Long before Indian CEOs led Fortune 500 companies, Scott Adams' Dilbert introduced America to the IIT engineer through Asok. This polite intern became a cultural archetype that normalized Indian technical brilliance in corporate satire.
IITs propose a two-year leadership training programme for high-performing faculty, aiming to prepare 300-350 candidates for future director roles. IIT Bombay to lead, with potential IIM support.
IIT Tirupati's 2024 placement season shows major improvement with 83.82% BTech placement rate. CSE leads with 91.3% and highest package of Rs 41.64 LPA. Compare 2023 vs 2024 data here.
IIT Kanpur's students and staff showcased stellar performances at the 58th Inter IIT Students' & 30th Staff Sports Meet, securing 5th and 4th overall. Read about the gold medals and new records set!
Aditya, a 21-year-old IIT Ropar student, died after collapsing during a workout. Suspected brain haemorrhage. The incident raises campus safety concerns. Read more.
The inaugural Pan-IIT Wellbeing Summit kicks off in Guwahati for three days, aiming to foster collaboration and share best practices to address campus community wellness across all IITs. Read more about this groundbreaking initiative.
IIT Council identifies outdated specialisations & scarce internships as key reasons for falling MTech admissions. A 12-month reform plan, including a dual-track model, has been approved. Read more.
IIT Patna Director T N Singh highlights the crucial role of civil engineers in building resilient infrastructure. A 12-day training program for 60 RWD engineers aims to enhance rural development.
India's new PM Research Chair scheme aims to reverse brain drain, bringing 120 top Indian-origin scientists to IITs over 5 years, focusing on AI, semiconductors & clean energy. A strategic boost for research.
The IIT Council recommends a shift to adaptive testing for JEE Advanced to better assess students and reduce exam pressure. An expert committee will evaluate the proposal. Read more.
IIT Council recommends a pilot for an adaptive JEE Advanced exam to better assess aptitude and reduce student stress. The move aims to curb coaching industry influence and includes plans for mental health posts.
IIT-BHU students Arkya Jyoti Ghosh & Supratim Mahapatra won 1st prize at RISE@IITs 2026 for their handheld micro-imaging device. Discover how this innovation impacts healthcare and education.
Nehal Aggarwal, a first-year Mechanical Engineering student at IIT Guwahati, shares her transformative journey from intense JEE preparation to discovering a world of opportunities beyond academics. Discover how life on the 700-acre campus reshaped her def
IIT Hyderabad's third Innovation Day saw 1000+ participants. It launched RISE 2026, a national UG innovation meet with a ₹15 lakh prize pool, spotlighting India's future tech talent. Read more.
IIT Kanpur secures overall second position at Inter IIT Tech Meet 14.0 in Patna, winning multiple problem statements. Read about their remarkable comeback and achievements.
IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay have commenced applications for their MBA programmes for the 2026-2028 batch. CAT 2025 qualifiers can apply. Check deadlines, fees, and eligibility details here.
Edward Nathan Varghese, a final-year CSE student at IIT Hyderabad, secures a historic ₹2.5 crore placement with Optiver, Netherlands. Discover his journey and the secrets behind this record-breaking offer.
An IIT Hyderabad student has set a new campus record by securing a job offer of Rs 2.5 crore per annum. This is the highest salary package in the institute's history. Read more!
Edward Nathan Varghese, a CSE student at IIT Hyderabad, secures a historic Rs 2.5 crore placement with Optiver. Discover his journey and how this marks a landmark season for the institute.
IIT Delhi's 2000 batch pledges over Rs 70 crore at Silver Jubilee reunion, the highest ever from a single batch. Funds to boost academic programs, research, and scholarships.
Edward Nathan Varghese, a CSE student at IIT Hyderabad, secures a historic Rs 2.5 crore placement with Optiver. Discover how he turned an internship into a pre-placement offer and how the institute's average package soared by 75%.
IIT Kanpur sets up a 3-member committee to investigate the alleged suicide of a BTech student. The family claims he was being threatened. Read the latest updates on the case.
Students from AV Vidyamandir Senior Secondary School in Cheeka complete IIT's online foundational course, gaining a crucial edge for JEE preparation. Discover their journey.
IIT Delhi's 2025-26 placement season shines with 1,275 offers, a 33% PPO surge, and global roles. Top firms like Google, Amazon recruit heavily. Read the full report.
A final-year BTech student at IIT Kanpur died by suicide in his hostel room. The incident was discovered after his family raised an alarm. Read the full details.
A student at IIT Kanpur was found dead in his hostel room on December 29, 2025. Police recovered a note saying 'Sorry Everyone'. Read the full report on this tragic incident.
A final-year B.Tech student at IIT Kanpur died by suicide in his hostel room. Police recovered a note from the scene. Details inside.
The 2000 graduating batch of IIT Kanpur pledges a historic Rs 100 crore to their alma mater, marking the largest single-batch commitment in the institute's history. Discover how this will fuel innovation.
IIT Delhi's 2025-26 placement season sees 1,275 offers. Over 1,140 students placed with top firms like Google, Microsoft. Also, meet AILA, the AI lab assistant.
IIT Kanpur successfully hosted the Inter-IIT Cultural Meet 8.0 with 23 IITs. The 5-day festival featured competitions, performances by Dr. Soma Ghosh, and a grand Pro-Nite. Read more!