Overview
IIT Bombay was set up in 1958 at Powai, Mumbai, and is an Institute of National Importance as well as an Institute of Eminence. Its green campus houses departments spanning engineering, science, design, humanities and management. The institute admits students to B.Tech, dual-degree, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, M.Des and PhD programmes.
IIT Bombay Highlights
| Founded | 1958 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Mumbai, Maharashtra |
| Popular programmes listed | 2 |
| TUF Rank 2026 | #3 (editorial ordering) |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
M.Tech
Admission Process
Undergraduate seats are filled through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Advanced), with allocation done through the common JoSAA counselling. The B.Des programme admits through UCEED instead. Postgraduate admission to M.Tech is based on valid GATE scores; candidates admitted under the Teaching Assistantship category also get a monthly stipend, and some departments conduct written tests or interviews.
How to apply — typical steps
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- Open the admissions section on the university's official website.
- Choose your programme and check its eligibility criteria.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit before the deadline.
- Track counselling and merit-list announcements on the official website.
Placements
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Scholarships
The institute runs Merit-Cum-Means scholarships for undergraduate students and states that financial support is made available to all needy students. SC, ST and PwD students are exempted from paying tuition fees, and M.Tech students with teaching assistantships receive a monthly stipend.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at IIT Bombay?
You must qualify JEE Advanced and participate in JoSAA counselling. Around 900 undergraduate seats are filled this way each year.
What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Bombay?
Tuition is ₹1 lakh per semester, so the yearly academic cost is roughly ₹2–2.5 lakh (indicative), excluding hostel and mess charges.
Is there a stipend for M.Tech students at IIT Bombay?
Yes. M.Tech students admitted under the Teaching Assistantship category receive a monthly fellowship, and they pay a concessional tuition fee.
Does IIT Bombay offer scholarships?
Yes, including Merit-Cum-Means scholarships for undergraduates. The institute follows a need-blind admission approach, so financial support is available to needy students.
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