IIT Indore – Indian Institute of Technology Overview

IIT Indore was ranked 396 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2023, and placed in the 601+ band in the Times Higher Education (THE) Rankings the same year. On the national front, it ranked 33rd in the NIRF 2024, a slight dip from 28th in 2023. Below is a summary of IIT Indore's rankings by various national and international agencies:

IIT Indore Campus Facilities

IIT Indore is situated in Simrol, around 25 km from the city center of Indore, Madhya Pradesh. The permanent campus spans 501.42 acres and provides a serene, eco-friendly environment conducive to learning and innovation.

Academic Infrastructure

• Lecture Halls & Classrooms
  Equipped with modern teaching aids, smart boards, projectors, and audio-visual systems to support interactive learning.

• Central Library
  Houses thousands of physical and digital resources, including journals, e-books, research databases, and a digital library portal accessible 24/7. Reading spaces are tech-enabled and comfortable for long study hours.

• Laboratories
  Each department has state-of-the-art labs. For instance:

  • Electrical Engineering has high-end circuits and control labs.

  • Mechanical & Civil departments have advanced simulation and prototyping labs.

  • Computer Science offers high-performance computing clusters and AI labs.

• Research Facilities

  • Dedicated research centers like the Centre for Advanced Electronics, Centre for Biosciences and Biomedical Engineering, and others.

  • Access to national and international research collaborations and funding.

Residential & Mess Facilities

• Hostels

  • Separate hostels for male and female students with modern amenities, Wi-Fi, laundry, and recreational areas.

  • Rooms are typically single or double occupancy with attached or common bathrooms.

• Mess & Dining

  • A centralised mess system managed by three caterers (rotated monthly based on student feedback).

  • Hygienic food, both vegetarian and non-vegetarian options, with special meals during festivals.

• Canteens & Cafes

  • Multiple on-campus eateries and food courts offer snacks, meals, and beverages throughout the day.

Sports & Recreation

• Indoor Facilities

  • Gymnasium

  • Table tennis, badminton courts

  • Indoor squash and fitness zones

• Outdoor Facilities

  • Cricket ground, football field, basketball, lawn tennis, and volleyball courts.

  • Annual sports fest (Fluxus) and inter-college tournaments are highlights.

Extracurricular & Clubs

• Over 30+ student clubs and societies in fields like robotics, programming, literature, music, dance, and entrepreneurship.

• Cultural events: “Fluxus” – IIT Indore's annual techno-cultural fest draws participation from across India.

• Technical fests, hackathons, workshops, and speaker sessions are frequently organised.

Innovation & Incubation

• IITI DRISHTI CPS Foundation – A technology innovation hub under the NM-ICPS initiative.

• Incubation Cell supports student startups and early-stage innovators through funding, mentorship, and industry partnerships.

Connectivity & Other Amenities

• Transport: Regular shuttle services between campus and Indore city.

• Medical Facilities: On-campus health center with 24x7 medical staff, ambulance, and tie-ups with hospitals in the city.

• Banking: In-campus ATMs and bank branches (SBI and Canara Bank).

• Retail Stores: Utility shops for daily needs, stationery, and personal items.

• Wi-Fi & Network: Campus-wide internet access, with high-speed LAN/Wi-Fi in academic and residential buildings.