IIT Madras M.Tech Admissions 2026 Registration to Begin Soon @ iitm.ac.in; Check Now

The Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras is preparing to open its online application portal for M.Tech admissions for the 2026-27 academic session. Prospective students who have qualified for GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 should stay alert, as the registration window is expected to open in the third or fourth week of March 2026.

This year’s admission cycle offers diverse opportunities across various engineering and humanities departments, including new specializations in Robotics, Electric Vehicles, and Semiconductor Materials Technology. Eligible candidates must ensure they complete the mandatory COAP 2026 registration before applying on the IIT Madras portal.

The Application Fees for the IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 admissions are structured based on candidate categories. SC, ST, PwD, and Female candidates are required to pay a fee of ₹300 per application. For all other candidates, the application fee is ₹600.

It is important to note that if a candidate chooses to apply via both a valid GATE score and as an IIT Graduate, separate applications must be submitted, and the application fee must be paid for each individual submission.

IIT Madras M.Tech Admissions 2026 Important Dates

For more information, students can visit the official website, iitm.ac.in. For easy access, the link is given below.

Direct Link: IIT Madras M.Tech Admissions 2026 Application Portal (Soon)

IIT Madras M.Tech Admissions 2026 Eligibility Criteria

The eligibility for admission is broadly categorized into two streams:

• For GATE Qualified Candidates: Applicants must hold a valid GATE score (2024, 2025, or 2026). They should have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Technology, Architecture, or a four-year B.S./B.Sc. degree from government-approved institutions. Candidates with a Master’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, Mathematics, or Physics are also eligible to apply if they possess a valid GATE score in a relevant paper.
• For IIT Graduates: Candidates who have graduated or are graduating from any IIT with a B.Tech. degree and a minimum CGPA of 8.0 (on a 10-point scale) are eligible for direct admission. These applicants do not require a GATE score but must undergo a review by the respective departments.

Candidates must first register at the COAP (Common Offer Acceptance Portal) to receive a registration number. Afterward, they must apply through the official IIT Madras M.Tech admission portal (iitm.ac.in).

Candidates are advised to check the official website, iitm.ac.in, and collegedunia.com for the latest updates.

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