Admission to IIT Madras 2024: Courses, Fees, Cutoff, Placement, and Ranking Details

Complete Guide to IIT Madras Admissions 2024: Courses, Fees, and Deadlines

Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is a renowned educational institution situated in Chennai, India. Established in 1959, IIT Madras consistently ranks at the top in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) for both Engineering and Overall categories, securing the 1st position for several years in a row.

IIT Madras offers a diverse range of programs, with B.Tech, M.Tech, and integrated B.Tech-M.Tech courses being among the most sought after. Admission to these programs is highly competitive, based on the JEE Advanced exam ranks followed by the JoSAA counselling process. The cutoff for the B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) program typically ranges from 144 to 148 (closing ranks) in various counselling rounds for general category students.

The placement season at IIT Madras is highly anticipated, with the 2024 placements currently underway. The final report will be available at the end of July 2024. In the MBA placements for 2024, IIT Madras achieved remarkable results, with the highest package reaching INR 29.65 LPA and the average package being INR 16.93 LPA. The institute proudly achieved a 100% placement rate for its MBA batch. Prominent recruiters for the 2024 placements included companies like P&G, Hexaware, McKinsey & Company, Accenture, and Morgan Stanley.

The IIT Madras campus spans 617 acres and features extensive facilities, including an Open Air Theatre, three temples, two schools, two guest houses, and 20 hostels. Additionally, the campus is home to various student development organizations such as Sangam Clubs, Sabhas, and Samitis. IIT Madras is also famous for its vibrant festivals, including Saarang, a five-day cultural festival, and Shaastra, the annual technical festival.

IIT Madras Highlights

Category	IIT Madras Highlights
Established Year | Type	1959 | Public
Location	Madras, Chennai
Campus Area	617 Acres
Established by	Government of India
NIRF Ranking 2023	Overall: 1 Engineering: 1 Management: 15
Total Departments	16
Admission Criteria	Entrance Based
Top Courses	B.Tech, M.Tech, B.Tech-M.Tech (Dual Degree)
Official Website	https://www.iitm.ac.in/

*******

IIT Madras Courses & Fees

IIT Madras offers over 100 courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees in various disciplines including Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, and Management. Admission to these courses is based on national-level entrance exam scores such as JEE Advanced, GATE, and IIT JAM. Below is a brief overview of the courses offered at IIT Madras, along with their eligibility criteria, selection details, and tuition fees:

Undergraduate Courses

B.Tech (Bachelor of Technology)

• Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
• Selection Criteria: JEE Advanced
• Tuition Fees: INR 2,00,000 per year

Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech)

• Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
• Selection Criteria: JEE Advanced
• Tuition Fees: INR 2,00,000 per year

Postgraduate Courses

M.Tech (Master of Technology)

• Eligibility: B.Tech/B.E. or equivalent
• Selection Criteria: GATE
• Tuition Fees: INR 1,00,000 per year

MBA (Master of Business Administration)

• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Selection Criteria: CAT
• Tuition Fees: INR 6,00,000 per year

M.Sc (Master of Science)

• Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in relevant field
• Selection Criteria: IIT JAM
• Tuition Fees: INR 20,000 per year

Research Degrees

Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy)

• Eligibility: Master’s degree in relevant field
• Selection Criteria: Written test and/or interview
• Tuition Fees: INR 10,000 per year

M.S. (Research)

• Eligibility: Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in relevant field
• Selection Criteria: Written test and/or interview
• Tuition Fees: INR 25,000 per year

IIT Madras Courses & Fees

IIT Madras offers a variety of courses across undergraduate, postgraduate, and research degrees. Below is a detailed overview of the courses offered along with their eligibility criteria, selection process, and first-year fees:

