IIITDM‑Kurnool held its eighth convocation, awarding degrees to 250 students across B.Tech, M.Tech, dual and Ph.D. programs. Padma Shri Yella Venkateswara Rao urged the graduates to apply their skills for societal betterment and nation‑building.

Key Takeaways

  • Degrees awarded to 250 graduates
  • Padma Shri Yella Venkateswara Rao urged societal contribution
  • IIITDM‑K achieved a 77% placement rate

The Indian Institute of Information Technology, Design and Manufacturing Kurnool (IIITDM‑K) celebrated its eighth convocation on Saturday, conferring degrees on 250 students from undergraduate, postgraduate, dual‑degree and doctoral programmes. The ceremony underscored the institute’s rapid academic growth and its strong industry‑academia linkages.

Chief Guest’s Inspiring Address

Padma Shri Yella Venkateswara Rao, a celebrated mridangam virtuoso, served as the chief guest. In his address, he emphasized lifelong learning, humility and ethical conduct, urging graduates to pursue excellence with discipline and perseverance. He reminded them that true success lies in using their knowledge to uplift society and contribute meaningfully to nation‑building.

Academic Highlights

Director B.S. Murty presented the Institute Report for the 2025‑26 academic year, highlighting the launch of interdisciplinary minors in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Robotics, Unmanned Aerial Systems and Entrepreneurship. Over 65% of students opted for at least one minor, signalling a shift toward multidisciplinary expertise.

Placement Performance

The 2025‑26 placement season saw 93 recruiters extend 101 job offers, delivering an overall placement rate of 77%. The highest package was ₹65 lakh, while the average salary stood at ₹11.68 lakh per annum. Top employers included Microsoft, Amazon, Infosys, Deloitte, IBM, Cashfree Payments, TCS and several emerging‑tech firms.

Infrastructure and Sustainability Initiatives

Key infrastructure upgrades featured expanded boys’ and girls’ hostels, commissioning of a 500 kWp solar rooftop power plant, and the establishment of the Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs to foster innovation and industry‑driven research. These developments aim to provide a holistic learning environment that encourages entrepreneurship.

Receiving a degree marks the beginning of a lifelong journey of innovation, responsibility and societal impact. The graduates of IIITDM‑K are now poised to leverage their technical expertise for sustainable solutions that will shape India’s future.