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IIT Tirupati (Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati) is a public technical university established in 2015 by the Government of India. It is an Institute of National Importance, governed by the IIT Council under the Ministry of Education, fully autonomous and empowered to award its own degrees. IIT Tirupati is among the six new IITs established in 2015 under the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research Act.
As per NIRF 2025, IIT Tirupati is ranked 57th in the Engineering category and in the 101-150 band in the Overall category.
The permanent campus spans 548 acres at Yerpedu, Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, and includes an 18-acre research park under development — the largest planned research park footprint among all IITs.
- B.Tech (4 years): Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Engineering Physics
- M.Tech (2 years): specialisations in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Civil Engineering
- M.Sc (2 years): Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry, and Physics
- M.S. by Research (2 years): thesis-based research programme across engineering and science disciplines
- Master of Public Policy (MPP, 2 years): policy-oriented postgraduate programme
- Ph.D.: full-time doctoral programmes across engineering, science, humanities, and social sciences
The total B.Tech fee is INR 8.82 lakh for the 4-year programme for general category students with family income above INR 5 lakh per annum. Students from lower-income households pay significantly reduced fees under the IIT government-mandated concession scheme.
Merit-cum-Means and Institute Free Studentship scholarships cover full tuition for eligible students with family income up to INR 4.5 lakh per annum.
In the 2024-25 placement season, 243 students were placed with a highest package of INR 65 LPA and an overall average of INR 17.58 LPA.
IIT Tirupati Admission Dates 2027
IIT Tirupati admissions for the 2026-27 session concluded in July 2026 through JoSAA 2026 counselling for B.Tech and CCMT 2026 for M.Tech. The next admission cycle for the 2027-28 batch is driven by JEE Advanced 2027 (B.Tech), GATE 2027 (M.Tech), and JAM 2027 (M.Sc). Tentative key dates are listed below.
| Event | Tentative Timeline (2027-28 Cycle) |
|---|---|
| GATE 2027 registration | September to October 2026 |
| JAM 2027 registration | September to October 2026 |
| GATE 2027 exam | February 2027 |
| JAM 2027 exam | February 2027 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 registration | January to February 2027 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 exam | May 2027 |
| JEE Advanced 2027 results | June 2027 |
| JoSAA 2027 B.Tech counselling | June to July 2027 |
| CCMT 2027 M.Tech counselling | June to July 2027 |
| Classes commence | July to August 2027 |
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Counselling Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (all branches) | JEE Advanced 2027 | JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) |
| M.Tech (all specialisations) | GATE 2027 | CCMT (Centralised Counselling for M.Tech) |
| M.Sc (all streams) | JAM 2027 | IIT JAM centralised admission portal |
| M.S. by Research | GATE or institute-level test and interview | Direct admission via IIT Tirupati |
| MPP | IIT Tirupati written test and interview | Direct admission via IIT Tirupati |
| Ph.D. | GATE or institute-level test and interview | Direct admission via IIT Tirupati |
IIT Tirupati Courses and Fees
IIT Tirupati offers six B.Tech branches, four M.Tech specialisations, four M.Sc streams, and doctoral programmes. B.Tech fee applies the IIT Council’s income-based slab structure: general category students with family income above INR 5 lakh pay INR 1,01,250 tuition per semester, while those with family income between INR 1 lakh and INR 5 lakh pay INR 34,584 per semester, and SC/ST/PwD students pay INR 1,250 per semester. The total B.Tech fee over 4 years for general category (income above INR 5 lakh) is INR 8.82 lakh, excluding hostel and mess charges.
| Programme | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fee (GEN, income above INR 5 LPA) |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (6 branches) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM with 75% + JEE Advanced rank | INR 8.82 lakh |
| M.Tech (4 specialisations) | 2 years | B.Tech in relevant branch + GATE score | Minimal (GATE scholars receive INR 12,400/month stipend) |
| M.Sc (4 streams) | 2 years | BSc/B.Tech in relevant subject + JAM rank | INR 1,000 per semester (standard IIT rate) |
| M.S. by Research | 2 years minimum | B.Tech with GATE or institute test and interview | Minimal (fellowship-supported) |
| MPP | 2 years | Any bachelor’s degree + IIT Tirupati test and interview | As notified by institute each cycle |
| Ph.D. | 3 years minimum | Master’s or B.Tech with GATE/institute test and interview | Waived (with monthly fellowship) |
Hostel charges at IIT Tirupati are INR 40,000 per semester, applicable to all programmes. Mess charges are billed separately at actuals.
IIT Tirupati Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admission at IIT Tirupati is through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced, conducted by one of the IITs on a rotational basis each year. Candidates who qualify JEE Mains Paper 1 are eligible to appear for JEE Advanced. Seat allotment is through JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) counselling, which runs simultaneous rounds for all IITs, NITs, and IIITs. Eligibility requires a minimum of 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) in Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
The JEE Advanced 2025 closing rank for IIT Tirupati CSE in the General category (Round 6) was in the range of 5,034 to 16,548, with other branches like EE and ME closing at higher rank numbers. IIT Tirupati also admits students via the DASA scheme (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) for NRI/OCI candidates.
