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Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. URL https://www.youtube.com/live/X2YbA3JpCMo?si=ZWpucPleygWGKzg8 Player html for embedded player to stream video content https://www.youtube.com/live/X2YbA3JpCMo?si=ZWpucPleygWGKzg8 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 10th Convocation, IIT Ropar - December 30, 2021 Description An account of the resource 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 Chief Guest and Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Chairman Board of Governors, IIT Ropar presided over the function. 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Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 11th Convocation, IIT Ropar - December 30, 2022 Description An account of the resource 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, Director, presented the Annual Report and congratulated all stakeholders. A total of 564 students graduated from various academic programmes. The President’s Gold Medal and Director’s Gold Medal were awarded to Hansin Kishore Ahuja (CSE). In his convocation address, Sh. Rajinder Gupta emphasized the need for knowledge-driven leadership. He spoke about leveraging data and analytics to create actionable insights for industries. He encouraged graduates to contribute to India’s growth through innovation and intelligence-based solutions. Dr. K. Radhakrishnan, Chairman, BoG, also addressed the gathering. He reiterated that academic excellence and research innovation are the pillars of IIT Ropar. 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Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 12th Convocation, IIT Ropar - April 9, 2024 Description An account of the resource 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, staff and students. The degrees were offered in the presence of faculty, staff, students, parents and eminent personalities. The Director thanked the Chief Guest, Dr. Pawan Goenka, Chairman, Indian National Pace Promotion and Authorization Centre (IN-SPACe), Department of Space., Govt. of India, Chairman SCALE, DPIIT, MoCI, Former MD & CEO Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd. and Mr. Adil Siraj Zainulbhai, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT Ropar for their time and presence during the convocation. http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/fdbd2e7e26f43372b7f17bf15530bfc0.jpg db4f0ec3479b9e59b8cecd176cab5e14 http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/09817676721136856ae5f7e35feb193e.jpg 6fe0fb09547b4e21878075ffdbe2e62c http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/b482bfa033a756d2f8613712abbc184b.jpg 52c38a9653789e2dcd5fa0a1a3fe7b6a http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/37f55f36d0d5a709556db225c2767284.jpg b0968313d19b8d86d6f12ff6ae51626f http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/ecb04e84260dfbb1ead6465cc82c29e2.jpg a36b3a0cb9d7ccb917468ed998ff342d http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/8f57a69aa5d89f9e174113bad07213f7.jpg b9573b2b6f1bab801f566d1b6e67d22b http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/dc74d4eccef17a98df6196fe791749fb.jpg b5f724a1f82fc7b70b4a277d88eea2cf http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/54f2f1f6b0a92b328a7d5b0cce852941.jpg cd5aba388ae4465acfdf304164c80b7d Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. 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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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 13th Convocation, IIT Ropar - July 15, 2024 Description An account of the resource 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 officials: Mr. Adil Zainulbhai (Chairman) and Prof. Rajeev Ahuja (Director of IIT Ropar). Number of Graduates: A total of 601 students graduated across various programs, including B.Tech, M.Sc, M.Tech, PhD, and B.Tech-M.Tech Dual Degree. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 14th Convocation, IIT Ropar - July 16, 2025 Description An account of the resource 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 achieving energy independence by 2047, noting the country’s reliance on crude oil and gas imports. Prof. Ahuja pointed out that about 30% of India’s deep-tech agri-startups originate from IIT Ropar, and the institute has launched a B.Tech in Digital Agriculture and is working on an LLM (Large Language Model) for agriculture. Degrees Awarded A total of 720 degrees were conferred. Breakdown: 354 B.Tech degrees 181 M.Tech degrees 69 M.Sc degrees 114 PhD degrees 2 B.Tech–M.Tech Dual Degrees The number of graduates this year marked a roughly 31.87% increase compared to last year. Placement statistics: Placement rate: ~80.06% Average CTC: ~₹ 23.07 lakh per annum 85 students received Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs) Highest placements were in the streams: Computer Science & Engineering, Mathematics & Computing, Electrical Engineering. Notable awards: President’s Gold Medal: Chavda Jayrajsinh (Dept. CSE) Director’s Gold Medal: Dhananjay Goel (Dept. CSE) The ceremony reflects IIT Ropar’s growth trajectory and increasing output of graduates. The mix of academic awards, placement success and venture/tech-start-ups signals a strong linkage between academia and industry/innovation at the institute. