Economics Unit
The economics unit at IIT Delhi is nestled within the Humanities and Social Sciences department. Engagement with faculty and students from other social sciences disciplines provides a unique learning opportunity for our students. Currently, there are ten faculty members in the economics unit. Their research and teaching cover areas such as mechanism design, the political economy of development, and empirical microeconomics.

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Teaching cover areas such as mechanism design, the political economy of development, and empirical microeconomics
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Alumni Testimonials

Talking about my graduate stint, I cherish my happy memories and fondly recall my cordial relationship with my brilliant faculty advisors.
- Dr. Sitakanta Panda (Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai)

Whatever I am today, the seed was sown the day I joined the unit. This is the place where your dream becomes your reality.
- Dr. Sandip Datta (Delhi School of Economics)

The faculty members with their diverse research interests are supportive, approachable and extremely helpful.
- Dr. Ruhi Sonal (IIT Jodhpur)

IIT-Delhi provided me with a conducive environment not only to grow as an academician but also broadened my horizons.
- Chavi Asrani (Joining, OP Jindal Global University from July 2021)

Economics Faculty of the HUSS Department has always been one of the best with strong academic credentials and high motivation to bring out the best in the students.
- Neha Gupta (ICRIER)
News & Events

09 November, 2022
Economics Seminar- Talk by Dr. Viola Asri
All are cordially invited to a talk by Dr.
24 May, 2022
VIVA VOICE EXAMINATION OF MR. RITUPARNA KAUSHIK
The viva voice examination of Mr Rituparna Kaushik (
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