Maharashtra Institute of Educational Planning & Administration (MIEPA)

Institute Overview

The Maharashtra Institute of Educational Planning & Administration (MIEPA) was established under Government Resolution No. SED P.R.E-1093/6807 dated 7 May 1994 and became operational in January 1995. It functions as the State Institute of Educational Management and Training (SIEMAT) for Maharashtra.

MIEPA provides training, research, consultancy, monitoring, and implementation support for educational administration at state, division, district, and block levels.

Background & Statutory Status

• Established at Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
• Registered under Societies Registration Act, 1860
• Registered under Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950
• State-level institution under Government of Maharashtra
• Declared School Leadership Academy (SLA) in 2017

Governance Structure

• Governing Council
• Executive Committee
• Finance Committee
• Rules approved by Government of Maharashtra

Objectives

• Improve educational planning and administration quality
• Develop training programs for educational administrators
• Strengthen district and block-level planning
• Promote gender sensitivity and inclusiveness
• Enhance ICT and mass media usage
• Strengthen teacher training methodologies

Core Functions

• Training programs, seminars, and workshops
• Educational research and innovation
• Advisory services to state institutions
• Publications and learning resources
• National and international collaborations