IIT Bombay’s Spoken Tutorial pedagogy has been approved as an IEEE global standard, making it India’s first edtech model to achieve such global recognition. It is helping students from tier-2 and tier-3 cities overcome traditional hiring barriers through digital skill assessments in local languages.
This bold move supports inclusive, skills-first hiring and strengthens IIT Bombay’s mission to create opportunities nationwide.
This initiative stands as a powerful example of IIT Bombay’s commitment to democratizing access and empowering young talent across India. By breaking down barriers and creating pathways for students beyond urban centres, the Institute is driving a more inclusive future. Through innovations like Spoken Tutorial, IIT Bombay continues to shape a workforce that is diverse, skilled, and ready to lead.
WiSE (Women in Science & Engineering from Rural Parts of India), an IIT Bombay initiative launched in 2023 by Prof. Rajesh Zele, aims to encourage 10th-grade girls from rural areas to pursue STEM, addressing the gender gap in higher education.
The 2025 edition welcomed 200 girls from 68 rural schools across Maharashtra and Karnataka, along with 25 women teachers. Supported by over 70 volunteers and funded by the IEEE Circuits and Systems Society and IIT Bombay, this year’s programme showcased the power of collective effort and mentorship.
Each day began with inspiring talks by accomplished women, the “Winspirers,” including:
Major Mohini Kulkarni
Dr. Ratna Raje
Aparna Popat
Kalyani Deopujari
Judge Laxmi Rao
Dr. Dhanshree Lele
Geeta Tandon
Varsha Parchure
Aabha Chaubal
Dr. Jahanvi Kedare
Rutaja Kedare
Afternoons featured hands-on BMP (Break-Make-Program) sessions using aiCAS Lab kits, where participants built electronic circuits, FM radios, sensor systems, and Crab Rover robots. Additional demonstrations included bacterial art, robotic arms, and AUVs developed at IIT Bombay.
At the closing Thanksgiving event, the girls showcased vibrant performances. Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay, IEEE Board Member Dr. Rajiv Joshi, and Prof. Zele addressed and inspired attendees. Commissioner T. Gopalakrishna (JNV) and Mr. Ravi Lad (EMRS) were also felicitated during the event.
By nurturing curiosity and confidence, IIT Bombay’s WiSE initiative is shaping a future where more young women from rural India step boldly into science and engineering, ready to innovate and lead.
Graduates of India’s first and only joint Executive MBA degree programme, offered by IIT Bombay and Washington University in St. Louis (WashU), came together in St. Louis, USA, for their convocation. In a glittering ceremony, 45 graduates received their EMBA degrees. Designed for working professionals and entrepreneurs, the EMBA programme equips leaders to navigate change and drive strategic transformation in a rapidly evolving world.
Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay, and Prof. Ravindra Gudi, Dean ACR, attended the convocation ceremony and wished the newest cohort of EMBA graduates the very best for the future.
Prof. Kedare and Prof. Gudi also met with Dean Michael Mazzeo and the leadership team at WashU, and explored impactful collaborations and future opportunities, reinforcing the shared commitment of both world-class institutions to advance research, innovation, and academic exchange.
The visit also included a special evening marking the last teaching day of the EMBA Batch, graciously hosted by Dean Mazzeo at his home. Prof. Kedare, Prof. Gudi, Prof. Dinesh Sharma, Prof. Markus Baer, and Prof. Anjan Thakor joined in celebrating this important milestone with the graduating class. The gathering was filled with warmth, reflection, and inspiration, setting the stage for an exciting new chapter as the cohort approached graduation.
This pioneering partnership between IIT Bombay and WashU reflects the Institute’s commitment to fostering global academic collaborations that empower professionals to lead with vision and agility.
In a significant step towards strengthening India’s self-reliance in aerial systems, the Technology Innovation Hub (TIH) Foundation at IIT Bombay has made a strategic investment in Airbots Aerospace—an emerging leader in agri-drone and unmanned aerial systems. This partnership combines IIT Bombay’s cutting-edge research capabilities with Airbots’ entrepreneurial drive to advance AI-powered drone platforms and integrated solutions across agriculture, infrastructure, and defense.
With multiple patents, DGCA certification, and a growing portfolio of precision agriculture contracts, Airbots is well-positioned to scale. Backed by IIT Bombay’s support, the startup is poised to transform India’s drone ecosystem by delivering smart, scalable, and proudly indigenous technology solutions.
This collaboration highlights IIT Bombay’s pivotal role in translating deep tech research into industry-ready solutions and shaping the future of homegrown innovation in India’s strategic technology sectors.
