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About iLEAD Kolkata

Where Talent Is Trained for Tomorrow.

Forces Behind iLEAD

The forces that have shaped our journey

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iLEAD Achievements & Recognitions

Nationally Recognised. Consistently Awarded.

Affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology, iLEAD’s academic excellence has been honored with multiple prestigious awards and recognitions.

  • Excellence in Academia at the HRD India Awards 2023 (in association with The Economic Times)
  • Best Media and Mass Communication Institute at Gurukul Awards 2023
  • Gold Award for Green Tech & Sustainable Practices at the Economic Times TechEDU Awards 2024.
  • Silver Award at the Edutainment Awards 2024 for Excellent Leadership (Graphic & Animation Design School).
  • Ranked 4th Best Media School in India by KPMG
  • Recognised by ASSOCHAM Education Excellence Awards for expanding educational impact in SAARC nations
  • Winner of College of the Year in t2 Festopolis
  • Best Co-Curricular Activity College at Gurukul Awards
  • Best Entrepreneurship Development Program Institute at the Sankalp Education Awards
  • Among the select Indian institutions certified by the Stanford Seed Transformation Program.
  • Ranked the 2nd Best Emerging Media Institute in India at the Edutainment Awards 2014.

AI-Integrated Learning

At iLEAD, AI is embedded into the learning ecosystem. Our students learn how to think, imagine, create, analyse, and design with AI as a professional tool, not a shortcut. Whether it’s research, content creation, data interpretation, design exploration, or even clinical and technical skill-building, AI enhances learning speed, accuracy, and creativity.

Your ideas lead the way. AI simply amplifies the iLEAD advantage.

Our Mission

To deliver industry-aligned education that combines

academic depth experiential learning and technological

fluency to shape future-ready professionals

Our Story

Founded in 2010 by Chairman Mr. Pradip Chopra as a CSR initiative of the PS Group, iLEAD was created with a clear purpose: to build an institute where talent meets industry-ready training, without compromise.

What began as a future-focused institute in management and sciences has since expanded across media, design, technology, films, and allied health, evolving into one of Kolkata’s most industry-connected, recognised academic institutions.

Today, iLEAD is a multi-disciplinary institute with award-winning programs, advanced studios and labs, multiple campuses, and strong global collaborations, designed to stay aligned with how industries actually work.

What Makes

 iLEAD Different

Asli Intelligence in Practice

AI supports research, planning, analysis, and creation, while human judgment, creativity, and decision-making lead every outcome. We call it Asli Intelligence.

Industry-Led Training

Learning is driven by live projects, portfolios, internships, and field assignments, shaped by how industries actually function today.

Professional-Grade Infrastructure

High-performance studios, labs, production floors, and India’s first professional AI Film Lab, where traditional workflows blend with AI, without losing craft or control.

Prepared for the Real World

Training aligned with how industries operate today. Because the workplace doesn’t reward shortcuts. It rewards clarity, skill, and judgment.

Our Core Values

Leadership

Leadership

Developing confident leaders who can guide teams, influence outcomes, drive meaningful progress, and make decisions with clarity and integrity.

Innovation

Innovation

Empowering bold thinkers, curious minds, and agile problem-solvers, who challenge the norm and innovate solutions that move society forward.

Sustainability

Sustainability

Inspiring conscious choices that protect resources, prioritizing long-term positive impact, and a sustainable way of life.

Originality

Originality

Celebrating ideas that stand out and break patterns, pushing students to think and imagine beyond templates and build their own style.

Inclusivity

Inclusivity

Cultivating spaces where every perspective is valued, respected, and empowered, ensuring collaboration thrives through diversity.

Entrepreneurship

Entrepreneurship

Nurturing the mindset to identify opportunities, take calculated risks, and turn ideas into scalable ventures.

Invention

Invention

Inspiring a culture of constant exploration and experimentation, turning curiosity into practical, breakthrough solutions.

