Inventing and Innovating in Technology for Humanity

Prof. B S Murty

Director, IIT Hyderabad

Dear Friends,
Welcome to Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IITH).

“Inventing and Innovating in Technology for Humanity (IITH)” is more than just a motto for IIT Hyderabad; it is the philosophy that defines our identity. As an institute, we are committed to pushing the frontiers of knowledge while ensuring that our ideas and innovations directly benefit people, industries, and the nation.

We are proud of preparing dynamic leaders who make a difference to the world, nurtured with the skills required for a better tomorrow. Though IITH has completed only 17 years of its existence, it is gratifying to note that we are already almost on par with some of the first-generation IITs, standing at the forefront of nurturing talent and innovation.

The academic and research vibrancy of IITH is reflected in NIRF-2025, where we achieved 7th rank among Engineering institutes, 6th in Innovation, 15th in Research, and 12th Overall. Internationally, IITH is ranked 664 in QS World University Rankings-2026, placing us among the top 10% of global institutions in citations per faculty.

With a student strength of over 5,750+ across UG, PG, and PhD programs (60% PG+PhD), we continue to lead in curriculum innovation—introducing India’s first BTech in Artificial Intelligence. Our Open to All Teaching (OAT) initiative and newly launched recording studio strengthen our commitment to digital and inclusive education.

At IITH, research and entrepreneurship go hand in hand. We have supported 320+ startups, launched the BUILD program, and recently introduced BHARATI, engaging 660 first-year students under 90 faculty mentors in hands-on engineering experiences.

Our ambitious initiative, “Patent a Day: Mission 365”, reflects our focus on translational research. IITH has filed 580+ patents so far, including 210+ in the last year alone. We now host 30+ Centres and Centres of Excellence supporting impactful research and industry collaboration.

Internationally, we have established strategic partnerships across seven countries, including Japan, Australia, the USA, and Europe—reflecting our commitment to global excellence. Our alumni continue to inspire us through leadership in civil services, entrepreneurship, social impact, and philanthropy.

As India advances through initiatives such as Digital India, Make in India, Startup India, Atmanirbhar Bharat, and the Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, IITH proudly aligns its efforts with national priorities. Guided by the philosophy of “Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas”, we actively contribute to inclusive and sustainable development, especially through our Rural Development Centre initiatives.

Looking ahead to Viksit Bharat @2047, we aspire to position IIT Hyderabad as a hub of deep-tech research, transformative education, and human-centred innovation. I invite all stakeholders—students, faculty, staff, researchers, industry partners, and alumni—to join us in this exciting journey of national development and global impact.

Prof. B S Murty
Director, IIT Hyderabad