IIT Kanpur's 57th Convocation Sees 2,332 Students Graduate; Check Details Here

IIT Kanpur held its 57th convocation, where degrees were conferred to 2,332 graduates across various disciplines. The event was conducted in two sessions. Check details here

The Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur (IITK) celebrated its 57th Convocation, awarding degrees to 2,332 graduates across various disciplines. The event was held in two sessions, with opening ceremony taking place in IITK’s distinguished Main Auditorium. Prof. Jayathi Y. Murthy, President of Oregon State University, USA, and an IITK alumna, was the Chief Guest. Dr. Mahesh Gupta, Chairman of the Board of Governors (BoG), IIT Kanpur, and Prof. Manindra Agrawal, Director, IIT Kanpur, also presided over the convocation.

The IIT Kanpur convocation celebrated 2,332 graduates from various disciplines, including 226 PhD recipients, 457 MTech recipients, 842 BTech recipients, 165 MSc (2-year) recipients, 36 MBA recipients, 12 MTech-PhD (Joint Degree) recipients, 1 MDes (Joint Degree) recipient, 17 MDes recipients, 77 MS (by Research) recipients, 40 PGPEX-VLFM recipients, 26 Double Major recipients, 89 Dual Degree recipients, 14 MS-PD (MS part of the Dual Degree) recipients, 125 BS recipients, and 205 eMasters degree programs recipients.

The Chief Guest, Prof. Jayathi Y. Murthy, presented the awards and prizes to the outstanding performers. Having completed her BTech in Mechanical Engineering from IITK, she was recognised as a Distinguished Alumna in 2012. She said, "The world will offer you competing narratives about who you are and what you're worth. It's in your power to choose the narrative of your life and to write your own story. Despite the challenges, I've seen my peers, especially the women of IIT Kanpur, create their own paths and succeed against the odds. So, choose your story wisely. You’ve learnt how to make a living. Now learn how to live your life. Live deeply, live passionately, and live well!'"

Congratulating the graduating students, Prof Manindra Agrawal, Director, IIT Kanpur said, “Graduating from college is a significant milestone, one of the most bittersweet moments. It is hugely rewarding as you have accomplished the goal you have been working towards; and at the same time, you are about to bid farewell to the place where you spent many years learning, making friends, and creating memories! Whichever profession you choose, the spirit of IIT Kanpur you have imbibed will act as your conscience and guiding light."

Highlighting the recognition of exceptional at IIT Kanpur Convocation 2024

This year's convocation celebrated the achievements of exceptional students who received awards in various categories. Kunwar Preet Singh (Computer Science & Engineering) received the prestigious President's Gold Medal. Viplav Patel (Chemical Engineering-Electrical Engineering) and Sarthak Kohli (Computer Science & Engineering) were honoured with the Director’s Gold Medals for outstanding all-round achievement and leadership in the 5-year and 4-year undergraduate programs, respectively. Garima Bawa (Physics) was presented with the Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Medal for best all-around performance, while Tejas Ramakrishnan (Computer Science & Engineering) received the esteemed Ratan Swarup Memorial Prize.

The convocation ceremony concluded on a high note, with the graduates and their families celebrating this significant achievement. As the graduates embark on their new journeys, IIT Kanpur remains committed to supporting their aspirations and contributing to their future successes.

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