IIT Madras to launch first international centre in Dubai

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras is all set to take a step forward towards global research and innovation. It will now establish its first international flagship centre in Dubai. The IITM Global Dubai Centre is planned to be launched in early 2025. It will specialise in cutting-edge fields, like artificial intelligence (AI) , data science, robotics and sustainable energy.

The goal of the centre is to create a vital link between India's entrepreneurial ecosystem and Dubai's growing technology landscape. The launch of IITM Global Dubai Centre will follow a strategic agreement between IIT Madras and the Dubai Department of economy and Tourism .(DET)

The agreement was signed during GITEX Global 2024, one of the largest technology exhibitions worldwide, by Hadi Badri, CEO of the Dubai Economic Development Corporation (DEDC), and Professor Raghunathan Rengaswamy, Dean of Global Engagement at IIT Madras.
As the first international centre under IITM’s new initiative, ‘IITM Global,’ the Dubai Centre will drive research, innovation, intellectual property licencing, and technology transfer in priority sectors for Dubai.

The focus will be on leveraging advanced technologies to support the international scaling of deep-tech startups, further enhancing the region's technological capabilities.
IIT Madras is widely recognised for its excellence in technical education, research, and innovation. With a reputation built on its world-class faculty, talented students, and strong industry partnerships, the institute has garnered significant acclaim both in India and globally.

Its designation as an Institute of Eminence further underscores its commitment to advancing knowledge and fostering innovation. The establishment of the IITM Global Dubai Centre marks a new chapter for IIT Madras as it expands its influence on the international stage.
By focusing on advanced research and fostering entrepreneurship in vital technological fields, the centre is committed to contribute significantly to both India’s and Dubai’s innovation ecosystems alike. It looks forward to future benefits and transformation.