For over six transformative decades, the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) Chennai, has stood as a beacon of excellence in advancing Technical Education across India. Established in 1964 as the Technical Teachers Training Institute (TTTI), our journey has been defined by innovation, academic leadership and an unwavering commitment to National development. In a landmark recognition of its enduring impact, NITTTR Chennai was conferred the status of an Institution Deemed to be University under the ‘Distinct’ category by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in 2024, during its Diamond Jubilee year. Our evolution reflects a deep responsiveness to the ever-changing educational landscape. What began as a pioneering Centre for Diploma Level Teacher Training has today expanded into a dynamic Institution offering Professional Training Programmes, Skill Development Programmes, Industrial Training Programmes, Postgraduate Programmes, Doctoral and high-end Post Doctoral Research Programmes that shape the policies and pedagogical practices at both the National and International levels. At the core of our mission is the transformation of Technical Teacher Education by seamlessly integrating advanced pedagogies with cutting-edge technologies such as Pedagogy, Robotics, 3D Printing, Artificial Intelligence, Immersive Technologies, Internet of Things, Electric Mobility, Industry 4.0 and Drones. NITTTR Chennai is committed to nurturing a new generation of educators and academic leaders, those who are not only technically proficient but also equipped to navigate the complexities of multimodal instruction, global digital transitions and future-ready classrooms. NITTTR Chennai continues to play a pivotal role in supporting the Government of India’s flagship initiatives including the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan and the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals. Our four Extension Centres, located in Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kalamassery and Vijayawada, enable us to expand our reach and serve as hubs for regional capacity building. Our meticulously curated Professional Development Programmes reaffirm our dedication to inclusive, accessible and high-quality training for the Faculty Members and Administrators in the field of Technical Education. As a recognized QIP Centre and the National Co-ordinator of SWAYAM and National Initiative for Technical Teachers Training (NITTT), the Institute continues to champion democratized learning through MOOCs. NITTTR Chennai has been actively engaged in skilling the International Participants through the Indian Technical and Economic Cooperation Programme of the Ministry of External Affairs, Government of India. NITTTR Chennai dynamically collaborates with the leading Industries and Higher Education Institutions via MoUs that render knowledge-sharing for the Students and Faculty Members in the emerging areas. With every milestone, we reaffirm our pledge to uphold the highest standards of integrity, inclusivity and societal impact in all our endeavours. As we reflect with pride on our 60-year legacy, we look ahead with purpose, guided by visionary leadership, empowered by innovation and united by a shared mission to elevate the standards of Indian Technical Education. Together, let us continue to shape a future where education is not only a pathway to individual growth, but a catalyst for National transformation.