IIM Nagpur Revokes Suspension and Exam Ban After MBA Students’ Campus Protest
IIM Nagpur withdrew suspension and examination restrictions imposed on MBA students after campus protests. The institute allowed affected students to sit for mid-term and final exams without academic penalties while maintaining existing campus safety policies
The Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Nagpur has withdrawn its earlier disciplinary action suspending students and barring them from examinations after protests by MBA students on campus. The decision, taken on February 25, 2026, allowed affected students to appear for ongoing mid-term and final examinations without academic penalties.
The disciplinary measures were initially imposed following an incident on February 21, when a group of first- and second-year MBA students stayed outside the campus overnight without prior permission, reportedly violating hostel exit and curfew regulations. The institute subsequently issued suspension notices and debarred several students from examinations, triggering unrest among the student community.
Timeline of Events
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February 21, 2026: Students attended an off-campus gathering and returned late, breaching campus movement rules.
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February 24–25, 2026: The institute issued suspension orders and examination debarment notices to multiple students.
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February 25, 2026: MBA students staged protests and several batches boycotted examinations in solidarity.
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Later on February 25: Institute authorities revoked the suspension and examination ban following discussions with student representatives.
After the rollback, second-year MBA students were permitted to appear in their scheduled final examinations, while first-year students continued with Term-III mid-term exams. Students who missed papers on February 25 were granted an additional opportunity to write the examinations later, ensuring no academic loss.
Institute Clarification on Hostel and Curfew Rules
Institute officials clarified that hostel movement policies remain unchanged. The campus curfew timing has been set at 10:00 PM, primarily citing student safety considerations. Students are allowed to leave campus after obtaining prior approval, which includes informing parents and submitting an undertaking.
Authorities have not disclosed the exact number of students initially affected or whether further disciplinary review will follow. The revocation applies specifically to actions taken in connection with the February 21 incident.
Institutional Response and Academic Implications
The episode highlights the balance management institutions attempt to maintain between campus discipline and student autonomy. The swift administrative reversal ensured continuity of the academic calendar for the MBA 2025–27 batch while addressing student concerns through dialogue.
Students have been advised to follow official institute communications for updates regarding hostel regulations, examination schedules, and conduct policies.
