IIT Jodhpur to Confer Degrees on 1,442 Students at 12th Convocation Ceremony; ISRO’s Former Chief S. Somanath Among Distinguished Guests
IIT Jodhpur to Confer Degrees upon 1,442 Graduands at its 12th Convocation on 6 June 2026
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The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) JodIIT Jodhpur Celebrates Academic Excellence as Over 1,400 Ghpur is set to celebrate a significant academic milestone with its 12th Convocation Ceremony on June 6, 2026. A total of 1,442 students will be awarded degrees across undergraduate, postgraduate, doctoral, dual-degree, diploma, and certificate programmes, marking the culmination of years of academic dedication, innovation, and research.
The grand convocation will be held in three phases throughout the day, bringing together distinguished dignitaries, faculty members, students, parents, alumni, industry leaders, and policymakers to honor the achievements of the graduating class.
Three-Phase Convocation to Feature Eminent National Leaders and Academicians
IIT Jodhpur’s 12th Convocation Ceremony will be conducted across three sessions, each recognizing students from different academic programmes.
Postgraduate Convocation Ceremony – 9:00 AM
The day will begin with the Postgraduate Convocation Ceremony, featuring:
- Chief Guest: Dr. S. Somanath, Former Chairman, ISRO
- Guest of Honour: Shri Neelkanth Mishra, Chairperson, UIDAI, Government of India
Undergraduate Convocation Ceremony – 2:00 PM
The Undergraduate Convocation Ceremony will be attended by:
- Chief Guest: Dr. Ajay Kumar, Chairman, UPSC
- Guest of Honour: Prof. Govindan Rangarajan, Director, IISc Bengaluru
Executive Students Commencement Ceremony – 6:00 PM
The celebrations will conclude with the Commencement Ceremony for Executive Students, featuring:
- Chief Guest: Shri Rajeev Kumar Sharma (IPS), Director General of Police, Rajasthan
- Guest of Honour: Shri Sharat Kaviraj (IPS), Commissioner of Police, Jodhpur
All three ceremonies will be presided over by Shri A. S. Kiran Kumar, Chairman, Board of Governors, IIT Jodhpur, while Prof. Avinash Kumar Agarwal, Director, IIT Jodhpur, will deliver the welcome address.
1,442 Students to Receive Degrees Across Diverse Academic Programmes
The 2026 graduating batch represents one of IIT Jodhpur’s most diverse academic cohorts, spanning engineering, sciences, management, medical technologies, and research disciplines.
Programmes Included in Convocation 2026
- Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.)
- B.Tech.-M.Tech. Dual Degree
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
- Master of Science (M.Sc.)
- Master of Technology (M.Tech.)
- Master of Business Administration (MBA)
- MBA-Technology
- MBA Double Degree
- Masters in Medical Technologies
- Masters-Ph.D. Dual Degree (Medical Technologies)
- M.Sc.-M.Tech. Dual Degree
- Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
- Postgraduate Diplomas
- Professional Certificate Programmes
The degrees will be awarded following the successful completion and verification of all academic requirements.
IIT Jodhpur Continues to Strengthen Its National and Global Reputation
Over the years, IIT Jodhpur has emerged as one of India’s leading institutions of national importance. The institute is widely recognized for its interdisciplinary academic programmes, advanced research initiatives, industry collaborations, startup ecosystem, and focus on developing technology-driven solutions for real-world challenges.
The graduating class of 2026 reflects the institute’s commitment to fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, leadership, and societal impact.
Celebrating a Generation Ready for the Future
Beyond the conferring of degrees, the 12th Convocation represents a celebration of a new generation of professionals, researchers, innovators, and entrepreneurs prepared to contribute to India’s growth and global development.
As the graduates step into the next chapter of their careers, they carry forward the values of integrity, excellence, creativity, and service to society that have been nurtured throughout their academic journey at IIT Jodhpur.
The institute has extended a warm welcome to graduating students, parents, alumni, distinguished guests, and well-wishers joining the celebrations, making the occasion a memorable milestone in the lives of the Class of 2026.