IIT Roorkee (INDIAN INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY ROORKEE)

Full Name: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee

Institute Type: Institute of National Importance (INI)

Established: 1847

Location: Roorkee – 247667, Uttarakhand, India

Ownership: Government of India (Ministry of Education)

Accreditations: AICTE, UGC, NBA (Program-wise)

Ranking (NIRF 2024): 8th in overall category

🔗 Social Media

• Facebook
• Twitter
• Instagram

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee) stands as one of India’s oldest, most prestigious, and academically rigorous engineering institutes. Established in 1847 as the Thomason College of Civil Engineering, it holds the distinction of being the first technical institution in Asia. In 2001, it was elevated to the status of an IIT, becoming the seventh Indian Institute of Technology in the country under the Government of India.

Legacy of Excellence

With a legacy spanning nearly two centuries, IIT Roorkee has been a leader in engineering, science, and innovation. The institute is known for producing world-class professionals in civil engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, and newer domains like artificial intelligence, data science, and renewable energy.

Its reputation is built on a foundation of:

• Highly competitive admissions
• Cutting-edge research facilities
• World-renowned faculty
• And a commitment to nation-building through technology and education

Admissions & Academic Rigor

Admission to undergraduate programs such as B.Tech and B.Arch is through the JEE Advanced, one of the toughest entrance exams in the world. Only the top rankers from the JEE Main qualify to appear for JEE Advanced — making IIT Roorkee admission one of the most competitive in India.

IIT Roorkee also offers M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, and PhD programs, with entrance exams including GATE, JAM, and CAT. Its academic structure emphasizes not just technical learning, but also entrepreneurship, interdisciplinary research, and real-world application.

World-Class Campus

The IIT Roorkee campus, located in Uttarakhand, beautifully combines colonial-era architecture with state-of-the-art facilities. It houses:

• Advanced research labs and Centers of Excellence
• A high-performance computing center (PARAM Ganga)
• Innovation hubs and tech incubators
• Centers for AI/ML, nanotechnology, disaster management, and water resources

The campus also includes:

• A vast central library
• Smart classrooms
• On-campus hostels
• Sports complexes and student activity centers

Global Collaborations & Start-Up Ecosystem

IIT Roorkee actively partners with top universities, research labs, and industries around the world. Through its TIDES Business Incubator, the institute provides extensive support to startups, innovators, and entrepreneurs, including seed funding, mentorship, and lab access.

Students benefit from:

• Exchange programs
• Internships abroad
• Joint research projects with international institutions

Alumni & Impact

The alumni of IIT Roorkee form a strong, influential global network. Many have gone on to become:

• Top executives in Fortune 500 companies
• Renowned scientists and researchers
• Policy-makers, technocrats, and government officials
• Founders of successful startups

The institute's legacy continues to thrive through the impact of its graduates, both in India and across the globe.

Fields of Excellence

IIT Roorkee is especially well-known for its excellence in:

• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science & Artificial Intelligence
• Architecture & Planning
• Hydrology and Water Resource Engineering
• Disaster Risk Reduction
• Data Science and Machine Learning
• Renewable & Hydro Energy