IIT Tirupati GATE cutoff 2026 is the minimum score the candidates require to get admission to MTech courses offered at IIT Tirupati. Based on previous years' GATE cutoffs at IIT Tirupati:
- M.Tech in Structural Engineering is expected to have a cut off range of 450-500
- M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering 670-720
- M.Tech. in Geotechnical Engineering 400-450
Candidates can check the detailed MTech GATE cutoff for all rounds and categories in the tables below, which include opening & closing ranks, category-wise cutoffs, and college-wise comparisons.
IIT Tirupati GATE Cutoff Off 2026
Based on the previous year's trends and current developments, IIT Tirupati M.Tech GATE 2025 cutoffs for the general category are likely to fall within the following approximate ranges:
| Course | General Cutoff | EWS Category | OBC Category | SC category | ST category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.Tech Environmental and Water Resources Engineering | 450-500 | 330-400 | 360-400 | 300-350 | 320-360 |
| M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering | 400-450 | - | 360-400 | 300-350 | 270-320 |
| M.Tech Structural Engineering | 450-500 | 400-450 | 390-440 | 400-450 | 320-370 |
| M.Tech Transportation and Infrastructure Engineering | 400-450 | 320-370 | 390-440 | 310-360 | - |
| M.Tech Chemical Engineering | 350-400 | - | 390-440 | 240-290 | - |
| M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering | 670-720 | 620-680 | 580-630 | 480-530 | 330-400 |
| M.Tech Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 650-700 | 590-640 | 610-660 | - | 330-400 |
| M.Tech RF and Microwave Engineering | 400-450 | 390-440 | 370-420 | 320-370 | 290-350 |
| M.Tech Microelectronics and VLSI | 530-580 | 470-520 | 490-540 | 380-430 | 310-360 |
| M.Tech Signal Processing and Communications | 480-530 | 430-480 | 420-460 | 310-360 | 260-320 |
| M.Tech Design and Manufacturing | 380-430 | - | 320-370 | 340-400 | 230-280 |
| M.Tech Thermal Engineering and Energy Systems | 360-410 | 320-370 | 350-400 | 260-300 | 230-280 |
IIT Tirupati GATE Cutoff Off 2025
| Course | General Cutoff | EWS Category | OBC Category | SC category | ST category |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M.Tech Environmental and Water Resources Engineering | 423 | 332 | 359 | 300 | 321 |
| M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering | 389 | - | 355 | 313 | 272 |
| M.Tech Structural Engineering | 465 | 404 | 385 | 397 | 322 |
| M.Tech Transportation and Infrastructure Engineering | 423 | 333 | 382 | 310 | - |
| M.Tech Chemical Engineering | 330 | - | 398 | 242 | - |
| M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering | 655 | 605 | 575 | 481 | 334 |
| M.Tech Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | 648 | 595 | 610 | - | 343 |
| M.Tech RF and Microwave Engineering | 393 | 385 | 370 | 325 | 295 |
| M.Tech Microelectronics and VLSI | 518 | 469 | 488 | 385 | 305 |
| M.Tech Signal Processing and Communications | 465 | 432 | 417 | 311 | 263 |
| M.Tech Design and Manufacturing | 362 | - | 321 | 343 | 238 |
| M.Tech Thermal Engineering and Energy Systems | 366 | 323 | 349 | 259 | 231 |
IIT Tirupati MTech 2026 Admission Eligibility
For admission into various IIT Tirupati MTech courses candidates must satisfy academic qualification, GATE score (if applicable), and any experience or sponsorship requirements, depending on category (HTTA vs. Non-HTTA).
Half-Time Teaching Assistantship (HTTA) Categories
| Category | Qualification Requirement | GATE Requirement | Additional Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| A. GATE-Qualified | Bachelor’s (B.Tech/B.E.) or Master’s in eligible discipline (Table A) | Qualified in GATE 2023/2024/2025, in relevant paper. | Final‐year students completing their degree by July 2025 are also eligible. |
| B. IIT Graduates | B.Tech from any IIT in eligible discipline (Table A) | Not required | Must have CGPA ≥8.0 (≥7.5 for SC/ST) on a 10-point scale. |
Non-HTTA Categories
A. Sponsored Candidates
| Criterion | Details |
|---|---|
| Employment | Sponsored (with full pay & allowances for 24 months) by recognized industry/organization/national lab or IIT Tirupati. Must have ≥2 years’ experience by application deadline. |
| Educational Qualification (any one) | 1. B.E/B.Tech or M.Sc. in eligible discipline (Table A) with ≥60% aggregate marks.2. Same degrees and valid GATE score in relevant paper.3. Associate membership (e.g., AMIE, AMIETE) in parent discipline. |
Eligible Disciplines & GATE Papers
For every M.Tech. stream below, applicants must hold the corresponding degrees and, if applying under GATE-qualified or GATE-required categories, have qualified in one of the listed papers.
