MET Trust and HR Department organized a refreshing and joy-filled retreat for MET & MRV Faculty and staff members on March 8, 2025, at Monteria Village. This rejuvenating getaway offered the perfect balance of relaxation, adventure, and team bonding, providing a much-needed break from the academic routine.

Surrounded by nature, participants engaged in exciting activities, strengthened connections, and created unforgettable memories. Such initiatives reflect MET’s dedication to fostering a positive, vibrant, and enriching work culture.

On 30th April 2025, under the guidance of MET Trustees, a movie screening initiative was organised by MET HR Department. MET Staff watched the movie, ‘Phule’, a biographical journey through the life of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule. A must watch inspiring film!

A delegation of media stalwarts visited MET Chairman, Mr. Chhagan Bhujbal, on May 11, 2024. The discussions centered around various topics of mutual interest and concerns.

The team of the delegation included Mr. Ruchir Sharma, Contributing Editor, Financial Times, Torchbearer of Journalism Mr. Prannoy Roy, Ms. Radhika Roy, Mr. Uday Shankar, Vice-Chairman, Viacom18, Mr. Girish Agarwal, Director, Dainik Bhaskar Group, Mr. Anant Goenka, Executive Director, The Indian Express Group, Ms. Shumita Deveshwar, Chief India Economist, TS Lombard, Ms. Simran Bhargava, TV Show Host and Freelance Writer, Mr. Senthil Chengalvarayan, Executive Director, NDTV, Ms. Vidya Kumaraswamy, Freelance Journalist, Mr. Dorab Sopariwala, Consultant and Writer, MK Venu, Founding Editor, The Wire, Mr. Sanjeev Srivastava, TV and Radio Show Host, Ms. Swati Mitra, Head of Publishing Business, Eicher Goodearth Pvt. Ltd., Mr. Neeraj Kaushal, Author and Professor, Columbia University, Mr. Henrietter M Sender, Columnist, Financial Times, Mr. Satish Padmanabham, Executive Editor, Outlook Magzine, Mr. Manjeet Kriplani, Co-Founder of Gateway House, Mr. Manish Kumar, National Affairs Editor, NDTV.

MET is thrilled to announce that Mumbai Educational Trust (MET) has been recognized as a \"Prestigious Education Brands 2024-25\" by Marksmendaily! This accolade highlights MET’s unwavering commitment to innovation, excellence in academic performance, and fostering holistic development.

A heartfelt thanks to incredible faculty, dedicated students, and supportive staff for their relentless efforts in shaping future leaders and innovators. Together, MET Bhujbal Knowledge City continues to redefine the standards of quality education!

MET is delighted to announce the signing of an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between MET Incubation Centre and VISTAS, Chennai. This partnership is set to foster academic collaboration, focusing on research, publications, workshops, seminars, and knowledge exchange.

A special thank you to Mr. Pankaj Bhujbal, Hon. Trustee, MET, and Ms. Preethaa Ganesh, Vice President, Vels Group of Institutions, for their forward-thinking leadership, as well as to Dr. Arun Raaza, Director, Centre for Advanced Research and Development, VISTAS, and Dr. Farida Virani, Head - MET Incubation Centre, for making this vision a reality.

Today, under the guidance of MET Trustees, a movie screening initiative was organised by MET HR Department. Approximately 300 MET Staff & Students watched the movie, ‘Satyashodhak’, a biographical journey through the life of Mahatma Jyotirao Phule. A must watch inspiring film!

MET Institute of Information Technology hosted a spectacular Alumni Reunion for DAC, DACA, and ADSD Courses on 16th December 2023. With an overwhelming response from over 150+ alumni, the event was a nostalgic journey down memory lane.

The evening commenced with a soulful prayer and the lighting of diyas for Goddess Saraswati in the presence of esteemed Trustee Mr. Pankaj Bhujbal, along with our dedicated faculties and special guests. Pankaj Sir, in his welcoming address, emphasized the critical role of alumni engagement, highlighting that alumni play a vital role in the growth and success of the institute.

