IIT MADRAS
IIT MADRAS
About IIT Madras
Located on arguably the greenest and most beautiful campus in India, IIT Madras provides an unmatched environment for students to discover themselves, explore life, and learn from the excellent faculty and from each other. Throw in the nation’s first and largest IITM Research Park next door with an incredible deep technology startup ecosystem, excellent campus infrastructure, generous alumni support and involvement, and a fast-expanding engagement with the best of our peers globally, and you have an Institute that everyone wishes to be a student, employee, alumnus, or partner of. Welcome, once again, to IIT Madras! Vanakkam!!
IIT Madras Highlights
Establishment year | 1959 |
Also known as | IIT Madras, IITM |
Ownership | Government |
Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu |
Campus size | 617 acres |
Status | Institute of National Importance |
Recognised as | Institute of Eminence (IoE) |
Rankings | -Ranked 275 by QS Global world Rankings 2021 -Ranked 1 for Engineering by NIRF 2020 Ranked 601-800 by Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2020 |
Entrance exams accepted | JEE Advanced, GATE, IIT JAM, CAT, UGC NET, CSIR NET, HSEE |
No. of departments | 16 |
Number of courses | 100 |
Courses Offered at IIT Madras
Department of AeroSpace Engineering
Doctor of Philosophy
It is a full-fledged research programme.Attractive fellowship and opportunities to work on sponsored projects are available.
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Admission is done through test/interview.
Candidates with a Master’s degree in Aerospace/Civil/Applied Mechanics/Mechanical/Electrical Engg. or Master’s degree in Mathematics/Physics are eligible to apply.
Candidates with a Master’s degree in other branches of engineering if they have a basic degree in Aerospace Engg. or five years experience in an Aerospace industry/organization can also apply.
Master of Science
Duration-Minimum 1 ½ Years
It is a research-based post-graduate programme.
Attractive fellowship and opportunities are there to work on sponsored projects.
Possibility of conversion to Ph.D. subject to good performance is there.
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace/Civil/Chemical/Computer Science/Electrical/Mechanical/Metallurgical/Naval Architecture OR Master’s degree in Physics/Mathematics/Chemistry are eligible to apply. Admission through GATE and test/interview for regular candidates and test/interview for sponsored candidates. Positions are also open for candidates with degree in other branches of engineering if they have three years experience in an Aerospace industry/organization.
Master of Technology
USPs
It is a self-contained post-graduate programme in Aerospace Engineering.
It imparts training necessary for a career involving design, analysis, construction, testing and operation of airplanes, helicopters, rockets and spacecraft.
Ample flexibility is given in terms of professional electives (Complete curriculum).
An individual engineering project is given in the second year.
Possibility of conversion to Ph.D. subject to good performance is available.
Fellowship is given for regular candidates.
Open to graduates in Aerospace Engg. as well as related disciplines.
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in Aerospace Engg. as well as related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Dual Degree Integrated B.Tech & M.Tech
It is An integrated programme in Aerospace Engineering.
It imparts fundamentals as well as advanced training necessary for a career involving design, analysis, construction, testing and operation of airplanes, helicopters, rockets and spacecraft.
The course involves courses in Basic Sciences, Basic Engineering and Humanities in addition.
It also involves courses in a Minor stream chosen from a wide variety ranging from Physics for Modern Technology to Financial Management.
M.Tech. level courses start from the seventh semester.
Flexibility is given in terms of professional electives, free electives, self-study courses and pass/fail courses.
A 14 month long engineering project after the eighth semester is given.
Fellowship during the final year (subject to certain conditions) is offered.
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
Bachelor of Technology
USPs
- Imparts fundamentals essential for a career involving design, analysis, construction, testing and operation of airplanes, helicopters, rockets and spacecraft.
- Involves courses in Basic Sciences, Basic Engineering and Humanities.
- Also involves courses in a Minor stream chosen from a wide variety ranging from Physics for Modern Technology to Financial Management
- Flexibility in terms of professional electives, free electives, self-study courses and pass/fail courses.
- An optional individual engineering project in the final year.
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA
Department Of Applied Mechanics
M.Tech. (Computational and Experimental Mechanic)
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
M.Tech. (Biomedical Engineering)
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Ph.D.
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Admission is done through test/interview.
