IISc and IITM both offer good placements opportunities for M.Tech ECE. Same core companies visit the campuses, especially for ECE branches of Micro-Electronics and Electronics Systems Engineering.
Due to the small batch size, competition is much less at IISc. Some of the major recruiters were Texas Instruments, Cisco, Analog Devices, etc. The highlights of IISc M.Tech ECE placements report an average CTC of INR 15 LPA.
Dring the 2021 placement drive of IITM, M.Tech students received an average CTC of INR 16.84 LPA.
I think I am qualified to answer this question as I graduated from IIT Madras Aeronautics department and I am working for Boeing in the USA.
You should choose IIT Madras due to following reasons:-
For more detail Refer - https://www.iitbbs.ac.in/index.php/home/placement-2023
https://internship.iitm.ac.in/downloads/P&I_Report_22-23.pdf
As an institute, IIT Madras is much ahead of IIT Bhubaneswar, as it is one of the oldest and reputed IITs. But electrical engineering in IIT Bhubaneswar is quite good and offers many opportunities. The institute also has very impressive placement stats. In the year 2019, around 86% of students got placed from the Electrical engineering branch. The official average package for the batch 2017 as released by the institute (IIT Bhubaneswar) for Electrical Engineering was 8.5 LPA. A good number of core companies, software companies and PSU’s hire Electrical Engineers (EE) from IIT Bhubaneswar.
Also, Chemical engineering is a great branch with many prospects. Companies like O&G, Chemical Research firms- for both India & abroad visit regularly for placements. The non- core companies like Fin, MC. Techs are also open for Chemical Engineers. IITM offers decent placements, in 2019 there was 85.52% placement from duel degrees and the placement rate for Chemical Engineers was around 74%. The average CTC offered in IITM was 16 LPA.
IITM is good for the students who are interested in chemical engineering and would like to pursue MS/Ph.D. in the top universities. If you are looking for careers in research then chemical engineering provides ample opportunities. Getting a dual degree will also build a way for R&D roles in many companies such as ITC, Shell, HUL, etc. Also, the best part about going for chemical engineering is that it provides ample opportunities for people to prepare for non-core sectors as well.
So, choose the branch of your interest.
The IIT Madras cutoff for BTech Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) in 2025
|
ategories (2025) |
Round 1 |
Round 2 |
|---|---|---|
|
General |
171 |
171 |
|
SC |
43 |
43 |
|
ST |
28 |
28 |
|
EWS |
29 |
29 |
|
OBCNCL |
87 |
87 |
|
EWS PwD |
4 |
4 |
|
GeneralPwD |
9 |
9 |
|
OBC NCLPwD |
6 |
6 |
|
SCPwD |
2 |
2 |
IIT Madras B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering Cutoff 2024
|
Categories |
Round 1 |
Round 2 |
Round 3 |
Round 4 |
Round 5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
General |
159 |
159 |
159 |
159 |
159 |
|
SC |
65 |
72 |
72 |
72 |
72 |
|
ST |
29 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
29 |
|
EWS |
41 |
42 |
42 |
42 |
42 |
|
OBCNCL |
82 |
82 |
82 |
82 |
82 |
|
GeneralPwD |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
|
OBC NCLPwD |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
4 |
|
SCPwD |
8 |
8 |
8 |
8 |
8 |
IIT Madras Placements
IIT Madras Placements 2025 statistics have not been released yet. These are previous year placement packages.
|
Particulars |
2023 (in INR) |
2022 (in INR) |
|---|---|---|
|
Highest Package |
13164000.00 |
19535000.00 |
|
Average Package |
- |
- |
|
Median Package |
3037000.00 |
3500000.00 |
| Category | Year 1 Fees | Year 2–4 Fees (Per Year) | Key Components Included |
|---|---|---|---|
| General/OBC | 2.53 Lakhs | 2.28 Lakhs each | Tuition, admission, caution, alumni fees |
| SC/ST | 53,417 | 28,417 each | No tuition fees; only other minimal charges apply |
| NRI | 10.85 Lakhs | 10.30 Lakhs each | High tuition + misc. + caution fees |
| Hostel + Mess | 88,400/year approx. | ?88,400/year approx. | Varies by room/mess plan |
No, IIT Madras does not offer lateral entry admission to their B.Tech programs for diploma holders. IITs (IIT Madras included) offer admission only through the JEE Advanced exam, and all the students are required to join from the first year regardless of prior qualifications.
