Our Story
Maharaja Agrasen Technical Education Society (MATES) is a charitable educational trust established with a clear purpose — to advance quality education that is accessible, value-driven, and aligned with the needs of a changing world. Founded by a collective of eminent educationists, industrialists, professionals, entrepreneurs, and philanthropists, MATES was envisioned as a platform where education serves both individual growth and societal progress.
Over the years, MATES has built a strong academic foundation and steadily expanded its presence across diverse domains of education, including Technology, Management, Law, Pharmacy, and Health Services. With consistent growth and an unwavering commitment to excellence, the Society continues to contribute meaningfully to human capital development and nation-building.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To emerge as a leading educational society that nurtures ethically grounded, professionally competent, and socially responsible individuals, capable of shaping a progressive and inclusive future.
Mission
Founder’s Message
"Education is the most powerful instrument for societal transformation."
MATES was founded on the belief that education must go beyond degrees — it must build character, competence, and consciousness. The Society remains committed to creating institutions that empower students with knowledge, values, and the confidence to lead with integrity. Our endeavour has always been to serve society through education that is meaningful, relevant, and enduring.
Dr. Nand Kishore Garg
Founder & Chief Advisor, MATES
Chancellor, Maharaja Agrasen University
Chairman’s Message
At MATES, our focus has always been on building strong institutions that stand the test of time. Education today must be dynamic, industry-aligned, and accessible to all sections of society. With a clear emphasis on quality, expansion, and values, MATES continues to evolve while staying rooted in its founding principles. Our goal is to create learning environments that prepare students not just for careers, but for life.
Vineet Kumar Lohia
Chairman, MATES
Key Management Members
The growth and governance of MATES are guided by a committed leadership team whose experience and vision have been instrumental in shaping the Society’s academic and institutional journey:
Dr. Nand Kishore Garg
Founder & Chief Advisor, MATES | Chancellor, Maharaja Agrasen University
Sh. Vineet Kumar Lohia
Chairman, MATES
Sh. Sunder Lal Goel
Sr . Vice Chairman
Sh.T.r, Garg
General Secretary
Sh.S.N. Gupta (Bharat Rasayan)
Sr . Vice Chairman
Sh. Mohan Garg
Joint General Secretary
Sh. Sanjeev Goel
Joint General Secretary
Sh. Naresh Agarwal
Treasurer
Sh. Vivek Garg
Co-Treasurer
Beyond Academics
The trustees of MATES are accomplished entrepreneurs who have established industries contributing significantly to India’s economic and social development, with several enterprises listed on the National Stock Exchange (NSE). This strong industry linkage enriches the academic ecosystem at MATES, enabling students to benefit from real-world insights, professional exposure, and contemporary relevance.
