Hari Mohan Arora

About Hari Mohan Arora

I bring over 36 years of experience as an academic administrator, including 13+ years in leadership roles within higher education. I specialize in university governance, academic operations, records management, and policy implementation, with a proven track record of delivering institutional excellence.I have successfully managed examinations for students across 170+ colleges, led the rollout of the CBCS system, and streamlined procurement, tendering, logistics, and vendor relations with transparency and operational efficiency. As Finance Officer and Drawing & Disbursing Officer, I have ensured full compliance with government regulations, advanced digitization and ICT initiatives, and implemented ISO standards.I have conducted comprehensive academic and administrative audits across various universities, driving governance and quality improvements that have strengthened NAAC accreditation, NIRF rankings, and overall performance. I have organized numerous high-level meetings of the Board of Management, Building & Works Committee, Senate, and Finance Committees, ensuring informed decision-making at the highest levels.Working closely with legal counsel in the High Court of Punjab and the Supreme Court of India, I have secured multiple favorable verdicts, saving crores of rupees for the institute. I played a key role in launching new academic programs, significantly boosting admissions, and devising innovative strategies to enhance both academic and administrative operations.Currently, I am pursuing a PhD in Business Management from Chandigarh University (since August 2025) to further deepen my leadership and research expertise.Known for my strategic thinking, legal acumen, and results-driven approach, I am committed to advancing innovation, quality, and inclusive governance in higher education.

Experience

1. Registrar

   Sant Longowal Institute Of Engineering And Technology

   Apr 2022 — Present · Sangrur, IN

   During my tenure at SLIET, I played a key role in governance and driving continuous improvement across academic and administrative domains. Entrusted by the Board of Management, I ensured transparent management of institutional records, finances, and property, and maintained strict regulatory compliance. I oversaw timely and fair examinations and implemented effective systems to enhance operational integrity.As an active IQAC member, I led quality initiatives that boosted NAAC accreditation and NIRF ranking, promoted stakeholder engagement, and streamlined academic and administrative audits. I championed transformative reforms, launched external administraive audits, established regular alumni feedback, and led curriculum upgrades to align with evolving standards.Additionally, I empowered non-teaching staff through focused training, improving departmental efficiency and service delivery. This role strengthened my ability to combine strategic vision with execution and embed a culture of excellence and regulatory best practices.Managed high-level meetings of the Board of Management, Senate, Finance, and Building & Works Committees as Member Secretaru, ensuring swift, transparent, and effective decision-making.Secured major legal victories in the High Court of Punjab & Haryana and the Supreme Court, protecting institutional interests and saving crores of rupees.Played instrumental role in launching new academic programs and driving targeted admission strategies, boosting enrollments across multiple disciplines.Implemented transformative academic and administrative reforms, embedding a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.

Education

• CHANDIGARH UNIVERSITY

  Pursuing Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Business Management

• Annamalai University

  Diploma in Labor & Administrative Laws

  1996

• Indian Society for Training & Development (ISTD)

  Diploma in Training & Development , Training & Development

  1998

• Nagpur University

  Master Degree in Industrial Relations and Personnel Management

  1995

• Nagpur University

  Master's Degree in Public Administration

  1993