NIIT Limited announced the elevation of Dr. Vishnupriya Raghavan to Senior Vice President & Business Head - Technology Learning Solutions, NIIT Enterprise on September 30, 2026.

In her expanded role, Dr. Raghavan will lead NIIT Enterprise's Technology Learning Solutions business. Her mandate includes strengthening NIIT's position as a strategic capability partner for enterprises navigating AI-led workforce transformation. The role focuses on driving future-ready technology capabilities, workforce productivity, and business outcomes at scale.

Leadership perspective

Pankaj Jathar, Chief Executive Officer, NIIT Limited, stated that Dr. Raghavan's elevation reflects her deep understanding of enterprise technology and ability to translate evolving needs into workforce outcomes. He expressed confidence in her leadership to help enterprises build AI-ready, future-facing technology talent.

Dr. Raghavan noted that technology is reshaping roles at an unprecedented pace. Her focus will be on helping organisations build AI-ready capabilities that evolve rapidly. She aims to combine deep technology expertise with enterprise context to translate technology change into workforce readiness and productivity.

Portfolio and focus areas

NIIT Enterprise offers a comprehensive portfolio focused on role readiness, deep technology skilling, leadership development, OEM-led capability programmes, and enterprise-scale capability transformation. Key focus areas include:

• AI-first engineering
• AI-led SRE
• Cloud transformation
• Cybersecurity
• Data engineering
• Enterprise architecture
• Engineering Intelligence
• Technology leadership

The portfolio leverages strengths across StackRoute and RPS Consulting, combining deep engineering capability development with a broad OEM partner ecosystem. This approach addresses capability needs from deep role readiness to transformation at scale.

Through structured learning pathways, hands-on practice, and real-world application, NIIT Enterprise helps organisations build automation-ready and AI-native teams. The business supports enterprises in developing critical technology capabilities across roles, teams, and business networks, enabling faster time-to-productivity.

NIIT Limited and Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan's S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) launched a Professional Certificate in FinTech Operations on September 17, 2026. The program targets students and early-career professionals seeking roles in India's digital financial services sector.

The certificate addresses the growing demand for talent in India's BFSI sector, which is projected to add nearly 2.5 lakh permanent jobs by 2030. According to an Adecco India report, almost 48% of these new roles will emerge from Tier-II and Tier-III cities.

Program Structure

The curriculum spans 164 hours of instruction delivered over six to eight months. It follows a hybrid model combining live online learning with an optional campus immersion at SPJIMR. The program culminates in a joint certificate issued by both institutions.

Key features include:

• Non-coding pathway emphasizing technology fluency via APIs, AI tools, and FinTech platforms.
• Practical projects in KYC onboarding, payment reconciliation, and loan processing.
• Capstone tracks in operations excellence, product support, and business analysis.

Industry Alignment

Anshumaan Prasad, Business Head, NIIT Digital and Head of Marketing, NIIT Limited, stated that digital finance creates career opportunities beyond traditional banking and software development. He highlighted the need for professionals who understand both financial services and the digital systems powering them.

Dr. Varun Nagaraj, Dean SPJIMR, noted that the future of financial services requires professionals who can apply technology with judgment and purpose. He emphasized the convergence of finance, technology, and operations.

Placement Support

Participants receive placement assistance through NIIT's industry network and SPJIMR's employer connections. Successful completers entering the placement bank can receive up to three job selection opportunities within 120 days. Roles span FinTech startups, digital banking teams, and BFSI technology providers.