NEWS
Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, Mirik, marked a proud milestone by felicitating 11 alumni who secured admission to premier medical and engineering institutions over the past four years. The ceremony, held in the school auditorium, celebrated the achievements of students who cleared competitive entrance examinations, including NEET, All India JEE, and West Bengal JEE.
Sacred Heart College (Autonomous), Tirupattur, inaugurated its Platinum Jubilee celebrations on September 8, marking 75 years of excellence in education and service (1951–2026). The day unfolded with devotion, pride, and festivity as the college community gathered to celebrate its rich legacy and future vision.
Don Bosco College (Autonomous), Maram, organized a specialized course titled “Personality Development: Myers-Briggs Type Indicator (MBTI) Test and Analysis” for students in the Psychology Department. The programme, facilitated by Fr. Devassy Palatty SDB and organized by the Department of Psychology, engaged first and third-semester students in a unique journey of self-discovery.
St. Anthony’s College, Shillong, held its Convocation Ceremony on Tuesday, honouring 146 rank holders and five doctoral awardees in a celebration that combined academic distinction with the rich cultural heritage of Meghalaya.
DB-ACE Chinchwad has unveiled a pioneering Agentic AI program designed to equip young graduates with cutting-edge Artificial Intelligence skills and open pathways to high-demand careers in the tech industry.
Don Bosco College, Golaghat, hosted its annual Freshers’ Day celebration, officially welcoming new students with a blend of tradition, culture, and inspiration.
Salesian College (Autonomous), Siliguri, marked a new chapter in its mission of education and service with the inauguration of its Centre for Advancement, an initiative dedicated to fundraising, project development, and community outreach.
Marking a meaningful move towards career empowerment, Don Bosco College, Golaghat, in collaboration with AIDA – Don Bosco Job Placement Network (JPN), Dimapur, hosted an Employability Skilling Session on August 5. The initiative aimed at bridging the critical gap between education and employment, especially for students from semi-urban and rural backgrounds.
Salesian College (Autonomous), Siliguri, set a new benchmark in educational innovation with the launch of North Bengal’s first-ever Virtual Reality (VR) Lab. The facility, located in the Salesian Library, was inaugurated by Fr. (Dr) Joseph Pauria, Provincial of the Kolkata Salesian Province, in a ceremony attended by college management, faculty, students, and alumni.
Don Bosco IMAGE Film School, Kochi, launched its new academic year with cinematic flair, inaugurating the Film School in a star-studded function graced by acclaimed Malayalam actor, director, playwright, and screenwriter Joy Mathew and popular South Indian actress Aparna Das, known for her roles in Manoharam, Priyan Ottathilanu, and Beast.
Don Bosco Infotech Kilinochchi has marked a transformative milestone in its mission to empower youth through industry-aligned IT education. In a remarkable achievement, nine young professionals trained at the institute—from basic computer literacy to advanced full-stack development—have secured positions as AI Engineers in leading tech companies across India.
Two prominent Indian Salesian institutions, St. Anthony’s College, Shillong, and Salesian College (Autonomous), Darjeeling, were among the participants in the prestigious United Board Fellows Programme (UBFP) 2025 Summer Leadership Institute, held from July 7 to 11 at Singapore Management University (SMU).
The Assam Don Bosco University [ADBU], Azara campus, on 10 June, organized a one-day Faculty Development Programme (FDP) for teachers from Don Bosco Schools across the region. Held in the University’s Conference Hall, the event brought together educators committed to holistic and value-based teaching in the spirit of St. John Bosco.
Under the open sky of Sonali Tea Garden’s Bara Line, villagers gathered last Thursday evening for a moment unlike any other: the silver screen debut of Khun Pasina Jekar, Cha Bagan Ukar (Your sweat nurtures, the tea garden flourishes), a powerful documentary chronicling the untold story of Sonali’s workers and their fight for dignity. At the heart of this labour of love stands John Paul Oraon — a young Oraon tribal, field researcher, interviewer, and the soul of the film.
Don Bosco Theological Centre (DBTC) marked a historic day on June 5, with the twin celebrations of the Inauguration of the Academic Year 2025–2026 and the First Convocation of the Institute.
IUS (global network of higher education) systematically and continuously dynamize the collaboration between the IUS that address the issue of education both from the point of view of research, teaching, social projection or educational praxis. And in India, IUS group is DBHEI.
Fr. George THADATHIL SDB
IUS/ISHE General Coordinator
Salesians of Don Bosco – Generalate
Via Marsala, 42 – 00185 Roma (Italy)
Don Bosco Higher Education India (DBHEI) seeks to foster a dynamic and reflective Salesian presence in higher education by ensuring innovative academic structures, holistic student formation, and institutional relevance to societal needs.
It emphasizes sustainable financial management with a preferential option for underprivileged youth, promotes research and social impact through academic engagement, and strengthens collaboration across institutions and provinces.
Rooted in Don Bosco’s preventive system, DBHEI aims to cultivate committed, competent citizens while advancing employability, cultural transformation, and synergy with broader educational and social networks.
Identity:
Don Bosco Higher Education India (DBHEI) is a body set up by the Salesian Provincial Conference of South Asia (SPCSA) for reflection, sharing and coordination among those involved in the youth ministry in Don Bosco institutions of Higher Education. It operates as part of Don Bosco Youth Animation- South Asia (DBYA SA), with relative autonomy as determined by its statutes.
Office Address:
All India Don Bosco Education Society (DBHEI)
Dwarka, Sector 10, New Delhi, 110075
Contact: +91 7867004188
Fr. Joby J. Manjakattil SDB
Secretary DBHEI
St Anthony’s College
Bomfyle Road, Lachumiere
Shillong 793 001
List of Don Bosco Colleges in India:
Interactive Map
- Don Bosco Arts & Science College
(Kilpauk, Chennai) - Don Bosco College (Arts and Science)
(Karaikal, Puducherry) - Don Bosco College
(Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu) - Don Bosco College
(Yelagiri Hills, Tamil Nadu) - Don Bosco College of Agriculture (DBCA)
(Sagayathottam, Tamil Nadu) - Don Bosco College of Education
(Dharmapuri, Tamil Nadu) - Don Bosco Polytechnic College
(Basin Bridge, Chennai) - Don Bosco Polytechnic College
(Thirukazhukundram, Tamil Nadu) - SIGA Polytechnic College
(Rinaldi Juniorate, Kilpauk, Tamil Nadu) - Sacred Heart College (Autonomous)
(Tirupattur, Tamil Nadu) - Sagayathottam Institute of Agriculture and Rural Development (SIARD)
(Sagayathottam, Vellore) - St. Mary’s College of Education
(Vellore, Tamil Nadu)
and more ...
Don Bosco University is a project of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) executed by Don Bosco Society, Azara, Guwahati.
360 degree view
Most Viewed News
Bosco College of Teacher Education Secures B++ Grade in First NAAC Accreditation
Employability Skilling Session Empowers Over 150 Students
ADBU Hosts Faculty Development Programme
Top Rated News
Lights, Camera, Action! Don Bosco IMAGE Film School Rolls Out New Academic Year
Don Bosco College Maram Hosts Personality Development Course with MBTI Test
Salesian College Unveils North Bengal’s First Educational VR Lab
