History
89+
Years of history and education
The Model Institute of Engineering and Technology (MIET) was established in 1996, following the approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE). This milestone marked MIET as the first engineering college in the private sector in Jammu and Kashmir (J&K). The institute admitted its first batch of students in 1999, subsequent to the formulation of policies by the J&K Government governing higher technical education. Since then, MIET has successfully graduated 20+ batches of engineering students, making significant progress while staying true to its founding ideals. MIET is accredited with an “A” grade by the National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). And is J&K’s first private technical college in the state to be granted “Autonomous Status” by the University Grants Commission (UGC).
MIET is the flagship institution of the Model Institute of Education and Research (MIER) Group, which boasts a glorious legacy of over 85 years. MIER is the oldest educational group in Jammu and Kashmir and serves as a role model for private educational enterprises in the region.
The Legacy of the MIER Group
Late Prof. H.L. Gupta and Mrs. Shanti Gupta are hailed as educational pioneers in Jammu and Kashmir. With exceptional dedication, innovative ideas, and a missionary zeal, they transformed the Model Institute of Education and Research (MIER) from a modest beginning into a major educational institution. Founded in 1936 as Model Academy, the first private school in J&K, MIER has grown to encompass education from pre-school to post-doctoral levels.
Model Academy has produced distinguished alumni, including Dr. Jitender Singh, Member of Lok Sabha, General J.J. Singh, the Governor of Arunachal Pradesh and Former Chief of the Indian Army, Dr. A.S. Anand, Former Chief Justice of India, and Admiral Arun Prakash, Former Chief of the Naval Staff of India.
Educational Impact and Leadership
Over eight decades, the MIER Group has graduated over 50,000 learners and currently meets the educational needs and aspirations of over 3,500 learners, from pre-school to doctoral levels.
The MIER Group is managed by a professional leadership team comprising experts in diverse fields such as education, liberal arts, science, and engineering. This leadership team, with a combined years of experience, includes former Vice Chancellors of State Universities. They have put in place a strategic plan to ensure that the MIER Group continues to build on its rich heritage to reach new heights, driven by its core values of Excellence, Diligence, and Innovation.
Our Beginings...
1936
Late Prof. H.L. Gupta & Mrs. Shanti Gupta, the founders of the Model Institute of Education and Research (MIER) Group, with a vision to provide quality education, established a small school in 1936
1981
Dr. Arun K. Gupta, a visionary leader and inspirational educator, founded MIER College of Education in 1981 and served as its inaugural Chairman. His enduring legacy of knowledge, creativity, and compassion continues to empower and inspire generations of learners and educators.
1999
MIET, founded in 1999, stands as the first private engineering college in Jammu and Kashmir, established with AICTE approval. It is a distinguished member of the esteemed MIER Group, dedicated to advancing technical education and fostering innovation.
2020
MIET was granted Autonomous Status by the University Grants Commission in 2020 based upon fulfilling high academic standards making it the first Autonomous Technical Institution in the J&K UT.
Present
Under the leadership of Dr. Renu Gupta, Chairperson of the MIER Group, MIET is poised for the future, focusing on enhancing its impact through advanced education, research, and innovation, while upholding its esteemed tradition of excellence in technical education.
