The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961

The Institutes of Technology Act, 1961 is an Indian law that established the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) to promote education, research, and training in technology and engineering fields. The act defines the functions and responsibilities of the IITs, including the power to award degrees and diplomas, to hold examinations, and to undertake research and consultancy services. The act also outlines the governance structure of the IITs, including the appointment of directors and the formation of governing councils. The act was amended in 2020 to provide for the formation of the Indian Institutes of Information Technology (IIITs) as well.