Empathy

Empathy

Teaching learners to design, lead, and innovate with people in mind, because meaningful leadership and innovation start with compassion.

Our Management

Mr. Pradip Chopra

Chairman, iLEAD

An entrepreneur, educator and thought leader, Mr. Pradip Chopra is the Chairman of iLEAD and Director of PS Group of companies. After graduating from St. Xavier’s College, Kolkata, in 1973, he pursued multiple part-time courses in General Management, Hotel Management, and German language. Passionate about education, Mr. Chopra has built a legacy in real estate, education, and youth development. He dedicates around six hours daily to teaching students at St. Xavier’s College and J.D. Birla Institute. Mr. Chopra regularly speaks at industry forums and mentors thousands of young professionals and startup founders. He has authored several books on real estate, management, personal growth, and life skills. Some of his articles have appeared in major national publications, including The Hindu, The Statesman, Times of India, Hindustan Times, and The Telegraph. As a convener of UDAAN, he leads the scholarship initiative providing 100% scholarships to deserving yet financially disadvantaged students nationwide, regardless of their background. Mr. Chopra also serves as the President of the Murshidabad Heritage Development Society (MHDS). His leadership philosophy focuses on empowering young minds with clarity, confidence, and character.

Ms. Pragya Chopra

Executive Director, iLEAD

Ms. Pragya Chopra, the Executive Director of iLEAD, is one of the key forces driving the institute’s expansion into an innovation-driven education ecosystem. A Gold Medalist in Marketing & Systems (IIMM, Pune) with a Master’s in Business Administration (PGDA), she has been a part of iLEAD since its inception, spearheading its academic culture, campus experience, and interdisciplinary growth for students and faculty. Under her leadership, iLEAD introduced technology-led programs, experiential learning, industry collaborations, and earned prestigious recognitions, including certification from the Stanford Seed Transformation Program. She also leads multiple high-impact initiatives beyond iLEAD: Founder of Draupnir Capital Incubation Center (Entrepreneur Cell) Chief Advisor at Draupnir Capital Chief Advisor at One Hotels Collection Founder of the Laxmi Chopra Cancer Foundation Deeply passionate about entrepreneurship, innovation, and student empowerment, Ms. Chopra is known for her expertise, vision, dedication, and ability to transform ideas into scalable outcomes. Her work continues to shape the future of education, entrepreneurship, and leadership at iLEAD.

iLEAD By The Numbers

100+

Student-Led Startups

5K+

Students Placed

200+

Awards & Acolades

5K+

Hours of Teaching Experience

120K+

Books In Library

4th

Ranked 4th Best Media College In India By KPMG
The Vision

Behind iLEAD

A journey that started with a vision and evolved into a movement.

Advisory Board

A distinguished council shaping iLEAD’s journey toward world-class education.
Dr. R P Banerjee

Dr. R P Banerjee

Director – Eastern Institute of Integrated Learning & Management

Dr. A N RAI

Dr. A N RAI

Scientist, DST, Ministry of Science and Technology

MR. G K KHAITAN

MR. G K KHAITAN

President, Managing Committee, Shri Shikshayatan College

DR. PRIYANKAR RAHA

DR. PRIYANKAR RAHA

Professor BHU

DR. DEBIPROSAD DUARI

DR. DEBIPROSAD DUARI

Director, Research & Academic, MPBIFR

FR. DR. FELIX RAJ

FR. DR. FELIX RAJ

Principal, St. Xavires' College

OUR

PATENTS

iLEAD reimagined what recognition can look like.

At iLEAD, sustainability is not a concept; it’s a practice. Instead of producing conventional trophies, we designed an award crafted from recycled microwave plates, turning discarded material into a purposeful and innovative design.

Our signature innovation has been officially patented by the Government of India, recognising it as an iLEAD-owned intellectual property. A reflection of our commitment to sustainable thinking and responsible creativity, our patented trophy stands for what we believe in: innovation with intention.

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