Research & Innovation
Made at BITS For the World
Having pioneered several curricular and pedagogic attributes, BITS Pilani has a vision to be amongst the top research-led institutions in the country. The qualities of innovation, enterprise, commitment to excellence, adherence to merit and transparency have characterised the Institute during its inexorable march to eminence.
Our Impact. In Number.
1720
Total Project
550+
Ongoing Projects
423
Total R&D Funding (Crores)
2550+
Ph.D Students
634
IP Filed
144
IP Granted
28785
Publications
381127
Citations
184
H-Index
The Forces Behind Our Research & Innovation
These verticals collectively empower BITS Pilani’s Research & Innovation department to transform ideas into impactful solutions for a better tomorrow.
- Facilitates research funding through national and international grant opportunities.
- Fosters academia–industry links to solve real-world problems.
- Promotes industrial collaboration for high-impact research and development.
- Nurtures innovation culture among students and faculty.
- Organises hackathons, ideation sessions, and start-up challenges for idea transformation.
- Encourages cross-disciplinary solutions for societal challenges.
- Supports IP protection—patents, trademarks, and copyrights.
- Provides strategic support for technology transfer and commercialisation.
- Forges industry partnerships for the societal and economic impact of intellectual property.
A Research Ecosystem Built to Champion Your Boldest Ideas
When it comes to embarking on a transformative research project, there are countless reasons why BITS Pilani stands out as the ideal choice.
With over 1,000 faculty members, BITS Pilani boasts an extensive network of experienced professionals committed to fostering research and innovation. Their expertise spans a wide array of disciplines, providing you with a diverse knowledge base to draw from.
BITS Pilani is backed by a strong Research and Innovation team that provides unwavering support to the research ecosystem. This team ensures that you have the necessary resources, guidance, and infrastructure to pursue your research goals.
At BITS Pilani, research thrives on a vibrant pool of intellectual talent, comprising dedicated faculty, inquisitive students, and over 2,500 doctoral scholars. This synergy fosters an ecosystem where innovative ideas are actively nurtured and transformed.
Inside BITS Pilani’s Research Initiatives
New Faculty Seed Grant
• Supports early-stage research by providing competitive seed funding for newly joined faculty to establish independent research programs.
• Enables procurement of essential equipment and initial project development, fostering readiness for external grant applications & long-term research impact
Cross-Disciplinary Research Framework
• Nurtures faculty collaborations and facilitates cross-disciplinary research initiatives.
• Enables greater access to external funding and drives high-quality, impactful research outcomes.
Student Programme for Advancing Research, Knowledge, and Entrepreneurship
• Challenge-driven student research guided by faculty, promoting discovery, innovation, and collaboration across batches.
• Supports long-term problem solving by funding student-led ideas with potential for patents, publications, or startups.
Innovation Program for Solving Societal and Business Problems
. Supports student-led solutions to pressing societal and business problems with guidance and incubation opportunities.
• Enables idea-to-enterprise journeys, including funding support and incubation with optional team or faculty collaboration.
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