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It is a privilege to welcome Adv. Harish Salve, Former Solicitor General of India and Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT Roorkee, who will preside over the Convocation Ceremony on 19 and 20 September 2026.

One of India's most distinguished legal minds, Adv. Salve served as Solicitor General of India and was appointed King's Counsel for the courts of England and Wales in 2020 — a rare honour for an Indian lawyer. A recipient of the Padma Bhushan, his journey — from a chartered accountant to one of the most sought-after advocates in the world — reflects a lifetime of rigour, discipline and excellence.

As Chairman of the Board of Governors, his stewardship has guided IIT Roorkee through this Convocation and beyond, anchoring the Institute's academic and administrative leadership.
This year's Convocation will confer degrees upon 2,701 graduating students across its two days, celebrating years of advanced study, research, perseverance and discovery at the Institute.

For IIT Roorkee, having Adv. Salve preside over this important milestone is a reflection of the values of excellence, integrity and leadership that the Institute holds dear.

We look forward to his presence as the graduating class of 2026 comes together to mark the beginning of its next chapter.



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It is a pleasure to welcome Dr. Kapil Garg, Founder & Managing Director, Oilmax Energy Pvt. Ltd., and Managing Director, Asian Energy Services Ltd., as the Guest of Honour at the Convocation of IIT Roorkee on 20 September 2026.

An alumnus of IIT Roorkee himself, Dr. Garg holds a Bachelor's and Master's degree in Chemical Engineering from the Institute, along with a doctorate in gas jet fire modelling for hydrocarbon facility safety. His career took him through ONGC, Enron Oil & Gas and BG Group before he founded Oilmax Energy in 2008, building it into a significant force in India's oil and gas exploration and production sector. His journey — from these very classrooms to the boardroom — is a fitting reminder of where ambition, grounded in technical rigour, can lead.

His presence at IIT Roorkee will bring an industry perspective to the Convocation, offering our graduating students valuable insights as they take their knowledge and ideas from the academic environment into the wider world.

This year's Convocation will confer degrees upon 2,701 graduating students across its two days, celebrating years of advanced study, research, perseverance and discovery at the Institute.

For IIT Roorkee, welcoming Dr. Garg to this important milestone is an opportunity to celebrate the connection between academic excellence and industry, and to encourage our graduates to pursue their aspirations with curiosity, purpose and a spirit of innovation.

We look forward to welcoming Dr. Garg as the graduating class of 2026 comes together to mark the beginning of its next chapter.



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Delighted to welcome Shri Harshavardhan Chitale, Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Hero MotoCorp, as the Chief Guest at the Convocation of IIT Roorkee, to be held on 20 September 2026 for the Postgraduate and PhD graduating class, where he will deliver the Convocation Address.

An IITian himself, a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Delhi, where he was awarded the Director's Gold Medal, Shri Chitale's career has taken him from Tata and Honeywell to global leadership roles at Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) and HCL Infosystems, before he took charge of Hero MotoCorp, the world's largest manufacturer of two-wheelers. His journey from the classroom to the boardroom mirrors the very path our graduates are about to begin.

His presence at IIT Roorkee will offer our graduating students an opportunity to hear from a leader who has worked at the forefront of technological and industrial transformation, as they prepare to translate their knowledge, research and ideas into meaningful impact.

This year's Convocation will confer degrees upon 2,701 graduating students across its two days, recognising years of advanced learning, research, perseverance and discovery.
It is a privilege for IIT Roorkee to welcome Shri Chitale to this special occasion and to have his insights inspire our graduates as they embark on their next chapters across academia, research, industry and beyond.



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It is an honour to welcome General N. S. Raja Subramani, PVSM, AVSM, SM, VSM, Chief of Defence Staff & Secretary, Department of Military Affairs, as the Guest of Honour at the Convocation of IIT Roorkee on 19 September 2026.

Commissioned into the 8 Garhwal Rifles in 1985, General Subramani's four-decade career has spanned counter-insurgency operations in Assam and Jammu & Kashmir, command of a strike corps, and the Army's second-highest office as Vice Chief of the Army Staff. His subsequent appointment as Military Adviser to the National Security Council Secretariat, followed by his elevation as India's third Chief of Defence Staff, reflects the continued trust placed in his judgment at the highest levels of national security. It is a career built on the steady accumulation of expertise, a trajectory that offers today's graduates a model worth emulating as they begin their own.

As IIT Roorkee confers degrees upon 2,701 graduating students across this year's two-day Convocation, his journey offers a fitting perspective for young graduates stepping into the next phase of their lives.

The Convocation is a significant milestone for the graduating class, marking the culmination of years of learning and perseverance while opening the way to new responsibilities and opportunities.

