15-05-2025
IIT Tirupati celebrates 10 years with landmark tie-ups
Marking a decade of its existence, the Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati (IIT-T) has announced a series of strategic tie-ups with state, national, and international agencies aimed at benefitting the student community.
A standout collaboration is IIT-T's tie-up with the Government of Andhra Pradesh as the official knowledge partner for the Tirupati Spoke of Ratan Tata Innovation Hub (RTIH). This partnership is part of the government's visionary Hub-and-Spoke model for entrepreneurship and innovation. The Tirupati Spoke will serve as a regional catalyst for startup growth and MSME support, working alongside industrial partners such as Adani Group, Amara Raja Group, and Navayuga Engineering Company Ltd.
As a knowledge partner, IIT-Tirupati will provide critical support through mentorship, research collaboration, and development of tailored solutions to regional and national challenges—aligning closely with the Viksit Bharat Mission.
Another significant partnership is a five-year partnership with carmaker Kia India, supported with an investment commitment of ₹35 crores (2025–2029). This collaboration aims to promote engineering excellence, research-driven innovation, and nurture industry-ready talent in the domains of advanced manufacturing, electric mobility, and sustainable automotive technologies.
Kia India will also initiate an internship program with Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs), ensuring smooth industry integration for students. Additionally, merit-based and need-based scholarships will be extended to deserving students, expanding access to advanced education.
Addressing a media conference at the campus on Thursday, IIT-T Director Prof. K.N. Satyanarayana said, 'The partnership with Kia goes beyond an MoU—it's a convergence of vision and commitment toward shaping the future of mobility and engineering in India. Together, we aim to create transformative opportunities.'
Campus infrastructure
On the infrastructure front, under Phase-A civil works worth ₹867.49 crore, furniture and equipment procurement worth ₹224.26 crore, and ₹352.31 crore allocated for recurring expenditure totalling to ₹1,444 crore. The Central government has now approved works under Phase-B amounting to ₹2,313 crore, a major boost to campus infrastructure.