Course	Eligibility	Selection Criteria	Fees (First Year)
B.Tech	Passed 10+2 (PCM) from a recognised board with a minimum of 75% marks	JEE Main + JoAAA Counseling	INR 2.15 lakhs
M.Tech	Passed in B.E/B.Tech/equivalent degree in the relevant stream with at least 60% aggregate marks for the general category	GATE Score + COAP Counselling	INR 24,600
M.Sc	Bachelor’s degree in respective discipline with minimum 55% aggregate marks	IIT JAM + JOAPS Counselling	INR 20,400
MBA	Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology/Architecture/Pharmacy/B.Sc. Agri. Engg. (Minimum 4 years after 10+2) with at least 60% marks OR Master’s degree in any relevant branch with a minimum of 60% marks	CAT + Group Discussion + Interview Round	INR 4.46 lakhs
Ph.D.	M.E/M.Tech or MD degree with at least 60% (55% for SC/ST/PH) marks in aggregate OR 60% (55% for SC/ST/PH) marks in MBBS/M.Sc/MBA/MA OR Minimum 70% marks in B.E/B.Tech	GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET/ICAR or ICMR score OR Written Test and Interview	INR 15,650

********

IIT Madras Admission 2024

B.Tech and M.Tech programs are the top courses that IIT Madras offers. For IIT Madras B.Tech admissions, the institute considers the JEE Advanced score, and for M.Tech admissions, the GATE scores are accepted by the institute. JoSAA counselling is used to assign seats for B.Tech admissions at IIT Madras. The JoSAA portal releases the cutoff scores for each of the six rounds of admission to B.Tech programs.

Entrance Exam Scores Accepted by IIT Madras

The table below shows the entrance exam scores accepted by IIT Madras for various course admissions:

Course	Entrance Exam Accepted
B.Tech/ B.Tech-M.Tech	JEE Advanced
M.Tech	GATE
M.Sc	IIT JAM
MBA	CAT
Ph.D.	GATE / UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / ICAR / ICMR

*****

IIT Madras B.Tech Seat Intake 2024

Candidates can check the table below to know the IIT Madras seat intake for various B.Tech branches based on JoSAA counselling:

Branch	Seat Intake
Aerospace Engineering	62
Chemical Engineering	114
Civil Engineering	121
Computer Science and Engineering	81
Electrical Engineering	148
Engineering Physics	37
Biological Engineering	42
Mechanical Engineering	183
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering	62
Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering	69

***

IIT Madras Cutoff 2024 - Round 1

Academic Program Name	Round 1 Opening Rank	Round 1 Closing Rank
Computer Science and Engineering	76	159
Aerospace Engineering	1469	2801
Aerospace Engineering (5 Years, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree))	2199	2984
Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics	132	415
Biological Engineering	3135	5491
Biological Science	5604	9912
Chemical Engineering	2024	3885
Civil Engineering	3305	5516
Electrical Engineering	299	835
Engineering Design (5 Years, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree))	1828	3656
Engineering Physics	931	1775
Mechanical Engineering	458	2302
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering	3770	4658
Naval Architecture and Ocean Engineering	4274	7187
Physics (5 Years, Bachelor of Science and Master of Science (Dual Degree))	1048	1331

IIT Madras Placements 2024

The IIT Madras Placements 2024 are ongoing, and the final placement report will be available at the end of July 2024. However, the IIT Chennai MBA placements for 2024 have concluded with 100% of MBA students successfully placed. The highest package for IIT Madras MBA is INR 29.65 LPA, and the average package is INR 16.93 LPA for the 2024 batch.

According to the NIRF 2024 report, IIT Madras's median package for B.Tech is INR 16.63 Lakhs per annum, and the median salary for M.Tech is INR 15 LPA. The median package for the B.Tech-M.Tech dual degree was INR 17 LPA during the 2023 placements.

IIT Madras MBA Placements 2024

Students can check the table below to know the IIT Madras MBA placements statistics for 2024:

Particulars	IIT Madras MBA Placement 2024 Statistics
Highest Package	INR 29.65 LPA
Average Package	INR 16.93 LPA
Top 25% Average CTC	INR 21.89 LPA
Median Package	INR 16.39 LPA
Placement Percentage	100%

*****

IIT Madras Placement Statistics (NIRF Report 2024)

The table below highlights the IIT Madras placement statistics based on the NIRF Report 2024:

Courses	Students Placed	Median Package
B.Tech	496	INR 16.63 LPA
M.Tech	390	INR 15 LPA
B.Tech + M.Tech	325	INR 17 LPA

IIT Madras Ranking 2024

Indian Institute of Technology Madras has been ranked by various prominent organizations for its excellence in engineering and other domains. IIT Madras is recognized as an “Institute of Eminence” and has been holding the 1st position under the “Engineering” category in the NIRF ranking since 2016. For the year 2023, IIT Madras has been ranked at the 1st position in both Overall and Engineering categories by NIRF.

