Overview
IIT Madras was inaugurated in July 1959 with West German technical assistance and was declared an Institute of National Importance in 1961. Its large forested campus in South Chennai is also a protected national park. The institute offers programmes from B.Tech and BS to M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, MS and PhD.
IIT Madras Highlights
| Founded | 1959 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
| Popular programmes listed | 2 |
| TUF Rank 2026 | #1 (editorial ordering) |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
TUF Rank is our own editorial ordering for browsing, not an official or government rank. We publish no NIRF or other third-party rank unless verified.
Campus Gallery
All photos are freely licensed — full attribution on our image credits page. See every campus photo on the campus gallery.
Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
M.Tech
Admission Process
B.Tech admission is through JEE Advanced, with seats allotted through JoSAA; the institute also runs SEA and FACE admission channels for some categories. Foreign nationals, NRIs, PIOs and OCIs apply through the STUDY IN INDIA portal. M.Tech admission is based on valid GATE scores, with seat allotment through the COAP portal and financial assistance through the HTTA scheme for eligible candidates.
How to apply — typical steps
Every university's exact process differs — confirm each step on the official website.
- 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
No verified placement data published yet.
We publish placement figures only when they come from the university's official placement report — no estimates, no borrowed numbers. Check the official website for the latest placement updates.
Scholarships
The institute awards Merit-Cum-Means scholarships to about 25% of students and full tuition exemption to another 10% based on income. M.Tech students under the HTTA scheme receive ₹12,400 per month for up to 22 months, and several alumni-funded merit scholarships are listed on the institute's alumni relations portal.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at IIT Madras?
You need to qualify JEE Advanced and take part in JoSAA counselling. A valid JEE Advanced admit card is required during document verification.
What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Madras?
Tuition is ₹1 lakh per semester, making the yearly cost roughly ₹2–3 lakh (indicative) including other charges. Students from low-income families get tuition remissions, and SC/ST/PwD students are exempt.
How is M.Tech admission done at IIT Madras?
Admission is based on a valid GATE score, and seats are allotted through the COAP portal. Eligible candidates also get a monthly assistantship under the HTTA scheme.
Does IIT Madras give scholarships to undergraduates?
Yes. About a quarter of students receive Merit-Cum-Means scholarships, and alumni-funded awards support meritorious students with amounts going up to ₹2 lakh a year.
Student Reviews
Student reviews are opening soon.
We publish only verified student reviews — no paid placements, no fake ratings. Check back later to be among the first reviewers.
Compare IIT Madras with another university
See courses, fees and facts side by side.