IIIT Kota Course Admissions 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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Updated on - Nov 27, 2025

IIIT Kota Latest Updates and News

01 Dec, 2025 JEE Main 2026 application form correction is open @jeemain.nta.nic.in till Dec 2, 2025, for B.E/ B.Tech/ B.Arch/ B.Plan admission. Further, the JEE Main 2026 Session 1 will be held from Jan 21 to 30, 2026. For more details, check here.

19 Nov, 2025 GATE 2026 is scheduled for Feb 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, for ME/ MTech/ PhD admissions. The exam will be held in two sessions; the first session will be conducted from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM, followed by the second session from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM. For latest updates, check here.

IIIT Kota admission is based on the entrance exam. The institute offers admission to B.Tech program in 3 specialisations, in which computer science & engineering is the best specialisation. For admission to the B.Tech program, candidates must have passed 10+2 in science stream, with a minimum of 75%. They also need to appear for JEE Main examination, followed by JoSAA counselling. The registration process for the JEE Main commenced in last week of october for the first round and first week of February for second round. Apart from JosAA counselling, IIIT Kota also accepts counselling of Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB).

IIIT Kota also offers M.Tech program as its postgraduate program in 2 specialisations. For admission to the M.Tech program, students need to appear for GATE Examination. In 2025, IIIT Kota  GATE  overall cutoff marks for GATE is 370 - 506 for the general categoryThe university also offfers Ph.D program in 2 specializations.

IIIT Kota Admission Highlights

Here are the key highlights of IIIT Kota Admission 2025:

Particulars Details
Name of Institute Indian Institute of Information Technology Kota
Course Offered UG, PG, and Doctoral
Flagship Courses B.Tech., M.Tech. and Ph.D.
Application Mode Online
Selection Criteria Entrance Exam
Entrance Exams Accepted JEE-Mains, GATE
Scholarship Offered Yes
Official Website iiitkota.ac.in

IIIT Kota Important Dates 2026

IIIT Kota offers admission to various programs based on scores in National-level entrance examinations. Important upcoming dates regarding exams accepted are as follows:

IIIT Kota B.Tech Admission Dates 2026

 The tentative JEE Main entrance exam dates are out for B.Tech Admissions. 

Events Dates
Registration Deadline JEE Main Exam (Session 1) November 27, 2025 (Up to 9:00 PM) 
JEE Main Exam Date (Session 1) January 21, 2026 – January 30, 2026 
JEE Main Exam Result (Session 1) February 12, 2026 (tentative) 
Registration Deadline JEE Main Exam (Session 2) February 1, 2026 (tentative) 
JEE Main Exam (Session 2) April 01, 2026 -April 10, 2026 (tentative) 
JEE Main Result (Session 2) April 19, 2026 (tentative) 

IIIT Kota M.Tech Admission Dates 2026

The GATE exam dates are out as well for M.Tech admissions at IIIT Kota. The detailed schedule is given below:

Events Dates
GATE Opening Registration Process August 28, 2025
GATE Closing date of REGULAR online registration September 28, 2026
GATE Exam Dates February 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026 
GATE Result March 19, 2026

IIIT Kota B.Tech Admission 2026 

IIIT Kota offers a 4-year B.Tech program in three specializations, namely, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering. Candidates are required to appear in the JEE Mains entrance examination in order to get admission to the B.Tech program. The first-year tuition fee for the B.Tech at IIIT Kota is 1.8 lakhs.

IIIT Kota B.Tech Eligibility Criteria-

10+2 qualified from a recognized Board of Education.

  • Physics and Maths must be compulsory subjects.
  • Minimum 75% marks should be secured in the final examination.

IIIT Kota B.Tech Selection Criteria-

  • Candidates are selected based on the rank secured by them in JEE Main.
  • The seat allotment is done based on the candidate's performance in the JoSAA counseling process, previous academic records and other factors.

IIIT Kota B.Tech Seat Matrix 

The institute offers Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) program in three streams – Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), and Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering (AI&DE).

