IRM India Affiliate launches the 4th National GOER 2026 with 61 leading university teams; UG & PG winners to receive cash prizes, scholarships, and national recognition in June 2026.
The Institute of Risk Management (IRM) – India Affiliate has announced the launch of the fourth edition of the National GOER – Game of Enterprise Risk® 2026. This year, 61 teams from leading universities across the nation have participated, and the competition is now gearing up for its highly anticipated Round 2, scheduled to take place in the coming week. The top 10 Undergraduate (UG) and top 10 Postgraduate (PG) teams will advance to the grand finale, where they will compete before a distinguished jury of industry leaders and risk management experts. The final event will be hosted at the prestigious Mahindra University, Hyderabad, with the grand finale scheduled for June 2026.
In its fourth edition, the competition continues to scale with strong institutional and industry partnerships. HDFC Mutual Fund joins as the Title and Financial Literacy Partner under its Campus Connect – Investor Education and Awareness Initiative, Mahindra University comes on board as the Campus Partner, and Snackible joins as the Snacking Partner. The finale will also feature Max Lopez, as the official Resilience Mascot. A dynamic motivator and fitness champion from Dubai, Max will energise finalist teams through a high-impact fitness session, serve as a resilience buddy with powerful pep talks, and anchor the Closing Ceremony with his signature enthusiasm and presence.
The Closing Ceremony will also be marked by the presence of Mr. Navneet Munot, MD & CEO, HDFC Asset Management Company Limited, who will grace the occasion as the Chief Guest. One of India’s most respected business voices, his presence will bring significant industry gravitas to the national platform.
About the GOER – Game of Enterprise Risk®
GOER – Game of Enterprise Risk® is a registered trademark of the IRM India Affiliate. The GOER is a unique, interactive simulation-based competition where participants navigate complex risk scenarios, apply strategic thinking, and enterprise risk management techniques to solve real-world challenges. The game aims to foster the development of future leaders by encouraging problem solving, negotiation, teamwork, and decision-making in a dynamic environment. In addition to the prestige of competing at a national level, participants have the chance to win exciting prizes. The winning teams in the UG and PG categories will receive cash prizes and scholarships for IRM’s Global Level 1 ERM exam and certification, supporting their continued journey to become risk-intelligent leaders.
The Institute of Risk Management (IRM)
The Institute of Risk Management (IRM), established in 1986 and headquartered in the United Kingdom, is the world’s leading professional certifying body for Enterprise Risk Management (ERM). With a presence in 143 countries, IRM offers a globally recognised five-level qualification pathway in ERM, culminating in the prestigious Certified Fellowship designation. As the only body to award professional ERM designations up to Fellowship (Level 5), IRM has been setting benchmarks in risk management education and training for over 35 years. Through its India Affiliate, IRM enables students and professionals across India to register for its globally recognised examinations and become part of an international community of risk-aware leaders. Recognised as a thought leader in the field, IRM continues to advance enterprise risk management standards and practices worldwide by equipping organisations with qualified risk professionals who drive informed decision-making and improved outcomes.
Participating Colleges
The following universities have progressed to Round 2 of the competition in the UG and PG categories, with each institution represented by its nominated team.
Undergraduate Category:
Ajay Kumar Garg Engineering College, AKS University, Bennett University, BITS Pilani Hyderabad Campus, Chinmaya Vishwa Vidyapeeth (Deemed to be University), College of Engineering Trivandrum, Dr Shantilal K Somaiya School of Commerce and Business Studies, IFIM, Jai Hind College, Jagran Lakecity University, Mahindra University, Manipal Institute of Technology, Maharishi Markandeshwar (Deemed to be University), NIMS University, NMIMS Asmsoc, Parul Institute of Business Administration, Reva University, Shaheed Sukhdev College of Business Studies, Sreenidhi Institute of Science and Technology, Sri Sairam Engineering College, Sri Sri University, SVKM’s NMIMS Centre for International Studies, Symbiosis Centre for Management Studies, Nagpur.
Postgraduate Category:
Christ University, Ganpat University, IFMR Graduate School of Business (GSB), Krea University, IMI Kolkata, Indian Institute of Management Visakhapatnam, Institute of Insurance and Risk Management, Lala Lajpatrai Institute of Management, Mahindra University, National Institute of Bank Management, National Insurance Academy, NIMS University, NMIMS Navi Mumbai, NSHM Knowledge Campus, Kolkata-Group of Institutions, Parul Institute of Management Research, PES University, Saintgits Institute of Management, SDA Bocconi Asia Center, Symbiosis Centre for Information Technology, Tata Institute of Social Sciences, Thakur Institute of Management Studies and Research, Vishwakarma University, Welingkar Institute of Management Development and Research.
Ishita Shah, Director – Marketing, IRM India Affiliate said, ““GOER 2026 reflects the growing importance of enterprise risk management as a core leadership capability across all student disciplines. With participation from leading universities, the platform continues to encourage structured thinking under uncertainty. Congratulations to all teams on reaching Round 2, and best wishes as they progress towards the grand finale. The focus remains on nurturing future leaders who can navigate complexity with clarity and resilience.”
“We at HDFC Mutual Fund are excited to partner with the Institute of Risk Management (IRM) – India Affiliate. In today’s fast-changing world, the ability to understand money, take calculated risks, and make decisions under uncertainty is one of the most important skills. IRM India’s focus on enterprise risk management, combined with initiatives like the Game of Enterprise Risk (GOER) competition, provides an excellent platform for students to think practically and prepares young talent to be future-ready.” added Amit Grover, National Lead Trainer, HDFC Asset Management Company Limited.
Dr Yajulu Medury, Vice-Chancellor, Mahindra University added, “We are delighted to be selected by IRM India Affiliate as the exclusive campus partner for this landmark nation-building initiative. GOER brings together academia, industry, and young minds to engage with real-world challenges through a risk lens. We look forward to welcoming the finalist teams and distinguished guests to our campus for the grand finale. Platforms like these play a vital role in shaping a Viksit Bharat”
For more information, please write to the competition helpdesk at communications@theirmindia.org
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