Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence

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Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence

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The Convocation Ceremony at the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) is one of the most significant and prestigious events of the academic calendar. It marks the culmination of years of rigorous learning, innovation, and research, as students are formally awarded their degrees and step into their professional and academic journeys. Up to the year 2025, IIT Ropar has successfully conducted a total of 14 convocations.

Held annually, the convocation ceremony celebrates the achievements of graduating students from undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines of science, engineering, and humanities. The event is graced by eminent personalities from academia, industry, and government, along with members of the Board of Governors and Senate. Distinguished guests are often invited to deliver the Convocation Address, inspiring graduates to contribute meaningfully to society and uphold the values of excellence, integrity, and innovation that IIT Ropar stands for.

During the ceremony, medals and awards are also presented to students for outstanding academic performance and research contributions. The event showcases IIT Ropar’s commitment to nurturing talent and promoting cutting-edge research that addresses real-world challenges.

The convocation not only celebrates academic milestones but also reflects the institute’s vision of fostering global leaders, innovators, and responsible citizens who will shape the future with knowledge and compassion.

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1st Convocation, IIT Ropar- February 2, 2013
The First Convocation of the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar was held on February 2, 2013 at the transit campus of the Institute. Dr. Krishnaswamy Kasturirangan, Member, Planning Commission, Govt. of India was the Chief Guest on the occasion.…

2nd Convocation, IIT Ropar- November 30, 2013
The Second Convocation of IIT Ropar was held on November 30, 2013. The Convocation was declared open by Prof. V. S. Ramamurthy, Chairman, Board of Governors of the Institute. This was followed by a report of the Institute by Prof. M.K. Surappa,…

The Third Convocation of IIT Ropar was held on November 15, 2014. The ceremony was declared open by Ms. Lila Poonawalla, Chairperson, BoG. Prof. M.K. Surappa, Director, presented the Institute’s annual report. He introduced the Chief Guest, Prof.…

The fourth Convocation of IIT Ropar was held on November 3, 2015. The ceremony was declared open by Ms. Lila Poonawalla, Chairperson of the Board of Governors. Prof. Das, the Director, introduced the Chief Guest, Dr. T. Ramasami, Former Secretary,…

5th Convocation, IIT Ropar - November 21, 2016
The Fifth Convocation of IIT Ropar was held on November 21, 2016. The Chief Guest was Prof. Ashutosh Sharma, Secretary, Department of Science & Technology, Government of India. Prof. Sharma is a distinguished scientist with expertise in…

6th Convocation, IIT Ropar -  November 28, 2017
The Sixth Annual Convocation of IIT Ropar was held at its permanent campus in November 28, 2017. The Chief Guest was Prof. Ashok Jhunjhunwala, Principal Advisor to the Ministry of Power, New & Renewable Energy, Government of India. Prof. S.K. Das,…

7th Convocation, IIT Ropar- December 04, 2018
IIT Ropar celebrated its 7th Annual Convocation at the permanent campus in December 03, 2018. The Chief Guest was Prof. John H. Lienhard V, Director, Jameel Water and Food Security Lab, MIT, USA. The ceremony was presided over by Prof. S. K. Das,…

8th Convocation, IIT Ropar - November 8, 2019
IIT Ropar held its 8th Convocation Ceremony at the permanent campus. The Chief Guest was Shri A. S. Kiran Kumar, Former Chairman of ISRO. He delivered the convocation address highlighting his contributions to India’s space missions. His notable work…

9th Convocation, IIT Ropar - December 4, 2020
The 9th Annual Convocation of IIT Ropar was conducted virtually on December 4, 2020. The ceremony was pre-recorded and streamed on YouTube due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Chief Guest was Prof. K. VijayRaghavan, Principal Scientific Advisor to the…

10th Convocation, IIT Ropar - December 30, 2021
The Tenth Annual Convocation of Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) was held virtually on Thursday, December 30, 2021. Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, IIT Ropar presented his Annual Report. Sh. S.K.Munjal, Chairman, Hero Enterprise was the…

11th Convocation, IIT Ropar - December 30, 2022
The 11th Annual Convocation of IIT Ropar was held in December 2022. The Chief Guest was Sh. Rajinder Gupta, Founder & Chairman of Trident Group India. The ceremony was attended by faculty, students, parents, and eminent guests. Prof. Rajeev Ahuja,…

12th Convocation, IIT Ropar - April 9, 2024
The Twelfth Annual Convocation of Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (IIT Ropar) was held in the premises of IIT Ropar on Tuesday, April 9th, 2024. Prof. Rajeev Ahuja, Director, IIT Ropar presented his Annual Report and congratulated the faculty,…

13th Convocation, IIT Ropar - July 15, 2024
The Thirteenth Convocation of IIT Ropar was held on July 15, 2024, not July 15, 2023.

Key details of the event include:

Chief Guest: Mr. Sanjiv Mehta, former Chairman/CEO and Managing Director of Hindustan Unilever Limited.
Presiding…

14th Convocation, IIT Ropar - July 16, 2025
Chief Guest: Shrikant Madhav Vaidya (former Chairman of Indian Oil Corporation Ltd.) delivered the convocation address.

Presiding Officer: Rajeev Ahuja, Director of IIT Ropar.

During his address, Vaidya emphasized the importance of India…
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