M.Tech, M.Sc, and Ph.D. Admission
M.Tech seats are filled through CCMT counselling based on GATE scores. GATE-qualified M.Tech scholars receive a monthly stipend of INR 12,400 from AICTE. M.Sc admissions are through IIT JAM (Joint Admission Test for M.Sc), with streams in Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry, and Physics. Ph.D. admissions are held twice a year (January and July intakes) based on GATE score or an institute-level written test followed by a departmental interview. M.S. by Research and MPP candidates appear for separate IIT Tirupati selection processes.
IIT Tirupati Placements
IIT Tirupati placements are managed by a central Training and Placement cell. In the 2024-25 season, 243 students were placed across B.Tech, M.Tech, and integrated programmes. The highest package stood at INR 65 LPA for CSE and the overall average was INR 17.58 LPA. The median package for UG (4-year) students was INR 15 LPA.
| Branch | Average Package 2024-25 | Highest Package 2024-25 |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 25.25 LPA | INR 65 LPA |
| Electrical Engineering | INR 16.51 LPA | INR 38 LPA |
| Chemical Engineering | INR 12.49 LPA | INR 16 LPA |
| Civil Engineering | INR 13.07 LPA | INR 13 LPA |
| Mechanical Engineering | INR 12.30 LPA | INR 42 LPA |
Top recruiters at IIT Tirupati include Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Arista Networks, Intel, Deloitte, Factset, Futures First, IBM, TCS, and L&T. IIT Tirupati has one of the highest female-to-male enrolment ratios among all IITs, with women comprising 21.87% of the B.Tech batch.
IIT Tirupati Rankings
IIT Tirupati has consistently improved its NIRF Engineering rank since its first appearance. As per NIRF 2025, the institute is ranked 57th in Engineering and in the 101-150 band in the Overall category, a strong trajectory for an institution only a decade old.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank / Status |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF 2025 | Engineering | 57 |
| NIRF 2025 | Overall | 101-150 band |
| NIRF 2024 | Engineering | 61 |
| NIRF 2023 | Engineering | 59 |
| NIRF 2022 | Engineering | 56 |
| Ministry of Education | Institute Status | Institute of National Importance |
IIT Tirupati Scholarships
IIT Tirupati administers three main merit-cum-means scholarship programmes as per the IIT Council guidelines. These scholarships are open to B.Tech students based on academic performance and family income. Students from SC/ST backgrounds have a separate dedicated scholarship track.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Merit-cum-Means (MCM) | Family income up to INR 4.5 LPA and in top 25% of batch | INR 1,000 per month and full tuition fee waiver |
| Institute Free Studentship (IFS) | Family income up to INR 4.5 LPA and in top 10% of batch | Full tuition fee waiver |
| SC/ST Scholarship | SC/ST students with family income up to INR 4.5 LPA | INR 250 per month and mess and hostel fee waiver |
B.Tech students with family income up to INR 1 lakh per annum pay only a nominal institute fee with no tuition component. GATE-qualified M.Tech and M.S. by Research students receive a monthly fellowship of INR 12,400, and Ph.D. scholars receive INR 31,000 to INR 35,000 per month under the PMRF or institute fellowship schemes.
IIT Tirupati Campus and Infrastructure
IIT Tirupati’s permanent campus spans 548 acres at Yerpedu, near Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The campus is connected to Tirupati city (18 km) and Tirupati International Airport (22 km). The railway station at Renigunta Junction is approximately 10 km from campus. The institute is fully residential, with separate boys’ and girls’ hostels.
Academic infrastructure includes department laboratories, a central library, a high-performance computing facility, and maker spaces. IIT Tirupati is developing an 18-acre research park within the campus, planned as the largest research park footprint among all IITs, to host industry-academia collaborations and incubated startups. The institute has an active research collaboration with IISER Tirupati through the CAMOST (Centre for Atoms, Molecules, and Materials) initiative. There are 143 full-time faculty members, giving IIT Tirupati one of the best faculty-to-student ratios among the newer IITs.
