Updated On: 06 October, 2025 06:45 PM IST | Mumbai | mid-day online correspondent
Award recognises university’s international collaborations and academic innovation; presented by Union Minister Nitin Gadkari. The University of Mumbai was selected following a rigorous two-stage evaluation, where it outperformed several top Indian institutions with its case studies on globalisation initiatives

Pro-Vice Chancellor Dr Ajay Bhamre and R&D Cell Director Prof Farukh Qazi accepted the award on behalf of Mumbai University at the ceremony held in New Delhi. PIC VIA ADITI ALURKAR
The Mumbai University has been awarded the ‘Best Institution – Excellence in Globalisation’ at the 11th FICCI Higher Education Excellence Awards 2025, held in Delhi, officials said on Monday.
The award was presented by Union Road Transport and Highways Minister Nitin Gadkari, recognising the university`s strides in internationalisation, global academic partnerships, and educational innovation.