SHAPING THE FUTURE
Mr. Kartikay Agarwal, the CEO of GL Bajaj Educational Institutions Greater Noida/Mathura spearheads one of India’s premier engineering and management institutions in Greater Noida/Mathura, India. Under his sterling leadership, GL Bajaj has experienced exponential growth
A student of the University of Illinois, Chicago, Kartikay’s leadership style is the perfect combination of vision, strategy and collaboration. In a short period, the ambitious leader has created an environment conducive to innovation and growth. His relentless commitment to empowering the next generation makes him a changemaker of tomorrow. Kartikay has introduced numerous leadership initiatives and business innovations to remain competitive in the educational arena. From establishing specialised centres of excellence like EVM Centre and NVIDIA AI Learning and Research Centre to promoting entrepreneurship through a dedicated Start-up Incubation Cell he aims to revolutionise technological education by creating a holistic learning environment for students. Furthermore, the startup incubation cell functions as a launch pad for nurturing entrepreneurial talent and a spirit of business innovation. It has incubated 64 start-ups till date — the highest in private colleges under the Department of IT & Electronics, Govt. of Uttar Pradesh, for which GL Bajaj garnered praises from Mr. Bill Gates. Recognising the efforts of the institute, the Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India has sanctioned INR 3 Crore grant to GL Bajaj to promote entrepreneurship.
DRIVEN BY GOALS
Kartikay is a progressive leader with a goals-driven mindset. By setting inspirational and strategic goals, he aims to drive performance and move the organization toward its long-term vision. His vision for GL Bajaj’s future growth is two-fold. While his short-term goal is to elevate academic programs, infrastructure, and industry partnerships to provide students with an unparalleled learning experience, his long-term goal is to see his organization emerge as a global education leader renowned for innovation, research excellence, and holistic student development.
“KARTIKAY BELIEVES THAT THE QUEST FOR KNOWLEDGE IGNITES THE SPARK OF CREATIVITY, DISCOVERY, AND INNOVATION”
INSPIRATION FOR MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Kartikay draws inspiration from the transformative power of education. His parents and mentors, Mr. Pankaj Agarwal and Mrs. Anshu Agarwal, instilled in him a love of learning and a desire to give back to society. This passion for education and philanthropy motivates his quest for success and global change. Kartikay has instilled the spirit of CSR in GL Bajaj through his noble initiatives. Under his direction, the institution actively engages in various initiatives, including blood donation camps, dental check-ups, and plantation drives in collaboration with the Rotary Club. Furthermore, by engaging students in these meaningful endeavors, the visionary leader seeks to instill in them the values of empathy and compassion, besides helping them become better human beings.
OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENTS
As the CEO of GL Bajaj, Kartikay has achieved significant business accomplishments. Under his direction, the institution has made remarkable strides in academic excellence, industry partnerships, and student placements. Additionally, it has earned A+ grade accreditation from NAAC, and recognition from NIRF. GL Bajaj has also received a Diamond overall rating from QS-I GUAGE. A standout moment in Kartikay’s career was organising two chapters of the International Alumni Meet in London and Dubai. In his words, his philosophy of life remains very simple — “Be good, and do good.”
