Hindi lyrics and English translation by Subhash Garg and Abhay Bhushan

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

Unmatched in the world, wonderful, and India’s pride; our beloved alma mater.

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

Kharagpur, Mumbai, Chennai; Kanpur, Delhi, Guwahati,
and Roorkee – strong roots, which are sprouting eight new IITs.
Spreading all over the world the IITs’ name and fame

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

When the Ganga’s mighty expanse met America’s hand of friendship,
Aircraft, computers, and TV brought to Kalyanpur, a Revolution .
Our Golden Jubilee, a festive occasion: such splendid celebration!

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

Atom, Quantum, Jugnu*, Stars, or Molecules and Living cells on Earth;
Microscopic or gigantic – in every field, renowned are all the IITs; for
Excellence in education, innovation, investigation, and research.

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

Truth, Non-violence, Discipline: our creed; Equality, Compassion, Justice: our spirit.
All Learning and Science, immense like the Ocean, we harness to serve humanity.
The latest scientific principles: our bedrock; on which we build the nation

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

IITs welcome everyone; Religion, caste, or wealth make no difference
Hindu, Muslim, Sikh or Christian, we’re all like brothers at IIT
Let every corner of the world hear our bold proclamation!

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater

Unmatched in the world, wonderful, and India’s pride; our beloved alma mater.

Chorus: IIT, the one we adore, our beloved institute; our beloved alma mater
Our Beloved ….. Alma Mater