IIT Tirupati vs IIT Palakkad vs IIT Dharwad
Aspirants who clear JEE Advanced with ranks in the 8,000 to 20,000 range often compare IIT Tirupati with IIT Palakkad (Kerala) and IIT Dharwad (Karnataka), all three being part of the 2015-batch new IITs with similar programme maturity, fee structures, and JoSAA closing ranks.
| Parameter | IIT Tirupati | IIT Palakkad | IIT Dharwad |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year Established | 2015 | 2015 | 2015 |
| State | Andhra Pradesh | Kerala | Karnataka |
| Campus Area | 548 acres | 1,000+ acres | 470 acres |
| NIRF Engineering 2025 | 57 | 55 to 65 range | 70 to 80 range |
| B.Tech Branches | 6 (incl. Engineering Physics) | 7 | 5 |
| Total B.Tech Fee (GEN) | INR 8.82 lakh | Comparable range | Comparable range |
| Highest Package 2024-25 | INR 65 LPA | INR 60+ LPA | INR 50+ LPA |
| Research Park | 18 acres (planned) | In development | In development |
IIT Tirupati’s NIRF Engineering rank (57 in 2025) is the strongest among the three. Its planned 18-acre research park and IISER Tirupati collaboration make it a preferred choice for research-oriented students. IIT Palakkad has a larger campus allocation and a slightly broader B.Tech portfolio with seven branches. IIT Dharwad is well-placed for students seeking access to the Bengaluru-Pune industrial corridor from campus. All three follow the same IIT Council fee structure and JoSAA admission process.
IIT Tirupati FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF ranking of IIT Tirupati?
Ans. As per NIRF 2025, IIT Tirupati is ranked 57th in the Engineering category and placed in the 101-150 band in the Overall category. The institute has improved its Engineering rank from 61 in 2024 to 57 in 2025, reflecting consistent growth in research output and academic quality.
Ques. What is the total B.Tech fee at IIT Tirupati?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at IIT Tirupati for general category students with family income above INR 5 lakh per annum is INR 8.82 lakh for the 4-year programme. Hostel charges are INR 40,000 per semester, billed separately. Students with family income between INR 1 lakh and INR 5 lakh pay INR 34,584 per semester in tuition. SC/ST/PwD students pay only INR 1,250 per semester.
Ques. Which B.Tech branches are available at IIT Tirupati?
Ans. IIT Tirupati offers B.Tech in six branches: Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, and Engineering Physics. Admission to all branches is through JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling. CSE has the lowest closing rank in JoSAA each year.
Ques. What is the placement record of IIT Tirupati?
Ans. In the 2024-25 placement season, IIT Tirupati placed 243 students with a highest package of INR 65 LPA and an overall average of INR 17.58 LPA. The CSE branch had the highest average at INR 25.25 LPA. Top recruiters include Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Arista Networks, Intel, Deloitte, Factset, IBM, TCS, and L&T.
Ques. Does IIT Tirupati offer scholarships?
Ans. Yes, IIT Tirupati offers the Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarship (INR 1,000/month and full tuition waiver for income up to INR 4.5 LPA and top 25% students), the Institute Free Studentship (full tuition waiver for top 10% with income up to INR 4.5 LPA), and an SC/ST scholarship (INR 250/month and hostel and mess waiver for eligible SC/ST students). GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive a monthly stipend of INR 12,400.
Ques. How is admission to M.Tech at IIT Tirupati done?
Ans. M.Tech admission at IIT Tirupati is through GATE score and CCMT (Centralised Counselling for M.Tech) counselling, which runs centrally for all participating IITs and NITs. GATE-qualified candidates select IIT Tirupati during CCMT option entry and receive allotment based on GATE score and category. No separate college-level test is required for GATE-qualified candidates.
Ques. Where is IIT Tirupati located and how to reach it?
Ans. IIT Tirupati is located at Yerpedu, near Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh. The campus is 18 km from Tirupati city, 22 km from Tirupati International Airport, and 10 km from Renigunta Junction railway station. Tirupati is well-connected to Chennai, Hyderabad, and Bengaluru by rail and road. The institute operates a shuttle service between the campus and Tirupati city for students and faculty.
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The selection criteria of IIT Tirupati MPP comprises of two tracks. These are
The fee for the Ph.D. course is INR 89,500 for the duration of 3 years which includes various charges such as medical charges, security deposit, lab charges, college development fund, library charges, registration fees, examination fees, mess charges, and tuition fees.
The fee for the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) is INR 3,62,000 for the duration of 4 years which includes various charges such as registration fees, tuition fees, examination fees, college development fund, medical charges, security deposit, lab charges and library charges.
To be eligible for the fee waivers or Merit-cum-Means Scholarship you should have your family income less than INR 4.5 Lakhs. Through this fee waiver, you are exempted from the payment of the tuition fee. You can check the scholarships in detail.
For more information, refer to this link: IIT Tirupati Scholarship
There are various specializations offered under the two years M.tech course at IIT Tirupati. These specializations are Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. Also, the most opted M.tech course is Computer Science & Engineering.
For more information, refer to this link: IIT Tirupati M.Tech Admissions 2022
IIT Tirupati provides admission to various undergraduate, postgraduate, and Research-based under various specializations. The admission criteria and admission dates for each course are different. Please mention the course to know the information.
For more information, refer to this link: IIT Tirupati Courses and Fees