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Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IIT Guwahati / IITG) is a public Institute of National Importance established in 1994 under the Institutes of Technology Act. It is the sixth IIT to be set up in India, governed by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. IITG is accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and its programmes are recognised by AICTE.
As per NIRF 2025, IIT Guwahati ranks 8th in Engineering, 11th Overall, and 10th in the Research category in India.
The institute occupies a 700-acre permanent campus on the southern bank of the Brahmaputra river at Amingaon, North Guwahati. The campus is one of the most scenic among the IITs, with a direct riverfront and forested hills. The Param Ishan supercomputer, housed on campus, supports computational research across departments.
- B.Tech (14 specialisations): CSE, Electronics and Communication, Electrical and Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, Chemical Science and Technology, Biosciences and Bioengineering, Energy Engineering, Engineering Physics, Mathematics and Computing, AI and Data Science. 4-year flagship programme.
- B.Des: 4-year undergraduate design programme
- BS (Biomedical Science and Technology): 4-year science programme
- M.Tech (25+ specialisations) across engineering, design, and interdisciplinary fields (2 years)
- M.Sc (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Computing): 2 years
- MA (Development Studies, Liberal Arts): 2 years
- MBA: 2-year full-time residential programme at the School of Business
- M.Des (Product Design): 2 years
- M.S. (Disaster Management, Energy, E-Mobility, Polymer Technology): 2 years
- PhD: across all departments and interdisciplinary schools
The total fee for B.Tech (all branches) is INR 11.46 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme. M.Tech fees are INR 2.44 Lakhs for two years. MBA fees stand at INR 10.84 Lakhs for two years. SC/ST and PwD students receive a full tuition fee waiver.
IIT Guwahati offers merit-cum-means scholarships, SC/ST and PwD fee waivers, and PM Scholarship schemes for eligible students.
In the 2024 placement season, the highest offer was INR 2.05 CPA, the average package stood at INR 36.17 LPA, and the median package was INR 30.75 LPA. A total of 1,124 students were placed by 260 companies.
IIT Guwahati Admission Dates 2026
B.Tech admissions for 2026-27 followed the standard JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling timeline. JEE Main 2026 (Session 1 and 2) qualified the candidates for JEE Advanced 2026, and seat allotment through JoSAA concluded by August 2026. The cycle is now concluded.
| Event | Date (2026-27 Cycle, Concluded) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 | January 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 | April 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 | May to June 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Results | June 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling (B.Tech seat allotment) | June to August 2026 |
| IIT JAM 2026 (M.Sc admission) | February 2026 |
| GATE 2026 (M.Tech admission) | February 2026 |
| B.Tech / M.Tech Classes Commence | July to August 2026 |
The table below gives tentative dates for the 2027-28 admission cycle based on the standard IIT academic calendar.
| Event | Tentative Date (2027-28 Cycle) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 Registration | November 2026 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 | January 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 | April 2027 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 | May to June 2027 |
| JoSAA Counselling 2027 | June to August 2027 |
The course-wise entrance exams accepted at IIT Guwahati are listed below.