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Foundation Day Celebrations Description An account of the resource Foundation Day at IIT Ropar is an annual celebration of the institute’s establishment and journey since it was founded in 2008. It marks another year of the institute’s existence and achievements. It’s a day to honour the institute’s growth in academics, research, innovation, and contributions to technology and society. When It’s Held - IIT Ropar typically celebrates its Foundation Day on 24 February each year. What Happens on Foundation Day - The events and activities on this day usually include: Official celebrations and speeches by senior leaders — such as the Director of IIT Ropar and distinguished guests. Recognition of achievements in research, innovation, teaching, and student activities. Announcements or launches of new initiatives or facilities — for example, recent years have seen the unveiling of computing infrastructure, AI-related tools, entrepreneurship support, and R&D programs as part of the celebrations. Purpose of the Celebration - Foundation Day at IIT Ropar is more than a festivity — it serves to: Celebrate the institute’s progress from its inception to the present. Inspire the community (students, faculty, alumni) towards future goals. Highlight achievements and strategic priorities in research, technological innovation, and entrepreneurship. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 18th Foundation Day of IIT Ropar Description An account of the resource The Foundation Day is an annual milestone for IIT Ropar — founded in 2008 — celebrated every year on 24 February as a way to mark its establishment and growth as a research-intensive institution of national importance. Date & Occasion - The 18th Foundation Day of the Indian Institute of Technology Ropar was celebrated on Tuesday, 24 February 2026 at the institute’s auditorium in Rupnagar (Ropar), Punjab, India. Theme & Significance - The theme for this year’s celebration was “Accelerating R&D, Innovation and Entrepreneurship in the Country” — reflecting IIT Ropar’s focus on research excellence, innovation-led growth, and entrepreneurial impact. Chief Guest & Highlights - Shri Gulab Chand Kataria, Governor of Punjab and Administrator of Chandigarh, was the Chief Guest at the event. The celebration included speeches by the institute’s leadership, reflections on its journey since its inception in 2008, and recognition of achievements in research, innovation, and institutional growth. Key Launches & Announcements - During the 18th Foundation Day celebrations, IIT Ropar unveiled several major initiatives: Indus HPC — a new High Performance Computing facility to boost research across engineering, life sciences, climate modelling, and AI. Shaurya Sthal — a commemorative space to honour the nation’s armed forces. Nalanda Chatbot — an AI-powered chatbot developed in-house to support academic and administrative queries. A Publications Dashboard and Digital Archive of IIT Ropar for organized access to research output. Investment commitments to the institute’s Research & Development and Innovation Fund (RDIF) from external partners. Launch of the Student Entrepreneurship Support Programme, including seed grants to six student-led startups. http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/e7b7b47a2721ef8ab384dd56727ae075.jpg 67f3b6d31bdd2ebd4ece1b46e40d7740 http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/da9ad84912a29d024def693893eb9a82.jpg 55c30d02c07ccbad5cd6b53751b999d0 http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/df87c02d8af5e3015f765daa03c1c4be.jpg 9dab7b7b26560d4bd76e9ff2a383a4cd http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/7a42f61e195b416d371128af6aeffb59.jpg f5458285c2461f27a85f26715eb281b5 http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/5ed5bd9cdc7fc13d9b8623e69249d849.jpg e2bafc1df702f266d6830106250f3188 http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/ecb0992886bf19aeabd7a37271958d72.jpg 76bee150b94d945e9adc5ae45f32741c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1st Convocation, IIT Ropar- February 2, 2013 Description An account of the resource 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. The convocation was a much awaited event as the 2008 batch was the first batch graduating from the Institute. http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/330af5078b0a61acff30d3b9c7740038.jpeg 40d7fb7db40f0e4cd9290eb702ab02b5 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Directors of Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Description An account of the resource IIT Ropar, as one of the newer IITs (established in 2008), has had leadership that blends strong research credentials with institutional-building vision. The transition from Prof Das to Prof Ahuja demonstrates continuity: both bring high academic profile and the drive to steer IIT Ropar into higher research and academic impact. For students, faculty and stakeholders, the leadership’s focus on interdisciplinarity, global research linkages, sustainability, and innovation is meaningful: it signals that the institute is moving beyond traditional engineering education toward broader impact. