The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras has successfully conducted its 2025 convocation ceremony, where more than 3,000 students received degrees in various disciplines. The event marked a significant academic and emotional milestone for students, families, and faculty, as the institute celebrated the achievements of its graduates and reaffirmed its commitment to excellence in technology, innovation, and leadership.
This convocation served not only as a moment of personal pride for the students but also as a symbol of the institute's role in shaping India's future through world-class education and research.
Degrees Awarded Across Disciplines
A total of over 3,000 degrees were conferred across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, including:
- Bachelor of Technology (BTech)
- Dual Degree (BTech + MTech)
- Master of Technology (MTech)
- Master of Science (MSc)
- Master of Arts (MA in Development Studies)
- PhD in engineering, science, and humanities
Each graduating student had fulfilled rigorous academic, project, and research requirements. The ceremony celebrated not only academic results but also innovation, creativity, and resilience, particularly among students who studied through the pandemic and hybrid learning models in recent years.
Major Awards and Honors Presented
Several meritorious students were recognized with prestigious institutional awards, including:
- President of India Prize, awarded to the top-ranking BTech graduate across all disciplines. This year, the honor was received by Anirudh BS.
- Bharat Ratna M Visvesvaraya Memorial Prize, awarded for academic excellence in engineering.
- Institute Merit Prizes, given to the top-ranking students in various departments.
- Governor’s Prize and Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Prize, awarded for exemplary leadership, character, and contribution to campus life.
These awards are among the highest recognitions given by the institute, honoring students who have demonstrated exceptional academic achievement and leadership potential.
Leadership Speeches and Messages of Inspiration
During the ceremony, the Director of IIT Madras addressed the graduates with a message emphasizing resilience, integrity, and innovation. He acknowledged the challenging times that students have faced due to disruptions in global education and encouraged them to use their knowledge for building sustainable and inclusive solutions.
Guest speakers from academia, industry, and government also shared insights about India’s evolving role in technology and global development. They encouraged graduates to take bold steps in entrepreneurship, research, public service, and ethical leadership.
Emphasis on Research, Startups, and Social Impact
The 2025 convocation highlighted the growing impact of IIT Madras beyond the classroom. Many graduating students contributed to cutting-edge research, industry-sponsored projects, and national missions in areas such as:
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science
- Renewable Energy and Climate Technology
- Healthcare Innovation
- Smart Infrastructure and Transportation
- Rural Development and Social Impact Projects
Several students from the graduating batch are also part of the IIT Madras Incubation Cell, working on startup ideas ranging from clean tech and edtech to biotech and deep tech solutions.
Placement and Higher Education Outcomes
The institute reported strong outcomes for the graduating batch in terms of placements and global opportunities:
- Many BTech and Dual Degree graduates secured positions in top global companies across sectors, including technology, finance, consulting, and R&D.
- A significant number of PhD graduates are heading into post-doctoral research or faculty positions at international universities.
- Several students have also received admission offers from Ivy League and top-ranked global institutions for master's and PhD programs.
Looking Ahead
As IIT Madras continues to expand its global collaborations, interdisciplinary research, and entrepreneurial initiatives, the 2025 convocation stands as a proud reflection of its vision: to create leaders and innovators who contribute meaningfully to society.
For the graduates, this day marked not just the end of a chapter but the beginning of a lifelong journey of learning, exploration, and impact.
Institutions, industries, and policymakers across the world continue to look toward IIT Madras for talent, thought leadership, and cutting-edge innovation — a responsibility the graduating batch now carries forward.
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