School of Management Sciences (SMS) Varanasi is a distinguished institution that blends the essence of a modern business school with the rich academic traditions of the past. Established in 1995 in the sacred city of Varanasi (Kashi), the institute emerged at a pivotal time during India's economic liberalization. As one of the first self-financed institutions of its kind, SMS Varanasi received a warm and enthusiastic reception, setting a benchmark in management education.