Dear Alumnus/ Alumna,

IIT Madras is poised to attain great heights. There are several interdisciplinary initiatives that IITM is undertaking in areas such as sustainability, healthcare and technology that have two things in common – they bring together the smartest minds in the country and solve some of the world's largest and most challenging problems. World class faculty who excel in research working in partnership with gifted students are making pathbreaking advances in these areas.

IIT Madras is not only contributing to advances in scientific knowledge, we are also actively translating this research for practical impact. We are home to India’s most vibrant university-based startup ecosystem, advise several government agencies on matters of policy and work closely with companies and communities to implement projects that have a direct positive impact on people's lives. It is no wonder that we have consistently been ranked as the #1 University in the NIRF rankings.

None of this would be possible without the generous support of our Alumni and the Corporates that we work with. Alumni, philanthropists and corporates have generously funded cutting edge research programs, world class infrastructure on our campus and have helped create an enabling environment for our students, staff and faculty to collaborate and produce significant outcomes. This support has accelerated our growth and enhanced our impact on society.

IIT Madras now aspires to be one of the top universities in the world. To turn our dreams into reality, the support of our alumni, well-wishers and industry partners, both in terms of time and resources, is more crucial than ever. I hope that you will continue to be with us on this journey, and I look forward to meeting and working with each of you. I firmly believe that together, we will make the country, and the world, a better place to live in.

Sincerely,
Dr. Ashwin Mahalingam
Department of Civil Engineering
Dean, Alumni & Corporate Relations
IIT Madras
Email : deanacr@iitm.ac.in

Dear Alumnus/ Alumna,

The institute has been able to establish itself as India’s continuing leader in academic excellence, innovation and technological expertise, thanks to the growing support of our committed alumni and generous patrons, year after year. We are very proud of our large and vibrant alumni community, the extended family of IIT Madras. We will always remain grateful to you, our alumni, for your steadfast commitment in upholding the institute and for your keen interest in enabling its global aspirations, be it in fostering innovation and entrepreneurship on campus, cutting-edge research or giving wings to students’ dreams.

The Office of Institutional Advancement, was created with the intention of aiding in the development of the institute's enduring assets, ensuring the institute's sustainability and financial stability over the long term. As an office, we strive to continually create meaningful engagement in various ways, of the Institute’s 55,000+ alumni, now spread out across 82 different countries. We cultivate cooperation with alumni, companies, foundations, and other like-minded organizations. Our alumni are the most valuable asset we have, bar none. For the IIT Madras students, teachers, and staff, the continuing support of the alumni towards the Institute in the form of funding, resources, and mentorship, acts as a crucial support network. So do stay in touch, and let us take IIT Madras to greater heights, together!

Sincerely,
Mr. Kaviraj Nair,
CEO, Office of Institutional Advancement,
IIT Madras.