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Indian Institute of Information Technology Vadodara (IIIT Vadodara) is a public technical institute established in 2013 by the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India. It is an Institute of National Importance, constituted under the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research (Amendment) Act, 2017. The institute operates under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model with the Government of Gujarat, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Gujarat Energy Research and Management Institute (GERMI), and Gujarat State Fertilizers and Chemicals (GSFC) as industry partners.
IIIT Vadodara does not currently appear in the NIRF Engineering top 100 (2025) as a separately ranked entity.
The institute currently operates from Block 9, Government Engineering College, Sector-28, Gandhinagar, Gujarat, pending completion of the permanent campus at Gujarat Knowledge City, Dumad, Vadodara. IIIT Vadodara also runs an international campus at Diu (IIITV-ICD).
- B.Tech in 7 specialisations: CSE, AI, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Cyber Security, Mathematics and Computing, and Computational Engineering. Duration: 4 years.
- B.Tech Applied and Computational Physics is a 4-year programme with a science-engineering interface.
- M.Tech in 5 specialisations: AI, Communication Engineering, Data Science, VLSI Design, and AI and Communication. Duration: 2 years.
- MCA (Master of Computer Applications). Duration: 2 years.
- Executive M.Tech in AI and Data Science, for working professionals. Duration: 2 years.
- PhD across CSE, ECE, Mathematics, Applied Physics, and Humanities departments.
Total B.Tech fees are INR 17.80 Lakhs for 4 years (CSE, AI, ECE, IT, Cyber Security, Mathematics and Computing, Computational Engg). M.Tech total fees are INR 3.05 Lakhs. MCA total fees are INR 8.30 Lakhs.
In the 2024-25 placement season, the highest package was INR 56.30 LPA, with an average of INR 12 LPA and a median of INR 9 LPA. 168 B.Tech students were placed.
IIIT Vadodara Admission Dates 2027
B.Tech admissions are governed by JoSAA, which uses JEE Main scores. The 2026-27 cycle has concluded. The next cycle is anchored by JEE Main 2027, expected January to April 2027, with JoSAA 2027 counselling in June to July 2027.
| Event | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 | January to February 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 | April 2027 |
| JoSAA 2027 Registration | June 2027 |
| JoSAA 2027 Seat Allotment Rounds | June to July 2027 |
| Document Verification | July 2027 |
| Academic Commencement | August 2027 |
M.Tech and MCA admissions follow separate timelines. M.Tech uses GATE scores via CCMN counselling, while MCA admissions are through a separate institute-level process using the NIMCET score or IIIT Vadodara’s own MCA entrance test.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main | JoSAA |
| M.Tech | GATE | CCMN |
| MCA | NIMCET | NIT MCA Common Entrance Test |
| Executive M.Tech | Institute-level screening | IIIT Vadodara admissions |
| PhD | GATE / UGC-NET / CSIR-NET | IIIT Vadodara direct |
IIIT Vadodara Courses and Fees
IIIT Vadodara offers 8 B.Tech programmes, 5 M.Tech specialisations, an MCA, an Executive M.Tech, and PhD programmes. Total fees below reflect the full-duration cost for the General category as per 2025-26 fee data.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech: CSE / AI / IT / ECE / Cyber Security / Maths and Computing / Computational Engg | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 75%, valid JEE Main score | INR 17.80 Lakhs |
| B.Tech: Applied and Computational Physics | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 75%, valid JEE Main score | INR 10.75 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (AI / Communication Engg / Data Science / VLSI Design) | 2 years | B.Tech with 60%, valid GATE score | INR 3.05 Lakhs |
| MCA | 2 years | BCA or B.Sc (CS/IT/Maths) with 60% | INR 8.30 Lakhs |
| Executive M.Tech (AI and Data Science) | 2 years | B.Tech with 2+ years of work experience | INR 3.70 Lakhs |
| B.Sc (CS / Data Science, Online) | 3 years | 10+2 | INR 2.74 Lakhs |
CSE remains the flagship and most competitive programme. B.Tech fees at IIIT Vadodara are higher than government-quota NITs but lower than private engineering colleges of comparable brand standing. The B.Tech Applied and Computational Physics programme is a distinctive offering, combining physics with computing for students targeting research and data-science pathways.