The table below shows the ranking of IIT Madras:

Ranking Body	Year	Rank
NIRF (Overall)	2023	1
NIRF (Engineering)	2023	1
NIRF (Management)	2023	15
NIRF (Research)	2023	2
NIRF Innovation (Overall)	2023	2
IIRF (B.Tech)	2023	3
QS World University Rankings	2025	227
QS Asia University Rankings	2024	53

******

IIT Madras Scholarships 2024

IIT Madras offers various scholarships to support needy and deserving students, promoting diversity and assisting students from marginalized backgrounds, including the SC/ST category and female students. Some of the scholarships at IIT Madras are as follows:

SC/ST Scholarship

IIT Madras offers renewable SC/ST scholarships for students whose annual parental income does not exceed INR 4,50,000. Students under this scheme receive tuition fee exemption, free meals, and a monthly pocket allowance of INR 250.

Institute Merit-cum-Means Scholarships

Only 25% of admitted students are eligible for a 67% tuition fee waiver under this scheme. Students whose annual parental income is less than INR 4.5 lakh can apply for these scholarships. A minimum GPA of 5.0 from the previous semester is required for the scholarship to be renewed.

Institute Notional Prize

Based on the JEE rank and annual parental income not exceeding INR 4,50,000, IIT Madras offers a one-time grant of INR 1000 to 7% of the admitted students.

Institute Free Studentship

IIT Madras offers free studentships to students whose annual parental income is less than INR 4,50,000. Students are exempted from paying 67% of the tuition fee under this scheme. However, the scholarship is only offered to 25% of the UG students.

Dr. K. Vasanth Rau Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded based on the JEE rank to students with a parental income up to INR 5.50 lakhs. The scholarship is renewed based on a GPA of 6.5 and above.

M. Sankaraiah and M. Saradha (Mithigiri) Scholarship

This scholarship is awarded to B.Tech/Dual Degree Electrical Engineering students based on the highest CGPA at the end of the 4th semester.

Ministry of Minority Affairs, GoI Merit-cum-Means Scholarship

Students belonging to minority communities such as Muslims, Christians, Sikhs, Buddhists, and Parsis, whose parental income does not exceed INR 2.5 lakhs per annum, are eligible for this scholarship.

IIT Madras Campus

IIT Madras spans 617 acres in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, divided into three distinct zones: Academic, Hostel, and Residential. The campus offers state-of-the-art infrastructure and amenities to its students and faculty members. Here are some of the facilities provided by IIT Madras:

Transport Services

The institute offers transportation services within the campus and to nearby areas.

Library

The Central Library at IIT Madras has an extensive collection of books, journals, and digital resources to support academic and research needs.

Medical Facilities

The campus has a health center that provides medical services to students, including consultations, first aid, and emergency care.

Wi-Fi

High-speed internet connectivity is available across the campus.

Cafeteria

Several cafeterias and food outlets are available where students can grab meals and snacks.

Auditorium

IIT Madras has an auditorium facility for events and seminars. An open theatre is also available near the hostel, where movies are screened by the film club every weekend.

Guest Rooms

For visiting faculty, parents, and guests, IIT Madras offers guest rooms.

Sports Facilities

IIT Madras has stadiums for cricket, football, hockey, and badminton.

Banks/ATMs

IIT Madras has branches of State Bank of India and Canara Bank, providing services to students, faculty, and staff, along with ATM services.

Gym

A well-equipped gymnasium is accessible to students.

Shopping Centers

On-campus shopping centers cater to the daily needs of IIT Madras students.

******

IIT Madras Residential Zone

Beyond academics, the IIT Madras campus provides recreational spaces, sports facilities, and green areas for relaxation. Students engage in extracurricular activities, participate in clubs, and enjoy the vibrant campus life. The IIT Madras campus has various eateries, shops, and a gymkhana, ensuring a holistic experience for all.

