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Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad (IIT Dharwad) is a public technical university established in 2016 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It is designated an Institute of National Importance under the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research Act, 2007. IIT Bombay is the formal mentor institute for IIT Dharwad under the government’s new IIT mentorship programme.
As per NIRF Engineering Rankings 2025, IIT Dharwad is ranked #77 nationally, a significant improvement from the 101-150 band recorded in NIRF 2024.
The permanent campus spreads across 470 acres at Chikkamalligawad, Dharwad, Karnataka, and was inaugurated by the Prime Minister on 12 March 2023. IIT Dharwad is described as the first green and smart IIT in India, with sustainability infrastructure integrated into the campus design. Dharwad city is well connected to Hubli (15 km) and Bengaluru by rail and road.
- B.Tech (4 years) - eight specialisations: Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Infrastructure Engineering, Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Engineering Physics, and Mathematics and Computing
- BS (4 years) - four pure-science disciplines: Biological Sciences, Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics
- BS+MS Dual Degree (5 years)
- M.Tech (2 years) - Communication and Signal Processing, CSE, Design Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Microelectronics and VLSI Technology, Power Systems and Power Electronics, and Thermal and Fluid Engineering
- M.Sc (2 years) - Chemistry, Mathematics, Molecular Medicine, and Physics
- Ex.M.Tech (2 years) - AI and Data Science, Electric Vehicle Technology
- PhD - across all departments
The total B.Tech fee is INR 11,39,500 for the full four-year programme (8 semesters). M.Tech fees are INR 2,17,000 for two years. M.Sc fees are INR 1,92,500 for two years.
SC/ST students and students from families with annual income below INR 1 Lakh receive full tuition fee waivers under the IIT fee concession policy.
In the 2024-25 placement season, the highest offer was INR 56 LPA and the average UG package was INR 14.65 LPA. The NIRF 2024-reported median UG package was INR 11.62 LPA.
IIT Dharwad Admission Dates 2026
B.Tech admissions to IIT Dharwad for the 2026-30 batch have concluded. JEE Advanced 2026 governed the entire admission cycle, with JoSAA counselling completing in August 2026. M.Tech admissions via GATE 2026 and M.Sc admissions via JAM 2026 have also concluded for the current session.
| Event | 2026 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced 2026 Exam | May 18, 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 Results | June 9, 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling Registration | June 2026 |
| JoSAA Round 1 Seat Allotment | July 2026 |
| JoSAA Final Round Seat Allotment | August 2026 |
| Reporting and Admission Confirmation | August 2026 |
The 2027 B.Tech intake follows the same JEE Advanced and JoSAA structure. Candidates targeting IIT Dharwad for the 2027 batch should register for JEE Mains 2027 (qualifier for JEE Advanced), tentatively in January 2027.
| Event | 2027 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JEE Mains 2027 (Session 1) | January to February 2027 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 | May 2027 |
| JoSAA Counselling | June to August 2027 |
| Classes Begin | August 2027 |
The table below shows the entrance exam and eligibility requirements for each programme family at IIT Dharwad.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech / BS / BS+MS | JEE Advanced + JoSAA | 10+2 PCM with 75% (65% for SC/ST/PwD), Top 2.5 lakh in JEE Mains |
| M.Tech | GATE + COAP | B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc in relevant discipline |
| M.Sc | IIT JAM | Bachelor’s degree with the relevant science subject |
| Ex.M.Tech | Institute Selection | Working professionals with a B.Tech and 2+ years of experience |
| PhD | Institute Test and Interview | M.Tech/M.Sc in relevant discipline (M.Tech exempts from coursework) |
IIT Dharwad Courses and Fees
IIT Dharwad offers 8 B.Tech specialisations, 4 BS programmes, a BS+MS dual degree, 7 M.Tech specialisations, 4 M.Sc programmes, 2 Ex.M.Tech tracks, and PhD programmes across all departments. The total B.Tech fee is INR 11,39,500 for 4 years (8 semesters at INR 1,00,000 tuition per semester plus applicable fees and deposits).
| Course | Duration | Total Fees (General) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (all 8 specialisations) | 4 years | INR 11,39,500 |
| BS (Biological Sciences / Chemistry / Mathematics / Physics) | 4 years | INR 11,39,500 |
| BS+MS Dual Degree | 5 years | INR 14,20,000 |
| M.Tech (7 specialisations) | 2 years | INR 2,17,000 (General) |
| M.Tech (Research) - SC/ST | 2 years | INR 1,97,000 |
| M.Sc (Chemistry / Mathematics / Molecular Medicine / Physics) | 2 years | INR 1,92,500 |
| Ex.M.Tech (AI and Data Science / EV Technology) | 2 years | INR 2,40,000 |
| PhD | Varies | INR 3,01,000 to INR 6,02,000 |
CSE and Mathematics and Computing are the most competitive B.Tech programmes, attracting the top JEE Advanced ranks at IIT Dharwad. The Chemical and Biochemical Engineering programme is a distinctive offering among the new IIT cohort. The BS programmes in pure sciences provide a research pathway for students not targeting engineering careers.
