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The M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering with Specialization in RF and Microwave Engineering at IIITDM Kancheepuram is a 2-year full-time, on-campus postgraduate programme with a seat intake of 20 students. Introduced in 2025, this specialization focuses on advanced topics in RF circuit design, microwave engineering, antenna design, photonic metasurfaces, optical fiber sensors, and wireless communication systems. As an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, IIITDM Kancheepuram offers a design-centric curriculum with strong emphasis on hands-on learning and research. Admission is through CCMT (Centralized Counselling for M.Tech) based on a valid GATE score in EC/EE/IN. The programme is popular among ECE graduates seeking specialization in RF, microwave, and photonics-based communication technologies.

Admissions for the 2026-27 session are expected through CCMT 2026. CCMT 2026 registration and counselling is tentatively expected to begin in May 2026, based on the CCMT 2025 schedule (registration opened May 14, 2025). Candidates are advised to monitor the official CCMT portal (ccmt.admissions.nic.in) for confirmed dates.

Key Points

This specialization was introduced in 2025 and is one of four M.Tech specializations offered under ECE at IIITDM Kancheepuram.
Seat intake: 20 seats (as per the 2025 programme offering).
Curriculum covers RF Circuit Design, Microwave Engineering, Antenna Design, Photonic Metasurfaces, Optical Fiber Sensors, Wireless Communication Systems, and related advanced topics.
Admission is through CCMT based on GATE score in EC/EE/IN; a Spot Admission round is also conducted by the institute for unfilled seats.
Tuition fee is Rs. 50,000 per semester in Year 1 and Rs. 60,000 per semester in Year 2.
SC/ST students are exempted from payment of tuition fees irrespective of parental income.
The ECE department has active funded projects from DRDO, ISRO, ANRF, MeitY, and SPARC, providing research opportunities for M.Tech students.

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IIITDM Kancheepuram Latest Updates and News

01 Apr, 2026 CCMT 2026 Counselling is expected to begin in May 2026 for admission to MTech/ MArch/ MPlan courses at NITs and CFTIs.

IIITDM Chennai M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) Fees

The M.Tech fee structure at IIITDM Kancheepuram for the 2025-26 batch comprises one-time fees, per-semester institute fees, and hostel fees. The total fees for the first semester (including one-time charges and hostel) amount to Rs. 1,08,050 for General/EWS/OBC-NCL candidates. Tuition fee is Rs. 50,000 per semester in Year 1 and increases to Rs. 60,000 per semester in Year 2. SC/ST and PwD students are exempt from tuition fees.

Fee Structure

Fee Component	Amount (Rs.)
One-Time Fees
Admission Fee	500
Certificate/Thesis Fee	500
Student Welfare Fee	1,000
Infrastructure Development Fee	1,000
Alumni Life Membership Fee	500
Publication Fee / Library Fee	1,000
Cultural Fee	500
Total One-Time Fees	5,000
Semester Fees (per semester - Year 1)
Tuition Fee (Year 1)	50,000
Examination Fee	500
Registration Fee	500
Sports Fee	1,000
Medical Fee	1,000
Student Amenities	2,000
Total Semester Fees (Year 1)	55,000
Medical Insurance Premium (per annum)	600
Total Institute Fees (1st Semester incl. one-time)	60,600
Hostel Fees (per semester)
Hostel Admission Fee	700
Hostel Seat Rent	3,500
Hostel Maintenance Charges	16,200
Dining Charges (Advance)	25,050
Establishment B Charges	1,000
Development Fee	1,000
Total Hostel Fees (per semester)	47,450
Total Fees (Institute + Hostel, 1st Semester)	1,08,050

SC/ST students are exempted from payment of tuition fee irrespective of parental income.
Tuition fee is Rs. 50,000 per semester in Year 1 and Rs. 60,000 per semester in Year 2.
Hostel accommodation is compulsory for all students. Day scholar status may be granted by the Institute on a case-by-case basis; day scholars pay only institute fees (excluding hostel fees).
Dining charges (Rs. 25,050 per semester) may vary based on tendering value.
The fee structure is subject to revision as per Institute rules/norms from time to time.

IIITDM Chennai M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) Admission 2026

Admissions to M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) at IIITDM Kancheepuram are primarily through CCMT (Centralized Counselling for M.Tech) based on a valid GATE score. For the 2025-26 batch, CCMT 2025 registration opened on May 14, 2025. For the 2026-27 batch, CCMT 2026 registration and counselling is tentatively expected to begin in May 2026. The institute also conducts a Spot Admission round for seats remaining unfilled after CCMT. Candidates are advised to monitor the official CCMT portal (ccmt.admissions.nic.in) and the IIITDM admissions page for confirmed dates.

IIITDM M.Tech Admission Dates

Event	Tentative Date
CCMT 2026 Registration Opens	May 2026 (tentative)
CCMT 2026 Counselling / Seat Allotment Rounds	May - July 2026 (tentative)
M.Tech Spot Admission (if applicable)	July - August 2026 (tentative)
Physical Reporting / Classes Begin	August 2026 (tentative)

GATE 2026 Exam Dates

Exam	Event	Date
GATE 2026	Registration Start	28th August 2025
GATE 2026	Registration End	13th October 2025
GATE 2026	Admit Card Release	13th January 2026
GATE 2026	Exam Dates	7, 8, 14, 15 February 2026
GATE 2026	Answer Key Release	19th February 2026
GATE 2026	Result Declaration	19th March 2026

Note: GATE scores from 2024 and 2025 are also valid for CCMT 2026 admissions (GATE score validity is 3 years). Candidates must check the official CCMT 2026 portal for the accepted GATE papers and score validity norms.