M.S. By Research
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in related field OR Master’s degree in related subjects are eligible to apply
Department Of Biotechnology
Dual Degree (M.Tech) in Biological Engineering
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
Dual Degree (M.S) in Biological Sciences
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
M.Tech. Bioprocess Engineering
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Department Of Chemical Engineering
- B.Tech.
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
- B.Tech.
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
MS
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in related field OR Master’s degree in related subjects are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Admission is done through test/interview.
Department Of Chemistry
Master of Science in General Chemistry
Duration- 2 Years
Admission
Graduate Candidates are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Candidates who have completed M. Sc in Chemistry with a valid GATE score or a valid fellowship from CSIR(JRF), UGC(JRF) or DST(INSPIRE) are eligible to apply.
Department Of Civil Engineering
B.Tech. Programme
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission is through the highly competitive Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) conducted by NTA held every year during the month of April.
Dual Degree Programme
In the Dual Degree programme the students receive a B.Tech. degree in Civil Engineering and M.Tech. degree in one of these six streams at the end of 10 semesters of course and project work:
The specialisation are
- Building Technology and Construction Management
- Environmental Engineering
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is through the highly competitive Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) conducted by NTA held every year during the month of April.
M.S. Programme
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years)
Admission
The admission to the M.S. research programme is through interviews conducted in the department.
Candidates having Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering from any recognised University for all specialisations in Civil Engineering are eligible to apply. In addition, the following non-Civil Engineering degree qualifications are also eligible for different specialisations but M.Sc. degree holders in Science with two years experience admitted to the M.S. programme should take additional engineering courses to acquire enough engineering background.
For Building Technology and Construction Management specialisation, candidates with
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or First Class M.Sc degree in Physics / Applied Science / Material Science with two years experience in Civil Engineering area are eligible to apply.
For Geotechnical Engineering specialisation, candidates with M.Sc degree in Mathematics / Physics / Chemistry / Applied Geology with two years experience in Civil Engineering area. Bachelor’s degree in Mining Engineering with one year relevant experience are eligible to apply.
For Environmental and Water Resources Engineering candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Engineering or Master’s degree in Applied Mathematics / Applied Geology / Geophysics with two years experience in Civil Engineering area are eligible to apply.
For Transportation Engineering candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or First Class B. E. / B.Tech (Mechanical) working in transportation field are eligible to apply.
M.Tech. Programme
The M.Tech. programme is a four semester post graduate programme which consists of two semesters of course work and two semesters of project work. The M.Tech. programme is offered in the following streams:
- Building Technology and Construction Management
- Geotechnical Engineering
- Environmental and Water Resources Engineering
- Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering
- Structural Engineering
- Transportation Engineering
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Eligibility:
Candidates with Final year B.E / B.Tech degree in Civil / Electrical Engineering are eligible to apply. Candidates must have 65 % & above marks in B.E / B.Tech till 06th Semester.
The admission for this programme is based on the percentile score in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) and personal interviews conducted at IIT Madras.
PG Diploma
Chennai Metro Rail Limited (CMRL) sponsored PG Diploma Course in “Metro Rail Technology and Management
Admission
Eligibility
First-class graduates with minimum aggregate average of 70% marks (relaxed by 5% for SC/ST candidates) in Civil Engineering from a recognized University/Institute are eligible to apply. The candidates should have a valid GATE score at the time of applying. Final year students who will secure the eligible degree before the commencement of the course can also apply.
The candidates short listed based on the GATE score and qualifying examination will be called for a test/interview which will be conducted at IIT Madras in coordination with CMRL. Final selection will be subject to medical fitness.
Ph.D. Programme
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
The admission to the Ph.D. research programme is through interviews and tests conducted in the department.
Department Of Computer Science And Engineering
B.Tech. program
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
M.Tech. program
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Dual Degree program
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
MS
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in related field OR Master’s degree in related subjects are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Admission is done through test/interview.
Department Of Electrical Engineering
B.Tech
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
Dual Degree
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
M.Tech
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Department Of Engineering Design
Dual – Degree Program in Automotive Engineering
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
Dual – Degree Program in Biomedical Design
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
Inter-Disciplinary Dual – Degree Program in Robotics
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
Master of Science (M.S) by Research
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in related field OR Master’s degree in related subjects are eligible to apply.
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.)
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Admission is done through test/interview.
Department Of Humanities And Social Sciences
Integrated M.A. in Development Studies
Integrated M.A. in English Studies
Duration-5 Years
Admission
A Candidate should have appeared any one of the following qualifying examinations under 10+2 system, conducted by a Central or State Board recognised by the Association of Indian Universities (www.aiuweb.org). Intermediate or two-year Pre-University examination conducted by a Board or University recognised by the Association of Indian Universities.
