- IIT Kanpur’s 57th Convocation saw 2,332 graduates receive degrees.
- Prof. Jayathi Y. Murthy, President of Oregon State University, was the Chief Guest.
- Notable awards were presented to outstanding students for their achievements.
The 57th Convocation of IIT Kanpur, held on June 29, celebrated the graduation of 2,332 students across various disciplines. The event featured an inspiring address by Prof. Jayathi Y. Murthy, an esteemed alumna and President of Oregon State University, who emphasized the importance
writing one’s own narrative and pursuing a meaningful life. Prof. Manindra Agrawal, the Director of IIT Kanpur, congratulated the graduates and highlighted the value of leveraging their technical expertise for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Celebrating Excellence: IIT Kanpur’s 57th Convocation Ceremony
Awards were presented to exceptional students for their outstanding achievements. Kunwar Preet Singh received the President’s Gold Medal, while Viplav Patel and Sarthak Kohli were honored with the Director’s Gold Medals. The Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Medal for best all-round performance went to Garima Bawa, and Tejas Ramakrishnan was awarded the Ratan Swarup Memorial Prize. These recognitions underscore the high academic standards and all-round excellence fostered at IIT Kanpur.
Prof. Manindra Agrawal, the Director of IIT Kanpur, addressed the graduates, congratulating them on their achievements and urging them to use their technical knowledge to solve societal challenges and foster economic growth through innovation and entrepreneurship. He emphasized the importance of the IIT Kanpur spirit as a guiding light in their professional journeys.
Several students were honored with prestigious awards during the ceremony. Kunwar Preet Singh was awarded the President’s Gold Medal for his exceptional academic performance in Computer Science & Engineering. Viplav Patel and Sarthak Kohli received the Director’s Gold Medals for their outstanding all-round achievement and leadership in their respective programs. Garima Bawa was presented with the Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Medal for best all-round performance, and Tejas Ramakrishnan received the Ratan Swarup Memorial Prize.
This year’s convocation highlighted the diverse accomplishments of IIT Kanpur’s graduates. The degrees conferred included 226 PhDs, 457 MTechs, 842 BTechs, 165 MScs, 36 MBAs, 12 MTech-PhD joint degrees, and several others across a wide range of disciplines. The celebration reflected the institute’s commitment to fostering excellence and innovation in various fields.
The 57th Convocation of IIT Kanpur was a testament to the hard work and dedication of its graduates. The ceremony not only celebrated their academic achievements but also inspired them to continue making significant contributions to society. With the IIT Kanpur spirit as their guide, these graduates are well-equipped to tackle future challenges and drive positive change.
“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.”
– Prof. Jayathi Y. Murthy
