Illinois Institute of Technology (Illinois Tech), one of the United States’ leading technology-focused research universities, has received the Letter of Approval (LoA) from the University Grants Commission (UGC), marking a significant milestone in enabling the University to commence academic operations for its inaugural intake at the Mumbai campus.
The approval allows Illinois Tech Mumbai to formally begin student enrolment for programmes commencing in September 2026. The University will offer undergraduate programmes in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Business, and Engineering, alongside postgraduate programmes designed to meet the needs of an innovation-driven economy.
Mallik Sundharam, Vice President, Illinois Institute of Technology, said: “By bringing an American, technology-focused education to India, we are enabling students to earn a globally recognized U.S. degree while benefiting from interdisciplinary learning, experiential education, and close collaboration with industry. Our graduates will be equipped with the technical expertise, entrepreneurial mindset, and global perspective to lead innovation, contribute to India’s economic growth, and succeed with multinational organizations and emerging technology companies around the world.”
The establishment of Illinois Tech Mumbai reflects the University’s founding mission of serving learners from all walks of life and its enduring commitment to meeting learners where they are by expanding access to globally recognized U.S. education and supporting India’s growing technology and innovation ecosystem.
Applications Now Open
Applications for the inaugural Fall 2026 intake are now open. Prospective students can learn more about academic programmes, admissions, scholarships, faculty, and campus life at : https://www.iit.edu/mumbai
