
Built over the years, brick by brick by the community of shared beliefs and aspirations converging into the platform of noble vision of innovative eminence, we feel privileged to welcome the learner where they are provided the choicest opportunity to unleash their maximum potential and beyond to make a deep mark in the field of knowledge. We have consistently pushed boundaries, pioneering the model of innovation and sustainability that distinguishes us from other parts of the globe.
At MREI, we cultivate a dynamic community where students learn from globally renowned faculty members. Through our engaging programs, we empower our students to be the creators, pioneers, and shapers of the future. Our unwavering focus on innovation propels us to new heights, revolutionizing education through impactful partnerships and attracting a diverse student body.
We are inspired by the heartfelt affirmations of our students, who testify to the distinct value of MREI and the exceptional quality of our programs. They recognize that our institution creates an unparalleled educational environment that makes us surge to new heights in national and international realms.
We hope to continue inspiring and empowering each one of you to achieve greatness and make a difference in the world.
Dr. Prashant Bhalla, President of the Manav Rachna Educational Institutions (MREI) – one of the leading Institutions of secondary and higher education in India; is a young, dynamic leader spearheading the quest for Quality Education. Under his leadership, MREI has evolved into a global-level institution in its 28 year existence. Under his dynamic leadership, Manav Rachna Educational Institutions (MREI) has carved a niche for itself as one of the leading names in higher professional education with a vibrant spectrum of activities.
Manav Rachna Educational Institutions (MREI), founded in 1997 is known for its commitment to excellence in learning and innovation. With a community of over 41,000 alumni, MREI has established 120+ global academic collaborations and fostered more than 80 entrepreneurial ventures through its Innovation & Incubation centers. The MREI network includes Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies (MRIIRS), a Deemed-to-be University; Manav Rachna Dental College (MRDC, under MRIIRS); Manav Rachna University (MRU), a State Private University; and a chain of Manav Rachna International Schools (MRIS) across India. The Manav Rachna International Schools network consists of 8 branches spread across 5 cities - Faridabad, Gurugram, Noida, Mohali and Ludhiana, all of which have garnered positive sentiments in providing CBSE and IB education. In addition, the network has 4 schools which are run in a joint venture with its Swedish partner Kunskapsskolan Education. From a kindergartener to a post-doctoral student, the group gives impetus to the educational needs of a broad age spectrum with more than 100+ programs.
Since its founding in 1997, MREI’s best-practices are reflected through its students and alumni who have been garnering top positions in academics, sports, and across their professions. Institutions under MREI are NAAC ‘A++’ Grade Accredited (MRIIRS), QS 4-Star (MRIIRS) and QS I-Gauge Platinum Rated (MRU). It has been receiving a range of awards for excellence in academics, research, innovation, entrepreneurship, placements, and community service. MRIIRS and MRU are the Founder members of the prestigious “College Board’s Indian Global Higher Education Alliance''. The Alliance provides a platform for innovative Indian universities to engage with the world’s most prominent universities to drive access and excellence in undergraduate preparation, recruitment, admission, and enrollment practices.
As an active exponent of the ‘Skill India’ mission, Dr. Prashant Bhalla has been working closely with the National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) for promoting vocational education and training across the country. Under his leadership as Director of KEDMAN Skilling Private Limited (SkillEd India), a Joint Venture company of Manav Rachna Education Institutions (MREI) and Kunskapsskolan Education Sweden AB; KEDMAN is supporting Vocationalization of Education leading to employability of potential drop- outsin the Government run schools. KEDMAN is also designated Knowledge Partner of NSDC for providing digital online vocational content and also a member of IISC (India International Skill Centre) network of NSDC. KEDMAN projects are in association with National Skill Development Corporation (NSDC) under the AGREEMENT, with various Sector Skill Councils under NSDC and with varied Corporate entities, like Association of Healthcare Providers (India), Indian Direct Selling Association, Oriflame, Modicare, Blulife Marketing, Sony India to name a few in India and in UAE with Xtramix and Union Assessment and Certification.