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 1st Director of IIT Ropar, Professor M. K. Surappa Tenure: (Year: 2009-2015) Description An account of the resource Professor M. K. Surappa, the first and former director of IIT Ropar (served 2009-2015). Prof. Surappa nurtured IIT Ropar as an Institution of Excellence in Research and Governance. In the 2016 National Ranking of Institutions, IIT Ropar stands number 9 amongst top 100 Engineering Institutions. It is very heartening to note that IIT Ropar ranked number one in two parameters used in ranking exercise, namely (a) Teaching, learning and Resources (TLR) and (b) Graduation Outcome (GO) amongst 16 IITs. This is testimony to the inspiring, dynamic and visionary leadership of Prof. Surappa. Prof. M. K. Surappa, born on 5th Dec. 1951 in an agricultural family in Mirle, in Mysore District. He completed his school education on in Mirle in Kannada medium Government. schools. He obtained BSc degree (1970) from Yuvaraja's College of Mysore University. He joined the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore in 1970 and received BE degree in Metallurgy in 1973, M.S and Ph. D degrees from the faculty of Engineering in 1976 and 1980 respectively. Prof. Surappa joined then newly established Regional Laboratory, Trivandrum in 1979 as senior scientist and worked there for two years. During 1981-87, he was Research Associate/Engineer at Drexel University (USA), Cavendish Laboratory, University of Cambridge (UK) and Swiss Federal Institute of Technology (Switzerland). He returned to the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, as an Assistant Professor in 1987 and rose to the position of Professor in 1998. He was Honorary Secretary of Karnataka State Council for Science and Technology during 2004-09. He was Visi ng Professor to Sir M. Visveswaraya Chair, University of Mysore (2003-04). He has served as Founder Director of Indian Institute of Technology, Ropar for a period of six years (2009-15). He served as Dean, Faculty of Engineering at the Indian Institute of Science during the year 2016-2017. He assumed the post of Vice Chancellor of Anna University on 12th April 2018. He is also Honorary Professor at the Indian Institute of Science. Prof. Surappa has made outstanding R&D contributions to the Science and Technology of Metal Matrix Composites (MMCs). For over three decades, he has pursued many innovative investigations on synthesis, processing-microstructure-property correlation and application development of MMCs based on light alloy matrices. These include: (a) Development of "Stir Cast Process" for the fabrication of aluminium matrix composites. Process developed by Prof. Surappa at the Indian Institute of Science is often hailed as an Indian Innova on by MMC producers across the world. (b) Development of innovative technique for synthesis of metal ceramic nano composites by in-situ pyrolysis of polymer pre-cursors in the liquid melt. He has carried out all his research work entirely in India. Prof. Surappa has published 100 research papers in international journals and presented nearly 150 papers in national and international conferences and has authored a book. He has secured one US and 3 Indian patents. Professor was bestowed with Sir. M. Visvesvaraya award for his Life me contributions in Science and Technology from the Government of Karnataka for the year 2015. Prof. Surappa is a Fellow of Indian National Science Academy (INSA) and Indian National Academy of Engineering (INAE). In the year 2015, Karnataka State Open University honored him by awarding him Honorary degree of Doctor of Literature (D.Lit.). He received Suvarna Karnataka Rajyotsava Award by the Government of Karnataka in 2006 and Prof. Rustum Choksi Award for Excellence in Research and Engineering from the Indian Institute of Science in 2007. He received AMULYA Award for Innova on in 2012 by the Government of Karnataka. He has been bestowed with Metallurgist of the Year award for the year 1998 by the Government of India. He is the recipient of MRSI Medal for the year 1997 from the Materials Research Society of India. http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/f5447c176437fe6bd266966a228f9d01.jpg 57b0b2835e48b74f118e8026a55cc06c http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/32f042875577afec8abc79379fbc2284.jpg 564d5beb96121c1db443511fd98f6f19 http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/1b7e9fa8cb29640947559a8939975636.jpg 