On its 24th Convocation Ceremony held on July 27, IIT Roorkee marked the occasion showcasing significant achievements and milestones of the institute and its graduates. A total of 2513 students (1931 male and 582 female) received their degrees in various disciplines during the Convocation Ceremony. Also, there is a remarkable increase in the proportion of graduating female students, soaring from 18.84% in 2022 to an impressive 23.16% in 2024, reflecting IIT Roorkee’s steadfast commitment to gender diversity and inclusion.
Debjani Ghosh, President of NASSCOM, was as the Chief Guest of the ceremony presided over by BVR Mohan Reddy, Chairperson of the Board of Governors.
In recognition of academic excellence, Achintya Nath, a B.Tech. graduate in Computer Science and Engineering, earned the prestigious President’s Gold Medal for achieving the highest CGPA among UG students admitted through JEE Advanced. Additionally, Parth Sarthi Mishra, a B.Tech. graduate in Electronics and Communication Engineering, received the Director’s Gold Medal for his outstanding all-round performance among UG students admitted through JEE Advanced.
Presenting the Convocation report, Prof. K.K. Pant, Director of IIT Roorkee, extended heartfelt congratulations to the graduating class and their families. He highlighted the institute’s exceptional year, including securing 148 patents and advancing its QS World Rankings from 369th to 335th. Prof. Pant emphasized the significance of receiving the Most Innovative Institute Award from the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII) for the fourth consecutive year and the Best Clean and Green Campus Award. He noted the strengthened industry-academia collaborations, the inauguration of the Micron Semiconductor Lab, and the establishment of the Centre of Excellence on AARTI with the Ministry of Heavy Industries to advance automotive technology and innovation. Additionally, Prof. Pant reflected on the impactful events hosted throughout the year, such as National Technology Day, the Uttarakhand Plastics Summit, and the Empowering India celebration, which have significantly inspired young innovators, promoted environmental sustainability, showcased student creativity, and fostered industry-academia integration.
In his address, Prof. Pant stated, “My congratulations to the graduating class and their families. IIT Roorkee has a rich legacy in engineering and sciences, and our recent achievements underscore our commitment to innovation and excellence. With record patents, prestigious awards, and advancements in technology and infrastructure, we continue to lead in research and development. Our events throughout the year have substantially impacted society by inspiring young minds, promoting sustainability, and advancing industry-academia collaboration. These milestones reflect our ongoing pursuit of progress and our dedication to the vision of Viksit Bharat 2047.”
Delivering the Convocation address, president NASSCOM said, “We are in an era of profound transformation and disruption, creating unprecedented opportunities and challenges. The decisions you make, the systems you build, and the innovations you create will shape not just the future of technology but the future of humanity. As you leave this esteemed institution, carry with you not just your degree, but a sense of purpose. Be bold in your aspirations, compassionate and ethical in your approach, and relentless in your pursuit of excellence. Enjoy every bit of the journey as you work to change the world. Just ensure that you change it for the better.”
The graduating class include:
Undergraduate students – 1277
- Bachelor of Technology – 1121
- Integrated Master of Science – 68
- Integrated Master of Technology – 61
- Bachelor of Architecture – 22
- Integrated Dual Degree – 5
Postgraduate students – 794
- Master of Technology – 511
- Master of Science – 151
- Master of Business Administration – 82
- Master of Design (Industrial Design) – 15
- Master of Architecture – 15
- Master of Urban and Rural Planning – 13
- Master in innovation Management – 6
- Post Graduate Diploma – 1
Doctor of Philosophy students – 442
- Doctor of Philosophy – 438
- Doctor of Philosophy (Double Doctorate) – 1
- Doctorate of Philosophy (Dual Degree (M.Tech. + Ph.D.) Programme) – 2
- Doctorate of Philosophy (Dual Degree (M.U.R.P. + Ph.D.) Programme) – 1