| M.Tech. Stream | Eligible Degrees | Acceptable GATE Paper(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering | B.Tech/BE/M.Sc. in any discipline; or B.Tech in Chemical Engineering | CH / BT / ES / MT / PE / ME / XE |
| Environmental & Water Resources Engineering | B.E./B.Tech in Agricultural, Biotechnology, Chemical, Civil, Energy, Environmental Engineering; or M.Sc. in Atmospheric Science, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Microbiology | AG / BT / CH / CE / ES / CY |
| Geotechnical Engineering | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering | CE / ES / MN |
| Structural Engineering | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering | CE / AE |
| Transportation & Infrastructure Engineering | B.E./B.Tech in Civil Engineering | CE / ES / MT / MN |
| Computer Science & Engineering | B.E./B.Tech/M.Sc./MCA/MS in any discipline | CS / DA |
| Data Science & Artificial Intelligence | Same as CSE above | CS / DA / ST |
| Microelectronics & VLSI | B.E./B.Tech in EE/ECE/Electrical & Electronics/CC/Biomedical/E&I/ET/E (VLSI design)/E (Adv. Comm. Tech)/Electronics & Computer; or M.Sc. in Electronics/Telecom/Physics | EC / EE |
| RF & Microwave Engineering | Same degree list as Microelectronics; or M.Sc. in Physics | EC / EE / IN / PH |
| Signal Processing, Communication & ML | Same degree list as Microelectronics; or M.Sc. in Physics | EC / EE / IN |
| Design & Manufacturing | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Industrial & Production/Metallurgical & Materials Engineering | ME / PI / MT |
| Thermal Engineering & Energy Systems | B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Aerospace Engineering | ME / AE |
IIT Tirupati MTech Placements
The M.Tech placement data of previous year at IIT Tirupati shows that out of 61 registered students, 41 were placed, resulting in an overall placement rate of 67.21%. Among the branches, Computer Science Engineering (CSE) and Mechanical Engineering (ME) recorded the highest placement percentage at 85.71%, while Civil Engineering (CE) had the lowest at 54.17%. The average salary offered was highest for Electrical Engineering (EE) at 21.09 LPA, closely followed by CSE at 15.14 LPA.
| Branch | PLACEMENT % | Salary Range (LPA) | Median (LPA) | Average (LPA) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 85.71 | 10.00 - 28.10 | 13 | 15.14 |
| EE | 62.5 | 14.00 - 28.18 | 21.09 | 21.09 |
| ME | 85.71 | 6.50 - 16.5 | 9 | 7.5 |
| CE | 54.17 | 6.50 - 16.5 | 7.25 | 7.13 |
| TOTAL | 67.21 |
IIT Tirupati MTech Admission Fee Structure
Below is the detailed and structured fee breakup for M.Tech. Regular students at IIT Tirupati for various MTech Programs.
Fee Structure
| Category | Institute Fee (₹) | Student Affairs Fee (₹) | Total (₹) |
|---|---|---|---|
| SC/ST/PwD | 18,850 | 36,060 | 54,910 |
| GEN/OBC-NCL/EWS | 26,850 | 36,060 | 62,910 |
| International | +50,000/year |
Below tables show detailed Fee Structure for each category.
