Bengaluru, February 10, 2025: The International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) and Nokia inked a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) at the IIIT-B campus. This collaboration aims to strengthen industry-academia relations, enhance experiential learning, and equip students with industry-relevant skills in emerging technologies.
The partnership is designed to foster stronger ties between academia and industry, with key objectives including:
Speaking on the occasion, Prof. Debabrata Das, Director, IIIT-Bangalore, said:
“We are delighted to collaborate with NOKIA Research and Development in Bangalore as this is a great opportunity for shaping the future of technology. The partnership will empower collaboration with cutting-edge areas like communication and Digital Twin, etc., while driving innovation in emerging technologies. By bridging academia and industry, we aim to focus on translatable research and create solutions that benefit businesses, society, and the future workforce alike.”
This MoU marks a significant step towards strengthening industry-academia collaboration, ensuring that students are well-equipped to contribute to the rapidly evolving tech landscape.
About IIIT-Bangalore
IIIT-Bangalore is a premier institute dedicated to undergraduate and postgraduate programs specializing in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI), IT for Society, and broader fields of IT and research. Situated in the heart of Electronic City, Bangalore, it holds a prominent position in the academic landscape. IIIT-Bangalore is graded A+ by National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC). IIIT-Bangalore secured the 74th position in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rankings for the second consecutive year, 2024 reflecting its commitment to academic excellence. The institute was ranked number 9 among India’s Best Technical Universities (Private) by India Today. IIIT-Bangalore contains state-of-the-art infrastructure, eminently qualified faculty, a vibrant alumni community, cutting-edge research facilities, and close industry collaborations.
The institute’s specially designed courses make the students’ cognizant of the current technologies. Experiential learning and practices followed in the institute equip them with the tools and knowledge to solve contemporary real problems. IIIT-Bangalore has consistently achieved excellent placement records every year since its establishment in 1998, thanks to the unwavering support of the industry and the expanding pool of highly skilled alumni.
For more information about IIIT-Bangalore, please visit www.iiitb.ac.in
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