IIT Madras announces that it will host the Institute Open House 2026 from January 2 to 4. The three-day event opens the campus to students, researchers, innovators, industry leaders, and the general public who wish to explore the institute’s laboratories, research...
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IIT Madras launches ‘Startups for All’ initiative to expand startup access
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) launches a new initiative titled ‘Startups for All’ aimed at making startup-related information, mentorship, and resources more accessible to students, researchers, and aspiring entrepreneurs across India.This...
IIT Madras launches NIPTA to benchmark employability standards across India
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras launches the National Employability Benchmark Test and Analysis (NIPTA) initiative to evaluate and enhance internship and job readiness among students across India. The project aims to create a standardised employability...
IIT-Madras Pravartak and BodhBridge offer free entrepreneurship training for students
IIT-Madras Pravartak Technologies Foundation, in collaboration with BodhBridge Educational Services, launches a free entrepreneurship training program aimed at nurturing innovative thinking among school and college students. This initiative focuses on building...
IIT Madras collaborates with Vertiv to train students in data centre operations
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) partners with Vertiv, a global provider of critical digital infrastructure, to upskill students in data centre operations and maintenance. This collaboration focuses on equipping students with hands-on knowledge...
IIT Madras joins hands with Guidance Tamil Nadu for state start-up and innovation dashboard
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) signs an agreement with Guidance Tamil Nadu to create a state-level dashboard that will track start-ups and innovation. The platform is designed to provide real-time insights into the state’s growing...
IIT Madras unveils Tamil Nadu dashboard to track start-ups and innovation
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has introduced a new Tamil Nadu start-up and innovation dashboard to strengthen the state’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. The platform is designed to track, monitor, and showcase start-ups, incubators, funding activities,...
IIT Madras expands AI courses for school teachers on SWAYAM platform
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras expands its Artificial Intelligence (AI) courses on the SWAYAM platform, specially designed for K-12 teachers. The initiative aims to help educators integrate AI tools and concepts into their teaching practices.IIT...
IIT Madras leads NIRF 2025 overall rankings; IISc named best university once again
The Ministry of Education announces the NIRF 2025 rankings, and IIT Madras secures the top spot in the overall category for the seventh consecutive year. The Indian Institute of Science (IISc), Bengaluru, continues its dominance by being ranked the best university for...
IIT Madras and FedEx open centre for sustainable AI logistics
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), in collaboration with FedEx, launches a Centre for Sustainable Logistics powered by artificial intelligence. The initiative aims to develop advanced solutions that combine AI, data analytics, and sustainable...
IIT Madras’ School Connect Program to offer 10 online courses, registration for August 2025 batch underway
IIT Madras launches its School Connect Program and offers 10 online certificate courses for students in Classes X, XI, and XII. The programs run for eight weeks, combining recorded lectures, live sessions, assignments, and project work. Registration for the August...
IIT Madras launches certification programme in Applied AI and Machine Learning
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras), in collaboration with IBM and ed-tech platform Emeritus, has introduced an Advanced Certification Programme in Applied Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. This 11-month programme is designed to bridge...
IIT Madras opens admissions for the second batch of BTech in AI and Data Analytics
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) announces admissions for the second batch of its BTech programme in Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Data Analytics for the academic year 2025–2026. This undergraduate course is offered through the Wadhwani School...
IIT Madras offers free SWAYAM Plus AI courses for UG, PG students, and professionals
IIT Madras is offering free artificial intelligence (AI) courses through the SWAYAM Plus platform for undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as working professionals. These courses are open to learners from various backgrounds who want to upgrade their...
IIT Madras’ Pravartak Technologies & Coding Ninjas launch full-stack web development program
IIT Madras’ Pravartak Technologies Foundation, in collaboration with Coding Ninjas, has launched a professional certificate program in Full-Stack Web Development. This initiative aims to upskill working professionals and graduates, equipping them with essential...
IIT Madras launches ‘Science Olympiad Excellence’ (ScOpE) initiative for direct UG admissions
The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) introduces the Science Olympiad Excellence (ScOpE) initiative, allowing students who have excelled in national and international Olympiads to gain direct admission to undergraduate programs without requiring JEE...