QS I-GAUGE Institution of Happiness 2026-27

Mindful Metrics for Empathetic, Resilient and Inclusive Campuses

Date

11 December 2026

Time

09:00 AM to 05:00 PM

Format

In-person

Venue

The Leela Bhartiya City Bengaluru

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Event Overview

What if institutional excellence were measured not only by achievements, but also by how people feel, grow and thrive within an institution?

The QS I-GAUGE Institution of Happiness (IOH) 2026–27 brings this question to the forefront, bringing together 350+ education leaders, including Chancellors, Vice-Chancellors, Principals, institutional decision-makers, and thought leaders from across India.

Through leadership panels, expert perspectives and focused roundtable discussions, IOH 2026–27 will explore how institutions can move beyond conventional measures of success and translate insights on wellbeing into meaningful institutional practices.

Further details, including the event agenda, speakers and other information, will be updated on this page soon.

Welcome Message

In India, we have always placed great importance on education as a pathway to a better future. Yet, in our pursuit of academic achievement, we sometimes overlook a fundamental question: Are our students and educators truly happy?

Mental well-being cannot be addressed through policies and counselling facilities alone. It must show up in everyday experiences, relationships, and institutional culture. A truly supportive educational environment is one where students feel heard, educators feel valued, and individuals have the confidence to seek help without hesitation.

Through the Institution of Happiness initiative, QS I-GAUGE aims to encourage schools, colleges, and universities to listen more closely to their communities and translate those insights into meaningful institutional improvements.

We extend our sincere appreciation to all participating institutions for recognising the importance of this initiative, our distinguished speakers, and our partners for supporting this collective effort.

QS I-GAUGE warmly welcome everyone to the Institution of Happiness Conclave 2026–27 and looks forward to conversations that inspire lasting, positive change across India's educational institutions.