What are some downsides of studying at IIT Mandi?

As per our research, below are the downside of IIT Mandi.95% of the teachers are assistant professors. So, the management of IIT Mandi is not very efficient.The teaching method is not effective, as you can't fully depend on their classes or slides.For job or GATE preparation, or any other exams after B.Tech, you can't rely on their class notes.The hostels are similar to other IITs, but second-year students dont get single rooms. In fact, their rooms are smaller than those of first-year students.The labs are not well-equipped, as they dont have the required number of licenses for the software needed during practicals.There is a lack of important advanced courses required by companies, especially in core branches, which is a major drawback of IIT Mandi.

What is the IIT Mandi Hostel fee?

As of the 202425 academic year, the hostel and mess fees at IIT Mandi vary based on the program and batch.ProgramHostel ChargesMess ChargesTotalB.Tech / MBA / M.Sc / MA (2022 onwards Batch)INR 9,600INR 15,000INR 24,600B.Tech / M.Sc / MA (Earlier Batches)INR 7,000INR 15,000INR 22,000M.Tech / MS / PhD (2022 onwards Batch)INR 14,400INR 22,800INR 37,200M.Tech / MS / PhD (Earlier Batches)INR 14,400INR 22,800INR 37,200

What is the hostel and mess life like at IIT Mandi, especially in terms of food and cleanliness?

IIT Mandu hostels are new and the authorities has kept in good condition. Every hostel has common rooms, induction cookers for light cooking, and plenty of space to study. The food served in the mess is mostly checked often based on what students say. Sometimes, mess also have special meals with different themes or dishes that students request. A group called the Mandi Mess Council, made up of students, helps make real decisions about the mess.

How is it possible that the average package in IIT Mandi is more than IIT Guwahati?

The average package at IIT Mandi can sometimes appear higher than IIT Guwahati due to a smaller batch size and a few very high-paying offers. his can make the average package look higher. Also, if just a few students get super big offers, it pulls the average up a lot. So, even if more people get jobs at IIT Guwahati, the super high offers at IIT Mandi can make its average package more.

What kind of companies visit IIT Mandi for placements, and are they relevant to relevant branch?

Yes, the companies that visit IIT Mandi are quite diverse and often related to specific branches. For example, if you are in CSE, you can expect core tech companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Adobe. For EE and ME, companies like L&T, Tata Power, and ISRO have visited. Non-core roles such as consulting, analytics, and product management are also open to students from all branches. So, even if you are from a circuit branch, you can get a non-core role with the right preparation.

What support does the college provide during the placement season at IIT Mandi?

The Career and Placement Cell, also known as CNC, at IIT Mandi is quite active. They organize mock interviews, resume reviews, and aptitude training sessions. Seniors and alumni also help through placement prep groups. During the peak season, CNC runs a dedicated helpdesk, makes sure interview slots dont clash, and also provides mental health support. So, youre not alone during placements theres a proper system in place to help you.

IIT Mandi MA Development Studies: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Years (2025 - 2026)	year 1	year 2
Semester	1	2	3	4
Tuition fees	₹11000	₹11000	₹11000	₹11000
Caution fee*	₹7000	-	-	-
miscellaneous fees	₹10000	-	-	-
Semester Wise Fees	₹28000	₹11000	₹11000	₹11000
Yearly Fees	₹39,000	₹22,000

Fees (2025 - 2026)	Year 1 (in INR)	Year 2 (in INR)
Semester	1	2	3	4
Tuition Fees	11000	11000	11000	11000
Caution Fee *	7000	-	-	-
Miscellaneous Fees	10000	-	-	-
Semester Wise Fees	28000	11000	11000	11000
Yearly Fees	39000	22000

Fees	Year 1 (in INR)	Year 2 (in INR)
Semester	1	2	3	4
Tuition Fees	16200	16200	16200	16200
Caution Fee	12000	-	-	-
Miscellaneous Fees	10750	-	750	-
Semester Wise Fees	38950	16200	16950	16200
Yearly Fees	55150	33150

The admission process at IIT Mandi includes an application, entrance exam, and personal interview. Successful candidates are chosen based on their performance. The faculty is generally well-regarded, though some are newer and still gaining experience. The program costs around INR 1,30,000 in total. The first semester fee is INR 63,500, covering tuition, lodging, and food, while subsequent semesters cost INR 40,000 as the initial security charge is accounted for. Merit-based scholarships and possible support from professors' project funds can help with expenses.

Placement opportunities are ample, with a high percentage of students securing jobs, though specific recruiters are not detailed beyond mentions of Aim Premji Foundation, NGO, and Raji Vika. Master's students often pursue Ph.D. programs or immediate employment post-graduation. Practical experience is encouraged through mandatory NGO internships in the summer, with a sponsorship limit of INR 20,000 per student.