Ph.D. Programme
Duration-2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Application for admission to the Research Programme for PhD is open throughout the academic year from July (current year) to June (next year). Interviews will be held in November for January admission and in May for July admission.
Department Of Management Studies
MBA
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates (or professional qualification equivalent to that of a University degree recognized by the UGC) in any discipline with first class or 60% marks (55% for SC/ST/PD) earned in their degree from a recognized/reputed University are eligible to apply.Final year students (of the above mentioned programme) are also eligible to apply. Such candidates, if selected, will be admitted provisionally, on the condition that they meet all requirements for the qualifying degree before the start of the program and will produce provisional certificate of completion within two months of joining the program. Valid score in the Common Admissions Test (CAT) conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management is mandatory. IIT Graduates who have obtained a CGPA of 8 and above on 10 are exempted from CAT score.
Company Sponsored Candidates should be sponsored by their employers and forward their application through proper channel. Minimum work experience of two years in the sponsoring organization is required. A Valid score in the Common Admissions Test (CAT) conducted by the Indian Institutes of Management is required. Graduates (or professional qualification equivalent to that of a University degree recognized by the UGC) in any discipline with first class or 60% marks (earned in their degree from a recognized/reputed University are eligible.
Defence personnels are exempted from the national level entrance test and Should apply through respective government agencies. Graduates (or professional qualification equivalent to that of a University degree recognized by the UGC) in any discipline with 55% marks (earned in their degree from a recognized/reputed University are eligible. Non-Resident Indian and Foreign Nationals must apply with Valid GMAT Score. Candidates should submit copies of their citizenship-related documents obtained from the Indian Embassy of their residing country while applying for the programme.Shortlisting will be calculated on composite score with due weights to CAT score, Past academic performance,Work experience, Academic Diversity and Gender basis. Relaxation for all categories according to GOI norms will be followed.Candidates from all categories shortlisted based on the composite score shall be called for a Virtual Interview.The final selection will be based on the following with due weights to each of the components:
- Virtual Interview
- Composite score
- Other Achievements
Department Of Mathematics
M.Tech program in Industrial Mathematics and Scientific Computing
Program Overview
M.Tech program in Industrial Mathematics and Scientific Computing is a unique program that provides the student rigorous training in computational science, mathematics and statistics with a strong focus on modelling, simulating and solving problems of relevance to the industry. The blue-ribbon program has been successful in attracting top quality students and companies for more than 20 years. The curriculum aims at inculcating strong foundations in linear algebra, statistics, optimisation, data analysis, visualisation, numerical methods and programming. Students learn to work together in teams and are trained to effectively communicate their mathematical and technical training.
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
M.Sc programme
Program Overview
The 4-semester M.Sc programme is carefully designed to impart essential knowledge in Mathematics with opportunities for specialization in all major areas of pure and applied mathematics. In the first two semesters the focus is on core courses. Students have to do three core courses in the third semester along with two elective courses. In the last semester the students have the option to choose courses from a list of special topics. Students having CGPA at least 7.5 at the end of third semester have the option of doing a thesis dissertation in lieu of an elective course. They also have to present a seminar on a topic of their choice at the end of the third semester and appear for a viva voce at the end of fourth semester.
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduate Candidates are eligible to apply.
Ph.D.
Program Overview
Department conducts various research activities both fundamental and applied. The department offers guidance in the fields of research in almost all broad areas of Mathematics leading to Doctor of Philosophy degree of the IIT Madras. During the programme the research scholars interact with the faculty and students of the parent as well as sister departments and take courses necessary for their research. The weekly seminars of the department help them to come in contact with eminent visiting mathematicians and scientists from India and abroad.
Duration-2-5 years.
Admission
Applicants should have a Master’s degree in Mathematics with a good academic record and having a valid GATE score or UGC-JRF/NET/CSIR-JRF/NBHM/INSPIRE or equivalent qualification for the current year. In addition final Year M.Sc. Mathematics students from IITs (entry through JAM) with CGPA 8.0 and above are exempted from qualifying in National level examinations. Students who get more than 8.0 CGPA in M.Sc. in Mathematics department of IIT Madras can be admitted directly to the Ph.D programme in with interview at departmental level.
Department Of Mechanical Engineering
B.Tech.
