The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) Faculty Details 2026-27

Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh

College Type
Central University
Co-Ed Status :
Co-Education
Minority Status :
Non Minority

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The Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) Faculty Details

Indira Gandhi National Tribal University (IGNTU) in Anuppur, Madhya Pradesh, employs a faculty dedicated to tribal education, with members holding advanced qualifications from central universities and IITs. The teaching staff emphasizes interdisciplinary research in tribal studies, sciences, and humanities, often blending academic rigor with cultural sensitivity. Student-faculty ratios support personalized mentoring, typically around 20:1 university-wide, fostering strong student engagement.

Faculty Qualifications

Most faculty possess PhDs from recognized institutions, with professors and associate professors meeting UGC norms requiring NET/SET or equivalent.
Many have post-doctoral experience or publications in tribal development, linguistics, and environmental sciences, aligning with IGNTU's mission.
Assistant professors often hold M.Phil or ongoing PhDs, with expertise in emerging fields like biotechnology and computer science.

Student-Faculty Ratio

IGNTU maintains a favorable ratio of approximately 20:1 overall, varying by department—lower in smaller programs like B.Voc (15:1) and higher in large UG classes (25:1).
This enables hands-on guidance, especially for tribal students, with deans overseeing faculty loads to ensure quality delivery.
Ratios support NIRF benchmarks, promoting research supervision for PG and PhD levels.

Teaching Methods

Faculty employ interactive methods including classroom lectures, seminars, field trips to tribal areas, and project-based learning to contextualize curricula.
Digital tools, guest lectures from industry experts, and flipped classrooms enhance engagement, with emphasis on multilingual instruction (Hindi, English, tribal languages).
Practical sessions in labs and workshops, plus remedial classes for reserved categories, address diverse learner needs.

Selected Faculty List

Prominent faculty span departments, with leadership roles highlighted; full lists available on the official site.

Name	Designation	Department
Prof. T. V. Kattimani	Vice-Chancellor	University Leadership
Prof. Shri Prakash Mani Tripathi	Chairman, Executive Council	University Leadership
Prof. Ajay Wagh	Professor	Business Administration
Prof. Amarendra Pratap Singh	Professor	Business Administration
Dr. Vikash Singh	Associate Professor	Computer Science
Dr. Ram Shringar Rao	Associate Professor	Computer Science
Prof. Tirtheshwar Singh	Professor	Hindi
Prof. Khemsingh Daheriya	Professor	Hindi
Dr. Ravindra Pratap Singh	Assistant Professor	Biotechnology
Dr. Prashant Kumar Singh	Assistant Professor	Biotechnology
Dr. Bimlesh Singh	Assistant Professor	Economics
Dr. Rajkumar Nagwanshee	Assistant Professor	Economics
Prof. Awadhesh Kumar Shukla	Professor & Dean	Earth Science
Prof. P. K. Samal	Dean	Tribal Studies
Prof. Shailendra Singh Bhadouria	Professor	Commerce

Industry Experience

Several faculty bring 5-15 years of industry exposure, particularly in tourism, biotech, and IT, aiding practical training.
Professors like those in Business Administration have consulted for regional firms, while science faculty collaborated on tribal health projects with NGOs.
This blend enriches curricula, with guest faculty from TCS and pharma sectors enhancing employability focus.
Ongoing faculty development programs ensure updated industry linkages.

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