Prof. Ruby Ojha is an accomplished academic leader and currently serves as the Pro Vice Chancellor of SNDT Women’s University, Mumbai (4 January 2022 – continuing). Over the years, she has significantly contributed to higher education through teaching, research, institutional development, and academic administration. Her work reflects a deep commitment to women’s education, inclusive development, and evidence-based policy research.

Research Contributions

Prof. Ojha has an extensive research portfolio, with 42 published research papers and 50 seminar presentations, showcasing her consistent scholarly engagement. Her areas of work span economic development, gender studies, export-led growth strategies, environmental standards, minority socio-economic profiling, and the emerging domain of cyber violence against women.

Books & Publications

She has authored and edited significant books that contribute to economic research and gender studies:

1. Challenges for Development in 21st Century (BR Publishing, 2012) – Reviewed in The Indian Economics Journal.

2. Export-Led Growth Strategy: A Policy Choice for Development in India (Himalaya Publishing House, 2013).

3. Rising Nari Shakti: Women Empowerment in India (Edited volume, SNDT Women’s University Press, 2024).

These publications highlight her academic depth and her ability to address contemporary developmental and gender-related issues.

Research Projects

Prof. Ojha has successfully completed several major and minor research projects funded by prestigious national bodies:

• UGC Major Research Project (2011) on export-led growth strategies.

• UGC Area Studies Project (2012) comparing environmental standards in the Indian and Canadian automobile sectors.

• Socio-Economic Profile of Muslims in Maharashtra (2013) for the Maharashtra State Minority Commission.

• ICSSR-funded study (2018) on gender inclusion in India’s IT industry.

• Major National Commission for Women Project on cyber violence and digital safety of young women in Maharashtra (Principal Investigator).

These contributions underline her expertise in interdisciplinary economic and social research.

Leadership & Institutional Contributions

As Pro Vice Chancellor, Prof. Ojha plays a crucial role in academic governance, curriculum enhancement, policy formulation, research promotion, and strengthening university–industry collaborations. Her leadership emphasizes women's empowerment, digital safety, and advancing higher education quality.

Awards & Honours

Prof. Ruby Ojha has been honoured with the Vagdhara Navratna Samman for her work in the field of education, presented by Hon’ble Shri Bhagat Singh Koshyari, former Governor of Maharashtra and Chancellor of SNDT Women’s University. This prestigious award recognizes her dedication to academic excellence and societal contribution.

Eligibility for the  Best Academician Award

Prof. Ruby Ojha is highly eligible for the Best Academician Award (Scientific Laurels) due to her:

• Distinguished leadership as Pro Vice Chancellor of a premier women’s university.

• Strong scholarly output, including books, 42 papers, and 50 presentations.

• Successful execution of multiple funded research projects from national bodies like UGC, ICSSR, and NCW.

• Impactful contributions to women’s empowerment and gender-sensitive research, particularly through studies on cyber violence and social inclusion.

• Recognized excellence, demonstrated by receiving the Vagdhara Navratna Samman.

• Long-standing service to higher education, research, and academic development.

Collectively, her research productivity, academic leadership, policy-oriented contributions, and societal impact make her an excellent candidate for the Best Academician Award in Scientific Laurels.