IITH M.Tech is a two-year full-time postgraduate engineering programme at IIT Hyderabad offered across 30 specialisations spanning conventional and emerging technology domains. Total fees range from INR 1,05,000 to INR 2,85,556. Admission is GATE-based for Ministry of Education Teaching Assistantship seats via COAP, with a monthly stipend of INR 12,400 for GATE-qualified students. Self-sponsored and project-mode tracks are also available.
📋 Admission Status: Admissions expected to open April 2027 (Tentative).
Key Points
- IITH offers over 30 M.Tech specialisations including emerging areas such as EV Technology, Medical Device Innovation, Ophthalmic Engineering, and E-Waste Resource Engineering not available at most other IITs.
- GATE-qualified TA students receive INR 12,400 per month for 22 months plus a tuition concession.
- IIT graduates with CGPA 8.0 or above can be admitted without GATE through a separate mode. A 3-year Research Assistantship (RA) track is also available for project-based candidates.
IITH M.Tech Fees 2026
M.Tech fees at IITH range from INR 1,05,000 (select tracks) to INR 2,85,556 for most TA programmes. GATE-qualified TA students receive a monthly stipend that substantially offsets costs.
| Seat Category | Total Programme Fees |
|---|
| M.Tech (TA seat, most specialisations) | INR 2,85,556 |
| M.Tech (select self-sponsored tracks) | INR 1,05,000 |
- Fees are subject to change. Verify with official sources before admission.
- TA seat holders receive a monthly stipend of INR 12,400.
IITH M.Tech Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| Application Deadline (July 2026 cycle) | 17 April 2026 |
| Written Test and Interviews | 7 to 12 May 2026 |
| Selection Results Announced | 15 May 2026 |
- The July 2026 cycle has concluded.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Full-time BTech or BE in a relevant discipline (MSc in Mathematics or Statistics for AI and Data Science programmes). Final-year students may apply.
- Valid GATE score required for MoE Teaching Assistantship seats via COAP. IIT graduates with CGPA 8.0 or above may apply without GATE.
- Self-sponsored candidates need a first class with CGPA 7.0 or above. No GATE required for self-sponsored or project-mode tracks.
Admission Process
- GATE-qualified candidates register on COAP. IITH participates in COAP rounds for MoE-funded seats.
- Self-sponsored and IIT-BTech mode candidates apply through the IITH M.Tech admissions portal directly.
- Shortlisted candidates appear for a departmental written test and interview.
- A project-mode RA track is available for candidates with six or more months of project experience at IITH, with up to four admission rounds per year.
IITH M.Tech vs Other Colleges
Here is how IITH M.Tech compares with similar programmes on fees, entrance exams, cutoff, and placements.
| College | Fees | Exams | Cutoff | Salary | CD Rating |
|---|
| IITH M.Tech | 1.1 L to 2.9 L | GATE
COAP | Not Disclosed | Avg INR 18.1 LPA (2022-23) | 4.3/5 |
| IIT Madras M.Tech | 1.8 L | GATE | GATE 487 to 944 (Gen, 2025) | Median INR 19.6 LPA (2023-24) | 4.6/5 |
| IIT Bombay M.Tech | 1.2 L | GATE | GATE 700+ (Gen, 2025) | Avg INR 26.5 LPA (2024-25) | 4.4/5 |
| NIT Warangal M.Tech | 2.9 L | GATE via CCMT | GATE 761 CSE (Gen, 2025) | Avg INR 13.2 LPA (2025) | 4.1/5 |
✓ Opt for this if
- You want a niche interdisciplinary specialisation such as EV Technology or Medical Device Innovation.
- You are a GATE-qualified candidate seeking a monthly stipend at a premium IIT campus.
- You are interested in research-heavy programmes within a fast-growing IIT ecosystem.
✗ Skip if
- You want the highest placement averages among IITs and prefer IIT Bombay or IIT Madras.
- You need a large alumni network for career transitions, as IITH is a newer institution.
- You are applying to mainstream CSE or EE where older IITs have deeper placement pipelines.
IITH M.Tech Placement 2025
IITH M.Tech placement data from the Office of Career Services reflects strong industry demand for postgraduate engineers from the campus.
| Metric | 2022 to 2023 | 2023 to 2024 |
|---|
| Average Package | INR 18.10 LPA | Not Disclosed |
| Placement Rate | 72.52% | 66.78% |
| Highest Package | Not Disclosed | INR 58 LPA |
- Programme-level breakdowns are not publicly available.
IITH M.Tech Scholarships 2026
IITH M.Tech students on GATE-funded seats receive a monthly stipend and may qualify for institute scholarships based on merit and financial need.
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Teaching Assistantship Stipend | INR 12,400 per month | GATE-qualified students on TA seats. Valid for 22 months |
| Merit-cum-Means (MCM) | INR 1,000 per month | CGPA 7.0 or above. Income at or below INR 4.5 lakh per year. No active backlogs |
| SC/ST Scholarship | INR 250 per month plus refund of licence and dining charges | CGPA 7.0 or above. Income at or below INR 4.5 lakh per year |
- Scholarship details subject to revision per IITH norms.
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There is a total intake capacity of 26 seats for M.Des course at IIT Hyderabad.
The Department of Computer Science and Engineering, IIT Hyderabad offers an online M.Tech degree program. The classes will be conducted online. You can apply for admission if you have scored at least 70% marks in your B.Tech degree.