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Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kota (IIIT-K) is a public Institute of National Importance established in 2013 in Rajasthan. It was set up under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, with the Ministry of Education (Government of India), the Government of Rajasthan, and industry partners as joint promoters. IIIT Kota currently operates under the mentorship of Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur (MNIT Jaipur).
IIIT Kota does not currently appear in the NIRF Engineering ranked list. The institute participates in the NIRF framework and submits annual institutional data under Institute ID IR-O-U-0799.
The institute’s permanent campus is under development at Ranpur, Kota, spanning 100.37 acres allocated by the Government of Rajasthan. Academic operations currently run from the temporary campus at MNIT Jaipur, Jaipur.
- B.Tech (4 years) with three specialisations:
- Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
- Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AI and DS)
- Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
- M.Tech (2 years) in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, and Semiconductor Technology
- PhD in Computer Science and Engineering, and Electronics and Communication Engineering
The total B.Tech fee for the 4-year programme is INR 12.34 Lakhs under the General quota (INR 35.54 Lakhs under the NRI quota). M.Tech total fee is INR 3.01 Lakhs for the 2-year programme.
In the 2025 placement season, IIIT Kota recorded a highest package of INR 54 LPA and an average package of INR 11.13 LPA. The overall placement rate stood at 71.34%. Top recruiters included Amazon, Nvidia, Microsoft, Samsung R&D, and Infosys.
IIIT Kota Admission Dates 2026
IIIT Kota B.Tech admissions are anchored by JEE Main, with final seat allocation through JoSAA counselling. The 2026 admission cycle has fully concluded. The table below lists the concluded 2026 cycle key events.
| Event | 2026 Cycle Date | Status |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 | January 2026 | Concluded |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 | April 2026 | Concluded |
| JoSAA 2026 Registration and Choice Filling | June 2026 | Concluded |
| JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment | June 2026 | Concluded |
| JoSAA 2026 Final Round Allotment | July to August 2026 | Concluded |
The next admission cycle for the 2027 batch will begin with JEE Main 2027 registration, expected in November to December 2026. The tentative schedule below reflects the standard JoSAA calendar pattern.
| Event | 2027 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 Registration Opens | November to December 2026 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 | January 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 | April 2027 |
| JoSAA 2027 Registration and Choice Filling | June 2027 |
| JoSAA 2027 Round 1 to Final Allotment | June to August 2027 |
Entrance exam requirements vary by programme level. The table below covers all IIIT Kota programmes.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Counselling |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE / AI and DS / ECE) | JEE Main | JoSAA |
| M.Tech (AI and DS / Semiconductor Technology) | GATE | CCMT or Institute-level |
| PhD (CSE / ECE) | GATE or UGC-NET or Institute Test | Institute-level |
IIIT Kota Courses and Fees
IIIT Kota offers 7 programmes across B.Tech, M.Tech, and PhD levels, all within the Information Technology and Electronics domains. The fee structure is standardised under the PPP model, with identical tuition rates across all three B.Tech specialisations.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees (General Quota) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, valid JEE Main score | INR 12.34 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (AI and Data Science) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, valid JEE Main score | INR 12.34 Lakhs |
| B.Tech (ECE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM, valid JEE Main score | INR 12.34 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (AI and Data Science) | 2 years | B.Tech/B.E. in relevant discipline, valid GATE score | INR 3.01 Lakhs |
| M.Tech (Semiconductor Technology) | 2 years | B.Tech/B.E. in ECE, EEE or related discipline, valid GATE score | INR 3.01 Lakhs |
| PhD (CSE) | 3 to 5 years | M.Tech or M.Sc. in CS or related field, GATE or UGC-NET | INR 59,925 (Year 1) |
| PhD (ECE) | 3 to 5 years | M.Tech or M.Sc. in ECE or related field, GATE or UGC-NET | INR 59,925 (Year 1) |
The B.Tech in AI and Data Science is a specialised offering covering machine learning, big data, and analytics at the undergraduate level. The M.Tech in Semiconductor Technology is aligned with India’s national semiconductor mission, training graduates in VLSI design and semiconductor device engineering.