IIT Dharwad Admission Process
B.Tech / BS / BS+MS Admission
B.Tech, BS, and BS+MS admissions at IIT Dharwad are entirely through JEE Advanced and the centralised JoSAA counselling process. No institute-level test or separate application is required. The institute follows the standard IIT admissions protocol.
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics, minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD), and a rank in the top 2,50,000 in JEE Mains
- Age: Born on or after October 1, 2001 for General (relaxed for SC/ST/PwD)
- Process: JEE Mains qualification - JEE Advanced registration and exam - rank announcement - JoSAA registration - choice filling - seat allotment rounds (up to 6) - reporting at IIT Dharwad - document verification - fee payment
Based on JoSAA 2026 Round 1 data, the closing rank for CSE (General Category) at IIT Dharwad was 7,426. ECE closed at 8,996 and Mechanical Engineering at 12,908. Other branches (Civil Infrastructure, Chemical and Biochemical, Engineering Physics, Mathematics and Computing) close at higher ranks than CSE in the General category.
M.Tech and M.Sc Admission
M.Tech admissions are based on valid GATE scores through the COAP (Common Offer Acceptance Portal). Eligibility is a B.Tech/B.E. or M.Sc degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD). M.Sc admissions are through IIT JAM (Joint Admission Test for MSc), with subject-specific eligibility for each M.Sc programme. PhD admissions are through an institute-level written test and interview conducted in December and May each year.
IIT Dharwad Placements
IIT Dharwad’s Training and Placement Cell (TPC) manages campus recruitment. The 2024-25 placement season recorded a highest offer of INR 56 LPA. The average UG package for the 2024-25 batch stood at INR 14.65 LPA. As per NIRF 2025 data, the median UG package (4-year programmes) reported was INR 11.62 LPA for the 2023-24 graduating batch.
As a relatively young IIT, the recruiter pool is expanding with each passing batch. Technology companies, financial services firms, and research organisations are the dominant recruiting sectors. CSE and EEE graduates attract the highest packages, while core branches (ME, Chemical) see placements in PSUs, manufacturing, and core engineering firms.
| Metric | 2024-25 | 2023-24 (NIRF Reported) |
|---|---|---|
| Highest Package | INR 56 LPA | - |
| Average Package (UG) | INR 14.65 LPA | INR 11.62 LPA (median) |
| PG Median Package | - | INR 10.75 LPA |
IIT Dharwad’s placement numbers are expected to grow as the first batches from the permanent campus mature. The institute’s research-oriented environment and IIT Bombay mentorship strengthen the profile of graduates for research, higher studies, and R and D roles in addition to corporate placements.
IIT Dharwad Rankings
IIT Dharwad has shown strong improvement in national rankings since its founding. The 2025 NIRF Engineering rank of #77 is a significant jump from the 101-150 band in NIRF 2024, reflecting the institute’s growth in research output, faculty strength, and placement performance.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank | 2024 Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 77 | 101-150 band |
As a new IIT established in 2016 and operating from its permanent campus only since March 2023, IIT Dharwad is not yet covered by international ranking bodies such as QS or THE, which typically require institutional history beyond 10 years for inclusion. NIRF participation and rankings are the most authoritative current measure of the institute’s standing.
IIT Dharwad Scholarships
IIT Dharwad follows the standard IIT fee concession policy based on family income and category. Concessions are applied directly to tuition fees at the time of fee payment each semester.
| Category / Condition | Fee Concession |
|---|---|
| SC/ST students | Full tuition fee waiver |
| General/OBC-NCL, family income below INR 1 Lakh/year | Full tuition fee waiver |
| General/OBC-NCL, family income INR 1 to 5 Lakhs/year | Two-thirds tuition fee waiver |
| PwD students | Full tuition fee waiver |
| Merit-cum-Means scholarship | INR 1,000 per month stipend for eligible UG students |
These concessions apply to tuition fees only. Hostel, mess, medical, and other charges are payable in full by all students regardless of the fee concession status. National Scholarship Portal (NSP) schemes are additionally available for eligible students from specified minority communities and other categories.