Academic Session Branch Intake
2025 Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) 180
Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) 90
Artificial Intelligence and Data Engineering (AI&DE) 60

IIIT Kota JEE Main Cutoff 2025

IIIT Kota JEE Main Cutoff 2025 has been released. The Round 1 cutoff for B.Tech Computer Science Engineering in 2025 is 23800.

Tabulated below are IIIT Kota JEE Main Cutoff for the General Category

Courses Round 1 (Closing rank) Last Round (Closing rank)
B.Tech Computer Science Engineering 23800 25666
B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science 25801 27517
B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering 30755 33354

IIIT Kota CSAB Cutoff 2025

IIIT Kota, CSAB Counselling Cutoff 2025 for the General Category is listed below. The overall cutoff rank for CSAB Counselling is 33035 - 44020

Courses

Round 1

(Closing rank)

Last Round

(Closing rank)

B.Tech Computer Science Engineering

33035 33236

B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science

36366 36737

B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering

44020 46443

How to Apply for JEE Main 2025?

Candidates who are eligible for admission have to take the JEE Main. The application process is given below:

  • Visit the official website of JEE- Main
  • Register for the online application form
  • Make a note of the system-generated application number
  • Create a password
  • Log in again and fill out the form
  • Upload scanned images of photographs and signature
  • A fee of INR 1000 will be charged which is to be paid through Debit card, Credit card, Net banking, UPI, or Paytm.
  • Keep a printout of the application form for future use.

For JOSAA Counseling

  • Candidates with a valid JEE Main score are required to participate in the JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling process for admission to IIIT Kota. The process begins with registration on the official JoSAA website.
  • For registration, candidates should log in using their JEE Mains application number. Once logged in, it's important to carefully review the candidate profile and ensure that all personal and academic details are accurate. If any corrections are needed, they should be made before proceeding, followed by clicking on the ‘Submit changes’ button.
  • After confirming the profile, candidates can move on to selecting their preferred institutes and specializations from the list of available options.
  • Finally, to complete the choice-filling process, candidates must lock their selections by clicking on ‘I agree to lock my choices’.

How to Apply for CSAB?

*CSAB conducts special rounds after JoSAA's rounds to fill any vacant seats in the NIT+ system (NITs, IIITs, and other GFTIs)

  • Visit the official website of CSAB (csab.nic.in )
  • Click on Online Registration link.
  • Enter your JEE Main Roll number and login to your account.
  • Fill in the details carefully and verify your information.
  • Fill in your choices and arrange them as per your preference.
  • Check the order and lock your choices.
  • On successful allotment of seat, candidates have to visit the reporting center along with the required documents for verification and attend the counseling

IIIT Kota M.Tech. Admission 2026

IIIT Kota offers an M.Tech program in Computer Science and Engineering in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science specialization. The courses are offered full-time and part-time under the Self-Financed and Sponsored category.

IIIT Kota M.Tech. Eligibility Criteria-

  • B.E/B.Tech Degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university or institute with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0.
  • At least one year of work experience for Sponsored candidates.
  • The sponsored candidates are required to submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer/organization.

IIIT Kota M.Tech. Selection Criteria-

  • Applicants are shortlisted based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
  • Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for a written test conducted by the respective department.
  • Those who qualify the written test will be called for an interview.
  • The final selection will be based on the merit list released by the institute.

IIIT Kota M.Tech Cutoff 2025

IIIT Kota GATE Cutoff 2025 has been released. The Round 1 cutoff for M.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science in 2025 is 506 and 487 in Round 2.

Tabulated below are IIIT Kota GATE Cutoff for the General Category

Courses Round 1 (Cutoff marks) Last Round (Cutoff marks)
M.Tech Artificial Intelligence & Data Science 506 418
M.Tech Semiconductor Technology 370 366

IIIT Kota Ph.D. Admission 2026

IIIT Kota offers a Full-Time Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in two disciplines, Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering. Admissions to the program are based on a written test and a personal interview conducted by the institute.

IIIT Kota Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria-

  • M.E/M.Tech Degree in a relevant discipline from a recognized university or institute with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0.
  • At least one year of work experience for Sponsored candidates.
  • The sponsored candidates are required to submit No Objection Certificate (NOC) from their employer/organization.