The Alumni Excellence Award function was a true highlight, where outstanding alumni in the realms of IT and creativity were honored by Pankaj sir. Congratulations to the winners, Mr. Mohammed Lokandwala, Mr. Bhavik Parmar, Mr. Bhavin Chandrana, Mr. Vithal Lamkhedhe, Mr. Gaurav Pawar, Mr. Pankaj Ozha, Mr. Nitin Mulchandani, and Mr. Anand Chaubey! Their stories echoed gratitude towards MET, emphasizing how MET Education transformed their lives.

The celebration continued with a captivating musical and dance showcase, featuring the incredible talents of our current DAC and DACA batch students. It was a golden moment for these performers to showcase their skills in front of esteemed alumni, proving the excellence that our current batches bring to both events and studies.

The joyous occasion provided ample opportunities for alumni to reconnect, reminisce, and capture memories with old batchmates. The event concluded with smiles, laughter, and a bag full of sweet memories, making it a truly delightful experience for all. Thank you to everyone who made this reunion a resounding success!

On 17th March 2023, MET Institute of Information Technology (IIT) conducted the 50th orientation programme for the new batch of PG-DAC (CDAC). Dr. Abhijeet Banubakode, Principal, MET ICS, greeted the students and presented them with an introduction to the Institute\'s features. Dr. Banubakode also provided insights into Education 4.0, the placement process and the roadmap of the CDAC course.

Prof. Nilesh Shirke, Course Coordinator, MET IIT, then proceeded to articulate the Institute\'s vision, teaching methodologies and opportunities available at MET, Mumbai.

Well attended by the new students, faculty and people from the industry, MET Institute of Information Technology (IIT) had its first hybrid inaugural ceremony for the incoming batch of students. MET IIT in affiliation with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC ACTS) will deliver Post Graduate Diploma in Advance Computing (PG-DAC) and online Diploma in Advanced Computer Arts (e-DACA) to the aspiring professionals.

The Orientation was conducted at MET Convention Center and was available online for the enrolled students to join. Mr. Pankaj Bhujbal, Hon. Trustee – MET graced the occasion with his presence and words of wisdom.

MET celebrated Savitribai Phule Jayanti, the 190th birth anniversary of Krantijyoti Savitribai Phule in the presence of Mr. Pankaj Bhujbal, Hon. Trustee – MET, MET Directors, Principals, HODs, faculty, and staff. A social reformer and revolutionary who still inspires millions, Savitribai Phule was a crusader for women empowerment as she broke all stereotypes and spent her life promoting the noble cause of women’s education.

MET Utsav 2020 - The Mega Annual Cultural and Sports fest of the Mumbai Educational Trust (MET) is back with all fun, enthusiasm, and festive vibes. The grand intra-collegiate event spread over a period of almost one month, brings in air of uniqueness, energy and bonding, this gala celebration will culminate with sports meet scheduled on 18^th January and finale on 27^th January.

The much awaited Utsav kick-started with flash mobs by students across all MET Institutes. The flash mob performances were well coordinated and well appreciated by everyone. The fervor and energy of the students, as well as the audience, made the flash mobs a huge success, indeed MET has been beaming with a whole new level of excitement.

Ever since the announcement of this cultural extravaganza, everyday something new is buzzing on campus like auditions for fashion show, singing, dancing and compering.

On 18^th Jan, 2020 the Grand MET Utsav began with an enthralling inauguration ceremony in the presence of thousands of students, faculty and staff. The inaugural dance was a student presentation from all MET Institutes, showcasing ‘Navras’ as the theme of the year. The mesmerizing performances left the audience completely awestruck.

The Creativity Exhibition too was declared open on this occasion, displaying some of the finest paintings, photographs, sculptures and artistic creations by MET students, faculty and staff. This exhibition will remain available for a fortnight. Every year this exhibition offers a platform to students to showcase their creativity and explore their artistic interests & passions.

MET Utsav commencement day also featured the MET Annual Sports Meet inaugurated at the hands of MET Trustee Shri Pankaj Bhujbal. This adrenaline rushing event witnessed about 1000 sports enthusiasts contending and sweating for rolling MET Vikram Trophy. The air was filled with cheering and tons of encouragement for the participants throughout the day.

What a Grand start to the Grand event MET Utsav 2020!