IIT Dharwad Campus and Infrastructure
The permanent IIT Dharwad campus covers 470 acres at Chikkamalligawad, about 7 km from Dharwad city and 15 km from Hubli. The campus was formally inaugurated on 12 March 2023 and is positioned as the first green and smart IIT in India, with integrated solar energy systems, sustainable water management, and smart campus infrastructure.
The campus includes academic buildings, departmental research labs, a central library, computer centres, innovation and incubation cells, sports facilities, and student activity centres. Residential facilities are available for students in on-campus hostels, with the residential model reflecting the residential nature of all IIT campuses. The institute has approximately 866 students currently enrolled, giving it a close-knit campus community relative to older IITs.
Dharwad district in northern Karnataka is known for its cultural traditions (classical music, Kannada literature) and temperate climate. The Hubli-Dharwad twin cities provide urban access including a commercial airport (Hubballi Airport), railway connectivity, and healthcare facilities for the campus community.
IIT Dharwad vs IIT Bhilai vs IIT Goa
JEE Advanced candidates with ranks in the 7,000 to 15,000 range (General category) commonly evaluate IIT Dharwad alongside IIT Bhilai (Chhattisgarh) and IIT Goa. All three are part of the same cohort of IITs established in 2016 and admit exclusively through JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling.
| Parameter | IIT Dharwad, Karnataka | IIT Bhilai, Chhattisgarh | IIT Goa |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2016 | 2016 | 2016 |
| Status | Institute of National Importance | Institute of National Importance | Institute of National Importance |
| Permanent Campus | Chikkamalligawad, Dharwad (470 acres) | Sejbahar, Raipur | Farmagudi, Ponda |
| NIRF Engineering 2025 | 77 | - | - |
| B.Tech Total Fees | INR 11,39,500 | Similar (IIT fee structure) | Similar (IIT fee structure) |
| JEE CSE Closing Rank (Gen, 2026 R1) | 7,426 | - | - |
| Highest Placement (2024-25) | INR 56 LPA | - | - |
IIT Dharwad leads this cohort with a verified NIRF Engineering 2025 rank of 77, reflecting faster institutionalisation aided by its permanent campus and IIT Bombay mentorship. IIT Goa offers a unique coastal environment in one of India’s smallest states. IIT Bhilai serves the Central Indian belt with proximity to Raipur. All three offer the IIT degree with the associated brand value and JEE Advanced admission process.
IIT Dharwad FAQs
Ques. What is the JEE Advanced cutoff for IIT Dharwad CSE?
Ans. Based on JoSAA 2026 Round 1 data, the closing rank for CSE (General Category) at IIT Dharwad was 7,426. ECE closed at 8,996 and Mechanical Engineering at 12,908. Cutoffs vary by round and category. SC/ST and OBC-NCL cutoffs are significantly relaxed compared to General category.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Dharwad?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at IIT Dharwad is INR 11,39,500 for the full four-year programme (8 semesters). This includes tuition of INR 1,00,000 per semester plus applicable fees and deposits. SC/ST students and students with family income below INR 1 Lakh per year receive a full tuition fee waiver.
Ques. What is the placement package at IIT Dharwad?
Ans. In the 2024-25 placement season, IIT Dharwad recorded a highest offer of INR 56 LPA. The average UG package was INR 14.65 LPA. As per NIRF 2025 data, the median UG package for the 2023-24 graduating batch was INR 11.62 LPA.
Ques. Is IIT Dharwad a new IIT? When did it move to its permanent campus?
Ans. Yes, IIT Dharwad was established in 2016 and is part of the second wave of IITs set up under the Central Government’s expansion of IIT institutes. It operated from a temporary campus at WALMI, Belur, until the permanent 470-acre campus at Chikkamalligawad, Dharwad was inaugurated on 12 March 2023 by the Prime Minister.
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of IIT Dharwad?
Ans. IIT Dharwad is ranked 77 in the NIRF Engineering Rankings 2025, up from the 101-150 band in NIRF 2024. The institute’s rapid rank improvement reflects growing research output and expanding placement performance since moving to its permanent campus.
Ques. Does IIT Dharwad have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes. IIT Dharwad has on-campus hostel facilities at its permanent 470-acre campus in Dharwad. All UG students are typically required to reside on campus in the first year. The hostel and residential infrastructure is part of the smart campus that was inaugurated in March 2023.
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The last date for application had been over by October 20th 2023.
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No, IIT Dharwad does not have a permanent campus. This institute is operating from a temporary campus situated within the Water and Land Management Institute (WALMI) campus. The new campus of this institute is also going to be situated inside the WALMI campus. This location of both campuses will be easily rechable.