IIT Bombay Campus & Lake (Powai) Mumbai
About
One of India's most prestigious technical institutes with a stunning 550-acre campus on the banks of Powai Lake. The campus features modernist architecture, lush greenery, and lake views.
Basic Information
Timings
Visitors: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (registration at gate)
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
Place Type
Educational
How to Reach
Auto-rickshaw from Kanjurmarg or Powai area
By Metro:
The nearest metro station is Aarey JVLR (3.1 km away) on the Line 3.
By Local Train:
The nearest local train station is Kanjur Marg (2.1 km away) on the Central Line.
Nearby Metro Stations
Metro stations within 5 km of IIT Bombay Campus & Lake (Powai)
Nearby Local Train Stations
Local train stations within 3 km of IIT Bombay Campus & Lake (Powai)
History
Established in 1958 with UNESCO assistance, IIT Bombay has become India's leading technology institute. The campus was carved from the forest around Powai Lake.
Frequently Asked Questions
Opening Hours
Visitors: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Entry Fee
Free (registration at gate)
Type
Educational
Best Time to Visit
Year-round
How to Reach
Accessible via local trains to Malad station, short taxi or auto-rickshaw ride
The 550-acre campus has its own lake, hills, and forest
Deer and peacocks roam freely on campus
Alumni have founded some of India's biggest tech companies
Visitor registration may be required at the gate
The campus lake and forest area are beautiful for walks
The campus cafeteria is open to visitors
Nearby Attractions
Other popular places to visit near IIT Bombay Campus & Lake (Powai)
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
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IIT Bombay, Powai
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National Institute of Industrial Engineering (NITIE), Powai
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Powai Lake & Garden District
Nature
Hiranandani Gardens, Powai
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Powai Lake
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Vihar Lake
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Vihar Lake, Borivali
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Mahakali Caves (Kondivite Caves)
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Aarey Forest Trails
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