If you are seriously looking for details of IIT Madras, your only option is to study and qualify in JEE Advanced and begin the B.Tech in the first year.
| Option | Details |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced | Appear for JEE Main ? qualify for JEE Advanced ? get a good rank |
| Start from 1st year | Even diploma holders must begin from first year in IITs |
| Alternative Routes | Consider NITs/state colleges offering lateral entry via LEET |
| IIT-M Online B.Sc. Program | Consider IIT Madras’s online B.Sc. in Data Science—open to all |
No, with 121 in JEE Main, you will not be eligible for IIT Madras admission because IITs accept JEE Advanced scores and not JEE Main. If your 121 is JEE Main, check if you are among the first 2.5 lakh students who can appear for JEE Advanced. Only candidates with a good rank in JEE Advanced can get through in IIT Madras.
| Criteria | Details |
|---|---|
| Exam Required | JEE Advanced (not JEE Main) |
| What your score means | 121 in JEE Main may not qualify you for JEE Advanced cutoff |
| Admission Process | Qualify JEE Main ? Appear for JEE Advanced ? Get rank within cutoff |
| Cutoff at IIT Madras (2024) | CSE: ~AIR 171 (OPEN), Least competitive: ~AIR 6926 |
No degree at Anna University is fundamentally "better" than engineering since the best choice depends on your interests, career aspirations, and the shifting nature of the labour market. However, Anna University's engineering programmes (B.E./B.Tech) are its most well-known and consistently rank highly.
Comparison Table
|
Course Type |
Key Features |
Career Prospects |
Entry Requirements |
|
Core engineering, many specializations |
Diverse engineering roles |
10+2 (science), TNEA |
|
|
Management, leadership, analytics |
Managerial, consulting |
Graduation, TANCET/MAT |
|
|
B.Sc. (AI/Data Science) |
Science, tech, data focus |
Data science, analytics |
10+2 (science) |
|
MCA |
IT, software, data science |
Software developer, IT |
Graduation, TANCET |
The "better" course ultimately comes down to your own interests and professional goals. For future-focused careers, think about pursuing an MBA, MCA.
Indeed, IIT Madras offers a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Data Science and Applications as well as a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Programming and Data Science. These courses are offered through online and flexible learning methods, making them less accessible to all eligible students. This course offers traditional undergraduate degrees offered on campus.
IIT Madras’s online Data Science programs
|
Program Name |
Duration |
Mode |
Eligibility |
Levels/Exit Points |
Approx. Fee (INR) |
Notable Features |
|
BS in Data Science and Applications |
4–8 years |
Online |
Class 12 or equivalent |
Foundation, Diploma, BSc, BS |
Varies (Scholarships available) |
Flexible, multi-level exit, international reach, in-person exams |
|
BSc in Programming and Data Science |
4 years (can be flexible) |
Online |
Class 12 or equivalent |
Foundation, Diploma, BSc |
1.24 lakh (total) |
Online, flexible, weekly assignments, in-person quizzes |
|
Diploma in Data Science |
1–2 years |
Online |
Class 12 or equivalent |
Diploma |
55,000 |
Can be standalone or part of degree path |
One of India's top universities for technical education, research, and innovation is IIT Madras. In 2024, it was ranked first among engineering colleges in India and first overall in the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF).
life and academics at IIT Madras:
|
Aspect |
Description |
|
Academics |
Wide range of UG/PG programs |
|
Curriculum |
Rigorous, research-focused, with core and elective courses |
|
Timetable |
Common timetable for all programs; slots for lectures, labs, workshops |
|
Campus |
Large, green, self-contained campus with modern facilities. |
|
Hostels |
19 hostels (15 for boys, 4 for girls); single/double/triple rooms |
|
Facilities |
Library, sports complexes, auditoriums, gym, health center, ATMs, canteens. |
|
Clubs & Societies |
Numerous student-run clubs for arts, tech, entrepreneurship, and more. |
|
Extracurriculars |
Sports, cultural, technical events, leadership, and community activities. |
|
Placements |
Over 95% placement rate; top recruiters: Google, Microsoft, VISA, GE, BOSCH. |
|
Challenges |
High academic pressure, a competitive environment, and strict attendance |
|
Gender Ratio |
Unbalanced, ongoing efforts for inclusivity |
|
Fees (approx.) |
B.Tech: 8–10 lakh for 4 years; M.Tech: 40,000 for 2 years (varies by program) |