Odisha’s education and finance ecosystem witnessed a landmark moment with CAPXCHANGE 2026, held in collaboration between RCM Bhubaneswar and Fino Controls. The event marked the first-ever Financial Modeling World Cup organized in Eastern India, bringing together students, faculty, and industry professionals under one roof to address a long-standing challenge: the gap between what students learn in classrooms and what industries actually need.
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A First-of-its-Kind Initiative for Odisha
According to Ramanjit Mohanty, Founder and CEO of Fino Controls, the initiative was designed to promote Odisha’s academic and cultural heritage while improving the overall quality of education through unique pedagogical approaches. He emphasized that bridging the industry-academia divide has long been one of education’s biggest challenges — and CAPXCHANGE 2026 was a direct response to that gap.
Students from multiple colleges and universities across Odisha participated, reflecting the event’s reach beyond a single institution.
The Vision Behind RCM Bhubaneswar
Mohanty credited Dr. Pritam Pal, Director of RCM, for a vision centered on pedagogical innovation, additional certifications, and a strong industry presence for students. He noted that RCM’s academic framework has consistently prioritized hands-on learning over purely theoretical instruction — a philosophy that shaped the structure of this event.
From Classroom Learning to Career Readiness
Fino Controls, which has spent five years developing industry-aligned educational programmes, designed CAPXCHANGE’s modules in collaboration with corporate professionals. The goal, as Mohanty explained, is straightforward: what a student studies today should become the foundation for a job opportunity tomorrow.
These programmes span academic disciplines including BCA, MCA, MBA, BBA, and PGDM, with a focus on emerging and in-demand skill areas such as:
- Cybersecurity
- Financial Modelling
- Valuation
- Green Finance
Strong Turnout Reflects Growing Interest
The scale of participation underscored the demand for such initiatives. Approximately 500 to 600 students attended the overall event, while 200 to 300 students competed in the Financial Modelling competition itself — numbers Mohanty described as highly encouraging for a first edition.
Industry Voices Reinforce the Message
A second speaker at the event highlighted how CAPXCHANGE 2026 stood out by welcoming participants from multiple colleges rather than limiting itself to a single institution. The presence of industry experts, combined with structured competitions and modelling exercises, gave students a chance to apply concepts practically rather than just theoretically — fostering healthy competition while sharpening real-world skills.
Preparing Students for an Uncertain Future
Perhaps the most thought-provoking perspective came from a third speaker, who stressed that while theoretical knowledge remains essential and irreplaceable, it isn’t sufficient on its own. Practical problem-solving skills are equally critical, especially as young people face a future shaped by artificial intelligence, climate change, natural disasters, and unpredictable policy environments.
The takeaway was clear: students who combine strong fundamentals with applied, experiential learning will be better equipped to navigate uncertainty and adapt to change.
Conclusion
CAPXCHANGE 2026 reflects a broader shift in Indian higher education — one where institutions like RCM Bhubaneswar and organizations like Fino Controls are working together to make learning more practical, industry-relevant, and future-ready. With strong student participation and a clear focus on real-world skill-building, this initiative sets a meaningful precedent for similar programmes across Eastern India.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
CAPXCHANGE 2026 is an educational initiative held in Eastern India featuring the region’s first Financial Modeling World Cup, organized in collaboration between RCM Bhubaneswar and Fino Controls.
The event was jointly organized by RCM Bhubaneswar, led by Director Dr. Pritam Pal, and Fino Controls, led by Founder and CEO Ramanjit Mohanty.
Around 500 to 600 students attended the overall event, with approximately 200 to 300 students competing in the Financial Modelling competition.
Fino Controls has developed industry-aligned modules for BCA, MCA, MBA, BBA, and PGDM students, with an emphasis on cybersecurity, financial modelling, valuation, and green finance.
Speakers highlighted that theoretical knowledge alone isn’t enough to navigate future uncertainties like AI disruption, climate change, and shifting policy environments — making hands-on, practical skills essential for students.