We look forward to welcoming General Subramani to IIT Roorkee and to his presence at this milestone as the graduating class embarks on their journeys beyond the Institute.



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Privileged to welcome Shri Ajit Kumar Doval, KC, National Security Advisor of India, as the Chief Guest at the Convocation of IIT Roorkee on 19 September 2026, where he will deliver the Convocation Address to the Undergraduate graduating class.

Shri Doval's career is among the most decorated in India's security establishment, the first IPS officer to receive the Kirti Chakra, a former Director of the Intelligence Bureau, and now serving a record third term as India's longest-serving National Security Advisor. His journey from field intelligence work to shaping national strategy at the highest level offers today's graduates a rare vantage point: what it looks like to apply expertise, judgment and quiet resolve over an entire career in service of the nation.
The two-day Convocation will confer degrees upon 2,701 graduating students, marking an important milestone in their academic journeys and the beginning of new chapters shaped by learning, innovation and purpose.

For IIT Roorkee, it is a moment of immense pride to welcome Shri Doval to an institution with a long-standing tradition of nurturing talent, advancing knowledge and contributing to nation-building.

We look forward to his presence and address as the graduating class of 2026 comes together to celebrate this significant milestone.



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Teachers’ Day: Celebrating Excellence and Impact

It is a matter of immense pride for IIT Roorkee that Prof. Avlokita Agrawal, Department of Architecture and Planning, has been honoured with the National Award to Teachers 2026 by the Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu.

This prestigious recognition acknowledges her contributions to Sustainable Architecture and the Built Environment and exemplifies the profound impact that dedicated teaching, research and innovation can create.

I congratulate Prof. Avlokita Agrawal on this distinguished honour. Her achievementreflects the calibre and commitment of IIT Roorkee’s faculty.

On Teachers’ Day, I extend my warm wishes to all faculty members of IIT Roorkee. Your dedication to nurturing minds, advancing knowledge and addressing societal challenges is central to the Institute’s mission.

May we continue to inspire, innovate and contribute to building a stronger and more knowledge-driven nation.



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The recognition of Prof. Avlokita Agrawal, Department of Architecture and Planning, IIT Roorkee, with the National Award to Teachers 2026 is a matter of great pride for the Institute.

Her work in Sustainable Architecture and the Built Environment exemplifies how excellence in teaching and research can contribute to addressing challenges of contemporary society.

I am particularly pleased that this recognition adds to IIT Roorkee’s continuing tradition of faculty excellence.

Such achievements are not only milestones for the individuals honoured; they are also a source of inspiration for our entire academic community. I hope our faculty and researchers will continue to pursue ambitious ideas, impactful research and excellence in teaching, while contributing meaningfully to the nation and society.

My best wishes to Prof. Avlokita Agrawal on this distinguished recognition.

Heartiest congratulations to Prof. Ankit Agarwal, Department of Hydrology, IIT Roorkee, on being selected for the prestigious NASI Young Scientist (NYS) Award 2026 by the National Academy of Sciences, India (NASI).

The award recognizes his outstanding scientific contributions and leadership potential in research. The honour also includes a research incentive to further support high-quality scientific research.

IIT Roorkee congratulates Prof. Agarwal on this well-deserved recognition and wishes him continued success in his research endeavours.

Congratulations to Prof. Mohit of the Department of Water Resources Development and Management (WRDM), IIT Roorkee, on being selected for the prestigious Schmidt AI in Science Faculty Fellowship at the University of Oxford.

Among only three researchers from India selected through a rigorous international selection process, Prof. Mohit will undertake a three-year collaborative research programme integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI), Earth observation, hydrological, and hydro-meteorological data to advance research on water contamination, climate resilience, and disaster risk reduction. The Fellowship also provides a platform to strengthen long-term research collaborations between IIT Roorkee and the University of Oxford.

We extend our heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Mohit on this remarkable international recognition and wish him continued success.

The IIT Roorkee fraternity extends its heartfelt congratulations to Prof. Sunil Bajpai on being awarded the prestigious J.C. Bose Fellowship (now called the J.C. Bose Grant) by the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF) for a period of five years.

The J.C. Bose Grant is among India's highest recognitions for outstanding scientists, engineers, and technologists. It honours exceptional research excellence, sustained contributions to advancing knowledge, and continued commitment to mentoring the next generation of researchers.

This distinguished recognition reflects Prof. Bajpai's exemplary contributions to research and further strengthens IIT Roorkee's commitment to excellence in science, innovation, and nation-building.

We wish Prof. Bajpai continued success in his pursuit of impactful research and academic excellence.