What is the scope of doing an M.Tech in RF and photonics from the IIT Guwahati?

Master in RF domain has two aspects namely research and placements. Firstly you need to determine where your interests lie. The answer talks about both aspects to help you make an informed decision. Research: Research-wise, this field has not been explored yet and anyone who pursues research in this field will have a plethora of opportunities to choose from. You have 2 options, either apply for a Ph.D. in India or go abroad for the same. Placement: The placement scenario of RF and Microwave Engineering of all IITs are somewhat similar. IIT Roorkee has a placement percentage of 85% and is expected to achieve 100% in the near future. All in all, there is great scope for doing an MTech in RF and Microwave from IIT Guwahati.

IIT Guwahati M.Tech RF and Photonics: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

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M.Tech RF and Photonics at IIT Guwahati is a 2 years, Full Time Degree program offered On Campus. It offers a limited number of 10 seats.

The total fees for the M.Tech RF and Photonics program at IIT Guwahati is ₹ 1.24 Lakhs.
Students need to pay ₹ 73,700 in the first year.

Admissions to M.Tech RF and Photonics at IIT Guwahati are primarily based on GATE. Candidates must have completed Graduation with 60% + GATE to be eligible for admission. The overall GATE cutoff for the M.Tech RF and Photonics program is 470 - 624 across all categories. Check IIT Guwahati Admission

According to Collegedunia Engineering Ranking 2025, IIT Guwahati ranks 7 out of 500 colleges in India with an overall score of 1519 out of 2000 and a placement score of 541 out of 1000. India Today Engineering ranking 2025, ranks IIT Guwahati at 5 out of 269 in India.

Find detailed IIT Guwahati M.Tech RF and Photonics fees, eligibility, admission dates, cutoff and ranking below.

Course Highlights	Details
duration	2 Years (Full Time)
course level	PG (Degree)
mode of study	On Campus
total fees	₹ -3
average package	₹ 14.34 Lakhs
eligibility	Graduation with 60% + GATE
entrance test	GATE

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IIT Guwahati M.Tech RF and Photonics Fees

IIT Guwahati M.Tech RF and Photonics fees 2025 is ₹ 1.24 Lakhs for the entire course duration.

This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 60,000, Caution Fees of ₹ 4,000, Other Fees of ₹ 57,700.
Candidates need to pay ₹ 73,700 in the first year.

Earlier, M.Tech RF and Photonics fees at IIT Guwahati was ₹ 1.76 Lakhs (in 2024) for the entire course duration. This shows a fee decrease of ₹ 52,750 over the year.

Compare IIT Guwahati M.Tech RF and Photonics Fees with Similar Colleges

Students have an option to pursue M.Tech RF and Photonics from similar colleges such as IIT Madras, IIT Guwahati. Similar to IIT Guwahati, M.Tech RF and Photonics at these group colleges is offered Full Time for a duration of 2 Years.

Comparing the course fees at these colleges, the total course fee at IIT Madras is the highest with ₹ 1.82 Lakhs. This is followed by IIT Guwahati with ₹ 1.24 Lakhs Among these, IIT Guwahati has the lowest fee for M.Tech RF and Photonics with ₹ 1.24 Lakhs.

College	M.Tech RF and Photonics Total Fees
IIT Madras	₹ 1.82 Lakhs
IIT Guwahati	₹ 1.24 Lakhs

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Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fee	₹-3
total fee	₹-3

* Fees is refundable

Note:
Above fee includes Hostel Expenses

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Important Dates for M.Tech RF and Photonics at IIT Guwahati

Important Events

Events	Dates
Date for Submission of Applications for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Mar 20, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026 Ongoing
Selection Process for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	May 05, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026
Date of Registration for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jul 21, 2026
Date of Orientation for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jul 22, 2026
Date of Instruction for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jul 23, 2026

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Events	Dates
GATE 2026 Result Date	Mar 19, 2026
Date of Application Submission for International Admission 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Feb 15, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 15, 2026

Important Events

Events	Dates
Date for Submission of Applications for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Mar 20, 2026 - Apr 10, 2026 Ongoing
Selection Process for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	May 05, 2026 - Jun 25, 2026
Date of Registration for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jul 21, 2026
Date of Orientation for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jul 22, 2026
Date of Instruction for JULY Session 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Jul 23, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Date of Application Submission for International Admission 2026 [ME/M.Tech]	Feb 15, 2026 - Mar 21, 2026
Date of GATE 2026 Application Rectification	Oct 28, 2025 - Nov 10, 2025

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IIT Guwahati M.Tech RF and Photonics Placement

According to the latest available placement reports of 2025, the average package for M.Tech RF and Photonics at IIT Guwahati is 14.34 Lakhs. The median package reported is 13.24 Lakhs. The highest package reported is 23.86 Lakhs.Check IIT Guwahati Placement

Based on the latest NIRF Reports 2025 of IIT Guwahati, about 60% of the M.Tech RF and Photonics students were placed during the placement drive. The median package reported was 13.24 Lakhs.