May 29, 2026
The II Indo-Russian Education Summit 2026 (IRES 2026) continued successfully on Day 2 with exceptional participation from students, parents, university representatives, and education leaders from India and Russia. Organised by Rus Education in collaboration with Rossotrudnichestvo, the Embassy of the Russian Federation in India, and Russian House, New Delhi, the summit served as a dynamic platform for strengthening Indo-Russian educational cooperation and creating meaningful opportunities for academic exchange, institutional collaboration, and student engagement.
With participation from 100+ Russian universities and over 200 university delegates, the summit brought together key stakeholders from the education sector to explore future partnerships and support students aspiring to pursue higher education in the Russian Federation.
Exhibition of Russian Universities Draws Strong Student Response
One of the major highlights of the day was the Exhibition of Russian Universities, where students and parents interacted directly with representatives of Russian universities. The exhibition provided valuable insights into academic programs, admissions, scholarships, accommodation facilities, visa support, student life, and future career opportunities in the Russian Federation.
Students explored opportunities across a wide range of disciplines, including Medicine, Dentistry, Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Aviation, Information Technology, Management, Agriculture, Veterinary Sciences, Biotechnology, Humanities, International Relations, and Russian Language Studies.
Students Receive Guidance and Admission Opportunities
Throughout the day, more than 1,500 students and parents participated in one-on-one counselling sessions and interactive discussions with university representatives and education experts. These interactions enabled students to compare universities, understand eligibility requirements, explore scholarship opportunities, and receive personalised guidance for their academic journey.
The summit also witnessed strong interest from students seeking admission to Russian universities, with many participants initiating admission procedures and exploring future academic opportunities directly with university delegates.
Parents actively engaged with delegates to gain a better understanding of student support services, campus facilities, accommodation options, safety measures, and career pathways available to international students studying in Russia.
Messages from Distinguished Guests
Speaking on the significance of the summit, Air Marshal (Dr.) Pawan Kapoor (Retd.), Technical Advisor, Rus Education, highlighted that India and Russia share a trusted partnership spanning more than 70 years, built on cooperation across sectors such as defence, science, technology, healthcare, and education. He noted that educational collaboration continues to create meaningful opportunities for students and serves as one of the strongest pillars of the bilateral relationship.
Dr. Elena Remizova, Head of the Representative Office of Rossotrudnichestvo in India, expressed her appreciation to the participating Russian and Indian universities for their contribution to the summit. She highlighted the strong cultural and educational ties between India and Russia and emphasized that initiatives such as IRES continue to create new opportunities for student growth, cultural exchange, and international careers.
Ms. Elena Barman, President, Indian Association of Russian Compatriots, highlighted the longstanding friendship between India and Russia and emphasized that educational exchanges continue to play a vital role in bringing the people of both nations closer together. She noted that initiatives such as IRES create valuable opportunities for students while strengthening cultural understanding and international cooperation.
University Visits and Academic Engagement
The day further included bilateral meetings, exhibition activities, media interactions, and institutional discussions involving delegates and university representatives from both countries. These engagements focused on strengthening academic partnerships, research collaboration, student mobility, and future educational cooperation.
Russian delegates also visited Sharda University, Santosh Deemed to be University, and Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, encouraging direct institutional engagement and meaningful academic interaction with Indian universities.
Final Word
The second day of the II Indo-Russian Education Summit 2026 reflected the growing strength of Indo-Russian educational engagement. Through student participation, university interactions, counselling sessions, institutional discussions, and academic collaboration, the summit successfully created a dynamic platform that connected institutions, guided students, and strengthened educational relations between India and Russia.
By bringing together students, parents, universities, and education leaders on a common platform, IRES 2026 continues to create new opportunities for academic excellence, international exposure, and future collaboration between the two nations.
