Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati) is a premier engineering and technology institute in India, located in Guwahati, Assam. Here are some more details about IIT Guwahati:
History:
- IIT Guwahati was established in 1994 by the Government of India, as part of a plan to set up six new IITs in the country. The institute started functioning from a temporary campus in 1995 and shifted to its permanent campus in 2002.
Campus:
- The campus of IIT Guwahati is spread over an area of 700 acres, with a mix of modern and traditional architecture. The campus is surrounded by the Brahmaputra River and the hills of the Eastern Himalayas, providing a picturesque and serene environment.
Academics:
- IIT Guwahati offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of engineering, science, and humanities. The institute has 11 academic departments, 3 interdisciplinary academic programs, and 5 research centers.
Departments:
- Biosciences and Bioengineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Chemistry
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science and Engineering
- Design
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Humanities and Social Sciences
- Mathematics
- Mechanical Engineering
Research:
- IIT Guwahati has a strong research focus, with research programs in areas such as:
- Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
- Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
- Energy and Environment
- Materials Science and Nanotechnology
- Water Resources and Hydrology
Facilities:
- IIT Guwahati has state-of-the-art facilities, including:
- Modern classrooms and lecture halls
- Well-equipped laboratories and research facilities
- Library with a large collection of books, journals, and online resources
- Sports and recreational facilities, including a stadium, gymnasium, and swimming pool
- Hostels and residential facilities for students, faculty, and staff
Placements:
- IIT Guwahati has a strong placement record, with top companies from India and abroad visiting the campus to recruit students. The average salary package for graduating students is around 15-20 lakhs per annum.
Admissions:
- Admissions to IIT Guwahati are based on national-level entrance exams, such as JEE (Joint Entrance Examination) for undergraduate programs and GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) for postgraduate programs.
Rankings:
- IIT Guwahati is consistently ranked among the top 10 engineering institutes in India, and has been ranked among the top 100 universities in Asia by the QS World University Rankings.
Faculty:
- IIT Guwahati has a strong faculty base, with over 300 faculty members, many of whom have international experience and publications in top-tier journals.
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