IIT Madras Clubs

The table below showcases some of the prominent clubs and societies at IIT Madras:

Club/Society	Description
Entrepreneurship Cell	This cell promotes entrepreneurial spirit and organizes workshops, events, and startup competitions on campus.
Literary Club	This club fosters creative writing, debates, and literary activities on campus.
Music Club	This club provides a platform for music enthusiasts to perform and collaborate.
Robotics Club	This club engages in robotics projects, workshops, and competitions.
Fine Arts Club	This club encourages artistic expression through painting, sketching, and more.
Coding Club	This club focuses on programming, coding challenges, and hackathons.

*********

IIT Madras Departments

IIT Madras offers a wide range of academic courses and has 18 departments dedicated to various fields of study like Computer Science, Aerospace Engineering, Civil Engineering, etc. Below are the highlights of the various departments of IIT Madras:

Department	Department
Aerospace Engineering	Applied Mechanics & Bio-Medical Engineering
Biotechnology	Chemical Engineering
Civil Engineering	Computer Science and Engineering
Electrical Engineering	Engineering Design
Humanities and Social Sciences	Management Studies
Mathematics	Mechanical Engineering
Chemistry	Ocean Engineering
Physics	Interdisciplinary Research
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering	Data Science & Artificial Intelligence

*****

IIT Madras Faculty

IIT Madras faculty members are well known for their academic excellence. There are 550 faculty and 1,250 administrative and supportive staff members in IIT Madras within 18 departments. According to the NIRF 2024 study, the faculty comprises highly qualified professionals from various sectors, enhancing students' overall learning experiences. IIT Madras has a student-faculty ratio of 1:15.

IIT Madras faculty are actively engaged in upskilling techniques, innovation, and industrial ties through different Faculty Development Programmes. The table below shows the number of faculty members in various departments:

Department	Number of Faculty Members
Aerospace Engineering	35
Applied Mechanics	27
Biotechnology	32
Chemical Engineering	40
Civil Engineering	63
Computer Science and Engineering	35
Electrical Engineering	65
Engineering Design	25
Humanities and Social Sciences	30
Management Studies	20
Mathematics	40
Mechanical Engineering	40
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering	65
Ocean Engineering	20
Physics	40
Interdisciplinary Research	30

IIT Madras Alumni

Notable alumni from IIT Madras have made significant contributions to society, industry, and academia. Their achievements inspire current students. Here are some of the notable alumni of IIT Madras:

Alumni Name	Achievements	Degree pursued from IIT Madras
Ramanathan V. Guha	Creator of widely used web standards such as RSS, RDF, and Schema.org. He is also responsible for products such as Google Custom Search.	B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering
Venky Harinarayan	Co-founder of Cambrian Ventures and Kosmix. He also co-founded Junglee Corp.	B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering
Kris Gopalakrishnan	Chairman of Axilor Ventures and former Executive Vice Chairman of Infosys.	M.Sc in Physics and M.Tech in Computer Science
Krishna Bharat	Indian Research Scientist at Google Inc. Recipient of the Distinguished Alumnus Award from IIT Madras in 2015.	B.Tech in Computer Science Engineering
Vishwas Shringi	Co-founder at Voylla Retail Private Ltd.	B.Tech in Chemical Engineering

How to reach IIT Madras?

IIT Madras campus is located on Sardar Patel Road, halfway between the Raj Bhavan and the Adyar bus terminus. IIT Madras is only 10 km away from Chennai International Airport and 12 km away from Chennai Central Railway Station. Once the students reach the airport, they can take the subway to Little Mount or walk to Saidapet Court / Taluk Office Road, then take the line 119 bus to Gandhi Road. Kasturba Nagar is the nearest station on the Chennai MRTS line to IIT Madras.

IIT Madras FAQs

Q: Is IIT Madras costly?

A: The cost of attending IIT Madras varies depending on the course and the student's financial situation. Scholarships and financial aid are available for deserving students.

Q: Which course is best at IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras is renowned for its engineering courses, especially in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering.

Q: Is IIT Madras good?

A: Yes, IIT Madras is consistently ranked among the top engineering institutes in India and has a strong reputation for academic excellence, research, and placements.

Q: What are the courses available at IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses in various fields of engineering, sciences, humanities, and management.

Q: How is the placement avenue at IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras has an excellent placement record, with many top companies recruiting from the campus. The institute provides robust placement support and opportunities for its students.