IIIT Kota Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admission to all three specialisations is conducted entirely through the JoSAA counselling process. There is no management quota, institute-level test, or direct admission route for B.Tech at IIIT Kota.
- Eligibility: 10+2 or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects
- Minimum aggregate: 75% in Class 12 for General and OBC-NCL categories (65% for SC, ST, and PwD) as per JoSAA eligibility norms
- Entrance: Valid JEE Main score from Session 1 or Session 2 of the relevant year
The JoSAA seat allocation process follows these stages:
- Step 1: JEE Main registration, examination, and result declaration by NTA
- Step 2: JoSAA online registration using JEE Main credentials
- Step 3: Online choice filling of programme preferences across participating institutes
- Step 4: Round-wise seat allotment based on JEE Main rank, category, and choice order
- Step 5: Payment of seat acceptance fee and document upload within the specified window
- Step 6: Reporting to the institute for document verification and admission confirmation
Based on JoSAA 2025 data, the closing rank for B.Tech CSE (General category, Gender-Neutral) was 27,400. The B.Tech ECE closing rank in the same category was 36,737. Actual closing ranks shift annually based on applicant pool size and preference patterns.
M.Tech Admission
M.Tech admission in AI and Data Science and Semiconductor Technology requires a valid GATE score. Candidates are shortlisted based on GATE rank and appear for written tests or interviews as applicable.
- Eligibility: B.Tech or B.E. in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, IT or a related discipline
- GATE paper: CS or EC as appropriate to the chosen specialisation
- Counselling: CCMT portal or institute-level process as notified annually
PhD Admission
PhD positions in CSE and ECE are filled through a two-stage institute-level selection. Shortlisted candidates appear for a written test followed by a faculty panel interview.
- Eligibility: M.Tech or M.Sc. in a relevant discipline, or B.Tech with a valid GATE or UGC-NET score
- Funded positions: GATE or UGC-NET qualified candidates are eligible for a monthly research fellowship
- Notification: Admissions are announced on the IIIT Kota official website each semester
IIIT Kota Placements
IIIT Kota’s 2025 placement season recorded a highest package of INR 54 LPA and an average package of INR 11.13 LPA across B.Tech and M.Tech graduates. The overall placement rate was 71.34%. CSE led with an average of INR 11.44 LPA and a placement rate of 75.07%. ECE recorded a highest offer of INR 54 LPA, an average of INR 10.34 LPA, and a placement rate of 62%. The M.Tech batch recorded a median of INR 18 LPA.
The 2025 season saw a moderation from 2024 levels, where the highest offer stood at INR 65 LPA and the average at INR 13.09 LPA, reflecting broader hiring conditions in the technology sector.
| Metric | 2025 Season | 2024 Season |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 54 LPA | INR 65 LPA |
| Average Package (Overall) | INR 11.13 LPA | INR 13.09 LPA |
| B.Tech CSE Average | INR 11.44 LPA | Not disclosed |
| B.Tech ECE Average | INR 10.34 LPA | Not disclosed |
| Overall Placement Rate | 71.34% | Not disclosed |
Top recruiters at IIIT Kota include Amazon, Nvidia, Microsoft, Flipkart, Samsung R&D, and Highspot at the high-offer end. Deloitte and Infosys anchor volume hiring alongside other IT services firms. VLSI and semiconductor roles are driven primarily by ECE-focused companies including R&D-oriented firms.
IIIT Kota Campus and Infrastructure
IIIT Kota’s permanent campus is located at Ranpur, Kota, Rajasthan, covering 100.37 acres allocated by the Government of Rajasthan in 2021. The campus is part of a planned educational and industrial corridor in the Kota-Ranpur belt. Development of academic blocks, student hostels, faculty residences, a central library, and sports facilities is in progress.
Until the permanent campus becomes operational, academic activities run from the temporary campus at MNIT Jaipur, Jaipur. Students have access to MNIT Jaipur’s central library, computing laboratories, sports complex, health centre, and hostel facilities during this phase.