IIIT Vadodara Admission Process
B.Tech Admission (JEE Main and JoSAA)
All B.Tech admissions at IIIT Vadodara flow through JoSAA using JEE Main scores. The eligibility is 10+2 with a minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST) in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics from a recognised board. IIIT Vadodara is an Institute of National Importance so its seats fall under the JoSAA IIIT category, distinct from NIT seats.
CSE is the most competitive branch, typically closing at a JEE Main OS rank in the 8,000 to 12,000 range for the OPEN Gender-Neutral category in the final JoSAA round. AI and ECE follow closely. Cyber Security and newer specialisations have slightly higher (less competitive) closing ranks.
JoSAA admission steps:
- Appear in JEE Main Session 1 or 2 and qualify
- Register on JoSAA portal after JEE Main results
- Fill institute, branch, and category preferences
- Participate in up to 6 seat allotment rounds
- Accept the allotted seat and pay seat-acceptance fee
- Report for physical document verification at IIIT Vadodara
M.Tech and MCA Admission
M.Tech candidates must hold a B.Tech or BE with 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST) and a valid GATE score in the relevant discipline. Admissions are processed through CCMN. MCA admission uses the NIMCET score, with the programme open to BCA and B.Sc (Computer Science/IT/Mathematics) graduates holding at least 60%.
IIIT Vadodara Placements
In the 2024-25 placement season, IIIT Vadodara placed 168 B.Tech students. The highest package was INR 56.30 LPA, the average package was INR 12 LPA, and the median was INR 9 LPA. M.Tech students saw a median of INR 6 LPA.
| Metric | B.Tech 2024-25 | M.Tech 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Students Placed | 168 | 6 |
| Highest Package | INR 56.30 LPA | - |
| Average Package | INR 12 LPA | - |
| Median Package | INR 9 LPA | INR 6 LPA |
The TCS partnership gives IIIT Vadodara students visibility with one of India’s largest IT employers. Companies that have recruited from the institute include Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Jio, Siemens, MathWorks, Samsung, and Goldman Sachs. The CSE, AI, and ECE batches attract the largest share of technology-sector offers. The institute’s industry-institute collaboration with TCS, GERMI, and GSFC has also opened internship and pre-placement offer pathways for domain-specific roles in energy, chemicals, and data analytics.
IIIT Vadodara Scholarships
IIIT Vadodara, as an Institute of National Importance under the NIT Act, offers standard government scholarship schemes. SC/ST students receive tuition fee exemption. Additional schemes are available through the National Scholarship Portal (NSP) and AICTE.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Tuition Fee Exemption | SC/ST category students | Full tuition fee waiver |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship | Girl students, family income below INR 8 Lakhs, first or second girl child | INR 50,000 per year plus tuition up to INR 30,000 |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship | Differently-abled students (40%+ disability), family income below INR 8 Lakhs | INR 50,000 per year plus tuition up to INR 30,000 |
| SBI Scholar Loan | Admission to IIIT Vadodara | Education loan at preferential interest rates under SBI Scholar Loan scheme |
| PNB Pratibha Loan | Admission to IIIT Vadodara | Education loan at preferential interest rates under PNB Pratibha scheme |
Students can apply for government scholarships through the NSP portal from October to November each year. Loan scholarships via SBI and PNB are available given IIIT Vadodara’s Institute of National Importance status, which qualifies students for preferential education loan rates.
IIIT Vadodara Campus and Infrastructure
IIIT Vadodara currently operates from Block 9, Government Engineering College, Sector-28, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. This is a temporary arrangement while the institute’s permanent campus is being developed at Gujarat Knowledge City, Dumad, Vadodara. The Gandhinagar location is close to the state capital and Gujarat’s administrative and industrial zones.
IIIT Vadodara also operates the IIITV-ICD (IIIT Vadodara International Campus Diu) at Diu, which offers engineering programmes in the Union Territory. The TCS partnership provides students access to TCS’s digital infrastructure, learning platforms, and industry-grade tools for hands-on computing education.
