Announcements and News

Our Introduction

Our vision for just, equitable and resilient communities

Hope Foundation and Research Centre is a Registered Public Charitable Trust / Society established by Late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria in the year 1979 and is pursuing its charitable objectives in the fields of education, research and development, medical assistance and community outreach programs for over 46+ years to:

Founder President -
Hope Foundation

Late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria, Founder President, Hope Foundation and Founder Chairman, Finolex Group of Companies
“I have not gone, just moved on. Each morning, we are born again to work hard and live another beautiful journey.”

Pralhad P. Chhabria Awards

Hope Foundation in association with the IEEE India Council and Women In Engineering Affinity Group, IEEE Pune Section has instituted the Pralhad P. Chhabria Awards from the year 2017, in memory of Late Shri Pralhad P. Chhabria.

WHY CHOOSE US

Our Goal Is To Make Your Life Better

Our Institutions

Education and Research

Finolex Academy of Management and Technology (FAMT), Ratnagiri

Est. 1996

  • 7 Undergraduate Engineering Programmes
  • 2 Master Degree Programmes
  • 2 Doctoral Programmes
  • 1700 + students on campus
  • 85+ University Rankholders
  • Accredited by NAAC
  • NBA Accredited – 3 UG Programmes
    IT, MECHANICAL & EXTC (upto 30-06-2027)

International Institute of Information Technology (I²IT), Pune

Est. 2001

  • Autonomous Institute affiliated to SPPU
  • 3 Undergraduate Engineering Programmes
  • Master Degree Programme
  • Dedicated in-house Research Centre
  • 1600 + students on campus
  • 55+ University Rankholders
  • Accredited by NAAC – Grade A
  • Recognised u/s 2(f) of UGC Act
  • NBA Accredited – 2 UG Programmes
    CE & ETC (upto A.Y. 2025-26)

Pralhad P. Chhabria Research Center (PPCRC), Pune

Est. 2016

  • Recognized as a SIRO
  • 145 Research Faculty
  • 3 Thematic Research Areas
  • Outreach Activities and Services
  • National and International Collaborations
  • Funded & Sponsored Research Projects




Managing Committee

Board of Trustees

OUR FUN FACTS

You’ve The Power Today To Change Tomorrow

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Funds raised by 7020 people in 18 days

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Facts and Figures

If you know, you can do better…
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Incubators and Startups

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Social Partners

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Donors and Patrons

24 +

Our Team

500 +

Number of Beneficiaries

5402 +

Student Alumni

24126805

Financial Support

Causes We Support

Even small donations can give big smiles

Donate For Causes You Care About

We wish to state that every donation matters to us and we solicit the support of individuals and organizations who share our passion and commitment to create an environment enabling an “inclusive society.”
We extend our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all the promoters, corporate and individual donors, establishments, Government agencies, HUFs & Trusts, and other persons who are supporting us with their generous contributions and donations and assisting us in fulfilling our social and charitable initiatives.


Education


Medical


Scholarships

Community Outreach

Charity Partners

Providing financing support to help social organization build livelihoods
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Awards and Recognition

25 MARCH 2026
Presented by : BW Education

Excellence in Digital Transformation in Education

BW Businessworld’s India Smart University Awards 2026
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25 April 2025
Presented by : Beginup Ventures India

Excellent Engineering Institute in Rural Area in India and Institute with Excellent Placement

Excellent Engineering Institute in Rural Area in India and Institute with Excellent Placement
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8 Mar 2025
Presented by : IEEE Pune Section and Women in Engineering (WiE) Affinity Group

Guest of Honour

Hosted by the Women in Engineering Affinity Group and the IEEE Education Society of IEEE Pune Section, the event is themed "Empower Women | Accelerate Actions
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7 Feb 2024
Presented by : Suryadatta Group of Institutes

Excellence in the field of Social Service & NGO

26th Foundation Day and Suryadatta National Award Ceremony, Pune
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3 September 2023
Presented by : The Knowledge Review Magazine

The Most Impactful Education Leaders in India, 2023

For outstanding dedication, innovative approaches, and transformative contributions to the field of education
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1 September 2023
Presented by : Vadini infoCenter.io Private Limited

Most Preferred College for Campus Talent

Finolex Academy of Management and Technology is recognized as "Most Preferred College for Campus Talent
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29 July 2023
Presented by : Navbharat Times

I²IT: Leading Information Technology College of the Year 2023 Award

Navbharat Times Education Conclave and Awards, Mumbai
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26 May 2023
Presented by : National Board of Accreditation (NBA)

I²IT : NBA Accredited for 3 Years

NBA accreditation of two programs, namely Computer Engineering and Electronics & Telecommunication
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13 May 2022
Presented by : Assocham National Council on Education

Excellence in Promoting Education for Social Cause

15th International Education Leadership Summit, Expo & Awards, New Delhi
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Latest events

News and Happenings

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Testimonials

What They Say

Thank you for the opportunity to speak and interact with students. Wish you the very best in the major mission you have undertaken.

Som Mittal
Former President, NASSCOM

Great Day! It was wonderful unveiling the statue of PP Saheb, a great institution and inspiration.

Dr. R. A. Mashelkar, FRS
National Research Professor, President - Global Research Alliance

Amazing infrastructure, wonderful staff and very powerful leadership of IIIT. Interesting discovery of a great institution in Pune

Mr. Narendra Barhate
Managing Director & CEO, Seed Infotech Ltd

I am so impressed by what has been built and even more impressed by the passion to build an even greater future.

Edgard D Kegan
US Consul General

Very good institute and faculty with energy and devotion.

Dr. Manpreet S. Manna
Director, SWAYAM & PMSS INcharge Parliament Cell All India Council for technical Education, Ministry of HRD, Govt. of India, New Delhi

My visit showed me that PP Ji is still guiding this institute. The Research center is for many creative ideas and is headed by a very energetic person with expertise in many different fields. I congratulate the whole team and of course the leader Mrs. Aruna for her efforts and leadership. I wish the institute all the success.

Dr. A. S,. Kolaskar
Former Vice Chancellor, The Neotia University