BITS Pilani Convocation 2025: Goa Campus Celebrates 968 Graduates Across BE, MSc, ME & PhD

BITS Pilani hosted Convocation at Goa campus awarding degrees to 968 students. In total 17,014 degrees were conferred across all campuses

BITS Pilani Convocation 2025

Birla Institute of Technology & Science Pilani celebrated Convocation at Goa campus. Total of 968 students from different programmes received their degrees at Goa campus. Across all BITS Pilani campuses including Work Integrated Learning Programs, 17,014 degrees were awarded. This convocation was graced by Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary to Government of India, Department of Science & Technology as Chief Guest, alongside Prof. V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor of BITS Pilani.

This year’s graduating cohort reflected BITS Pilani’s strong commitment to inclusivity, with 4,563 women earning degrees across all programmes and campuses, accounting for 26.8% of total graduates. At Goa campus, a record 48 women were awarded PhDs, making up 46.3% of doctoral recipients.

Prof. Abhay Karandikar, Secretary, Department of Science & Technology, Government of India, said, “Institutions like BITS Pilani are at the forefront of shaping a research-driven, innovation-led future for India. As graduates of this esteemed institution, you carry the responsibility to not only excel in your careers but also to contribute meaningfully to society and the nation. With the right mindset, scientific rigor, and a deep commitment to ethical leadership, you are well-equipped to solve the grand challenges of our time.”

Professor V. Ramgopal Rao, Vice Chancellor of BITS Pilani in his address emphasised, "Today marks not just the culmination of your academic journey, but the beginning of your impact journey. As BITSians, you are equipped not just with technical knowledge, but with values, resilience, and a spirit of innovation. Go forth and be the architects of change, because true success lies in the positive difference you create in the world around you”

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