The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.

Eligibility Criteria

B.E./B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering, or equivalent; or M.Sc. in Electronics/Physics with a valid GATE score in EC/EE/IN.
A valid GATE score in EC (Electronics and Communication Engineering), EE (Electrical Engineering), or IN (Instrumentation Engineering) is required for CCMT-based admission.
Reservations for SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD are applicable as per Government of India norms.

Admission Process

Appear for GATE 2026 (or hold a valid GATE 2024/2025 score) in EC/EE/IN paper.
Register on the CCMT 2026 portal (ccmt.admissions.nic.in) during the registration window.
Fill in choices and participate in seat allotment rounds.
Accept the allotted seat, pay the Seat Acceptance Fee (SAF), and complete Online Document Verification (ODV) on the CCMT portal.
Pay the balance institute and hostel fees as per IIITDM's instructions.
Register on the IIITDM institute portal and upload all required documents.
Report physically to IIITDM Kancheepuram campus on the designated reporting date with all original documents.
For seats unfilled after CCMT, apply through the IIITDM Spot Admission process (if announced).

IIITDM Chennai M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) Scholarships 2026

M.Tech students at IIITDM Kancheepuram may be eligible for GATE-based scholarships and government-funded fellowships. GATE-qualified students admitted through CCMT are eligible for the MoE scholarship of Rs. 12,400 per month (as per AICTE/MoE norms), subject to fulfillment of conditions. SC/ST students also benefit from a full tuition fee waiver.

Scholarship Details

Scholarship / Financial Support	Amount	Eligibility
GATE Scholarship (MoE/AICTE)	Rs. 12,400/month	GATE-qualified M.Tech students admitted through CCMT; subject to MoE/AICTE norms and conditions
SC/ST Tuition Fee Waiver	Rs. 50,000/semester (Year 1), Rs. 60,000/semester (Year 2)	SC/ST students, irrespective of parental income
Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (State/Central)	As per scheme norms	Eligible students as per respective scheme criteria

The GATE scholarship (Rs. 12,400/month) is subject to MoE/AICTE norms and may be revised from time to time.
Students admitted through Spot Admission (without GATE) are not eligible for the GATE scholarship.
SC/ST students are exempt from tuition fees for the entire duration of the programme.

IIITDM Kancheepuram M.Tech Rf And Microwave Engineering Ranking

Collegedunia Ranking

#80 out of 500 in India 2025

#3rd in Chennai

#6 in Tamil Nadu

NIRF Ranking

#200 out of 300 in India 2025

#9th in Chennai

#15 in Tamil Nadu

IIRF Ranking

#36 out of 160 in Top Public Colleges in India 2025

#3rd in Chennai

#4 in Tamil Nadu

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IIITDM Chennai M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) FAQs

Ques. What is the specialization focus of M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) at IIITDM Kancheepuram?

Ans. The M.Tech in RF and Microwave Engineering at IIITDM Kancheepuram focuses on RF circuit design, microwave engineering, antenna design, photonic metasurfaces, optical fiber sensors, wireless communication systems, and related advanced topics. The programme leverages the ECE department's active research in optical communication, microwave photonics, and semiconductor devices.

Ques. How many seats are available in M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) at IIITDM Kancheepuram?

Ans. The programme has a seat intake of 20 students, as listed on the official IIITDM website for the 2025 batch. Seats are distributed across General, OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, and PwD categories as per Government of India reservation norms.

Ques. Is admission to M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) only through CCMT?

Ans. Primarily yes, admission is through CCMT based on a valid GATE score. However, IIITDM Kancheepuram also conducts a Spot Admission round for seats that remain unfilled after CCMT counselling. Candidates who missed CCMT can apply through the Spot Admission process when announced.

Ques. What GATE papers are accepted for M.Tech (RF and Microwave Engineering) at IIITDM Kancheepuram?

Ans. The primary GATE papers accepted are EC (Electronics and Communication Engineering), EE (Electrical Engineering), and IN (Instrumentation Engineering). Candidates are advised to verify the accepted GATE papers on the official CCMT portal at the time of registration.

Ques. What is the tuition fee for M.Tech at IIITDM Kancheepuram and does it change in Year 2?

Ans. Yes, the tuition fee is Rs. 50,000 per semester in Year 1 and increases to Rs. 60,000 per semester in Year 2. SC/ST students are exempt from tuition fees for the entire duration. The total first-semester fees (including hostel) for General/EWS/OBC-NCL students amount to Rs. 1,08,050.

Ques. Are M.Tech students at IIITDM Kancheepuram eligible for the GATE scholarship?

Ans. Yes. GATE-qualified M.Tech students admitted through CCMT are eligible for the MoE/AICTE GATE scholarship of Rs. 12,400 per month, subject to fulfillment of conditions such as maintaining satisfactory academic performance and not being in receipt of any other scholarship or fellowship. Students admitted through Spot Admission (without GATE) are not eligible for this scholarship.