Era Foundation has been doing commendable work under Dr. Bhalla’s Leadership. Era Foundation formed the QS-ERA India Private Limited in a revolutionary joint venture between (QS) Quacquarelli Symonds Ltd of the United Kingdom to form QS I-Guage. an independent private-sector initiative specialised in rating colleges and universities. It brings together the global expertise, experience and reputation of QS along with deep local knowledge of luminaries from Indian higher education. Each rating produced is strictly monitored for quality control by the QS Intelligence Unit in London - the same team that produces the authoritative QS World University Rankings (since 2004) and related regional and subject rankings, as well as the globally recognised QS STARS University Ratings System. Close supervision by QS (IU) ensures the independence, quality and integrity of the ratings, leading to their global recognition.
Dr. Prashant Bhalla has recently been inducted in the Higher Education Committee of the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI). At the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII), Dr. Bhalla is a member of the National Committee on Higher Education, contributing significantly towards making a major impact on the direction in which CII has been working to increase industry's participation in Higher Education. He is also a member of the Partnerships Subcommittee under the aegis of the CII National Committee on Higher Education, wherein consistent efforts are being made at finding willing universities and industries to work together under the 100-100 partnership scheme. He is a member of CII’s National Committee on Skill Development and a core group member for policy advocacy under the CII Regional Committee on Skill Development. In the past, he has been the Advisor to the National Council on Education at ASSOCHAM.
Dr. Bhalla is the Life Member of the General Body of the Foundation for Organizational Research & Education (FORE) has been working with industry and academia for developing new domains of managerial thought and education and contributing to building leaders in today's global business environment.
As Senior Vice President of Education Promotion Society for India (EPSI), Dr. Bhalla’s contribution in the field of Higher Education and School Policy matters remains unparalleled. His voice has been heard by powerful political galleries of the Ministry of Education, the Parliamentary Standing Committee and regulatory bodies like AICTE, UGC, NMC, DGHS and AIU. He is actively engaged both in policy matters and decision-making. EPSI represents 6000+ institutional members, particularly in higher education i.e. Universities, Engineering Colleges, Medical Colleges, Management Institutions and Arts & Science Colleges. Under his leadership, EPSI has done commendable work to bring about a paradigm shift in the quality of education and ensuring greater access and transparency; policy advocacy; accreditation; faculty development programmes, and in consultancy for creating model institutions.
Dr. Bhalla is the President and Trustee of the Faridabad Education Council, a philanthropic institution that aims to improve the level of education for the Government School Students. In 2020, highly innovative ‘Teachers on Call’ Programme from the provinces of Bengal and Kolkata was brought to the districts of Faridabad and Palwal in collaboration with Sahaj Path Knowledge Foundation. ‘Teachers on Call’ is a toll-free remedial teaching service with more than 300 teachers available to clear doubts and queries of more than 12000 beneficiaries in 5 subjects: Hindi, English, Mathematics, Science and Social Science.
Under the able leadership of Dr. Bhalla as its President, Dr. O.P. Bhalla Foundation, works in diverse fields to ensure sustainable growth and development of the community. Foundation works in the field of Gender Equality and Women Empowerment through initiatives like ‘Give Her Wings to Fly’ which aims to educate rural woman population about Menstrual Hygiene and Sanitary napkin distribution. Team Foundation also works for the objective of inclusion and mainstreaming of underprivileged sections of society by the means of education and skill development through initiatives like Kaushal - Skill Development Program, Pustak – Book Donation Drive, Health Camps and participation of Government School Students in multiple cultural, sports and art competition. Dr. O P Bhalla Foundation has also adopted 10 villages of Faridabad District to promote development and welfare activities.
Dr. Bhalla is also a recipient of the Bharatiya Manav Adhikar Samman 2015 as ‘India’s most eminent visionary mentor’ (Influential Leadership in education) by the All India Council of Human Rights, Liberties and Social Justice.