| Programme | Entrance Exam |
|---|---|
| B.Tech (all branches) | JEE Advanced (via JoSAA counselling) |
| B.Des | UCEED (via JoSAA counselling) |
| BS (Biomedical Science and Technology) | JEE Advanced (via JoSAA counselling) |
| M.Tech (all specialisations) | GATE score |
| M.Sc (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry) | IIT JAM |
| MA (Development Studies, Liberal Arts) | IIT Guwahati own admission test / GATE / UGC-NET |
| MBA | CAT score |
| M.Des | CEED score |
| PhD (all departments) | GATE / UGC-NET / CSIR-NET / IITG own test |
IIT Guwahati Courses and Fees
IIT Guwahati offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes across engineering, sciences, design, management, and humanities. All UG programmes cost the same per semester, bringing the B.Tech total to INR 11.46 Lakhs over 4 years. PG programme fees vary by type.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (14 branches) | 4 years | JEE Advanced qualifier (via JoSAA) | INR 11.46 Lakhs |
| B.Des | 4 years | UCEED qualifier | INR 11.46 Lakhs |
| BS (Biomedical Science and Technology) | 4 years | JEE Advanced qualifier | INR 11.46 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (25+ specialisations) | 2 years | B.Tech / B.E. in relevant field + valid GATE score | INR 2.44 Lakhs |
| M.Sc (Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Maths and Computing) | 2 years | Bachelor’s in relevant science + IIT JAM score | INR 2.04 Lakhs |
| MA (Development Studies, Liberal Arts) | 2 years | Bachelor’s in any discipline | INR 2.04 Lakhs |
| MBA | 2 years | Bachelor’s degree + valid CAT score | INR 10.84 Lakhs |
| M.Des (Product Design) | 2 years | Bachelor’s in Design or related field + CEED score | INR 2.44 Lakhs |
| M.S. (Disaster Management, E-Mobility, Energy, Polymer Technology) | 2 years | Bachelor’s in relevant discipline | INR 2.44 Lakhs |
| M.Tech+PhD (integrated) | 5 years | B.Tech in relevant field + GATE score | INR 5.77 Lakhs |
| PhD (all departments) | 3 to 5 years | Master’s degree in relevant field + GATE / NET | INR 3.65 Lakhs to INR 8.20 Lakhs |
B.Tech branches include AI and Data Science, Mathematics and Computing, and Chemical Science and Technology alongside the conventional engineering disciplines. The Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and the School of Health Science and Technology are interdisciplinary schools offering specialised programmes beyond the main department-based offerings.
IIT Guwahati Admission Process
IIT Guwahati follows the standard IIT admissions framework governed by the Joint Admission Board (JAB) for B.Tech and the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) for counselling. Each programme family has a distinct entrance pathway.
B.Tech and B.Des (Undergraduate)
B.Tech admission requires a valid JEE Advanced rank. All seat allotments happen through the central JoSAA counselling portal. B.Des requires a valid UCEED score instead of JEE Advanced.
- Eligibility: Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics with minimum 75% marks (65% for SC/ST/PwD)
- JEE Main qualification followed by JEE Advanced is mandatory for B.Tech
- JEE Advanced 2026 Round 1 closing rank for CSE (General Category): AIR 810. Biosciences and Bioengineering (most accessible branch): AIR 10,727.
- Six seat allotment rounds are conducted. Candidates can float or freeze seats across rounds.
- Candidates report to IITG for document verification and fee payment after seat acceptance
M.Tech (Postgraduate Engineering)
All M.Tech specialisations at IIT Guwahati require a valid GATE score in the relevant discipline. GATE score is used directly for merit-list preparation, followed by an interview at IITG.
- Eligibility: B.Tech / B.E. in the relevant engineering discipline with 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD)
- Sponsored candidates from industry or government may apply with a relaxed GATE requirement
- M.Tech admits holding valid GATE scores are eligible for MHRD Teaching Assistantship of INR 12,400 per month
M.Sc and MA
M.Sc programmes in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics and Computing are filled through IIT JAM scores. MA programmes in Development Studies and Liberal Arts use a separate departmental selection process.
- IIT JAM eligibility: Bachelor’s degree in the relevant science discipline with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD)
- Seat allotment for M.Sc: through the JAM Admission Portal (JOAPS) centrally
MBA
The MBA programme at IITG’s School of Business requires a valid CAT score. Shortlisted candidates appear for a Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI) at IITG.
- Eligibility: Bachelor’s degree with 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD)
- Work experience is not mandatory but is given weightage in shortlisting
- CAT cutoff for IITG MBA is typically in the 90 to 95 percentile range for General Category
PhD
PhD admissions are held twice a year (January and July sessions). Candidates with a valid GATE, UGC-NET, or CSIR-NET score are eligible. IITG conducts its own admission test and interview for departments that do not rely solely on national scores.
- Eligibility: Master’s degree in the relevant discipline with 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD)
- Research Assistantship of INR 31,000 to INR 35,000 per month is provided to selected PhD scholars
IIT Guwahati Placements
IIT Guwahati’s placement season runs from October to April each year. The 2024 placement season saw 1,124 students placed by 260 companies, with a placement rate of 71%. The highest offer was INR 2.05 CPA, the average package was INR 36.17 LPA, and the median package was INR 30.75 LPA.
