Guwahati: A total of 2093 of Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati received their degrees in various disciplines today during the 27th Convocation Ceremony.
The event marked the graduation of 22 students from the inaugural B.Tech. batch of the Mehta School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
Dr. Rajendra Singh, D. Houser Banks Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Clemson University attended the event, alongside J. D. Patil, President, Indian National Academy of Engineering. Dr. S. K. Srivastava, Acting Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT Guwahati, presided over the event while Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati, presented the Convocation report.
Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati, said, “On the national and global front, IIT Guwahati has retained the 7 th position among the best engineering institutions of the country, 9 th position in ‘Overall’ and 10 th position in ‘Research’ categories in the ‘India Rankings 2024’ declared by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). In QS Rankings 2026, the Institute has secured 42 nd rank globally in the Research Citations per Faculty category and 334 th position in the World University Rankings 2026.”
He further said, “With the aim of strengthening and expanding the educational and research landscape, the Institute has signed more than 17 Memorandum of Understanding in research, education, innovation, and societal impact. Additionally, in its effort to take research ‘from lab to life,’ the Institute successfully completed five technology transfers during the reporting year.
Aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, IIT Guwahati is set to launch a new hybrid M.Tech. programme in Flood and Water Resources Management starting August 2025.”
Delivering the Convocation address, Dr. Rajendra Singh, congratulated the graduating class and said, “Your parents have shaped you into a distinct diamond, and your teachers have polished you to shine. As you step into the real world, ask yourself, ‘how will your work impact the masses?’ India has given a new perspective to the world across sectors and is poised for greater growth. With world-leading digital infrastructure and unmatched potential, it is your responsibility to contribute to building a Viksit Bharat.”
He further said, “Each one of you has some unique ability which no one else has. For personal and professional growth, it is important for you to identify this strength. Think critically, solve problems methodically and communicate complex ideas effectively. Stay curious, be open to learning from failure and stay driven by a desire to make a difference in the world. Bharat was great in past centuries, and I am confident that your collective contributions will make Bharat great again in this century.”
J. D. Patil said, “For the graduating class, today is the day when you start applying your academic learning in the real world. Institutes like IIT Guwahati contribute to grooming talent capable of leading the country toward the collective goal of Viksit Bharat. What makes one succeed and sustain growth is the ability to start doing things a little differently. Engineers have key roles in technological developments of the nation, be it for national security, or any other stream of progress. As you move ahead, always seek opportunities to contribute more, not just through your work, but through leadership, innovation and service to the nation.”
The event marked the graduation of 22 students from the inaugural B.Tech. batch of the Mehta School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.
Dr. Rajendra Singh, D. Houser Banks Professor of Electrical and Computer Engineering, Clemson University attended the event, alongside J. D. Patil, President, Indian National Academy of Engineering. Dr. S. K. Srivastava, Acting Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT Guwahati, presided over the event while Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati, presented the Convocation report.
Prof. Devendra Jalihal, Director, IIT Guwahati, said, “On the national and global front, IIT Guwahati has retained the 7 th position among the best engineering institutions of the country, 9 th position in ‘Overall’ and 10 th position in ‘Research’ categories in the ‘India Rankings 2024’ declared by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF). In QS Rankings 2026, the Institute has secured 42 nd rank globally in the Research Citations per Faculty category and 334 th position in the World University Rankings 2026.”
He further said, “With the aim of strengthening and expanding the educational and research landscape, the Institute has signed more than 17 Memorandum of Understanding in research, education, innovation, and societal impact. Additionally, in its effort to take research ‘from lab to life,’ the Institute successfully completed five technology transfers during the reporting year.
Aligned with the National Education Policy 2020, IIT Guwahati is set to launch a new hybrid M.Tech. programme in Flood and Water Resources Management starting August 2025.”
Delivering the Convocation address, Dr. Rajendra Singh, congratulated the graduating class and said, “Your parents have shaped you into a distinct diamond, and your teachers have polished you to shine. As you step into the real world, ask yourself, ‘how will your work impact the masses?’ India has given a new perspective to the world across sectors and is poised for greater growth. With world-leading digital infrastructure and unmatched potential, it is your responsibility to contribute to building a Viksit Bharat.”
He further said, “Each one of you has some unique ability which no one else has. For personal and professional growth, it is important for you to identify this strength. Think critically, solve problems methodically and communicate complex ideas effectively. Stay curious, be open to learning from failure and stay driven by a desire to make a difference in the world. Bharat was great in past centuries, and I am confident that your collective contributions will make Bharat great again in this century.”
J. D. Patil said, “For the graduating class, today is the day when you start applying your academic learning in the real world. Institutes like IIT Guwahati contribute to grooming talent capable of leading the country toward the collective goal of Viksit Bharat. What makes one succeed and sustain growth is the ability to start doing things a little differently. Engineers have key roles in technological developments of the nation, be it for national security, or any other stream of progress. As you move ahead, always seek opportunities to contribute more, not just through your work, but through leadership, innovation and service to the nation.”
