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IIT Roorkee

IIT Roorkee, established in 1847, is one of India's premier engineering institutions located in Roorkee, Uttarakhand. Originally founded as Thomason College of Civil Engineering, it became the first engineering college in India. It is now part of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IIT) system, known for its high academic standards and competitive entrance exams. IIT Roorkee offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields of engineering, technology, and sciences. The institute is recognized for its research contributions, strong alumni network, and significant role in advancing India's technological and engineering capabilities.