IIIT Hyderabad Admission 2026 is handled only through the institute admission portal at ugadmissions.iiit.ac.in. Students do not apply through JoSAA or any central counselling process. The institute offers 4-year B.Tech courses in CSE and ECE, along with 5-year B.Tech + MS dual degree programmes. Admission is available through eight routes, and each route has its own test, eligibility rules, and process.

The 4-year B.Tech CSE and B.Tech ECE seats are filled through JEE Main, SPEC, DASA, and Olympiad routes. For dual degree courses, IIIT Hyderabad also uses UGEE, Boards, LEEE, and Olympiad channels. The institute conducts UGEE, SPEC, and LEEE on its own, and interviews are also managed by IIIT Hyderabad. Wherever an interview is part of the route, the final admission decision depends only on interview performance.

Admission Update:
  • B.Tech (JEE Channel): Applications were taken through the institute portal, and seat allotment is handled on the same portal.
  • Dual Degree (UGEE): The route includes the institute entrance test, interview, and round-wise seat allocation for shortlisted students.
  • DASA (Students Abroad): The route is meant for eligible students abroad, with seat confirmation after allotment through the admission process.
  • IIIT Hyderabad fills every seat by merit, with no management quota and no reservation of any kind.
  • The application fee is INR 2,500 for male applicants under the JEE channel and INR 3,100 under UGEE. Female applicants pay INR 1,500 for JEE and INR 1,550 for UGEE.
  • IIIT Hyderabad does not use JoSAA counselling. Students must use the institute admission portal for all admission routes.
  • To confirm a seat, students must pay a non-refundable seat acceptance fee of INR 10,000 and the first semester fee of INR 2,50,000.

IIIT Hyderabad Admission Portal 2026: ugadmissions.iiit.ac.in

Direct Admission at IIIT Hyderabad: IIIT Hyderabad has no management quota and no NRI quota. Seats are offered only through entrance exams, merit lists, and interviews run by the institute.

IIIT Hyderabad UG Admission 2026

IIIT Hyderabad offers 4-year B.Tech admission through JEE Main, SPEC, Olympiad, and DASA channels. The regular B.Tech options are CSE and ECE. Class 12 marks are not used for ranking under the JEE channel, as the institute ranks applicants only by their JEE Main 2026 total percentile.

IIIT Hyderabad B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026

Programme Eligibility Accepted Exam
B.Tech CSE 60% aggregate in Maths, Physics & Chemistry in Class 12 by July 2026 JEE Main 2026 (Total Percentile)
B.Tech ECE 60% aggregate in Maths, Physics & Chemistry in Class 12 by July 2026 JEE Main 2026 (Total Percentile)

IIIT Hyderabad B.Tech Selection Criteria 2026 (JEE Channel)

For JEE channel admission, IIIT Hyderabad prepares the rank list using only the JEE Main 2026 total percentile. If two students have the same score, the tie is settled first by Maths percentile, then Physics percentile, and then Chemistry percentile. This channel does not include an interview.

The JEE channel has 100 seats for B.Tech CSE and 70 seats for B.Tech ECE. The seat split is given below.

Programme Common Pool Seats Diversity Pool Seats (Girls)
B.Tech CSE 75 25
B.Tech ECE 52 18

The Diversity Pool is filled before the Common Pool. Only female applicants placed in the top 1 percentile of JEE Main can be considered for the Diversity Pool. Female applicants can also compete for Common Pool seats.

Note: IIIT Hyderabad is not part of JoSAA. Students must apply directly at ugadmissions.iiit.ac.in. The JoSAA portal lists several IIITs, but IIIT Hyderabad is not included there.

How to Apply for B.Tech at IIIT Hyderabad (JEE Channel)?

  • Go to ugadmissions.iiit.ac.in and choose the JEE channel.
  • Complete registration and fill out the online form.
  • Enter the JEE Main 2026 total percentile, application number, and scorecard details.
  • Add the programme preference order for CSE, ECE, or both.
  • Pay the application fee of INR 2,500 for male applicants or INR 1,500 for female applicants.
  • Check the allotment result and confirm the seat by paying the INR 10,000 seat acceptance fee and first semester tuition fee.