Institute Fee
| Item | SC/ST/PwD (₹) | GEN/OBC-NCL/EWS (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| A. One Time Fees (during admission) | ||
| Admission Fee | 150 | 150 |
| Grade Card Fee | 150 | 150 |
| Provisional Certificate Fee | 100 | 100 |
| Medical Examination Fee | 100 | 100 |
| Modernization Fee | 500 | 500 |
| Alumni Life Membership Fee | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Publication Fee | 250 | 250 |
| Convocation Fee | 2,500 | 2,500 |
| Total A | 4,750 | 4,750 |
| B. Semester Fees | ||
| Tuition Fee | 0 | 8,000 |
| Examination Fee | 300 | 300 |
| Registration–Enrolment Fee | 300 | 300 |
| Medical Fee | 700 | 700 |
| Hostel Seat Rent | 7,000 | 7,000 |
| Electricity, Water & SWD | 800 | 800 |
| Total B | 9,100 | 17,100 |
| C. One Time Deposits | ||
| Institute Deposit | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Library Deposit | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Hostel Deposit | 3,000 | 3,000 |
| Total C | 5,000 | 5,000 |
| Institute Fee Subtotal (A+B+C) | 18,850 | 26,850 |
Student Affairs Fee
| Item | SC/ST/PwD (₹) | GEN/OBC-NCL/EWS (₹) |
|---|---|---|
| D. One Time Fees (during admission) | ||
| Student Welfare Fund | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Placement Training Fee | 1,000 | 1,000 |
| Total D | 2,000 | 2,000 |
| E. Semester Fee | ||
| Establishment “A” Charges | 6,750 | 6,750 |
| Establishment “B” Charges | 750 | 750 |
| Gymkhana Fee | 1,250 | 1,250 |
| Student Wellness Fee | 100 | 100 |
| Total E | 8,850 | 8,850 |
| F. Hostel and Mess Fee #1 | ||
| Hostel Allotment Fee | 250 | 250 |
| Advanced Dining Charges #2 | 24,150 | 24,150 |
| Total F | 24,400 | 24,400 |
| G. Yearly Fees | ||
| Medical Insurance Premium #3 | 810 | 810 |
| Total G | 810 | 810 |
| Student Affairs Fee Subtotal (D+E+F+G) | 36,060 | 36,060 |
International Fee (For International Students Only)
| Item | Amount (₹) |
|---|---|
| International Fee #4 (yearly) | 50,000 |
Important Points
- #1: Hostel and mess fees are waived for students with a valid Day Scholars Certificate from the Office of Dean (Student Affairs).
- #2: Dining charges are based on the current rates and the semester duration per the academic calendar.
- **: Medical Insurance premium is tentative.
- #4: International Fee is applicable only for international students.
IIT Tirupati GATE 2021 General Course-wise Cutoff marks
| Category | Round 1 |
|---|---|
| M.Tech Structural Engineering | 654 |
| M.Tech Computer Science And Engineering | 647 |
| M.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 642 |
| M.Tech Communication And Signal Processing | 608 |
| M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering | 597 |
| M.Tech Environment & Water Resource Engineering | 572 |
IIT Tirupati GATE 2021 SC Course-wise Cutoff marks
| Category | Round 1 |
|---|---|
| M.Tech Environment & Water Resource Engineering | 451 |
| M.Tech Computer Science And Engineering | 449 |
| M.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 432 |
| M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering | 413 |
| M.Tech Structural Engineering | 399 |
| M.Tech Communication And Signal Processing | 397 |
IIT Tirupati GATE 2021 ST Course-wise Cutoff marks
| Category | Round 1 |
|---|---|
| M.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 384 |
| M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering | 365 |
| M.Tech Communication And Signal Processing | 316 |
| M.Tech Computer Science And Engineering | 286 |
| M.Tech Environment & Water Resource Engineering | 242 |
IIT Tirupati GATE 2021 OBC Course-wise Cutoff marks
| Category | Round 1 |
|---|---|
| M.Tech Structural Engineering | 619 |
| M.Tech Computer Science And Engineering | 597 |
| M.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 586 |
| M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering | 574 |
| M.Tech Communication And Signal Processing | 553 |
| M.Tech Environment & Water Resource Engineering | 518 |
IIT Tirupati GATE Cut Off 2020
| Specialization | GEN | OBC | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Geotechnical Engineering | 597 | 574 | 413 | 365 |
| Structural Engineering | 654 | 619 | 399 | |
| Computer Science & Engineering | 647 | 597 | 449 | 286 |
| Signal Processing & Communications | 608 | 555 | 397 | 316 |
| Design & Manufacturing | 642 | 586 | 432 | 384 |
IIT Tirupati GATE Cut Off 2019
The table below shows the opening and closing GATE 2019 cutoff score at IIT Tirupati for the General category.
| Specialization | Opening Score | Closing Score |
|---|---|---|
| Environmental & Water Resource Engineering (CE) | 637 | 557 |
| Structural Engineering (CE) | 741 | 607 |
| Transportation & Infrastructure Engineering (CE) | 719 | 532 |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 774 | 659 |
| Signal Processing & Communications (EE) | 741 | 611 |
| Design & Manufacturing (ME) | 812 | 670 |
The table below shows the opening and closing GATE 2019 cutoff score at IIT Tirupati for the OBC and SC category.
| Specialization | OBC Opening Score | OBC Closing Rank | SC Opening Score | SC Closing Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Environmental & Water Resource Engineering (CE) | 553 | 498 | 500 | 318 |
| Structural Engineering (CE) | 604 | 570 | 500 | 372 |
| Transportation & Infrastructure Engineering (CE) | 530 | 498 | 500 | 381 |
| Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) | 644 | 585 | 596 | 470 |
| Signal Processing & Communications (EE) | 592 | 572 | 569 | 443 |
| Design & Manufacturing (ME) | 669 | 640 | 622 | 449 |
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