Proximity to Kota’s established industrial base in chemicals, fertilisers, and precision engineering, combined with the growing IT services presence in the Jaipur-Kota corridor, provides students with internship and industry interface opportunities across both cities.
IIIT Kota vs IIIT Vadodara vs IIIT Nagpur
Aspirants shortlisted at IIIT Kota through JoSAA often also have offers at IIIT Vadodara and IIIT Nagpur. All three are PPP-model IIITs under the Ministry of Education, with identical admission processes, comparable fee structures, and a shared focus on information technology and electronics.
| Parameter | IIIT Kota | IIIT Vadodara | IIIT Nagpur |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2013 | 2013 | 2016 |
| State | Rajasthan | Gujarat | Maharashtra |
| Current Location | MNIT Jaipur (Jaipur) and Ranpur, Kota (permanent, under development) | Vadodara | Nagpur |
| B.Tech Specialisations | CSE, AI and DS, ECE | CSE, IT, ECE | CSE, ECE, AI and ML |
| B.Tech Fee (General, 4 years) | INR 12.34 Lakhs | INR 12 to 14 Lakhs | INR 12 to 14 Lakhs |
| Admission Route | JEE Main via JoSAA | JEE Main via JoSAA | JEE Main via JoSAA |
| 2025 Highest Placement | INR 54 LPA | Refer to institute site | Refer to institute site |
IIIT Kota’s 2025 average placement of INR 11.13 LPA is documented from the placement season. IIIT Vadodara, located in a major industrial and corporate hub in Gujarat, typically draws a wider recruiter set spanning manufacturing, chemicals, IT services, and product companies. IIIT Nagpur, being a newer IIIT, is building its placement network but benefits from proximity to Nagpur’s growing IT corridor and logistics hub. The choice between the three hinges primarily on location preference, specialisation fit, and JoSAA closing rank.
IIIT Kota FAQs
Ques. What is the total fee for B.Tech at IIIT Kota?
Ans. The total fee for the 4-year B.Tech at IIIT Kota under the General quota is INR 12.34 Lakhs, covering tuition and other fees across all 8 semesters. NRI quota students pay INR 35.54 Lakhs for the full programme.
Ques. What JEE Main rank is needed for IIIT Kota?
Ans. Based on JoSAA 2025 data, the B.Tech CSE closing rank at IIIT Kota for the General category (Gender-Neutral) was 27,400. The ECE closing rank in the same category was 36,737. Actual closing ranks vary annually based on applicant pool and preference patterns.
Ques. Where is the IIIT Kota campus located?
Ans. IIIT Kota’s permanent campus is being built at Ranpur, Kota, Rajasthan, on a 100.37-acre site. Until it is operational, academic activities run from the temporary campus at MNIT Jaipur, Jaipur. Students use MNIT Jaipur’s hostel, library, and lab facilities during this phase.
Ques. What was IIIT Kota’s placement package in 2025?
Ans. IIIT Kota’s highest placement package in the 2025 season was INR 54 LPA. The average package across B.Tech and M.Tech graduates was INR 11.13 LPA. The overall placement rate was 71.34%. Top recruiters included Amazon, Nvidia, Microsoft, Samsung R&D, and Infosys.
Ques. Is IIIT Kota an Institute of National Importance?
Ans. Yes. IIIT Kota is designated as an Institute of National Importance under the IIIT (PPP) Act. It was established in 2013 under the Public-Private Partnership model by the Ministry of Education (Government of India), the Government of Rajasthan, and industry partners, and operates under MNIT Jaipur’s mentorship.
Ques. Does IIIT Kota offer hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. IIIT Kota students currently have access to hostel facilities at the MNIT Jaipur campus, where academic operations are based. The permanent campus at Ranpur, Kota, is being developed with dedicated student hostels as part of the planned infrastructure.
Ques. Is IIIT Kota NIRF ranked?
Ans. IIIT Kota has not received a published rank in the NIRF 2025 Engineering rankings. The institute participates in the NIRF framework and submits annual data under Institute ID IR-O-U-0799. Its ranking status in NIRF is expected to evolve as the institute grows its research output and graduate numbers.
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