IIIT Kota Ph.D. Selection Criteria-

  • Applicants are shortlisted based on marks obtained in the qualifying examination.
  • Shortlisted candidates are required to appear for a written test conducted by the respective department.
  • Those who qualify the written test will be called for an interview.
  • The final selection will be based on the merit list released by the institute.

IIIT Kota Application Process

  • Visit the official website of IIIT Kota.
  • Click on “Academics” and then click on the desired program.
  • Now click on the “Fill Google Form Here” to register for the program.
  • Register using your email id.
  • Enter your personal and academic details.
  • Pay the application fee of IINR 500 through Credit Card/Debit Card/Net Banking/UPI.
  • Submit the application form.
  • Take a printout of the form for future reference.

IIIT Kota Admission  FAQs

Ques. Does IIIT Kota offer direct admission to students?

Ans. No, IIIT Kota does not offer direct admission in any of its offered programs. Admission to various programs is either based on National level entrance exam scores, or merit released by the institute based on written exams and interview conducted by the college.

Ques. What is the application process for IIIT Kota?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to M.Tech and Ph.D. at IIIT Kota can fill out the application form by visiting the official website of the institute. While B.tech admissions are done through the JoSAA counselling process.

Ques. What documents are required at IIIT Kota for counselling?

Ans.The documents required at the time of counselling in IIIT Kota are-

  • Provisional Seat Allotment Letter
  • Receipt of fee payment by e-challan of SBI
  • JEE Main Admit Card and Scorecard
  • Passport size photograph
  • Photo ID proof
  • Class X marks sheet as proof of date of birth and Name
  • Class XII Board Certificate and Marks-sheet
  • Category Certificate (SC/ST) in the format given on JoSAA website
  • Category Certificate for OBC-NLC
  • Disability Certificate for Persons with Disabilities (PwD)

Ques. What is the opening and closing rank for B.Tech at  IIIT Kota?

Ans. As per the 2025 cutoff data of JEE Main counselling the opening rank for round 1  at CSE branch was 23800 and closing rank for last round was 25666, for artificial and intelligence branch opening rank for round 1 was 25801 and for the last round the rank was 27517.

Ques. What are the courses offered at IIIT Kota?

Ans. IIIT Kota offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral-level programs. The university offers B.Tech as an undergraduate program in which it offers 3 specializations. M.Tech is a postgraduate course in that offers 2 specializations, and then PhD as a doctoral level program in that offers two specializations as well.

IIIT Kota Admissions: Students' Opinion

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Admission to the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electronics & Communication Engineering at the Indian Institute of Information Technology, Kota (IIIT Kota) is primarily through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main. Candidates must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) in their 12th grade, with a minimum requirement of 75% for general and 65% for SC/ST students. The admission process entails participating in JOSAA and CSAB counselling based on JEE Main ranks.

The typical cutoff rank for the ECE branch ranges from 37,500 to 43,000 for general category candidates. Special reservations and fee concessions are available for SC/ST/PWD students, and girls also benefit from particular reservation criteria. The application fee for JEE Mains is ?1000, with a reduced fee of ?850 for female candidates. Direct or management quota admissions are not mentioned, and the eligibility is valid for up to three years post the class 12 exams.

The application forms and details about fee structures can be accessed on the official websites of JEE Mains and IIIT Kota. Students should check the specified reservation benefits and criteria, as clear communication on these aspects is stressed to ensure transparency.

