Biography

Pulkit Khanna serves as the Dean at the Jindal Institute of Behavioural Sciences (JIBS). With a keen focus on shaping the institute’s vision, she plays a crucial role in devising and implementing strategic initiatives at JIBS.  
Dr. Khanna is dedicated to pushing the boundaries of behavioural science research, contributing significantly to JIBS’s reputation as an institute of knowledge and innovation. Dr. Khanna also stands as one of the founding members of the National Positive Psychology Association and is an active member of its Executive Committee. Her research focuses on enhancing student well-being and investigating indigenous practices that foster positive psychological constructs and nurture positive behavioural change.

In addition to her responsibilities as Dean, Dr. Khanna holds the position of Professor (Psychology) at the University. She earned her Ph.D. in Psychology from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-Delhi). Dr. Khanna’s expertise is strengthened by her certification in Positive Psychology (Research, Education, and Application in Community Health) from the National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences (NIMHANS, Bangalore).

Dr. Khanna’s research centers on psychological interventions aimed at nurturing human flourishing, with a specific emphasis on educational contexts. She has received invitations to present her work at esteemed forums, such as the International Positive Psychology Association and the Templeton Foundation-funded ‘Science for Monks’ among others. She has published in well-recognized international peer-reviewed journals and edited volumes. Her supervision work comprises doctoral and graduate thesis on topics including post-traumatic growth, psycho-spiritual interventions for students, traditional education systems, and gratitude in ultra high net worth families.

Dr. Khanna taught and co-taught various courses, including Introduction to Psychology, Positive Psychology, Social Psychology, Developmental Psychology, Human Resource Management, and Applied Positive Psychology, to both undergraduate and graduate students. She currently offers  popular elective courses on Emotional Literacy, Consumer Psychology and Positive Psychology, catering to students from diverse fields within the university.
In addition to her teaching commitments, she frequently receives invitations as a resource person for training sessions aimed at school leaders, educators, and professionals from esteemed public and private sector organizations.

Dr. Khanna has conducted numerous Management Development Programs (MDPs), providing training for high-ranking officers from both the government and private sectors. Notable examples include officers from the Comptroller & Auditor General of India, the National Hydroelectric Power Corporation (NHPC), Power Grid Corporation of India, and Jindal Steel and Power Limited, among others. Additionally, she has led over 50 Teacher Training Programs and School Talk initiatives across India, involving more than 8,000 participants.