The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Guwahati marked a significant milestone with its 28th Convocation Ceremony, conferring 2,265 degrees across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, and research programmes. The ceremony celebrated the achievements of one of the institute’s largest graduating batches while recognising outstanding academic performers and reaffirming IIT Guwahati’s commitment to innovation, research, and global academic excellence.
The highlight of the event was the President of India Gold Medal, awarded to Saptarshi Mukherjee, a B.Tech student in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, for securing the highest cumulative academic performance among the undergraduate graduating class.
Convocation at a Glance
The graduating class represented a broad spectrum of disciplines, reflecting IIT Guwahati’s multidisciplinary academic ecosystem.
Degrees Awarded
- 932 Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech)
- 50 Bachelor of Design (B.Des)
- 556 Master of Technology (M.Tech)
- 60 Master of Design (M.Des)
- 170 Master of Science (M.Sc)
- 44 Master of Arts (M.A)
- 27 Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- 14 MS (Research)
- 412 PhD and Dual (Master’s + PhD) scholars
In total, 2,265 students graduated during the ceremony.
President of India Gold Medal Goes to Saptarshi Mukherjee
The institute’s highest undergraduate academic honour—the President of India Gold Medal—was conferred on Saptarshi Mukherjee for achieving the highest Cumulative Performance Index (CPI) among all undergraduate students.
Currently a B.Tech graduate in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Mukherjee’s achievement reflects the growing prominence of AI-focused programmes within India’s premier engineering institutions.
Celebrating Academic Excellence
Alongside the President of India Gold Medal, IIT Guwahati honoured several students with prestigious institutional medals recognising exceptional academic performance, leadership, and overall contribution to campus life.
These awards continue IIT Guwahati’s long-standing tradition of encouraging excellence in academics, research, innovation, and holistic development.
Research Continues to Drive IIT Guwahati’s Growth
The convocation also highlighted the institute’s expanding research ecosystem.
Research Highlights
- Around 290 active research and consultancy projects are currently underway.
- These projects collectively represent an estimated value of ₹300 crore.
- Research spans advanced areas including:
- Artificial Intelligence
- Robotics
- Healthcare Technologies
- Sustainable Engineering
- Advanced Materials
- Emerging Digital Technologies
The figures underline IIT Guwahati’s growing contribution to India’s research and innovation landscape.
Expanding AI and Technology Education
Reflecting rapid technological advancements, IIT Guwahati has continued to strengthen its academic offerings.
Recent initiatives include:
- Launch of a new M.Tech in Robotics and Artificial Intelligence.
- Expansion of interdisciplinary programmes.
- Greater focus on industry-oriented research.
- Increased collaboration between engineering, computing, and emerging technologies.
These initiatives align with India’s broader emphasis on Artificial Intelligence, automation, semiconductor technologies, and digital transformation.
Strengthening Global Academic Partnerships
The institute is also broadening its international footprint through strategic collaborations.
Recent partnerships include academic and research collaborations with institutions in:
- Japan
- United Kingdom
These collaborations focus on:
- Student exchange programmes
- Joint research initiatives
- Artificial Intelligence
- Healthcare innovation
- Faculty mobility
- Advanced technology development
International engagement is expected to provide students and researchers with greater exposure to global best practices.
IIT Guwahati’s Growing Legacy
Established over three decades ago, IIT Guwahati has emerged as one of India’s leading engineering and research institutions.
Institutional Achievements
- More than 26,790 graduates have completed their education since the institute’s establishment.
- Strong emphasis on multidisciplinary education.
- Rapid growth in research output.
- Increasing industry collaborations.
- Expanding innovation and entrepreneurship ecosystem.
These milestones reinforce IIT Guwahati’s position among India’s top institutions for science, engineering, design, and technology education.
Why This Convocation Matters
The 28th Convocation reflects several broader trends in Indian higher education:
- Rising importance of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science programmes.
- Increased investment in research and innovation.
- Greater emphasis on global academic partnerships.
- Strong recognition of academic excellence through national awards.
- Continued expansion of multidisciplinary learning aligned with the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020.
As India’s knowledge economy grows, institutions like IIT Guwahati are playing an increasingly important role in producing highly skilled engineers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and innovators.
