The Institute has completed 150th year of its existence in October 1996. On September 21, 2001, an Ordinance issued by the Government of India declared it as the nation's seventh Indian Institute of Technology. The Ordinance is now converted into an Act by the Parliament to make IIT, Roorkee as an "Institution of National Importance".
PhD Programmes
About
History
IIT Roorkee has a legacy that goes back to 1847- a formidable history of more than 155 years. Established as Roorkee college in 1847 it was the First Engineering College in the British Empire.
University Ranking
QS World University Rankings by TopUniversities
2023
369 31
2022
400 -17
2021
383
QS World University Rankings is one of the top international rankings measuring the popularity and performance of universities all over the world. They measure university reputation based on the impressions of higher education experts, companies who hire graduates, and teaching quality. QS also considers the ratio of international teachers and students present at universities, as well as the times research papers were mentioned by researchers. After calculating and comparing these criteria, QS ranks the universities accordingly.
Academic Ranking of World Universities by Shanghai Jiao Tong University
2022
701 200
2021
901
2020
901
ARWU World University rankings is the first world university ranking. It ranks the world's top 1000 colleges and universities based on objective indicator. They look at the number of award-winning (Fields Medals and Nobel Prize) scientists who are located there, how much of their research is cited and referenced around the world, and how much they've contributed to different academic fields. After calculating and comparing these criteria, ARWU ranks the universities accordingly.
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report
2023
896 -56
2022
840 -39
2021
801
Best Global Universities Rankings by U.S. News & World Report presents all the top universities from the U.S. and 60 other countries around the world. They measure the rate of students going to their second year of studies, as well as the rate of students who graduate. It also asks university representatives on the performance of universities, and evaluates university resources, teacher salaries, graduation rates, student academic achievements and satisfaction. After calculating and comparing these criteria, U.S. News ranks the top international universities accordingly.
Services
Housing services
Accommodation in the Bachelor's hostel would be available. Accommodation in 1BHK apartment shall be provided if available.The institute hospital facility can be utilized by the international students on payment basis, However they are strongly advised to have overseas medical insurance.
Student Life
Hostels
- Our homes away from home are as modern as they can be. More importantly, though have spawned the cultures that make the campus an unforgettable experience. It's here that midnight cricket tournaments, early morning bakar sessions, community computer warfare and so many other things find expression.
- Clubs at IITR are the best place to relax and recharge with the indoor sports facilities including seven Billiards & Snooker Tables, Carrom boards, Chess boards, Table Tennis facilities and a Foosball table.
- Physical recreation through games and sports has been an important part of the Institute since its inception.Today, the Institute has some of the best facilities in a number of games and sports and awards proficiencies in 14 games.
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