IIT Mandi celebrated its 14th Convocation with largest-ever B.Tech batch of 321 students, awarding 643 degrees total including 259 postgraduate and 63 PhD scholars at North Campus Kamand.
IIT Mandi Celebrates Historic 14th Convocation with Largest B.Tech Batch
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi celebrated its 14th Convocation at its picturesque North Campus at Kamand in Mandi district on Saturday, marking a historic milestone with the graduation of its largest-ever B.Tech cohort. The ceremony brought together distinguished guests, faculty, families, and the graduating class to commemorate this significant achievement in the institute’s development.
A total of 643 students were awarded degrees this year, including 321 undergraduate students, 259 postgraduate students, and 63 PhD scholars. This year’s convocation was especially significant as the institute’s largest-ever B.Tech batch of 321 students graduated. The enrollment growth demonstrates IIT Mandi’s expanding academic capacity and increasing demand for its programs.
Distinguished Guests Include Industry Leader and Directors of Premier IITs
The ceremony was attended by distinguished guests including BK Goenka, Founder of Welspun World, as Chief Guest. Prof V Kamakoti, Director of Indian Institute of Technology Madras, and Prof Rangan Banerjee, Director of Indian Institute of Technology Delhi, attended as Guests of Honour. The event was presided over by Lt Gen Kanwal Jeet Singh Dhillon (Retd), Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT Mandi.
The presence of directors from IIT Madras and IIT Delhi highlights the strong connections within the IIT system and demonstrates collective support for IIT Mandi’s growth. BK Goenka’s participation as an industry leader bridges academic achievement with real-world application and career opportunities.
Goenka Encourages Students to Embrace Joy, Originality and Courage
Addressing the graduating class, Goenka encouraged students to embrace “joy, originality and courage” in an era defined by rapid technological change and artificial intelligence. He emphasised adaptability and resilience as key traits for future leaders. His message directly addressed the challenges and opportunities facing graduates entering a rapidly transforming technological landscape.
Goenka’s advice to embrace joy reminds students that innovation requires passion and enthusiasm, not just technical skills. Originality drives breakthrough discoveries and competitive products. Courage enables graduates to take risks, challenge conventional thinking, and pursue ambitious goals despite uncertainty. Adaptability ensures survival in changing markets, while resilience helps overcome failures and setbacks.
President of India Gold Medal Awarded to Vayun Goel in Computer Science
A key highlight of the ceremony was the recognition of academic excellence across disciplines. The President of India Gold Medal and Institute Gold Medal in Computer Science and Engineering were awarded to Vayun Goel, who emerged as one of the top achievers of the graduating batch. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional academic performance and research contributions in one of the most competitive fields.
Other major awardees included Sukhvansh Jain receiving the Director’s Gold Medal, Sneha Chandna winning the Bioengineering Gold Medal, Khushi Rewar securing the Civil Engineering Gold Medal, Bipanjit Singh earning the Data Science and Engineering Gold Medal, and Akshar Agrawal taking the Electrical Engineering Gold Medal. Aridaman Singh Chauhan received the Engineering Physics Gold Medal, while Pranjal Vats won the Mechanical Engineering Gold Medal.
Postgraduate Students Receive Gold Medals Across Diverse Fields
Among postgraduate students, gold medal recipients included scholars from diverse fields such as Development Studies, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Structural Engineering, and Management-related programs. This breadth of recognition demonstrates IIT Mandi’s strength across multiple disciplines beyond traditional engineering fields. The institute has successfully built comprehensive graduate programs in science, humanities, and management.
Special awards such as the Institute Innovation Silver Medal, NBCC Awards, and memorial medals were also presented to recognize innovation, leadership, and interdisciplinary excellence. These awards celebrate students who demonstrate creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and ability to connect knowledge across traditional boundaries.
63 PhD Scholars Represent Institute’s Research Capacity Growth
The 63 PhD scholars graduating this year represent IIT Mandi’s expanding research capacity and commitment to producing advanced researchers. PhD graduates will contribute to knowledge creation across their specializations while many will pursue careers in academia, national laboratories, and research-intensive industries. The growing number of doctoral completions indicates strengthening research infrastructure and mentorship capabilities.
The undergraduate batch of 321 students represents significant expansion from previous years. This growth requires increased faculty recruitment, laboratory space, and residential facilities. IIT Mandi’s ability to accommodate this larger cohort while maintaining academic quality demonstrates effective institutional planning and resource management.
North Campus at Kamand Provides Picturesque Setting for Convocation
The convocation took place at the picturesque North Campus at Kamand in Mandi district, surrounded by the natural beauty of Himachal Pradesh. The campus setting reflects IIT Mandi’s commitment to providing an environment conducive to learning, research, and personal development. The scenic location attracts students and faculty who value quality of life alongside academic excellence.
The 14th Convocation marks IIT Mandi’s sustained growth since its establishment. The institute has successfully expanded its programs, faculty, infrastructure, and research output while maintaining academic standards. The largest-ever B.Tech batch demonstrates that IIT Mandi has achieved maturity as a premier technical institution competing with older IITs.
IIT Mandi’s 14th Convocation celebrates its largest-ever B.Tech batch of 321 students among 643 total graduates, recognizes academic excellence through President of India and institute gold medals across disciplines, and features Goenka’s inspiring message on joy, originality, courage, adaptability, and resilience for future leaders.
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