IIT-H to Host Major Metallurgy Meet From December 4 to 6
Hyderabad is gearing up to host one of India’s largest gatherings of metallurgists and materials scientists at the Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad (IIT-H) from December 4 to 6, 2025. This significant event will combine the 79th annual technical meeting of the Indian Institute of Metals (IIM) and an international conference focusing on advanced materials and critical minerals essential for energy transition.
Event Overview
The conference is expected to attract over 1,600 participants, including a substantial number of students who will present their research work. Prof. B.S. Murty, the director of IIT-H and president of the IIM, emphasized that the event aims to strengthen the ties between industry and academia through presentations by leading experts and researchers.
Significance of the Conference
Prof. Suhash R. Dey of IIT-H referred to the event as “a Kumbh Mela for metallurgists and materials scientists,” highlighting the impressive number of submissions received. The conference has garnered over 1,400 abstracts across 14 themes, with technical committees reviewing these submissions to recommend 409 oral presentations across 14 parallel sessions. Additionally, there will be around 750 poster presentations, featuring approximately 70 invited speakers throughout the sessions.
Key Sessions and Collaborations
During the conference, IIM will host specialized sessions on advances in steel in collaboration with the Japan Institute of Metals and Materials (JIMM). There will also be sessions focused on high-entropy alloys and Integrated Computational Materials Engineering (ICME) in partnership with The Minerals, Metals & Materials Society (TMS) from the USA. Dr. S.V.S. Narayana Murty, vice-president of the IIM and CMD of Midhani (Mishra Dhatu Nigam), expressed that these sessions would facilitate meaningful discussions among stakeholders aimed at advancing self-sustainability in the metallurgy sector.
International Participation
The conference is expected to feature 40 distinguished international speakers who will address frontier areas in metallurgy and materials science. Prof. Dey assured that every abstract submitted underwent a thorough review process by subject experts across the country to ensure fairness and quality, making this the largest number of abstracts ever received for an IIM-ATM event.
Hyderabad’s Growing Reputation
The announcement of this conference coincides with significant developments in Hyderabad’s aerospace sector, including the unveiling of Skyroot Aerospace’s Vikram 1 rocket and its new Infinity campus. Dr. S.K. Jha, chairman of the IIM Hyderabad chapter, highlighted that the city has become a hub for materials research, driven by collaborations between research labs, academic institutes, and industries focused on strategic applications.
Educational Initiatives
IIT Hyderabad is leveraging this event to showcase its advancements in materials science and related fields. Following the announcement of the India Semiconductor Mission on May 1, 2022, the institute launched the country’s first BTech program in IC Design and Technology, followed by an MTech in semiconductor packaging. In a bid to inspire the next generation of engineers, IIM has invited more than 100 BTech and diploma students from leading institutions across India to attend the conference and engage with industry professionals.
Awards and Recognition
The conference will also feature morning sessions from December 4 to 6, dedicated to award presentations. Invitations are being extended to ministers from mining, steel, and related departments, along with heads of public sector units and private companies. Prof. Murty noted that senior representatives from major organizations such as Tata Steel, JSW, and NMDC are expected to attend the event, further enhancing its prestige.
Conclusion
This major metallurgy meet at IIT Hyderabad represents a crucial opportunity for professionals, researchers, and students in the field of metallurgy and materials science to come together, share knowledge, and foster collaborations that can drive innovation and sustainability in the industry. As Hyderabad continues to establish itself as a center for advanced materials research, this event is poised to make a significant impact on the future of metallurgy in India.
Note: This article is based on information available as of November 28, 2025, and may be subject to updates.