Key Insight: Students should list only the programmes they truly want. If a student wants only CSE, listing ECE can lead to an unwanted allotment and may also keep another student from getting that seat.

IIIT Hyderabad SPEC Channel Admission 2026

SPEC, or Special Channel of Admission, is a B.Tech admission route for students from selected educational backgrounds. Through SPEC, IIIT Hyderabad offers 20 seats each in B.Tech CSE and B.Tech ECE.

IIIT Hyderabad SPEC Eligibility Criteria 2026

To apply through SPEC, a student must satisfy one of the following conditions.

  • The student is enrolled in the 4th semester of an integrated six-year 12th + B.Tech programme after Class 10, or
  • The student studied at a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya (JNV) from Class 6 to Class 12.

Droppers are not eligible for SPEC. A student applying through UGEE cannot also apply through SPEC.

IIIT Hyderabad SPEC Selection Process 2026

SPEC selection has two stages. The first stage is a 60-minute subject proficiency exam with 25% negative marking. The second stage is an online interview. Final admission depends only on interview performance. The application fee is INR 600, and it is non-refundable.

IIIT Hyderabad Olympiad Channel Admission 2026

Through the Olympiad channel, eligible students receive direct interview calls without a written test. This route applies to both 4-year B.Tech and 5-year dual degree programmes.

IIIT Hyderabad Olympiad Eligibility Criteria 2026

Applicants must have passed Class 12 with Maths, Physics, and Chemistry by July 2026. They must also fit into one of the categories below.

  • Category 1: Students selected for training to represent India at International Olympiads in Informatics, Linguistics, Mathematics, or Science within the last 4 years. These students are eligible only for dual degree programmes.
  • Category 2: Students selected for the Indian team at an International Olympiad within the last 4 years. These students are eligible for both 4-year B.Tech and 5-year dual degree programmes.
  • Category 3: Students who received a gold or silver medal at INOI, Indian National Olympiad in Informatics, within the last 4 years. These students are eligible only for the CSD dual degree.

The accepted Olympiads include IOI, INOI (IARCS), HBCSE Science Olympiads, HBCSE Mathematics Olympiad (IMO), IOL, and PLO. The application fee is INR 2,500.

IIIT Hyderabad DASA Admission 2026 (Students Abroad)

DASA admission is for students who completed Class 11 and Class 12 outside India, or for students who hold a foreign passport. Selection under this route is based fully on SAT scores.

IIIT Hyderabad DASA Eligibility and Selection Criteria 2026

  • The minimum SAT score required is 1070 out of 1600. Super-scoring, which means using the best section scores across attempts, is accepted.
  • SAT scores must be sent directly from College Board to IIITH using Institute Code 6997.
  • The SAT test date must not be earlier than May 2024.
  • DASA students pay a tuition fee of USD 15,000 per year, payable in INR at 96.50 per USD.
  • The application fee is INR 8,000, and it is non-refundable.

The available seats are 25 for CSE, 15 for ECE, and 8 combined seats across the dual degree programmes CGD, CLD, CND, and CHD.

IIIT Hyderabad Dual Degree Admission 2026

IIIT Hyderabad uses the UGEE channel for admission to its 5-year B.Tech + MS by Research dual degree programmes. These programmes are meant for students who want an engineering degree with a strong research component. The MS part includes a research thesis. For 2026, UGEE had 120 total seats across six dual degree specialisations.

IIIT Hyderabad UGEE Eligibility Criteria 2026

Dual Degree Programme Seats Eligibility
CSD: B.Tech CSE + MS CSE by Research 35 Passed 12th with Maths, Physics & Chemistry between 2023 and June 2026. Candidates who passed in 2022 or earlier are not eligible.
ECD: B.Tech ECE + MS ECE by Research 25
CLD: B.Tech CS + MS Computational Linguistics 15
CND: B.Tech CS + MS Computational Natural Sciences 15
CHD: B.Tech CS + MS Computing & Human Sciences 15
CGD: B.Tech CS + MS Geospatial Technology 15

IIIT Hyderabad UGEE Selection Process 2026

UGEE admission has two parts: a 3-hour computer-based test and a compulsory on-campus interview.