B.Tech CSE achieved the highest branch-level average at INR 39.91 LPA in 2024. Technology, consulting, and finance sectors were the dominant recruiters.
| Placement Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 2.05 CPA | INR 2.40 CPA (international) | INR 1.20 CPA (domestic) |
| Average Package | INR 36.17 LPA | Not disclosed | INR 26.27 LPA |
| Median Package | INR 30.75 LPA | Not disclosed | Not disclosed |
| Students Placed | 1,124 | 1,112 | Not disclosed |
| Companies Participated | 260 | 246 | Not disclosed |
| Placement Rate | 71% | 78% | 88% |
Top recruiters across technology, finance, and consulting sectors include Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Qualcomm, Apple, JP Morgan, Goldman Sachs, Bajaj Auto, L and T, and Tata Motors. IIT Guwahati also draws strong international offers from companies in the United States, Japan, Singapore, and South Korea, reflecting its research reputation in engineering sciences and computing.
IIT Guwahati Rankings
IIT Guwahati is ranked among the top 12 institutions in India across multiple NIRF categories. In NIRF 2025, it ranked 8th in Engineering, rising from its position in the national IIT hierarchy as the university has progressively expanded research output and industry linkage since its founding in 1994.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 8 | 7 |
| NIRF | Overall (India) | 11 | 10 |
| NIRF | Research | 10 | Not disclosed |
IIT Guwahati’s NIRF Engineering rank of 8 in 2025 reflects a one-position change from its 2024 Engineering rank of 7. The institute is the top-ranked institution in the northeast region of India across all categories. Its research output, particularly in materials science, computational sciences, and interdisciplinary health technology, contributes significantly to its Research category score.
IIT Guwahati Scholarships
IIT Guwahati provides a combination of government-funded waivers, institute fellowships, and national scholarship schemes. Most scholarships are disbursed through the institute’s accounts office after document verification each semester.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST / PwD Tuition Fee Waiver | SC, ST, or PwD category students in all UG programmes | Full tuition fee waiver |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (MCM) | B.Tech students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs per annum and CGPA above 6.0 | Full tuition fee waiver plus INR 1,000 per month |
| MHRD Teaching Assistantship (TA) | M.Tech students with valid GATE score | INR 12,400 per month stipend |
| PhD Research Assistantship | Full-time PhD scholars at IITG | INR 31,000 to INR 35,000 per month |
| PM Scholarship (PM-USP) | Students meeting income and marks criteria at 10+2 | INR 82,000 per annum (Central list NSP) |
GATE-qualified M.Tech students who are also sponsored by an employer may not receive the TA stipend. PhD scholars funded through SERB, DST, DBT, or other external projects receive the fellowship specified by their funding agency, which may be higher than the institute assistantship.
IIT Guwahati Campus and Infrastructure
IIT Guwahati’s 700-acre campus at Amingaon on the Brahmaputra riverfront is one of the most visually distinctive IIT campuses in India. The campus design incorporates a natural forested environment with modern institutional architecture. The Brahmaputra river forms the northern boundary of the campus, and several departments have river-view locations.
Key infrastructure includes the Param Ishan supercomputer for high-performance computing research, the Central Instruments Facility (CIF) housing shared characterisation equipment for materials and biology research, a Central Library with over 2.5 lakh volumes and e-journal access, and sports facilities including a swimming pool, tennis courts, and an indoor stadium. The campus has separate hostel blocks for boys and girls, and married scholars’ quarters.
Interdisciplinary research centres on campus include the Centre for Nanotechnology, the Centre for Mass Spectrometry, the Centre for Energy, and the Technology Incubation Centre (TIC) supporting student startups. The Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence and the School of Health Science and Technology operate as autonomous schools within the institute, offering distinct academic programmes and research tracks outside the traditional department structure.