IIT Bombay is at the forefront of India’s ambitious effort to decarbonise the cement industry. As one of five national Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) testbeds announced by the Department of Science and Technology (DST), the Institute is partnering with Dalmia Cement to develop a catalyst-driven CO₂ capture process, installed directly at a cement plant. This initiative is part of a pioneering Public-Private Partnership model aimed at deploying real-world, scalable solutions in hard-to-abate sectors.
The testbed reflects IIT Bombay’s strength in translational research and its commitment to solving climate challenges through science and engineering. This work not only strengthens India’s path to net-zero by 2070 but also reinforces the role of academia in driving clean industrial transformation.
This initiative exemplifies how IIT Bombay continues to lead from the front, turning high-impact research into practical, scalable climate solutions. As the world races toward decarbonisation, the Institute’s role in this national effort underscores its ongoing commitment to engineering a more sustainable future.
Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay, was recently featured in extensive interviews with The Week and India Today, where he shared his vision for the Institute’s future and its role in nation-building. From advancing research and fostering innovation to empowering students and strengthening global collaborations, Prof. Kedare outlined how IIT Bombay continues to shape India’s scientific and technological landscape.
These in-depth conversations reaffirm IIT Bombay’s position as a national leader in education, research, and innovation. Under Prof. Kedare’s vision, the Institute continues to shape bold ideas into real-world impact, inspiring the next generation to drive India’s growth on the global stage.
IIT Bombay is pleased to announce a new global partnership with the Grainger College of Engineering at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, one of the world’s foremost engineering institutions.
This collaboration brings together leading expertise in engineering and computing to drive innovation, cutting-edge research, and educational excellence. Together, IIT Bombay and The Grainger College of Engineering are committed to empowering the next generation of engineers, leaders, and entrepreneurs to shape a better future locally and globally.
IIT Bombay and The Grainger College of Engineering look forward to advancing breakthrough research, fostering cross-cultural academic exchange, and inspiring the next generation of global innovators.
IIT Bombay has once again reaffirmed its status as the country’s most preferred institute among JEE Advanced toppers in 2025. The first round of JoSAA seat allotment data showcases this overwhelming preference, especially from the highest-ranking candidates.
Key highlights:
78 of the top 100 rankers chose IIT Bombay.
9 out of the top 10 rankers opted for IIT Bombay; one selected MIT.
185 of the top 500 and 258 of the top 1,000 rankers were allotted seats at IIT Bombay.
IT Bombay’s enduring appeal reflects not just academic rigor but a holistic environment that inspires innovation, entrepreneurship, and global leadership. By continually attracting the nation’s brightest young minds, the Institute solidifies its legacy as a powerhouse shaping India’s future.
IIT Bombay continues to invest in infrastructure that not only meets the growing needs of its academic community but also reflects the Institute’s vision for a more connected, inclusive, and future-ready campus.
Efficiency Apartments
The Institute recently celebrated the ground-breaking of its new Efficiency Apartments project—an ambitious housing initiative designed to support both faculty and research scholars. Once completed, the development will offer 120 two-bedroom flats for faculty members (Wing A) and 309 single-room units for married research scholars (Wing B), with a total built-up area of 46,700 square metres. Located behind the QIP Quarters, near the Udaygiri Building on Hillside, this project was envisioned by the Dean IPS office and is a step towards enhancing residential facilities for IIT Bombay’s vibrant academic community.
The ground-breaking ceremony was attended by:
Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay
Prof. Milind Atrey, Deputy Director (Academics, Research and Translation)
Prof. K.V. Krishna Rao, Deputy Director (Finance, Infrastructure and Administration)
Prof. S. Sudarshan, former Deputy Director
Prof. P. Vedagiri, Dean (Infrastructure Planning and Support)
…and several other senior faculty and staff
New Recruitment & Promotion Unit Office
In another infrastructure milestone, IIT Bombay inaugurated the newly renovated office of its Recruitment & Promotion Unit. The new space is expected to streamline and strengthen institutional processes related to faculty and staff hiring and career advancement.
The inauguration was led by Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay. Other dignitaries who joined him include:
Prof. K.V. Krishna Rao, Deputy Director (Finance, Infrastructure and Administration)
Prof. Milind Atrey, Deputy Director (Academics, Research and Translation)
Prof. Nand Kishore, Dean (Administrative Affairs)
Prof. Suryanarayana Doolla, Dean (Student Affairs)
Prof. P. Vedagiri, Dean (Infrastructure Planning and Support)
Prof. Usha Ananthakumar, Dean (Educational Outreach)
Prof. Neela Nataraj, Dean (Faculty Affairs)
Mr. Ganesh Bhorkade, Registrar
Together, these developments reflect IIT Bombay’s proactive approach to enabling excellence, whether through improved living spaces that nurture community life or administrative upgrades that empower institutional agility. As the campus grows in complexity and ambition, these thoughtful additions are a reminder that world-class research and teaching begin with a strong, supportive foundation.