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IIIT Kota Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date
Jan 22, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Result
Feb 19, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Correction in Particulars of Online Application Form of JEE Main 2026 Session1 [BE/B.Tech]
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 02, 2025
Last Date for Submission of Online Application Form for JEE Main 2026 Session1 [BE/B.Tech]
Nov 27, 2025
JEE Main 2026 Registration
Oct 15, 2025 - Nov 25, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
GATE 2026 Admit Card Date
Tentative
Jan 07, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 07, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 08, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 14, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Date
Tentative
Mar 19, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Date of GATE 2026 Application Rectification
Oct 28, 2025 - Nov 10, 2025
GATE 2026 Registration Date
Aug 28, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025
Physical Reporting & Fee Payment at Final Allotted Institute for CCMT 2025 [M.Tech]
Aug 05, 2025 - Aug 11, 2025

Important Events

EventsDates
GATE 2026 Admit Card Date
Tentative
Jan 07, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date
Jan 22, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 07, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 08, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 14, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates
Feb 15, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Result
Feb 19, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Date
Tentative
Mar 19, 2026

Expired Events

EventsDates
Correction in Particulars of Online Application Form of JEE Main 2026 Session1 [BE/B.Tech]
Dec 01, 2025 - Dec 02, 2025
JEE Main 2026 Registration
Oct 15, 2025 - Nov 25, 2025
Last Date for Submission of Online Application Form for JEE Main 2026 Session1 [BE/B.Tech]
Nov 27, 2025

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i applied for many college and i being selected for the entire colleges of rajasthan and i secure the guess setes there and but i chose iiit because of its placement states and beacuse of its low fees sturecute as compare to other iiits and also i chose this because i rejected from iits and other nits i also have opportunity to chose lower branches in nits and iits but i chose cse of iiiit kota and that was my mistake
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First of all i applied for this college for the electronics branch that i want and this college provides and for to take the admission in this college you have to give the jee mains exams on the basis of that u will get this college. So sccording to my rank i get this only although i have applied for the other collegs also but didnt get into them because of their cut offs. And another factor is that i choose it because i from rajasthan and this college is also present in this state. For to take the admission one should have to give the jee mains exams and have to score in between 96-98 percentile for to get the preferred branch.
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Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025(Enrolled 2024)

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I am from jaipur, Rajasthan so Kota, rajasthan is near. It is public private partnership rather than only private. It is an institute of national importance. I was getting Computer Sceince and Engineering here. Eligiblity is you should have cleared jee exam and achieved a rank in it. Approx CSE cuttoff is 30000 JEE Mains Rank
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i didnt applied for any other college since it was the only college i was applicable with my jee score.only by writing jee mains exam we cam come here ,the cutoff is relatively lower compared to other collegs.
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I had applied for Indian institute of technology sree city since it was nearer to my house but unfortunately I couldn't make it there since it's cutoff was high.the only you could make it here is by jee mains exam.
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It was near to my hometown ,in college placements discipline track record and alumni network was strong.i chose it because it was the best among the available college choices as per my rank .Also thecl cultural and heritage greetings of Rajasthan was one thing I wanted to ecpireence myself.
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No, I applied for this college only because it is nearer to my mama's house. The JEE Mains exam is the eligibility criterion for it. Overall, the experience has been good since it was constructed two years ago. It can be improved further.
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Personally for me, I wanted to take admission in an esteemed/premier institute. So, IIIT-Kota is an institute of national importance and having secured a good enough rank for taking admission in the best branch available which is Computer Science and Engineering. During my counselling, I found this college and branch combination to be the best fit for me.
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I have chosen this college because its syllabuse more computer languages oriented which is the need of it sector of the world and moreover this college have their own hostel so we donot have to travel hours to reach the college
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Reviewed on Jan 21, 2025(Enrolled 2024)

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My percentile in jee mains was 97.1 and according to this l got this college. I had choosen it because it was better than many iiits. For admission you have to score above 97 percentile in jee mains if you are from general category.
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surabhi s
Jul 6, 2022 15:26
What is the average GATE score requirement of IIIT Kota?
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Aniket Ranjan
Jul 8, 2022 19:34

The average GATE score required for admission to M.Tech course of IIIT Kota is around 450. The cutoff generally varies depending upon the category, complexities, number of seats, etc. 

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mohammed najamuddin
Jul 6, 2022 15:18
When will the ceritfication courses registration of IIIT Kota begin?
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Aniket Ranjan
Jul 8, 2022 19:35

The registration process for certification courses is expected to start soon. The institute will release the official notification along with application form on the official website soon. 


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