IIT Madras (Indian Institute of Technology, Madras)

The Institute strongly believes that talent and good ideas can come from anywhere and has a remarkably diverse community, drawing students from across all Indian states and from various countries. Intensely curious and driven to explore, the student ensely curious and driven to explore, the student community of IIT Madras value rigorous analytical thinking, ingenuity, hands-on problem solving, and big new ideas. The departments and centres of the Institute are responsible for the academic activities which include Teaching, Research and Industrial Consultancy. The courses of study are organized as semester programs and each semester provides for a minimum of seventy instructional days. The medium of instruction is English. Students are evaluated on a continuous basis throughout the semester. Evaluation is done by the faculty, a consequence of the autonomous status granted to the Institute. Research work is evaluated on the basis of the review thesis by peer examiners both from within the country and abroad. Ordinances in respect of the academic program of study are prepared by the senate, the highest academic body within the Institute. The rigors of academic study at each level are balanced with a number of other related activities which include co-curricular activities. Special lectures on varied topics of academic relevance are held under the Extra Mural Lecture series. A number of conferences, symposia and workshops are organized by the faculty which attract participation from scholars all over the world. The Institute maintains academic relationships with several other educational institutes in the world through faculty exchange programs. The Institute has signed Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) with several universities abroad, resulting in co-operative projects and assignments for mutual benefit. The faculty of the Institute have distinguished themselves through awards for academic activity from national as well as international organizations. IIT Madras has set a fine example of interaction with the industry in the country, through consultancy services offered by the faculty. Innovative ideas are put to practice in many projects sponsored by other institutions in India. IIT Madras is a vibrant residential campus that allows students to flourish both personally and professionally. Campus life at IIT Madras is not just about classrooms, libraries and labs. There are several opportunities for students to pursue their favorite activities, refine their skills and discover new talents and interests. The campus is a constant buzz of varied activities and events - academic, co-curricular and extracurricular.