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

Admission to the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Information Technology at the Indian Institute of Information Technology Lucknow primarily relies on performance in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Mains). Eligible candidates must partake in the JEE Mains exam, with the institution generally considering students with a rank ranging from approximately 8000 to 15000 for the open category, depending on branch selection. The percentile requirement varies by reservation category, with general category candidates needing around a 99 percentile score.

JEE Mains is conducted biannually, in January and March, with a registration fee of INR 1500 via the NTA website. Post-exam, admissions are facilitated through JoSAA and CSAB counseling processes, noted for their complexity. Candidates must also meet a board percentage criterion of at least 75% in PCM (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) from their Class 12 exams. The institution comprises 85% government and 15% private ownership. For EWS category aspirants, the cutoff can extend up to 17500.

The admission process is smooth, although aspects like hostel availability could benefit from more clarity. There is no fee waiver based on category, and the college is recognized for its strong coding culture and placement records.