About Us

IIT Jammu is recognized as an “Institute of National Importance” under the “Institutes of Technology Act” of 1961. IIT Jammu is an autonomous public higher education institute that operates under the governance of the IIT Council and receives funding from the Government of India.

Inaugurated on 6th August 2016, IIT Jammu opened its doors to the first batch of students at its campus in Paloura, Jammu. During its initial phases, the institute benefited from the mentorship of IIT Delhi.

In 2018, IIT Jammu shifted its primary operations to the Main Campus located in Jagti, Nagrota. The Government of Jammu and Kashmir generously provided 400 acres of land for the establishment of the permanent campus. Currently, Phase 1A of the main campus, covering 25 acres, is fully operational, while Phase 1B and 1C are under construction.

The Paloura campus currently accommodates PhD scholars and is being developed into a cutting-edge research facility.

Situated on National Highway 44, the main campus of IIT Jammu is conveniently located approximately 15 kilometers from the airport, offering easy accessibility to students and faculty alike.

IIT Jammu are offering specialized PG Certification programs in partnership with TeamLease EdTech.

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IIT Jammu Logo

Map of Jammu: The institute is located in the crown of India - Jammu & Kashmir. The logo gives prominence to the map as it brilliantly speaks about its origin and establishment.

Picture of the Sun: The striking splash of the sunbeams is designed to form the map. It positions the institute as one illuminating the lives of its students through its effective pedagogy.

Ashok Chakra: The 24 spokes of Ashok Chakra are represented in the logo through the rays of the sun to demonstrate that the institute celebrates Indian-ness.

The map of the state of Jammu & Kashmir is one of the most beautiful maps among the Indian states. The beautiful and bright sunlight is innovatively shaped to form the map of Jammu & Kashmir, clearly communicating about the institute’s location and its optimistic vision.

Our Motto

Learn, Engage, Invent, Create Impact

Our Vision

"To create tomorrow's world through technological interventions which are humanistic, creative and futuristic."