4d3d645405bcb5f465069e4b0dc8fb7c Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 2nd Convocation, IIT Ropar- November 30, 2013 Description An account of the resource 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, Director. Prof. Surappa started with an introduction of the Chief Guest for the Convocation, Dr. Anil Kakodkar, who is currently DAE Homi Bhabha Chair Professor at Bhabha Atomic Research Centre (BARC) and is a very distinguished nuclear scientist of India. Prof. Surappa proceeded to introduce Prof. V. S. Ramamurthy, Chairman of IIT Ropar's Board of Governors who is currently also the Director, National Institute of Advanced Studies in Bangalore and Chairman, Board of Governors, National Institute of Technology Hamirpur apart from being a prominent nuclear scientist. http://www.iitrpr.ac.in/omeka/files/original/ebe6e629a56337124d95ec547235bba4.jpg 11974e43a1ae0fe8c8d8fc8ab84f6c44 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Directors of Indian Institute of Technology Ropar Description An account of the resource IIT Ropar, as one of the newer IITs (established in 2008), has had leadership that blends strong research credentials with institutional-building vision. The transition from Prof Das to Prof Ahuja demonstrates continuity: both bring high academic profile and the drive to steer IIT Ropar into higher research and academic impact. For students, faculty and stakeholders, the leadership’s focus on interdisciplinarity, global research linkages, sustainability, and innovation is meaningful: it signals that the institute is moving beyond traditional engineering education toward broader impact. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 2nd Director of IIT Ropar, Professor Sarit Kumar Das Tenure: (Year: 2015-2021) Description An account of the resource Prof. Sarit Kumar Das, Director and Professor, Indian Institute of Technology Ropar (served 2015-2021). He worked in Indian Institute of Technology Madras where he was a Professor with the Mechanical Engineering Department and served as Dean (Academic Research) in the past. After obtaining B.E (Mechanical) in 1984 and M.E (Heat Power) in 1987 from Jadavpur University, he completed his Ph.D. degree in the area of Heat Transfer from Sambalpur University in 1994 and joined University of BW Hamburg, Germany where he did his Post-Doctoral Research in the area of Plate and Liquid Metal Heat Exchangers. He has published four books and more than 300 research papers. He is a recipient of the DAAD and Alexander von Humboldt Fellowship of Germany. He is a fellow of the Indian National Academy of Engineering and the National Academy of Sciences, India. He has been bestowed with several Awards such as “India Citation Award 2012” by Thomson Reuters and “Prof. K. N. Seetharamu Award & Medal for Excellence in Research” by Indian Society for Heat and Mass Transfer in the year 2006. He has also been awarded the Peabody Visiting Professorship at the Mechanical Engineering Department, Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Cambridge, USA, in 2011. He is the Editor-in-Chief of the International Journal of Micro/Nanoscale Transport and an Associate Editor of the journal Heat Transfer Engineering. His current research interests include heat transfer in nanofluids, microfluidics, biological heat transfer, nanoparticle mediated drug delivery in cancer cells, heat exchangers, boiling in mini/microchannels, fuel cells, jet instabilities, heat transfer in porous media, and computational fluid dynamics. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 3rd Convocation, IIT Ropar - 15th November 2014 Description An account of the resource 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. Goverdhan Mehta, National Research Professor, University of Hyderabad. Prof. Surappa also introduced Ms. Poonawalla, Chairperson of Lila Poonawalla Foundation and former CMD, Alfa Laval-Tetra Pak India. Ms. Poonawalla congratulated graduates and discussed challenges of faculty shortage and infrastructure in new IITs. She proposed a national faculty intern programme to nurture future teachers. She expressed confidence in IIT Ropar’s multidisciplinary problem-solving environment. Prof. Mehta emphasized the role of IITs in national development and praised IIT Ropar’s progress. He highlighted the importance of quality research and industry–academia collaboration. Degrees were awarded, followed by medals to meritorious students. Ashish Jindal (EE) received the President’s Gold Medal, Somyanshu Arora (ME) the Director’s Gold Medal, and Abhisaar Sharma (CSE) and Somyanshu Arora (ME) the Institute Silver Medals. Three batches (2008-09, 2009-10 and 2010-11) of Undergraduate students have earned their B.Tech. Degrees in Convocation. In addition, IIT Ropar has awarded PhD degrees in the convocation. