The Campus to Career (C2C) Summit is a premier convening organised by the Higher Education Department, Government of Karnataka, in collaboration with the Department of Collegiate and Technical Education; Department of Skill Development, Entrepreneurship and Livelihood; Department of Information Technology, Biotechnology and Science & Technology (ITBT); Department of Commerce and Industries; Department of Medical Education; and Department of Agriculture.
With Elets Technomedia and Digital Learning as Event Partners, and the Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM) as Strategic Partner, the summit brings together the full spectrum of India’s education and skilling ecosystem for two days of structured dialogue, decisive commitments, and transformative outcomes.
Scheduled for 15–16 May 2026 at The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru, the Summit will bring together cabinet ministers, Vice Chancellors, industry leaders, skill practitioners, and delegates, all in one room, all committed to the same goal: a Karnataka where every graduate is career-ready, and every institution is built for the future.
Hon’ble Minister for Higher Education
Government of Karnataka
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Hon’ble Minister, Electronics, IT & Biotechnology
Government of Karnataka
Secretary to Government
Higher Education Department
Government of Karnataka
Commissioner
Department of Collegiate and Technical Education
Government of
Karnataka
Chairman
Karnataka Skill Development Authority (KSDA)
Additional Chief Secretary
Medical Education & Skill Development
Government of
Karnataka
Principal Secretary
Commerce and Industries Department
Government of Karnataka
Secretary
Department of Electronics, Information Technology and Biotechnology
Government of Karnataka
CEO
Karnataka Digital Economy Mission (KDEM)
Vice Chairman
Karnataka State Higher Education Council
President
IESA (India Electronics and Semiconductor Association)
CEO
Maven Silicon
Professor & Chair, ESE
Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore
Managing Trustee
Head Held High Foundation
Country Head & VP, Engineering
d-Matrix
The Campus to Career Summit 2026 was officially announced at a Curtain Raiser led by the Government of Karnataka, under the Department of Higher Education, in collaboration with multiple key departments. Dr. M. C. Sudhakar, Hon’ble Minister for Higher Education, unveiled the vision of the Summit, emphasising the need to align education with employability and position Karnataka as a leader in building a future-ready talent ecosystem. With strong media presence and widespread coverage across leading publications, the Curtain Raiser has set the tone for a landmark gathering of government leaders, academia, industry stakeholders, and institutions at the Summit scheduled for 15–16 May 2026 in Bengaluru.
Karnataka's cabinet sets the state's vision - live, direct, and on record.
Multi-voice expert panels across themes bringing industry, academia, and government to one table.
Closed-room conversations between industry leaders and academics built for decisions, not debate.
Unscripted. Candid. India's most influential voices in education, policy, and industry - one conversation at a time.
Live showcase of EdTech, SkillTech, and deep-tech transforming how India learns and works.
Curated meetups, delegate lounges, and industry-academia matchmaking across both days.
Bridging the Academic–Industry Gap for Workforce Readiness
Democratizing AI Skills Across All Disciplines
Scaling Innovation from Research to Market
Building Semiconductor & Advanced Manufacturing Excellence
Strengthening Financial Sector Talent Competitiveness
Expanding Quality Education Beyond Metropolitan Centers
Embedding Professional & Interpersonal Skills in Curricula
Nurturing Student Entrepreneurship & Startup Ecosystems
Cabinet ministers, senior IAS officers, and department heads from Karnataka driving education, skilling, technology, health, commerce, and agriculture policy.
Vice Chancellors, Principals, and faculty from universities, autonomous colleges, polytechnics, medical colleges, and agricultural universities across Karnataka.
CHROs, Talent Acquisition heads, and senior executives from technology, BFSI, manufacturing, healthcare, and agri-business sectors actively hiring from Karnataka's campuses.
Founders and product leaders from companies building the future of learning, assessment, credentialing, and career discovery for India's next generation.
The Higher Education Department, Government of Karnataka in collaboration with Elets Technomedia is organising the Campus to Career Summit 2026, a two-day invite-only summit scheduled for 15–16 May 2026 at The LaLiT Ashok, Bengaluru.
To commemorate this occasion, Elets Digital Learning Magazine, in collaboration with the Higher Education Department, Government of Karnataka, is proud to release a Special Commemorative Souvenir documenting Karnataka's extraordinary journey as India's most progressive higher education state.
This exclusive publication will capture the state's pioneering reforms, institutional excellence, and bold vision showcasing key education sectors, emerging opportunities, and inspiring success stories that reaffirm Karnataka's position as India's benchmark for higher education transformation.
Government officials, academic leaders, industry professionals, EdTech founders, and delegates.
It's government-convened and outcome-driven — every session ends with a commitment, not just a conversation.
Registration is by delegation — write to Secretariat@campustocareersummit.com for your applicable category.
Yes — branding, speaking slots, and roundtable rights are available. Write to us for the sponsorship deck.
The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru — 3 km from Bangalore Railway Station and 30 km from the Airport.
Seats are limited. Delegations from government, academia, and industry are filling rapidly.
Secure your place at India's most premier education summit.
15 - 16 May 2026 | The LaLit
Ashok, Bengaluru
partnerships@campustocareersummit.com
Secretariat@campustocareersummit.com
Join the leaders shaping the next decade of Karnataka's academic and innovation ecosystem.
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