IIT Bombay and Tohoku University Join Forces to Create Joint Excellence Hub
IIT Bombay and Tohoku University have signed an agreement to establish a Joint Institute of Excellence, marking a significant step towards deepening Indo-Japanese academic and research collaboration.
IIT Bombay and Tohoku University
The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bombay and Tohoku University, Japan, have signed a Joint Statement to establish the Tohoku University–IIT Bombay Joint Institute of Excellence (JIE), a strategic collaboration aimed at advancing academic and research excellence, fostering industry-academia co-creation, and promoting diverse collaborative initiatives. For Indo-Japanese academic relations, the two institutions also formalized an agreement to launch a Dual Doctoral Degree Program, marking a transformative step in deepening bilateral research engagement.
This partnership is poised to catalyze cutting-edge research, enable dynamic student and faculty exchange, and foster innovation across critical domains of mutual interest ranging from sustainable energy and artificial intelligence to materials science, disaster resilience, and beyond. The agreements were formalised during a special ceremony held at Tohoku University, graced by senior officials, faculty members, and delegates from both institutions.
Among the distinguished attendees were: Sibi George, Ambassador of India to Japan, Gakuji Ito, Director-General, Higher Education Bureau, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan, Kanji Fujiki, Director-General, Japan Science and Technology Agency, Sakura Science Exchange Program, Kazuhiro Aoki, Managing Director, The 77 Bank Ltd and a delegation from Tohoku University, led by its President, Prof. T. Tominaga.
Representing IIT Bombay at the ceremony were Sharad Kumar Saraf, Chairman of the Board of Governors; Prof. Shireesh B. Kedare, Director; Prof. Milind Atrey, Deputy Director (ART); Prof. Sudarshan Kumar, Dean (International Relations); Prof. Suvarn Kulkarni, Dean (Academic Programs); Prof. P. Seshu, Convenor of the JIE Committee; and Chandrika Naik from the International Relations Office.
As part of the proceedings, Prof. Masahiro Yamaguchi provided an overview of the Joint Institute of Excellence (JIE) initiative between IIT Bombay and Tohoku University. Prof. Daisuke Komori highlighted Tohoku University’s ongoing activities, while Prof. P. Seshu outlined IIT Bombay’s contributions and shared the institute’s vision for collaboration.
Q: What is the JEE Advanced cut off for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering in IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology?
Q: Which is better for MSc in Chemistry- IIT Kharagpur or IIT Bombay?
Q: I am getting IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay for Chemical and IIT Gandhinagar for CSE. What should I opt for?
JEE Advanced cutoff 2024 has been released for the last round. For IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay, the last round cutoff for Chemical Engineering were 2221 and 2545, respectively, for the General AI category candidates. For IIT Gandhinagar, the last round cutoff for CSE was 1708. So, to answer your question, IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay are always a good options as compared to IIT Gandhinagar based on their NIRF ranking. For Chemical Engineering, both IIT Delhi and IIT Bombay are highly recommended as they have excellent faculty, research opportunities, and strong alumni networks. Also, Chemical Engineering offers you an opportunity to work in PSU, whereas CSE students don’t have that opportunity.
However, On the other hand, a CSE student have an opportunity to work in MNC’s with higher salary package even more than what PSU’s give. But since, IIT Gandhinagar has been ranked 18th in the NIRF Ranking 2024, you must consider its other aspects such as placement, ROI etc to take your decision.
In March 2025, IIT Bombay hosted a week-long Global Immersion Program for students from Tohoku University, laying the foundation for deeper academic engagement. This partnership heralds a new era of global academic synergy, innovation, and lasting friendship between India and Japan.
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For 2022, cut off was 61 for General category candidates in All India quota for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering in IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology. For female candidates in general category under All India quota, 305 was the closing rank. B.Tech cut off varies depending on the category and domicile/quota of the applicant.