International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS)

Explore the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS), a global federation driving excellence in public administration. Discover research, education, and best practices for good governance worldwide. India recently secured the IIAS Presidency for 2025-2028.

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Context: India won the International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) Presidency for 2025-2028.

About International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS)

The International Institute of Administrative Sciences (IIAS) is a leading international non-profit organisation committed to promoting the science of public administration. Founded in 1930 and headquartered in Brussels, Belgium, it operates as a federation of member states, national sections, and academic research centers.

Establishment: Founded in 1930.
Headquarters: Brussels, Belgium.
Objective: Promotes scientific research and collaboration in public administration globally.
Membership:
- 31 member countries (including India, Japan, China, Germany, etc.).
- 20 national sections.
- 15 academic research centres.
India’s Association:
- Member since 1998.
- Represented by the Department of Administrative Reforms and Public Grievances (DARPG).

Recent Context (2025-2028 Term)

India won the IIAS Presidency for 2025-2028.
Candidate: Srinivas (Secretary, DARPG), nominated by PM Narendra Modi.
Election Process:
- Held on June 3, 2025, at Bharat Mandapam, New Delhi.
- Competed with Austria, South Africa, and Bahrain; India won in the final round against Austria.