Indian Statistical Institute Holds 60th Convocation Ceremony
Buddhadeb Misra/ 24th February 2026

The 60th Convocation Ceremony of the Indian Statistical Institute (ISI) was held today at its campus in a dignified and celebratory atmosphere. The event marked a significant milestone in the institute’s long-standing tradition of academic excellence and research contributions.
The ceremony was graced by the presence of ISI President Shankar Pal, Director Prof. Ayanendranath Basu, Prof. Vishwabrata Pradhan, Prof. Padmanab Balaram, along with other distinguished faculty members and invited guests. In their addresses, the dignitaries congratulated the graduating students and encouraged them to uphold the values of integrity, innovation, and intellectual pursuit that the institute represents.
A total of 568 students were felicitated during the ceremony for successfully completing their respective programmes in statistics, mathematics, quantitative economics, computer science, and related disciplines. Degrees and medals were awarded to meritorious candidates in recognition of their academic achievements.
The convocation not only celebrated the accomplishments of the graduating batch but also reaffirmed ISI’s commitment to advancing research, education, and excellence in statistical sciences and allied fields at the national and global levels.



