IIT Delhi M.Sc Information Technology: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Ans. The M.S. (Research) is a research-oriented degree focused on independent thesis work under a faculty supervisor, whereas M.Tech is a taught programme with structured coursework and a shorter project component. M.S. students conduct original research that may take longer than 2 years if the thesis scope demands it. Both programmes use GATE scores and COAP for admissions. The M.Tech is more common for industry transition, while M.S. suits students targeting research or PhD pathways.

Ans. IIT Delhi requires a GATE 2026 CS score above the qualifying threshold, which is generally 300 or higher for General/OBC/EWS, and 200 or above for SC/ST/PwD. The actual competitive cut-off is higher due to the limited number of seats and strong applicant pool. IIT B.Tech graduates with a CGPA of 8.0 or above may apply through COAP without a GATE score. Checking previous year COAP cut-offs gives a realistic idea of the score required.

Ans. Yes. GATE-qualified M.S. students appointed as Teaching Assistants receive INR 12,400 per month throughout the programme, subject to satisfactory academic performance. This stipend is directly credited to the student’s bank account and continues for the duration of the two-year programme or the TA appointment period. Additionally, SC/ST students are exempt from tuition fee payment, reducing out-of-pocket costs further.

Ans. The minimum duration is 2 years (4 semesters). The programme is thesis-based: students register for a research project from the first semester under a faculty supervisor and must submit and defend a thesis to earn the degree. Unlike M.Tech, there is no fixed number of taught courses to complete before beginning research. Students who need more time for the thesis may extend beyond 4 semesters with approval.

Ans. Graduates typically pursue PhD programmes at IITs, IISc, or reputed international universities, or join research labs at organisations such as Microsoft Research, Google DeepMind, TCS Research, and IBM Research. Some join product companies in senior software engineering, machine learning, or data science roles. The M.S. from IIT Delhi carries strong academic credibility and is widely recognised by PhD admission committees at top global universities.

Ans. Yes. IIT Delhi provides on-campus hostel accommodation for postgraduate students at Hauz Khas, New Delhi. Hostel charges range from INR 36,000 to INR 51,000 per semester depending on hostel type and room category, and are payable separately from the academic fee. Hostel allotment is based on availability and is not guaranteed at the time of admission. Students should apply for accommodation as early as possible after receiving their COAP offer.