Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

Overview

The Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IITR) is a prestigious public technical university located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. Established in 1847, it is the oldest engineering institution in India, originally founded to train engineers for the Ganges Canal project. The institute was designated as an Indian Institute of Technology in 2001, recognizing its status as an "Institution of National Importance."

IITR offers a wide range of academic programs through 21 departments and centers, serving approximately 4,500 students. The institute provides undergraduate, dual-degree, and postgraduate courses, as well as doctoral research programs across various disciplines. Known for its strong emphasis on engineering, technology, and management studies, it consistently ranks highly in national and international assessments for research and innovation.

Basic Information

Contact Details

• Phone: +91 13322 85311
• Website: iitr.ac.in
• LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/indian-institute-of-technology-roorkee

Key Focus Areas & Initiatives

• technical university
• engineering education
• research and innovation
• sustainable development
• academic programs
• stem fields
• entrepreneurship
• industry collaboration
• artificial intelligence
• renewable energy
• biotechnology
• urban planning
• management studies
• community engagement
• smart village technologies
• technology transfer
• interdisciplinary research
• environmental stewardship
• student diversity
• global partnerships
• academic excellence
• cutting-edge research
• startup incubation
• advanced software tools
• societal impact
• competitive admissions
• historical significance
• national importance
• technological advancement
• quality education
• intellectual growth
• innovation ecosystem
• faculty excellence
• student achievements
• research and development
• sustainable technologies
• energy
• superheavy element discovery
• scientific research
• environmental sustainability
• technological innovation
• civil engineering
• doctoral research
• services
• water treatment technologies
• water management models
• green energy startups
• education
• energy storage
• risk management
• consulting
• publications
• patent licensing
• environmental services
• water resources management
• research centers
• fossil discovery
• water and energy research
• research awards
• patents filed
• innovative technologies
• government
• international partnerships
• earthquake early warning
• eco-friendly packaging
• plastic degradation enzymes
• colleges, universities, and professional schools
• industry-academia collaboration
• life sciences
• ai for ancient scripts
• b2b
• higher education
• sustainable water solutions
• biomass torrefaction
• healthcare
• non-profit
• energy & utilities
• sustainability
• renewables & environment
• information technology & services
• clean energy & technology
• research & development
• oil & energy
• education management
• health care
• health, wellness & fitness
• hospital & health care
• nonprofit organization management

Technologies Used

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• Apache
• Bootstrap Framework
• Cedexis Radar
• Facebook Custom Audiences
• Facebook Login (Connect)
• Facebook Widget
• GitHub Hosting
• Gmail
• Google AdSense
• Google AdWords Conversion
• Google Analytics
• Google Apps
• Google Font API
• Google Maps
• Google Tag Manager
• Microsoft Office 365
• Mobile Friendly
• Nginx
• OpenSSL
• Outlook
• React Redux
• SAP
• Sendgrid
• Ubuntu
• Vimeo
• WordPress.org
• YouTube

Affiliated Organizations & Regional Branches

• Government of India Official