The MET Fest held on 22^nd Jan, 2020 was a perfect assemblage of scrumptious food, games, shopping, entertainment and fun. All the students and staff indulged themselves in mouthwatering meals, pottery making, tattoo & nail art, and had a gala time while doing so, making it a fun-filled day. With music, dance and a lively ambience, the MET Fest 2020 was truly a delight.

MET Utsav celebrations bring out the best of everyone. ‘The Talent Show’ and ‘Mr. & Ms. MET’ were organized on 23rd January, 2020 as a part of the festivities. The Talent Show allowed the budding singers to put up an amazing show with their melodious voice and mesmerized all the METizens. The highlight of the evening was the Mr. & Ms. MET Contest, where students walked the ramp and exhibited their confidence with style and beauty.

Cultural Nite - Grand Finale

The month long MET Utsav 2020 concluded with a fabulous Grand Finale - Cultural Nite on 27^th Jan, 2020. The high energy power-packed performances on the MET Utsav 2020 theme ‘Navras’ had the audience glued to their seats throughout.

The dances were well choreographed by professionals of fame and performed perfectly by MET students and staff. Right from the school students to post graduate students all came together to celebrate the annual festivity. There were jaw-dropping aerial performances that were well synced to the Indian and western music. Outstanding folk dances based on the MET Utsav 2020 theme ‘Navras’ were well appreciated. Aptly themed \'Colors\' the Fashion Show was indeed fine display of unique yet vibrant colours with well-groomed and dressed handsome and beautiful MET students walked the ramp in style.

Besides the finely synchronized aerial dances that won the standing ovations the evening would also be remembered for the special performance themed \'Kumbh’. Full of energy and vigor, the performance was as realistic as possible to the ‘Kumbh Mela’ that even celebrity Chunky Panday appreciated the same saying, \"Today, at MET I have also been to Kumbh\". The dazzling and enthralling Bollywood dance performance kept the audience engrossed. With MET alumni Maanav Matalia and Jash Bahl in the lead, students performed feats with ease. The event also witnessed fabulous singing performances by MET staff, students and celebrity alumni Mayur Sakhare.

As every year, the Cultural Nite was graced by well-known celebrities from the Bollywood and Marathi Cine World. Personalities like Padmini Kolhapure (an Indian actress who ruled the film industry throughout the 80s), Mrunmayee Deshpande (a famous Marathi Cine star), Ankit Mohan (an Indian film & television actor), Suchitra Pillai (an Indian actress, Model, Anchor and a VJ), Arjun Bijlani (a model and famous Indian television and film actor), Chunky Panday (an Indian film actor known for comic roles), Sophie Choudry (an Indian actress, former VJ and television presenter), Shaan (India\'s dearly adored playback singer) marked the event with their presence. Needless to say that these celebrities added their own special fervor to MET Utsav.

On this occasion the MET Gaurav Awards were given to members of the MET family who have showcased the highest level of Achievement and Excellence at the international or national level whereas MET Ratna Awards were conferred upon the sharpest minds of MET who have emerged toppers in their respective courses. They are the true Ratnas who make the MET family proud. These coveted Awards were bestowed at the hands of MET Chairman Shri Chhagan Bhujbal in the presence of Hon. MET Trustees Mrs. Meena Bhujbal, Shri Pankaj Bhujbal, Shri Samir Bhujbal, Dr. Jitendra. S. Wagh, Mr. Subhash Sanas and Mr. Dilip J Khaire. MET Vikram Rolling trophy which is awarded to the MET Institute that scored the maximum points at the MET Annual Sports Meet 2020, was bagged for the 5th time in a row by MET Institute of Management (MMS).

Indeed, MET Utsav is one of its own kind of event ever hosted by an Institution. Highly spirited and zealous display of professional stage skills by MET students deserved a great appreciation therefore won the applauds from student, faculty, parents and celebrities alike. Kudos to the METizens.

MET Flood Relief Team comprising of students & staff members from MET Bhujbal Knowledge City, Mumbai and Nashik visited the Flood Affected Areas in the interiors of Maharashtra with truck load of student kits and aid to provide support for the school going children.