Prof. Sarma has obtained his PhD and MBA (Technology Management) from IIT Delhi. Before joining, he was associated with IIM Raipur. He comes with a rich Industry, teaching, administrative and Project experience and was previously Professor In-charge of Administration & CAO, Professor In-charge of Infrastructure & Facilities, Chair of PGP, PGPWE, Executive Education Programs, Student Affairs, First Appellate Authority (RTI 2005).