The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) is a hub of Scientific, Industrial and Technological researches. The programmes are well supported by the government and industry

The research programmes undertaken by the IITM is mentioned here.

• Academic Research Programme

The academic research programmes at IIT Madras are undertaken by faculty members and specific research groups pursuing MS or Ph.D. programme. 

• Sponsored Research

 The faculties of IIT Madras conduct research programmes fundedby National/International organizations on demand.

•  Research Based Industrial Consultancy

 The Research Based Industrial Consultancy Programme conducted at IIT Madras is rooted through Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (ICSR).These programmes include project design, testing and evaluation and training in new areas of industrial development.

• Interdisciplinary Research Projects

 The Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) conducts inter-disciplinary research projects in the following thrust areas-