Founded in 1958, IIT Bombay is one of India's premier engineering and research institutions. Located in Powai, Mumbai, the institute is recognized as a leader in engineering education and research, consistently ranking among top global universities. As an Institute of National Importance, it maintains excellence across technical and interdisciplinary programs
13,073
Total enrollment
772
Faculty size
2.2 sq km
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Institute of National Importance Status
Institute of Eminence
IIT Bombay provides comprehensive career development support through multiple channels. The institute's strong industry connections and academic excellence result in exceptional placement records. Through partnerships with global organizations and research institutions, students receive extensive opportunities for career advancement. The effectiveness is demonstrated by high employer reputation scores and significant research impact across various sectors
81.9
Employer reputation score
73.1
Citation score
55.5
Academic reputation
47.4
Employment outcome
These are the expert instructors who will be teaching you throughout the course. With a wealth of knowledge and real-world experience, they’re here to guide, inspire, and support you every step of the way. Get to know the people who will help you reach your learning goals and make the most of your journey.
Distinguished Professor of Practice and Entrepreneurship Expert at IIT Bombay
Devdip Purkayastha serves as Professor of Practice at the Desai Sethi School of Entrepreneurship (DSSE) at IIT Bombay, bringing over three decades of executive leadership experience from global corporations. His impressive corporate career includes senior roles as President & CEO at CHEP India, Vice President at DHL Express South Asia, and Divisional Manager at P&G Asia. His academic credentials include a B.Tech from IIT Kharagpur, an MBA from IIM Calcutta, and executive education from The Wharton School. At DSSE, he focuses on developing the next generation of entrepreneurs through teaching entrepreneurship courses, conducting workshops, and mentoring startup teams. His work has contributed to DSSE's impressive track record of training over 3,800 students, mentoring 900 students, and helping launch more than 80 startups. He previously served as President & CEO of Enactus India and has received numerous accolades including the CEO of the Year award and recognition as an Evangelist of the Year in the logistics and supply chain sector.
Distinguished Network Security and Wireless Communications Expert at IIT Bombay
Gaurav S. Kasbekar serves as an Associate Professor in the Department of Electrical Engineering at IIT Bombay, bringing extensive expertise in wireless networks and network security. His academic journey includes a B.Tech in Electrical Engineering from IIT Bombay (2004), an M.Tech in Electronics Design and Technology from IISc Bangalore (2006), where he received the prestigious CEDT Design Medal, and a Ph.D. from the University of Pennsylvania (2011). His professional experience includes roles as a Research Intern at Microsoft Research Cambridge and Engineer at Ittiam Systems. His research focuses on critical areas including wireless network design, cognitive radio networks, drone communications, and IoT security. He leads several significant research projects, including MeitY-sponsored research on 5G and beyond, and an Arista Networks-sponsored project on WiFi security. His contributions to the field have been recognized through various awards, including an Honorable Mention at COMSNETS 2015 and the Best Paper Award (Runner Up) at the National Conference on Communications 2022