IIIT Ranchi Director Discusses Future Plans with Jharkhand Chief Minister

Prof. Rajiv Srivastava, Director of IIIT Ranchi, recently met with Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren to discuss the institute's future direction and ongoing projects. Established in 2016, IIIT Ranchi offers various B.Tech programs and is nearing completion of its permanent campus. The meeting highlighted the institute's commitment to academic excellence and its improving placement records, with many students securing jobs in prestigious companies. This engagement underscores the importance of collaboration between educational institutions and government for fostering development in the region.

By Ambika Singh Sep 19, 2025, 12:36 IST

IIIT Ranchi's Engagement with State Leadership

On Thursday, Prof. Rajiv Srivastava, the Director of the Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Ranchi, visited the residence of Jharkhand Chief Minister Hemant Soren. The purpose of this meeting was to discuss the institute's ongoing projects, future plans, and overall direction.

During the discussion, Prof. Srivastava provided insights into the academic and research initiatives at IIIT Ranchi, highlighting significant projects and future strategies. He emphasized the institute's status as a national asset and its commitment to addressing the evolving needs of society and the nation. In response, CM Hemant Soren praised the institute's contributions and promised comprehensive support for its development.

Background of IIIT Ranchi

Established in 2016 through an Act of Parliament, IIIT Ranchi is a collaborative effort involving the Ministry of Education, the Jharkhand Government, and industry partners such as CCL, TTL, and TCS.

Currently, the institute operates from a temporary campus located at ARTTC, BSNL in Ranchi, with hostel and residential facilities available at both the BSNL campus and Khelgaon Housing Complex. The construction of a permanent campus in Sanga village, Kanke block, is nearing completion.

Academic Programs Offered

IIIT Ranchi has a capacity of 320 seats for its B.Tech program each year, with admissions conducted through JEE Main and its counseling process. The institute offers five B.Tech specializations:

Computer Science and Engineering

Electronics and Communication Engineering

Computer Science (Specialization: AI and Data Science)

Electronics and Communication (Specialization: IoT and Embedded Systems)

Math and Computing

Postgraduate and Research Opportunities

In addition to the undergraduate programs, IIIT Ranchi provides M.Tech degrees in AI and Data Science, IoT and Embedded Systems, as well as PhD programs. These courses are available in both full-time and part-time formats. Collaborating with IIT Patna, the institute also offers MBA and MCA courses in a hybrid format, catering to both students and working professionals across the nation.

Prof. Srivastava noted that the placement statistics for the institute are on an upward trend, with numerous students securing positions in esteemed companies, thereby enhancing the institute's reputation.