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
B.Tech. (Dual Degree)
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
M.Tech.
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Ph.D.
Duration-2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
The admission process involves the following steps:
- Shortlisting (Based on UG/PG and GATE scores)
- Online interviews of shortlisted candidates
Recommendation for admission will be based on Interview Performance and UG/PG/GATE Marks as may be applicable. Candidates with more than 10 years after their qualifying degree will have to take an online test (in lieu of a written test). Final admissions is incumbent upon producing satisfactory certificates and other documents as the case may be, to the administration.
Department Of Metallurgical And Materials Engineering
B.Tech
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
Dual Degree
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
MS
Minimum duration: 1 ½ years (usually 2-3 years).
Admission
Candidates with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering in related field OR Master’s degree in related subjects are eligible to apply.
M.Tech
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
PhD
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Admission is done through test/interview
Department Of Ocean Engineering
B.Tech (Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering Syllabus)
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission is through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
B.Tech & M.Tech( Naval Architecture & Ocean Engineering)
Duration- 5 Years
Admission
Admission is done through JEE conducted by NTA.
M.Tech Ocean Engineering
M.Tech Ocean Technology
M.Tech Offshore Structural Engineering
M.Tech Offshore Technology Program
M.Tech Petroleum Engineering
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Graduates in related disciplines are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
Department Of Physics
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in ‘Engineering Physics’– in conjunction with the Department of Electrical Engineering
Duration- 4 Years
Admission
Admission is through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
Dual Degree program
The Program consists of a Bachelor of Science and separate Master of Science (M.Sc.) program in Physics
Duration-5 Years
Admission
Admission is through Joint Entrance Examination(JEE) conducted by NTA.
Master of Technology (M.Tech.) in Functional Materials and Nanotechnology
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Candidates having Bachelors degree in engineering or masters in physics are eligible to apply.
Admission is through GATE for regular candidates, test/interview for sponsored/QIP candidates.
M.Sc.
Duration-2 Years
Admission
Candidates with Bachelors degree in science or engineering are eligible to apply. Candidates must appear in JAM Examination.
Doctoral Research (Ph.D.) program
Minimum duration: 2 years (usually 3-5 years).
Admission
Candidates with masters level background in physics can apply. Exceptional students with a B.Tech/BE degree are also eligible for this program. The students are selected through a written test and interview conducted by the department. Those who have qualified at least one of GATE/JEST/NET are eligible to apply.
Facilities at IIT Madras
- Library
The Central Library, a five-storey, air-conditioned building, divided into different sections – text book/reference, general stacks, reading halls, journals and current periodicals, media research centre. It is well equipped with modern facilities and resources in the form of online databases, e-journals, and provide electronic access to various full text & bibliographical databases & e-journals. The library has incorporated books in the areas of science, technology, engineering, humanities, social sciences, management, generalia, comprises mainly of books, theses, pamphlets , reports, current journals, back volumes, specifications, standards, patents, audio-video cassette, microfiche, microfilms CD-ROM databases.It has seating capacity of 200 people at a time. Also facilitates photocopying service.
- Hostel
All hostels are named after the prominent rivers of India.Rooms are furnished with internet and laundry facility in the campus.Each hostel has separate room for television called common room. Telephone and washing machine is provided in every hostel. Hostel library is provided in every hostel. The students are not allowed to drive powered vehicles in the campus. They can use bicycles only or walk. Separate dining facility is provided in hostel It has two large dining facilities namely Himalaya and .
Boys HostelShared Rooms|In-Campus Hostel, Girls HostelShared Rooms|In-Campus Hostel - Sports ComplexAvailable Facilities:Badminton Court|Basketball Court|Cricket Ground|Football Ground|Squash Court|Swimming Pool|Tennis Court|Volley Ball Court|Athletic Stadium
- LabsAvailable Facilities:Chemistry Lab|Computer Lab|Electrical Lab|Mechanical Lab|Physics Lab|Basic Aerospace Engineering lab|Propulsion Lab|Thermodynamics Lab|Construction Material Lab|Structural Engineering Lab|Programming and Data Structures Lab|Digital Systems & Lab|Electrical Machines & Lab|Applied Programming Lab|Fluid Mechanics Lab|Marine Instrumentation Lab
- Cafeteria
- Gym
- Hospital / Medical Facilities
- Wi-Fi Campus
- Shuttle Service
- Auditorium
- Convenience Store