement reinforces the university’s growing stature in the international academic arena and validates its consistent progress in global higher education benchmarks