Overview
IIT Roorkee traces its roots to 1847, when it was founded as the Roorkee College, the first engineering college in India, and rechristened the Thomason College of Civil Engineering in 1854. It became the University of Roorkee in 1949 and was converted into an IIT on September 21, 2001, the seventh in the country. The institute sits at the foothills of the Himalayas in Roorkee, Uttarakhand, and runs undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across engineering, architecture, sciences and management.
IIT Roorkee Highlights
| Founded | 1847 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Roorkee, Uttarakhand |
| Popular programmes listed | 5 |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
B.Arch
M.Tech
M.Sc.
PhD
Admission Process
Undergraduate admission to the B.Tech and B.Arch programmes is through JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced, with seats allotted through JoSAA counselling; B.Arch shortlisted candidates also take the Architecture Aptitude Test. M.Tech admission is based on a valid GATE score, with seats allotted through the COAP portal, and M.Sc. admission is through the JAM examination. PhD admissions are handled by the departments, usually through a written test and an interview.
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.
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Scholarships
Tuition fee is fully waived for SC, ST and PwD students. Students whose family income is below ₹1 lakh a year get a full tuition waiver, and those with income between ₹1 lakh and ₹5 lakh get a two-thirds waiver. GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive a monthly assistantship as per government norms, and full-time PhD scholars are supported with fellowships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at IIT Roorkee?
Qualify JEE Main, then JEE Advanced, and take part in JoSAA counselling. Your JEE Advanced rank decides your branch and seat.
What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Roorkee?
Tuition is ₹1 lakh per semester for general-category students, which works out to roughly ₹2–3 lakh a year with other charges (indicative). SC, ST and PwD students pay no tuition, and income-based waivers apply.
Does IIT Roorkee offer B.Arch?
Yes. The B.Arch programme runs for five years, and admission is through JEE Advanced, with the Architecture Aptitude Test for shortlisted candidates.
How is M.Tech admission done at IIT Roorkee?
Admission is based on a valid GATE score, with seats allotted through the COAP portal. Departments may also conduct a written test or interview.
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