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Events	Dates
Extended Date for Submission of Application for Admission 2025 [MA]	May 14, 2025
Date for Submisison of Application for Session 2025 [MA]	Apr 17, 2025 - May 07, 2025
Date of Tentative Date for Online Interview Session 2025-2026 [MA] (Development Studies)	Apr 26, 2025 - Apr 29, 2025

Years	year 1	year 2
Semester	1	2	3	4
Tuition fees	₹16200	₹16200	₹16200	₹16200
Caution fee	₹12000	-	-	-
University Fees	-	-	-	-
college welfare fund	-	-	-	-
university welfare fund	-	-	-	-
union fees	-	-	-	-
development fees	-	-	-	-
transport fees	-	-	-	-
gym fees	-	-	-	-
library fees	-	-	-	-
lab fees	-	-	-	-
convocation fees	-	-	-	-
alumni fees	-	-	-	-
training and placement fees	-	-	-	-
miscellaneous fees	₹10750	-	₹750	-
Semester Wise Fees	₹38950	₹16200	₹16950	₹16200
Yearly Fees	₹55,150	₹33,150

Years	year 1	year 2
Semester	1	2	3	4
Tuition fees	₹16200	₹16200	₹16200	₹16200
Caution fee	₹12000	-	-	-
University Fees	-	-	-	-
college welfare fund	-	-	-	-
university welfare fund	-	-	-	-
union fees	-	-	-	-
development fees	-	-	-	-
transport fees	-	-	-	-
gym fees	-	-	-	-
library fees	-	-	-	-
lab fees	-	-	-	-
convocation fees	-	-	-	-
alumni fees	-	-	-	-
training and placement fees	-	-	-	-
miscellaneous fees	₹10750	-	₹750	-
Semester Wise Fees	₹38950	₹16200	₹16950	₹16200
Yearly Fees	₹55,150	₹33,150

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Harshit Kushwaha

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MA, Development Studies

Reviewed on Jul 27, 2023(Enrolled 2022)

IIT Mandi gives best exposure to Development Studies

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Fees and Financial Aid:

The fee structure for the first semester is 63,500 which includes the hostel and mess all fees. From the second semester onwards students have to pay 40000 per semester which also includes all other castes including the hostel and mess.

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Jasmeet Singh

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Reviewed on Jun 15, 2021(Enrolled 2020)

Life at IIT Mandi

Fee Structure And Facilities:

The total cost of the program is INR 1,30,000 (approx.). The institute does provide students with merit based and other scholarships. The scholarships cover the tuition fees and also provide the students with stipend in certain cases

Niharika Batra

3.6

Reviewed on Nov 9, 2020(Enrolled 2020)

Niharika Batra's Review On IIT Mandi- Indian Institute Of Technology - [IITM], Mandi

Course Curriculum Overview:

The course syllabus basically involved stuff related to the western himalayas which I found very restrictive. I have started online classes as of now. There are many assignments, presentations,book review, response paper,research paper. In short,they have made sure we cuss them alot because seriously there has been a lot of burden.

SHASHANK SHEKHAR

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Reviewed on Feb 29, 2020(Enrolled 2018)

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MSME to the students though if you can't afford your fees then couple of professor who from their project fund support your expenses and patronise rather than that I have no knowledge apart from that

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Semester	Subject
1	History of development thought
	Human Geography: A Western Himayan Perspective
	Indian Social Structure and Development
	Information Technology and Development
	Research Methodology for Humanities and Social Sciences
	Natural Resource Development
2	Planning Welfare and Development
	Discipline Elective 1
	Discipline Elective 2
	Discipline Elective 3
	Outside Discipline Elective 1
	Development Studies Practicum 1
	Field Study
3	Discipline Elective 4
	Discipline Elective 5
	Discipline Elective 6
	Outside Discipline Elective 2
4	Post graduate project

Details	1st Semester	2nd Semester	3rd Semester	4th Semester
Admission fees	INR 200	--	--	--
Tuition fees	INR 5000	INR 5000	INR 5000	INR 5000
Registration fees	INR 200	INR 200	INR 200	INR 200
Exam fees	INR 350	INR 350	INR 350	INR 350
Other fees	INR 9750	INR 2450	INR 3200	INR 2450

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Reviews Rating	4.1/5 (4 Users)
Cost To Study	Total Fees ₹61000 (2 Years ) Hostel Fees ₹9600 Check Detailed Fees
Ranking	-
Highest Salary	₹6500000
Average Salary	₹2523000
General Course Details	Duration - 2 Years Course Offered - Full Time Mode - Full Time Degree Type - On Campus Course Level - Post Graduation Course Credential - Degree Check Course Details
Eligibility	Graduation with 55%

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