Gurukrupa College of Management
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Education is the greatest equaliser — it opens doors, breaks barriers, and gives wings to dreams. At GCM, we are deeply committed to ensuring that every student — regardless of background — has access to quality management education and the opportunity to build a meaningful career.
Our mission has always been to create an institution where students are not just educated but truly empowered — with values, skills, confidence, and compassion to lead in an ever-changing world.
On behalf of the Gurukrupa Educational Group, it is my heartfelt privilege to welcome each and every one of you to the Gurukrupa College of Management — a place where knowledge meets purpose, where ambition is nurtured, and where the leaders of tomorrow are shaped today.
When my family decided to invest in education — to build an institution that would provide quality management education to the youth of Odisha — it was not a business decision. It was a calling, a commitment, and a deep sense of responsibility towards the society that has given us so much. GCM is our way of giving back — creating opportunities, building futures, and transforming lives one student at a time.
"When you educate a woman, you educate a family. When you empower a student, you empower a community. At GCM, we empower every student — every young man and woman — to reach their full, extraordinary potential."
— Smt. Kabita Pattanaik, Trustee, Gurukrupa Educational GroupAs Trustee, I take a deep personal interest in the welfare of every student at GCM. I believe that true education is holistic — it nurtures the mind, builds the character, and awakens the conscience. That is why beyond academics, GCM places equal emphasis on co-curricular development, social responsibility, mental health, and the all-round growth of every student.
I am especially proud of our commitment to inclusivity and equal opportunity. GCM welcomes students from all backgrounds, communities, and regions. We work actively to ensure that no deserving student is denied quality education due to financial constraints — through scholarships, fee concessions, and government-sponsored programmes for SC/ST/OBC and economically weaker sections.
My Commitments to GCM Students
Student Welfare
Ensuring a safe, supportive, and nurturing campus environment for every student
Women Empowerment
Actively encouraging and supporting women students to excel in management careers
Inclusive Education
Making quality MBA education accessible to students from all communities and backgrounds
Scholarship Support
Facilitating government and institutional scholarships for deserving students
Mental Health
Championing student mental health awareness and counselling initiatives on campus
Community Bond
Building a close-knit GCM family where students, faculty, and staff grow together
The faculty at GCM are not just teachers — they are mentors, guides, and well-wishers. Under the able leadership of our Principal Dr. Soumya Ranjan Mohapatra, the academic and administrative team works tirelessly to ensure that every student receives the best possible education, career guidance, and personal support throughout their MBA journey.
To our current students: You are the reason GCM exists. Every decision we make, every resource we invest, every improvement we plan — it is all for you. Give your best, dream fearlessly, work with integrity, and know that GCM stands behind you at every step of your journey.
To prospective students and parents: I personally assure you that at GCM, your child will be in caring, capable, and committed hands. We will nurture them not just as future managers, but as confident, compassionate, and capable human beings ready to make a positive difference in the world. Welcome to the GCM family!
