Bangalore, July 05, 2026: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) hosted its 26th annual convocation today. The ceremony was graced by Chief Guest, Professor Rajat Moona, Director of the Indian Institute of Technology, Gandhinagar; Guest of Honour, Dr.V Veerappan, Cofounder and President, Tessolve Semiconductor & Chairman ELCITA. The ceremony was presided over by the IIIT-Bangalore Governing Body Chairman, Padma Bhushan Mr. Kris Gopalakrishnan in the presence of Dr. Debabrata Das, Director of IIIT-Bangalore.

The ceremony that took place on the serene campus of IIIT-Bangalore saw 316 students graduate from the institute. The students were from various academic programs: 95 graduates from the Integrated Master of Technology, 175 from the Master of Technology, 32 from the Master of Science by Research, and 14 PhD scholars.

This year, one of the students’ from Integrated M.Tech. program has secured a record package of 1.5 crore, with two students securing packages of ₹1.3 crore. Over 22 students have secured annual salary packages exceeding 60 lakhs, 27 students have received packages between 40-60 lakhs, and over 110 students have been offered packages above 20 lakhs per annum. These impressive figures highlight IIIT-B’s commitment to excellence in teaching and research by hard work of students and the high regard in which our graduates are held by top employers.

The Convocation also marked two significant milestones in the Institute’s journey. IIIT-Bangalore celebrated the graduation of its 100th PhD scholar in Computer Science and Engineering, Dr. Vikas, a neurosurgeon from NIMHANS whose work exemplifies the transformative power of interdisciplinary research and underscores the profound convergence of medicine and deep technology. The Institute also crossed the landmark figure of 5,000+ alumni, further strengthening its global community of innovators, researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry leaders.

Congratulating the students on their graduation, Dr. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore, said, “The graduating Class of 2026 has demonstrated exceptional talent, resilience, and a spirit of innovation across academics, research, entrepreneurship, sports, and the arts. Our students have excelled in prestigious national and international competitions, secured top honours in hackathons and programming contests, published impactful research, and contributed to cutting-edge innovations in areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Digital Public Infrastructure, Communication, Semiconductor Design, Healthcare Technologies, and Software Systems etc. As our graduates embark on their next journey, I encourage them to remain curious, embrace lifelong learning, and use technology with purpose and responsibility. The theme of this year’s Convocation, ‘Wings of Excellence,’ reflects our belief that true excellence lies not only in professional success but also in creating a positive impact on society. I am confident that our graduates will continue to make their alma mater and the nation proud.”

The highlights of the ceremony included recognizing outstanding student achievements through a series of prestigious awards and medals. The Institute Gold Medal for M.Tech. was awarded to Singuru Manognya, while Subhajeet Lahiri received the Institute Gold Medal for Integrated M.Tech. The Sir M. Visvesvaraya Scholarship Awards were conferred on Subhajeet Lahiri and Ketaki Srikrishna Tamhanakar. The Mrs Uma & Late Prof. Mahabala Medals for Best Outgoing M.Tech. Students were awarded to Shubh Sanjaykumar Patel and Singuru Manognya. Siddharth Kothari received the Sitaram Jindal Gold Medal and was also honoured with the Late Sri N. Rama Rao Medal for Best Outgoing Student (Male), while Yukta Arvind Rajapur received the corresponding medal for Best Outgoing Student (Female). The Ravi Ravindran Gold Medal for the Best PhD Thesis was awarded to Tushar Vrind. The Institute Medals for contributions to community and professional life were conferred on Sankalp Kothari and Daksh Sharma, respectively. The Late Sri N. Rama Rao Medal for Entrepreneur of the Year was awarded to Anshu Jain, an alumnus of the M.Tech. 2003–05 batch.

IIIT-Bangalore has started India’s first Digital Public Infrastructure (DPI) Division in academia. IIIT-B’s DPI and R&D products are being used in over 40 countries and serving 200 million citizens. Tele-MANAS, the national tele-mental health platform developed by IIIT-B, has crossed 40 lakh calls.

Since its establishment in 1998, IIIT-Bangalore has consistently achieved outstanding placement results, year after year. This success is largely due to the support from the industry and the ever-growing network of talented and accomplished alumni.

Bengaluru, June 04, 2026: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) celebrated World Environment Day with a tree plantation drive at its extended campus on Hosa Road. This event witnessed participation from students, faculty and staff members, reinforcing the institute’s long-standing commitment to ecological conservation.

Aligned to this year’s theme “Inspired by Nature. For Climate. For Our Future.”, the initiative highlighted the significance of collective action in addressing climate challenges and building resilient communities for upcoming generations. The institute recognizes the need to create a greener and more sustainable future through initiatives such as tree plantation drives, maintaining green spaces, and promoting eco-friendly practices across the campus. The green initiatives of IIIT-B are measurable, such as solar generation, wastewater recycling, segregation systems, biodiversity metrics, which gives the institute’s effort more credibility and seriousness.

Speaking on the occasion, Dr. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore said, “Every year we plant trees and put efforts into making our campus greener. More than planting trees, we focus on how they can be sustained in this era of rising temperatures. Every student must take responsibility for the plant they have planted. When we lose a plant, it feels like losing a member of the family.”

Over the years, IIIT-B has consistently worked towards maintaining a green and sustainable campus and has received several recognitions for its environmental initiatives. The institute was honoured with the International Green University Award in 2023, 2024, and 2025 at the NYC Green School Conferences held in New York, USA. IIIT-B also received Electronics City Industrial Township Authority (ELCITA) Gold Award in Sustainability along with awards for Biodiversity Management and Social Welfare & Community Service. ELCITA, adjudged IIIT-Bangalore with Platinum Ranking in a greening competition for campuses in the city. The International Institute of Waste Management (IIWM) also rated the IIIT-Bangalore campus with a Green Rating for the year 2021-22.

As a premier educational institution, IIIT-B not only focuses on academic excellence and technological innovation but also encourages students to understand their role in protecting the environment. Through various green initiatives and awareness activities, the institute inspires students to contribute towards building a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable society.