IIT Guwahati vs IIT Roorkee vs IIT BHU Varanasi
Aspirants targeting IIT Guwahati’s middle-ranking branches often compare it against IIT Roorkee and IIT BHU Varanasi, both of which serve a similar JEE Advanced rank band for several engineering disciplines. All three are old or well-established IITs with comparable B.Tech infrastructure.
| Parameter | IIT Guwahati | IIT Roorkee | IIT BHU Varanasi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1994 | 1847 (as Thomason College), IIT status 2001 | 1919 (BHU), IIT status 2012 |
| NIRF Engineering 2025 | 8 | Top 10 | Top 15 |
| B.Tech Total Fee | INR 11.46 Lakhs | INR 10 to 12 Lakhs (approx) | INR 10 to 12 Lakhs (approx) |
| 2024 Highest Package | INR 2.05 CPA | Comparable | Comparable |
| Campus Size | 700 acres (Brahmaputra riverfront) | 365 acres (Haridwar foothills) | Part of BHU campus (1,350 acres total) |
| Distinctive Edge | Northeast India, river campus, strong DSA and Health Tech schools | Oldest IIT, strong civil and earthquake engineering | Urban BHU campus, strong metallurgy and ceramics |
IIT Roorkee has the longer institutional history and consistently ranks above IIT Guwahati in NIRF Engineering. IIT BHU Varanasi and IIT Guwahati are broadly comparable in branch-level closing ranks across most engineering disciplines. IIT Guwahati is the clear choice for aspirants interested in pursuing research in the northeast region or those who want direct access to IITG’s specialised schools in Data Science and Health Technology.
IIT Guwahati FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of IIT Guwahati?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025, IIT Guwahati ranks 8th in Engineering, 11th Overall, and 10th in Research among all institutions in India.
Ques. What is the JEE Advanced cutoff for IIT Guwahati CSE?
Ans. In JEE Advanced 2026 Round 1, the closing rank for B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering at IIT Guwahati was AIR 810 for the General Category. The most accessible branch, Biosciences and Bioengineering, had a closing rank of AIR 10,727. Cutoffs vary slightly each year with the JEE Advanced difficulty level and candidate preferences.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Guwahati?
Ans. The total fee for B.Tech at IIT Guwahati is INR 11.46 Lakhs for the full 4-year programme, paid over 8 semesters. SC/ST and PwD students receive a full tuition fee waiver. Students with family income below INR 4.5 Lakhs per annum are eligible for the Merit-cum-Means Scholarship covering full tuition plus INR 1,000 per month.
Ques. What is the average placement package at IIT Guwahati?
Ans. In the 2024 placement season, the average package at IIT Guwahati was INR 36.17 LPA and the median was INR 30.75 LPA. The highest offer was INR 2.05 CPA. A total of 1,124 students were placed by 260 companies, with a placement rate of 71%.
Ques. Which entrance exam is required for M.Tech at IIT Guwahati?
Ans. A valid GATE score in the relevant engineering discipline is required for M.Tech admission at IIT Guwahati. GATE-qualified M.Tech students are eligible for an MHRD Teaching Assistantship stipend of INR 12,400 per month.
Ques. Is IIT Guwahati good for MBA?
Ans. IIT Guwahati’s School of Business offers a 2-year full-time MBA based on CAT scores. The General Category CAT cutoff is typically in the 90 to 95 percentile range. The MBA at an IIT carries strong brand recognition in consulting, analytics, and technology management. Total MBA fee is INR 10.84 Lakhs for two years.
Ques. Does IIT Guwahati have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, IIT Guwahati has separate residential hostels for male and female students on its 700-acre Brahmaputra riverfront campus. All undergraduate students are required to stay in campus hostels. PhD and postgraduate students are also allotted hostel accommodation, subject to availability.
Ques. What is the IIT Guwahati admission process for 2027?
Ans. For B.Tech admission in 2027-28, you need to qualify JEE Main 2027 (Session 1 in January 2027 and Session 2 in April 2027) to become eligible for JEE Advanced 2027. JEE Main 2027 registration is expected to open in November 2026. Seat allotment happens through JoSAA counselling after JEE Advanced results, typically in June to August 2027.
