IISc Bangalore professor Mahesh Kakde wins Ramanujan Prize 2026 for algebraic number theory work

Professor Mahesh Kakde from the Indian Institute of Science, Bangalore, has been awarded the Ramanujan Prize for 2026 in recognition of his significant contributions to algebraic number theory, a field central to modern mathematics.

The Ramanujan Prize is instituted to honour the legacy of mathematician Srinivasa Ramanujan and recognizes outstanding mathematical contributions. The award is presented annually to mathematicians from developing nations who have made exceptional advances in their respective fields of study.

Kakde's work in algebraic number theory represents the caliber of research the prize seeks to recognize and celebrate within the global mathematical community.