IIT Madras

@iitmadras is delighted and proud to share that our Director, Prof. V. Kamakoti, has been selected for the prestigious Padma Shri Awards 2026 by the Government of India. A distinguished academician and eminent researcher, Prof. Kamakoti has made transformative contributions in the fields of computer science, systems engineering and interdisciplinary research. His visionary leadership has further strengthened IIT Madras’s commitment to cutting-edge research, technological innovation, a thriving startup ecosystem and inclusive institutional development. The Padma Shri Awards recognise his outstanding service and exemplary leadership in the field of Science and Technology, which stands as a testament to his enduring impact in academia. The entire IIT Madras community takes pride in this well-deserved national recognition and extends its heartfelt congratulations, wishing him continued success in service of the nation. @EduMinOfIndia #PadmaAwards2026 #Padmashri2026 #PadmaAwards

The @iitmadras archives called to remind… 📸👀 Time flies, but the legacy stays. A little #Throwback to the campus that continues to make history! #IITMadras #CampusDiaries #Throwback #IITM

@iitmadras continues its Webinar Series showcasing successfully completed R&D projects funded by the @ANRFIndia , under the Core Research Grant (CRG) and Start-up Research Grant (SRG) schemes. As part of this 9-month, 23-talk series led by Principal Investigators,(1/4)

The session will feature a 45-minute presentation on the project outcomes and insights, followed by a 15-minute discussion, providing an opportunity to engage with cutting-edge research in electrical engineering. Meeting Link: (3/4)

YouTube Link: Join us as IIT Madras brings pioneering research to the forefront, fostering dialogue, collaboration and innovation. #IITMadras #ANRF #ResearchImpact #WebinarSeries #ElectricalEngineering #Research #Innovation #RNDIndia (4/4)

“Transforming Logistics Operations Through Data-Driven Decision-Making: Lessons from Modern Supply Chains.” Join us as he shares valuable industry insights on how data-driven strategies are (2/3)

reshaping logistics operations, optimising supply chain performance, and enabling smarter, more informed decisions. 🔗 Join the seminar: #IITMadras #FedExSMARTCenter #Logistics #SupplyChain #DataDrivenDecisionMaking

RT @WSAI_IITM: 6th IBSE International Symposium: Microbiomes in Environment, Health, and Beyond. 11–13 Feb 2027, #IITMadras, Chennai. Three days on microbial omics, from human and environmental microbiomes to astrobiology and planetary protection. #Bioinformatics

During his visit to @iitmadras , Hon’ble Union Minister Shri @JoshiPralhad , Union Minister for Education; Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution; & New and Renewable Energy, Government of India, officially launched SVAASA. (1/3) @EduMinOfIndia @fooddeptgoi @mnreindia

An initiative under the School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, @iitmadras, SVAASA brings together academia, industry, government & entrepreneurs to develop innovative, scalable solutions to environmental challenges. By bridging market needs with research, innovation and (2/3)

government policies, SVAASA aims to nurture eco-startups that can address global sustainability challenges and drive meaningful impact. @SustainableIITM #IITMadras #Sustainability #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SustainableFuture (3/3)

An initiative under the School of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, @iitmadras, SVAASA brings together academia, industry, government & entrepreneurs to develop innovative, scalable solutions to environmental challenges. By bridging market needs with research, innovation and (2/3)

government policies, SVAASA aims to nurture eco-startups that can address global sustainability challenges and drive meaningful impact. @SustainableIITM #IITMadras #Sustainability #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #SustainableFuture (3/3)

RT @WSAI_IITM: Will AI take over all jobs? Prof. Balaraman Ravindran explains why that may not be the case, particularly in a country like India, where human labour can be cheaper than AI. The interview is in Tamil. Watch the full interview: #AI #WSAI #Robotics

@iitmadras and the Tamil Nadu State Council for Science and Technology (@tnscst ), Government of Tamil Nadu, are coming together to strengthen industry–academia collaboration (1/5)

@tnscst along with industry and government officials, will also participate. Approximately 300 invited participants are expected to attend. 📅 Date: 28 October 2026 🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM 📍 Venue: IC&SR Building, IIT Madras, Chennai Register Here: (4/5)

@tnscst Through collaboration and knowledge exchange, the conclave seeks to strengthen the bridge between academic research & industrial applications, creating new opportunities for technology transfer & entrepreneurship. #IITMadras #IndustryAcademia #TechnologyTransfer (5/5)

🤖 Will AI replace jobs or reshape the future of work? A new white paper from @cerai_iitm, under the @WSAI_IITM at @iitmadras, offers a fresh perspective on how AI is changing employment in India (1/4)

job displacement and unequal access. The researchers call for affordable AI tools, deeper research into AI’s impact on Indian jobs, and clear pathways for workers to upskill and transition into emerging roles. The goal is to ensure that AI adoption goes hand in hand (3/4)

with workforce readiness and inclusive growth. 📄 Read the whitepaper: @cerai_iitm @iitmadras @WSAI_IITM @ravi_iitm #IITMadras #ResponsibleAI #FutureOfWork #ArtificialIntelligence #AIResearch