A graduate in History from St. Stephen’s College with a degree in Education, Pallavi Mahanta brings with her a unique blend of corporate and educational experience. Before joining the world of education, she worked with leading global banking institutions including Standard Chartered Bank, ABN AMRO Bank, and The Royal Bank of Scotland. Over two decades, she has built a reputation as a self-motivated and resilient professional who thrives on coordination, problem-solving, and meaningful engagement.

For more than a decade at Shiv Nadar School, Pallavi has contributed to the community in multiple capacities—as Homeroom In-charge, Form Coordinator, and Year Lead—taking on diverse leadership responsibilities with commitment and care. Her dual perspective as both a parent and staff member has deepened her appreciation for the school’s inclusive culture.

A lifelong learner, Pallavi earned a national rank of #9 in Early Childhood Education from CENTA and a Distinction in the Cambridge International Certificate in Teaching and Learning (Module 1). She exemplifies the balance of corporate discipline and educational empathy, both of which define her leadership.

Her guiding mantra is to “be true and loyal to yourself and others.” Outside of work, she enjoys travelling, reading, and spending time with her family.