JNU to Confer 'Professor Emeritus' on Amitabh Mattoo Following 2027 Retirement
Jawaharlal Nehru University has approved the conferment of the 'Professor Emeritus' title on senior political scientist Amitabh Mattoo, effective after his voluntary retirement on February 28, 2027. The decision, reached during recent faculty deliberations, marks a formal recognition of Mattoo's decades-long contribution to academia and public discourse.
- JNU governing body approves 'Professor Emeritus' title for veteran political scientist Amitabh Mattoo
- Honour takes effect after his voluntary retirement on February 28, 2027
- Decision signals broader institutional trend of recognising post-retirement academic legacy at premier Indian universities
JNU will confer the title of Professor Emeritus on senior political scientist Amitabh Mattoo, effective after his voluntary retirement on February 28, 2027. The decision was approved at a recent university meeting, marking one of the highest academic distinctions the institution can bestow on a retiring faculty member.
Amitabh Mattoo, a senior professor of political science and long-time public commentator, has been associated with JNU for decades. The Professor Emeritus designation is typically reserved for faculty who have made exceptional contributions to their discipline and the university over an extended period. JNU has a tradition of conferring such honours on its most distinguished teachers, and this appointment underscores the institution's commitment to recognising intellectual legacy even as faculty transition into retirement.
"The decision reflects the university's acknowledgment of Mattoo's scholarly impact and his role in shaping public discourse," said a senior JNU official, speaking on condition of anonymity. Academics and students alike have welcomed the move, with many taking to social media to describe it as a fitting tribute to a teacher who has consistently bridged the gap between classroom teaching and national policy debates. The Hindu reported that the proposal received unanimous support from the faculty council during its deliberations.