Q: Are there any scholarships available for students at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, IIT Madras offers various scholarships for deserving and needy students. These include merit-cum-means scholarships, SC/ST scholarships, and more.

Q: Are there any hostel facilities available at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, IIT Madras provides hostel facilities for students. The hostels are well-equipped with necessary amenities and offer a conducive environment for study and recreation.

Q: What is the GATE cutoff required to get admission into the M.Tech program at IIT Madras?

A: The GATE cutoff varies for different M.Tech programs and changes every year based on various factors like the number of applicants and the difficulty level of the exam.

Q: Is the online degree from IIT Madras valid for placement opportunities?

A: Yes, online degrees from IIT Madras are recognized and valid for placement opportunities, provided they meet the necessary criteria set by employers.

Q: What is the unique feature of IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras is known for its strong emphasis on research and innovation, vibrant campus life, and excellent faculty.

Q: What are the extracurricular activities organized by IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras organizes various extracurricular activities, including sports, cultural festivals, technical fests, and club activities.

Q: What courses are offered at IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras offers a variety of courses in engineering, sciences, humanities, and management at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.

Q: What is the placement record of IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras has an impressive placement record, with many students securing jobs in top companies and reputed organizations globally.

Q: What is the admission process for IIT Madras?

A: The admission process for IIT Madras varies for different programs. For undergraduate courses, admission is through JEE Advanced, while postgraduate admissions are based on GATE, JAM, or other relevant entrance exams.

Q: How is the campus of IIT Madras?

A: The IIT Madras campus is known for its lush green surroundings, state-of-the-art facilities, and vibrant student life.

Q: Is IIT Madras good for research?

A: Yes, IIT Madras is one of the leading research institutions in India, with numerous research projects and collaborations with industries and other academic institutions.

Q: What are the hostel facilities at IIT Madras?

A: Hostel facilities at IIT Madras include well-furnished rooms, internet access, common rooms, recreational areas, and mess services.

Q: Is there any preference for hostel allocation at IIT Madras?

A: Hostel allocation at IIT Madras is generally based on the student's year of study and availability of rooms.

Q: Can anyone request a specific hostel or roommate at IIT Madras?

A: While specific requests for hostels or roommates can be made, they are subject to availability and the institute's policies.

Q: Are meals provided in the hostels at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, the hostels at IIT Madras have mess facilities that provide meals to students.

Q: Is there any laundry service available in the hostels at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, laundry services are available in the hostels at IIT Madras.

Q: What are the sports facilities available at IIT Madras?

A: IIT Madras offers a variety of sports facilities, including stadiums for cricket, football, hockey, badminton, and more.

Q: Is there a library at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, IIT Madras has a central library with an extensive collection of books, journals, and digital resources.

Q: Are there any transportation facilities available at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, transportation facilities are available within the campus and to nearby areas.

Q: Is there any student housing available at IIT Madras?

A: Yes, IIT Madras provides student housing in the form of well-equipped hostels.

Q: What separates IIT Madras from other institutes?

A: IIT Madras is distinguished by its emphasis on research and innovation, excellent faculty, robust industry connections, and a vibrant campus life.

Q: What are the chances of a branch change in IIT Madras?

A: The possibility of a branch change at IIT Madras depends on the student's academic performance and the availability of seats in the desired branch.

IIT Madras Fees & Eligibility

Course	Fees	Eligibility	Application Date	Action
B.Tech	₹2.15 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 75% + JEE Advanced	27 Apr - 18 Jun 2024	Apply Now
M.Tech	₹24,600 (1st Year Fees)	Pass in Graduation + GATE	20 Mar - 19 Apr 2024	Apply Now
Ph.D.	₹15,650 (1st Year Fees)	Postgraduation	11 Apr - 31 Oct 2024	Apply Now
B.Tech + M.Tech	₹2.15 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2 with 75%	27 Apr - 18 Jun 2024	Apply Now
EMBA	₹6.5 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	Graduation with 60%	-	Apply Now
M.Sc	₹20,400 (1st Year Fees)	Graduation with 55% + IIT JAM	-	Apply Now
BS + MS	₹2.1 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)	10+2	31 Jan 2024	Apply Now