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IIT Guwahati provides various B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, and MBA programs across different specializations. The Admission procedure for B.Tech programs is primarily based on the JEE Advanced score, followed by seat allotment through JoSAA counseling. For M.Tech admissions, performance in the GATE and CCMN counseling rounds determines the final placements. Whereas M.Sc, MBA, and M.Des admission criteria rely on IIT JAM/CAT/CEED score, followed by various counseling rounds.
The fees charged from an ST Category student for studying B.Tech. is INR Fifty four thousand one hundred fifty. Whereas the fees charged from a General category student is INR One lac fifty four thousand one hundred fifty.
Yes, there is entrance examination accepted for admission to B.Tech. Civil Engineering in IIT Guwahati. The name of the entrance examination is JEE Mains and Advanced. Upon qualifying the examinations, you need to appear for JoSAA Counselling for final selection.
IIT Guwahati does not have 100% placement percentage in recent years. In 2023, the placement percentage was 78.04% and in 2022, the placement percentage was 60.91 %. The number of companies participated in 2023 and 2022 were 246 and 160 respectively.
IIT Guwahati does not offer Bachelor in Computer Application to the students. It offers other courses at Undergraduate Level which are mentioned below:
As per the previous analysis of the IIT JAM Cutoff for the IIT Guwahati MSc admissions, your rank is sufficient to get the MSc in Chemistry or Physics. The candidates are also required to have a BSc degree from any recognized university or Institute to be eligible for the IIT Guwahati MSc program. To apply for the IIT Guwahati MSc, candidates are required to visit the IIT JAM website. Further, you have to fill in some basic details and upload the required documents. Then the application fees must be paid to successfully apply for this particular program. The candidates can download the filled application form for future reference. The first year fee is INR 91,750 and 2nd year fee is INR 70,200.
As per the previous analysis of the IIT JAM Cutoff for the IIT Guwahati MSc admissions, your rank is sufficient to get the MSc in Chemistry or Physics. The candidates are also required to have a BSc degree from any recognized university or Institute to be eligible for the IIT Guwahati MSc program. To apply for the IIT Guwahati MSc, candidates are required to visit the IIT JAM website. Further, you have to fill in some basic details and upload the required documents. Then the application fees must be paid to successfully apply for this particular program. The candidates can download the filled application form for future reference. The first year fee is INR 91,750 and 2nd year fee is INR 70,200.
Can I apply for AI program Please tell me?
Yes, you can apply for AI Program in IIT Guwahati as such course is available at the undergraduate level (BS Data Science and Artificial Intelligence). This course is offered as an online mode course and offered in Honors mode.
Unfortunately, IIT Guwahati doesn’t offer B.Sc data science degree to the students.
MA in Development Studies Course is not offered in IIT Guwahati. Instead of this, MA in Liberal Studies course is offered.
Yes, you can surely get tution fee waiver at IIT Guwahati if you have a income certificate of less than 1 lakh.
Admissions have already been concluded for the academic year 2023-24 at the IIT Guwahati
You can visit the University campus for the information regarding the PhD course att he Nehu University.
No, you must have done the masters in the relevant field of the PhD course.
Admission to the IITs is based on the score obtained in the entrance examinations like JEE Mains/Advance/GATE.
No, IIT Guwahati does not offer any distance course related to Masters of Design [M.Design].
It would be really difficult to get admission with 34%ile. However, you are eligible for counselling.
The Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati does not provide B.Tech in Data Science.
The fee for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Biosciences and Bioengineering is INR 2,17,750 for the duration of 4 years which includes various charges such as security deposit, lab charges, registration fees, library charges, tuition fees, and other minimal charges.
what are the exams i need to write to get admission in masters in IIT Guwahati?
Given below are the name of the entrance examinations required for admission to PG courses:
IIT Guwahati offes B.Tech and B.Des courses at the UG level. Admission to the B.Tech courses is based on the merit of JEE Advanced and counseling while admission to the B.Des course is based on the merit of UCEED and counseling. For more information, please visit IIT Guwahati Admission.