IIIT Bangalore, AGH University, Krakow, will collaborate on research AI and quantum technologies

The International Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Bangalore has signed an Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with AGH University of Krakow, Poland to enhance the academic and research ties between the two countries, with a focus on artificial intelligence, quantum technologies and other emerging fields.

Polish Prime Minister Donald Tusk and Karnataka Chief Minister D. K. Shivakumar was present during the MoU signing ceremony on October 23, 2026. It was signed by IIIT-Bangalore director Debabrata Das and AGH University senior advisor Rao Maddukuri.

The partnership will majorly cover joint research projects, academic programmes, faculty and student exchanges, and the sharing of academic materials. It will also create opportunities for both institutions to organise joint seminars, conferences and seasonal schools.

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Research and academic exchange

The collaboration between the two institutes aims to help both IIIT Bangalore and AGH University of Krakow develop joint initiatives in areas of mutual interest. Academic mobility will allow faculty members and students to engage with the other institute and exchange knowledge and expertise.

Highlighting the collaboration, Das said, “International academic partnerships are important for expanding research opportunities and bringing diverse perspectives into higher education.”

He also added that the agreement would create opportunities for collaborative research and academic engagement, enabling faculty members and students to “learn from each other’s expertise and experiences”.

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Joint activities and events

The collaboration will also include educational conferences, career guidance programmes and information events conducted both online and offline. Participation in winter and summer schools is expected to provide additional opportunities for academic interaction.

Maddukuri said the partnership offered “a platform to strengthen academic connections between Poland and India”. He also added that joint initiatives, seminars, conferences and exchanges could help the institutions build closer ties and explore long-term cooperation.

The MoU provides a framework to explore and develop collaborative activities aimed at enhancing research opportunities and promoting academic collaboration between India and Poland.