Hostel facilities are available for both male and female students at the Gandhinagar campus. The institute’s location in Gandhinagar places students within reach of Gujarat’s growing GIFT City fintech corridor and industrial clusters in the greater Ahmedabad area, supporting internship and placement pipelines.
IIIT Vadodara vs IIIT Lucknow vs IIIT Bhopal
Aspirants considering IIITs under JoSAA often compare IIIT Vadodara with IIIT Lucknow and IIIT Bhopal, as all three are newer-generation PPP IIITs with JoSAA seats and similar Institute of National Importance status.
| Parameter | IIIT Vadodara | IIIT Lucknow | IIIT Bhopal |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2013 | 2015 | 2017 |
| Location | Gandhinagar, Gujarat (temp) | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh |
| Type | PPP (GoI + Gujarat Govt + TCS) | PPP (GoI + UP Govt) | PPP (GoI + MP Govt) |
| B.Tech Fee (4 years) | INR 17.80 Lakhs | INR 17 to 19 Lakhs | INR 17 to 19 Lakhs |
| Highest Package 2024-25 | INR 56.30 LPA | - | - |
| Admission | JEE Main via JoSAA | JEE Main via JoSAA | JEE Main via JoSAA |
IIIT Vadodara stands out for its TCS industry partnership and the multi-partner PPP model, which has contributed to consistently strong placement outcomes and the highest package figure among the three. IIIT Lucknow benefits from its north-Indian location with strong IT-sector proximity. IIIT Bhopal is the newest of the three, with growing placement infrastructure. Aspirants should check the current JoSAA closing ranks for each branch, as cutoffs can vary significantly between institutes and years.
IIIT Vadodara FAQs
Ques. Is IIIT Vadodara a government college?
Ans. Yes. IIIT Vadodara is a government-funded institute, an Institute of National Importance under the NIT Act. It operates under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model with the Ministry of Education, Government of Gujarat, TCS, GERMI, and GSFC as partners. Degrees awarded carry national recognition.
Ques. Where is IIIT Vadodara located?
Ans. IIIT Vadodara currently operates from Block 9, Government Engineering College, Sector-28, Gandhinagar, Gujarat. The permanent campus is being built at Gujarat Knowledge City, Dumad, Vadodara. The institute also runs an international campus at Diu (IIITV-ICD).
Ques. What is the JEE Main cutoff for IIIT Vadodara CSE?
Ans. In recent JoSAA cycles, the CSE closing rank at IIIT Vadodara under the Other State (OS) OPEN Gender-Neutral category was typically in the range of JEE Main rank 8,000 to 12,000 in the final round. Cutoffs vary each year. AI and ECE close within a similar range. Cyber Security and newer specialisations have relatively higher (less competitive) closing ranks.
Ques. What are the placement statistics for IIIT Vadodara?
Ans. In the 2024-25 placement season, 168 B.Tech students were placed with a highest package of INR 56.30 LPA, an average of INR 12 LPA, and a median of INR 9 LPA. Top recruiters included Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Jio, Siemens, MathWorks, Samsung, and Goldman Sachs.
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech at IIIT Vadodara?
Ans. The total 4-year B.Tech fee at IIIT Vadodara is INR 17.80 Lakhs for the General category (CSE, AI, ECE, IT, Cyber Security, Mathematics and Computing, Computational Engineering). B.Tech Applied and Computational Physics costs INR 10.75 Lakhs total. Fees are subject to revision each academic year.
Ques. Does IIIT Vadodara accept GATE for M.Tech?
Ans. Yes. M.Tech admissions at IIIT Vadodara are based on valid GATE scores, processed through CCMN counselling. Specialisations available include Artificial Intelligence, Communication Engineering, Data Science, and VLSI Design. Eligibility is a B.Tech or BE with 60% aggregate.
Ques. What is the TCS role in IIIT Vadodara?
Ans. Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) is one of the PPP industry partners of IIIT Vadodara. The partnership provides the institute with access to TCS learning platforms, infrastructure, and industry-relevant curriculum inputs. TCS is also a major recruiter from the campus.
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Entrance tests for IIIT Vadodara are JEE Mains, GATE and IIT JAM.