The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee is one of the oldest technological institutions of India. It is remarkable as one of the towering institutes of India for its importance in technological education and in basic and applied research.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee was established in the year 1847. It is a pioneering institute of India in the field of engineering and was the first engineering college under the British Empire.
The Indian Institute of Technology in Roorkee is regarded as one of the best technological educational institutions of the world. Since the Indian Institution of Technology, Roorkee came into existence, it has contributed a lot in providing technically sound people to the country.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee has celebrated its 150th anniversary in October 1996. One of the major decisions was taken by the Indian Government on 21st September, 2001 about the Indian Institute of Technology at Roorkee by issuing an ordinance, declaring this institute as nations 7th institute of technology. This ordinance declared in 2001 has turned into an Act by the Parliament to make this Institute an "Institute of national importance".
The Indian Institution of Technology, Roorkee has achieved remarkable position in academic excellency and integrity. They believe to create an atmosphere where professional and intellectual growth will be at its highest peak.
Courses offered by the Indian Institute of Technology of Roorkee:
- Bachelor's Degree Courses in ten different disciplines of engineering and architecture.
- Postgraduate Degree in 55 disciplines of engineering, architecture and applied science.
- Doctoral and research work in all departments.
