On 14th May 2026, IIT Bombay marked a significant milestone with the ground-breaking ceremony of its upcoming Advanced Research Labs (ARL), a high-end facility for advanced research infrastructure envisioned to strengthen the Institute’s advanced scientific and technological research ecosystem.

The event was graced by the august presence of Prof. Shireesh Kedare, Director of IIT Bombay, Prof. Ravindra Gudi, Deputy Director (Finance and Infrastructure Affairs), Mr. Abhay Nadkarni, Committee member (NN315), along with Deans, Associate Deans, faculty members, end users, the project team of IPS office, Architect M/s AAD and other distinguished guests.

Mr. Kiran Janjalkar (Deputy Executive Engineer(Civil), IPS Office) welcomed the audience and Prof. P. Vedagiri, Dean (Infrastructure Planning and Support) highlighted the project's salient features. The ARL facility is conceived as an integrated high-technology research campus comprising four specialized research blocks dedicated to Mechanical Engineering, Quantum Technology, Semiconductor Technology and Ocean Engineering.

Designed as a unified architectural expression responding sensitively to the site’s natural topography, the sustainable building is targeted for a GRIHA 4-star rating. The facility will include a common administrative and interaction hub with workspaces, conference facilities, exhibition areas, and industry collaboration spaces.

The project incorporates a steel-framed PEB structural system enabling large column-free spans, modular adaptability and faster construction timelines. The facility will house advanced cleanroom laboratories, vibration-isolated equipment, high-end utility support systems and specialized experimental facilities.

The Director, IIT Bombay, appreciated the efforts of the IPS office team and reiterated IIT Bombay’s continued commitment to creating world-class research infrastructure that fosters innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration and cutting-edge scientific advancement.