2026 - IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Centenary Year | Commemorative Coin

A commemorative coin of ₹100 will be issued to mark the Centenary Year of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad. The gazette notification is awaited from the Ministry of Finance.

The Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad—widely known as IIT (ISM) Dhanbad—is one of India’s premier institutions dedicated to advanced education and research in engineering, sciences, and technology. Established in 1926 as the Indian School of Mines by the British Indian Government, the institution was initially conceived to cater to the mining and geological needs of the country. Modeled on the Royal School of Mines in London, it served as a specialized institute for mining engineering, earth sciences and related fields, playing a pivotal role in shaping India’s mining sector, mineral exploration and industrial development.

Over the years, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad expanded its academic offerings far beyond its mining origins, evolving into a multidisciplinary, research-driven institution of national significance. Its transformation reached a major milestone in 2016, when it was granted the status of an Indian Institute of Technology, bringing it into the league of India’s elite engineering institutions. With this elevation came greater autonomy, enhanced research opportunities and a broadened academic framework designed to address emerging global challenges.

Today, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad offers a wide spectrum of undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programs covering engineering, sciences, management, humanities and social sciences. While mining engineering, petroleum engineering, applied geology and geophysics remain signature programs, the institute has also strengthened its presence in computer science, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, chemical engineering, environmental science, data analytics and artificial intelligence. This academic diversification reflects the institute’s commitment to adapting to technological shifts and fostering innovation across disciplines.

The campus, located in the mineral-rich belt of Jharkhand, provides a dynamic environment that blends rigorous academics with hands-on learning. State-of-the-art laboratories, advanced research centres and collaborations with industry and international institutions contribute to a robust research ecosystem. Faculty members engage in cutting-edge research in areas such as mining automation, energy studies, sustainable development, robotics, advanced materials, cyber-physical systems and earth science technologies.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is also known for its strong industry interface. Given its historical roots in mining and earth sciences, the institute maintains close ties with leading public sector undertakings, private corporations and research organisations in sectors such as mining, oil and gas, energy, steel, information technology and consulting. Students benefit from internships, training programs and campus placements that consistently record excellent outcomes.

Cultural and technical festivals like Concetto, Srijan and Parakram enrich campus life, providing students platforms to showcase talent, creativity and leadership. The institute’s alumni network, spread across the globe, includes distinguished scientists, engineers, entrepreneurs and industry leaders who continue to contribute to national and global progress.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad stands today as a symbol of India’s journey from industrial-era mining education to cutting-edge technological innovation. Its legacy, built over nearly a century, reflects an institution continually evolving to meet the demands of a changing world while remaining grounded in its foundational strengths.