Inception: The first IIT, IIT Kharagpur, was founded in 1950 with the help of the Ford Foundation
Growth: By the 1960s, there were 6 IITs in operation. In the 1970s, the number of IITs grew to 10
Reputation: By the 1980s, IITs had established a global reputation for excellence in engineering and technology education
Diversification: In the 1990s, IITs began to diversify their offerings, adding new programs in science, management, and other fields
Globalization: In the 2000s, IITs began to globalize their reach, partnering with universities around the world
Innovation: In the 2010s, IITs began to focus on innovation and entrepreneurship, setting up incubators and accelerators to support student startups
Sustainability: In the 2020s, IITs are committed to sustainability, working to reduce their environmental impact and promote green technology
Leadership: IITs are playing a leading role in India's economic development, training the engineers and scientists who are driving the country's growth
Excellence: IITs continue to strive for excellence, setting new standards in engineering and technology education