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IITs To Allow Students To Study Across Campuses Starting This Academic Year

TT Editor·Updated: 21 Feb 2026 3:12 pm IST
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IITs To Allow Students To Study Across Campuses Starting This Academic Year

In a significant shift from traditional academic structures, the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) will introduce a new policy this academic year, allowing students to study across different IIT campuses. This initiative aims to provide greater flexibility in education, resembling global exchange programs while maintaining the IIT framework. Students will now have the opportunity to experience diverse academic environments and courses, fostering collaboration and innovation among the IITs. The move is expected to enhance learning experiences and promote interdisciplinary studies, reflecting a broader trend in higher education towards more integrated and flexible learning pathways. By breaking away from the stringent rank-based systems, the IITs are positioning themselves to better prepare students for a rapidly changing global landscape, encouraging mobility and interaction among the next generation of engineers and technologists.

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