Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar

Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar (IITGN) is a premier engineering and research institution established in 2008 as one of the new IITs announced by the Government of India. Located on the banks of the Sabarmati River in Palaj, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, the institute has rapidly emerged as a hub for innovation, interdisciplinary learning, and research excellence. IITGN is known for its distinctive Foundation Programme, a unique immersive orientation for first-year students focusing on communication skills, design thinking, and societal engagement. The institute emphasizes a liberal education approach within the technical curriculum, encouraging students to explore humanities, social sciences, and entrepreneurship alongside their core engineering disciplines. With state-of-the-art infrastructure, strong industry collaborations, and a vibrant research ecosystem, IITGN has consistently climbed national rankings and gained recognition for its academic rigor and student-centric policies.