GIAN (Global Initiative of Academic Networks) Course Visit: Prof. Dr. Kate Rigby at the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur
December 2025
University of Cologne Regional Office– India, South Asia & South East Asia
The University of Cologne Regional Office India in New Delhi was opened in 2009 and is officially registered as a branch office of the University of Cologne.
The Office serves as the first point of contact for faculty and students in India, South Asia, South East Asia and University of Cologne. It functions as a key link between the University of Cologne and the academic landscape in these regions. The office provides assistance to bridge the cultural and structural gap that might exist through administrative efforts in order to make cooperation between institutions in partner countries successful.
The University of Cologne Regional Office India in New Delhi is situated in the German House in New Delhi at 21, Jor Bagh, New Delhi- 110003. Jor Bagh is a centrally located area in the capital city of India with easy access to the metro station, to the German Embassy, and to many other important landmarks in the city. The German House is home to offices of various other German organizations having a lawful presence in India.
Glimpse - Activities 2025
The UoC Regional Office India actively organizes and participates in numerous educational and promotional events. Here's a small glimpse into events that we were part of recently:
Grant Writing & Management Workshop 2025
October 2025
Indo-German Workshop on Enhancing Inclusive Education Through Pedagogical Practices, Teacher Development, and the Role of Special Education with a Special Reference to Gender
September 2025
Your Way to India
If you are a professor, researcher, or student at the University of Cologne, here you will find paths to India, South Asia & South East Asia tailored to your current situation.
For Research
Services & Assistance Offered
For Study
Exchange Programs, Summer Schools, Internships
Indian Landscape
Cultural & Academic Landscape
Your Way to Cologne
If you are a professor, researcher, or student in India, South Asia or South East Asia, here you will find paths to the University of Cologne tailored to your current situation.
For Research
Ph.D., Post-Doc, Female Career Program
For Study
Bachelor studies, Studienstart International, Master studies
About University of Cologne
Cologne City, University Statistics
Network & Collaborations
Through its network and regional expertise, the University of Cologne Regional Office India opens up a variety of cooperation opportunities, as in the case of the NRW Global Business GmbH/ India:
“Thank you so much for participating at Medical India - Future for Health Conference and for sharing your valuable insights. It was indeed a privilege to have you as esteemed panelist for the session “NRW, Germany- An innovative region for MEDTECH. The insights shared by you are very well received by the attendees of the session and we have received excellent feedback. Kindly find attached some pics from the event, our Headoffice will also post about the event on Linkedin .
On behalf of my colleagues from Duesseldorf Head office, I am extremely grateful for your excellent contribution and your time.
Looking forward to a close partnership for future events as well.”
Ms. Ambika Banotra, Chief Representative, NRW Global Business GmbH/ India, Trade & Investment Agency of the state North Rhine Westphalia, Germany
Indo-German Third Party Funded Projects
Collaboration projects between the University of Cologne & Indian Institutes of Higher Education
German Centre for Research and Innovation (DWIH) New Delhi
Network of German research organisations, universities, funding bodies
Indian University Partnerships
Indian partner universities & Institutes of Higher Education
Contact
The University of Cologne Regional Office India in New Delhi is headed by Dr. Amisha Jain. She is a lawyer by profession, and has spent several years working in Germany. Her doctoral work in India focused on Indian Forest Laws and Rights of the Indigenous people of India. Her work profile consists of preparing the annual strategy of Indian, South Asian and South East Asian academic activities and to inform about the latest research landscape and education policies in India, South Asia and in South East Asia.
Dr. Amisha Jain
Head of Regional Office -India & South Asia (coordinator South East Asia)
Phone: +91-11-45530991
Email: amisha.jain@uni-koeln.de
Address:
German House, Building Number 21
Jor Bagh, New Delhi- 110003, INDIA
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