The IITB–Monash Research Academy celebrated a memorable evening on 29 August 2026 as 39 PhD scholars graduated from the Joint PhD Program, marking an important milestone in their academic and research journeys.
Held at Taj The Trees, Vikhroli, the Convocation and Excellence Awards brought together graduates, their families, faculty members, supervisors, Academy leadership and representatives of both partner institutions to celebrate years of research, perseverance, discovery and achievement.
The degrees were conferred in the presence of Ms. Geraldine Johns-Putra, the Deputy Chancellor, Monash University; Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director, IIT Bombay; and Prof. Craig Jeffrey, Deputy Vice-Chancellor, Monash University, reflecting the strong institutional partnership at the heart of the IITB–Monash Research Academy. The occasion was a celebration not only of the achievements of the graduating scholars, but also of the enduring India–Australia collaboration that enables students to undertake high-quality research across disciplines and contribute to global research and innovation.
The evening also recognised outstanding research and communication through the Academy’s Excellence Awards, celebrating scholars who demonstrated exceptional achievement in research, presentation and academic contribution.
The Academy also recognised excellence in research communication through the Best Poster Awards:
The awards for research excellence were presented to:
The graduation of 39 scholars represents years of commitment to research and learning, supported by supervisors and the wider IITB–Monash community. Each graduate leaves the Academy carrying not only a doctoral degree, but also the experience of conducting research in a collaborative international environment.
The Academy extends its warmest congratulations to all the graduates, award winners and nominees, and acknowledges the contributions of their supervisors, mentors, families and colleagues who supported them throughout their journeys.
As the evening came to a close, there was a sense of both accomplishment and anticipation — a celebration of what has been achieved and the beginning of what lies ahead.
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