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 4th Convocation, IIT Ropar - November 3, 2015 Description An account of the resource 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, Department of Science & Technology (2006 – 2015). Dr. Ramasami highlighted his contributions to science, including the INSPIRE programme and research in Chromium Chemistry. He emphasized the importance of “minds-on” and “hands-on” approaches and teamwork in technological leadership. Prof. Das presented the Institute’s report, covering academics, research output, infrastructure, industrial consultancy, administration, and alumni affairs. Ms. Lila Poonawalla addressed the gathering, appreciating IIT Ropar’s rapid campus development and new academic programs, including PG courses, Civil Engineering UG, and Ph.D. programs. She also inspired students, discussing challenges like disappointment, frustration, unfairness, and isolation, and how overcoming them strengthens character. Dr. Ramasami congratulated students and encouraged them to contribute to India’s growth by developing innovative solutions to real-world problems. Degrees were formally awarded by the Chairman of the Senate, with medals presented by the Chief Guest and Chairperson, BoG. President of India’s Gold Medal and Director’s Gold Medal for highest CGPA in B.Tech. went to Pulkit Gera (EE). Institute Silver Medals were awarded to Gourav Bansal (CSE) and R. 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For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 5th Convocation, IIT Ropar - November 21, 2016 Description An account of the resource 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 nanotechnology, thin films, nanocomposites, and soft matter mechanics. He has served as Professor and Head of Chemical Engineering at IIT Kanpur and was founding coordinator of Nanosciences and Advanced Imaging Centres. Prof. Sharma has over 300 publications, 15 patents, and extensive international research experience. The convocation was presided over by Ms. Lila Poonawalla, Chairperson of IIT Ropar’s Board of Governors. Director Prof. Sarit K. Das presented the Institute’s report highlighting achievements in academics, research, infrastructure, industrial consultancy, administration, and alumni affairs. Ms. Lila Poonawalla addressed the gathering, emphasizing values like honesty, integrity, humility, and continuous learning. Prof. Sharma spoke on the objectives of IITs, the importance of quality education, and the role of IIT alumni as global leaders. He encouraged IIT Ropar to solve complex challenges using global science for local technology solutions. Degrees were awarded by the Chairman of the Senate, with medals presented by Prof. Sharma and Ms. Poonawalla. 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Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 6th Convocation, IIT Ropar - November 28, 2017 Description An account of the resource 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, Director, presided over the ceremony. A total of 160 degrees were awarded: 118 B.Tech., 11 M.Tech., 18 M.Sc., and 13 Ph.D. degrees. This represented a 22% increase in graduates compared to the previous year. Gold Medals: President of India Gold Medal – Tushar Agarwal (CSE); Institute Gold Medal – Swapnil Rai (ME). Silver Medals were awarded to meritorious students in B.Tech., M.Tech., and M.Sc. programs across various departments. Prof. Das congratulated graduates, calling the day a “Red Letter Day”, and encouraged them to pursue leadership and career goals. The Institute recognized faculty and student achievements, including NASI-Scopus Young Scientist Award, DBT Ramalingaswami Fellowship, and other national awards. Ph.D. students received international recognition, including the BEST Presentation Award at ICIEM 2017 and BASE Internship. Chief Guest Prof. Jhunjhunwala emphasized daily self-improvement, acquiring resources, and creating positive transformations in life. 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Title A name given to the resource Convocations – A Celebration of Academic Excellence Description An account of the resource 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. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource 7th Convocation, IIT Ropar- December 04, 2018 Description An account of the resource 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, Director of IIT Ropar. A total of 173 degrees were conferred — 103 B.Tech., 19 M.Tech., 27 M.Sc., and 24 Ph.D. For the first time, IIT Ropar introduced a Best Thesis Award category. Four Ph.D. awardees — Dr. Aru Beri, Dr. Balwinder Kaur, Dr. Harpreet Singh, and Dr. Satyajit Pramanik — were felicitated. President of India Gold Medal went to Devendra Pratap Yadav (CSE). Director’s Gold Medal was awarded to Deepak Attri (Electrical Engineering). Institute Silver Medals were awarded to five students from B.Tech., M.Tech., and M.Sc. programmes. The Director highlighted IIT Ropar’s growth in research excellence and academic achievements. He also noted significant expansion in faculty and student strength. The convocation reflected the institute’s continued rise in innovation, scholarship, and global collaborations.