Stage Component Details
Stage 1: Written Exam SUPR (Subject Proficiency) 60 minutes. Shortlisting is based on SUPR score. 25% negative marking applies.
Stage 1: Written Exam REAP (Research Aptitude) 120 minutes. Candidates shortlisted through SUPR are ranked by REAP score for interview calls. 25% negative marking applies.
Stage 2: Interview On-campus interview The final admission offer depends only on interview performance.

SUPR and REAP are based on Class 11 and Class 12 Physics, Maths, and Chemistry. REAP also checks critical and creative thinking. Both sections carry 25% negative marking.

How to Apply for UGEE at IIIT Hyderabad 2026?

  • Register at ugadmissions.iiit.ac.in and choose the UGEE channel.
  • Fill out the application form and pay INR 3,100 for male applicants or INR 1,550 for female applicants.
  • Appear for UGEE at the allotted test centre.
  • If shortlisted, attend the on-campus interview at IIIT Hyderabad, Gachibowli.
  • Confirm the seat offer by paying the seat acceptance fee and first semester tuition.

Note: A student who applies through UGEE cannot apply through SPEC at the same time. These two routes are mutually exclusive.

IIIT Hyderabad LEEE Lateral Entry Admission 2026

LEEE, or Lateral Entry Entrance Exam, is for students already studying in engineering programmes at other institutes. Through this route, students can move into IIIT Hyderabad's dual degree CSD or ECD programmes and complete the remaining 4 years. It suits students who want to shift to a research-based path after 2 years of a regular B.Tech elsewhere.

IIIT Hyderabad LEEE Eligibility Criteria 2026

Dual Degree (Lateral) Seats Eligibility
CSD: B.Tech CSE + MS CSE by Research 15 Completed 4 semesters of B.E./B.Tech in CSE / IT / AI & ML / Data Science / Software Engineering / Maths & Computing / Computer Engineering by July 2026
ECD: B.Tech ECE + MS ECE by Research 15 Completed 4 semesters of B.E./B.Tech in ECE / ETE / EIE / EEE / IoT / Instrumentation / Electronics Engineering by July 2026

An aggregate of 80% marks or 8.0 CGPA is strongly encouraged. The application fee is INR 3,100.

IIIT Hyderabad LEEE Selection Process 2026

LEEE has two written papers. The Aptitude Test is for 60 minutes, and the Subject Test is for 120 minutes. CSD applicants write the CSE subject paper, while ECD applicants write the ECE subject paper. Both papers have 25% negative marking. Shortlisted students are called for an online interview, and final admission depends only on interview performance.

Note: LEEE has only 30 seats, with 15 for CSD and 15 for ECD. It is meant for students already in engineering programmes. Students in the 2nd year of B.Tech with a strong academic record can consider this route.

IIIT Hyderabad Cutoff 2026

Based on previous years, the General category final-round closing rank for B.Tech CSE at IIIT Hyderabad is 800 to 1,200. For B.Tech ECE, the closing rank is 2,000 to 3,000. These cutoffs make IIIT Hyderabad one of the most competitive IIITs in India.

IIIT Hyderabad vs Top IIITs Admission Comparison

Particulars IIIT Hyderabad IIIT Delhi IIIT Bangalore
Admission Mode (B.Tech) Own portal through JEE Main score. No JoSAA. JoSAA counselling Own IIITB UGEE + JEE Main
B.Tech CSE Closing Rank (General) 800 to 1,200 3,000 to 5,000 (JoSAA) 1,500 to 3,000
Dual Degree Route Yes, through UGEE for 5-year B.Tech + MS by Research No dedicated dual degree No dual degree
Interview in Admission Process Yes, for UGEE, SPEC, LEEE, and Olympiad channels No interview. JoSAA rank only. Yes, through UGEE channel
No. of Admission Channels 8: JEE, UGEE, SPEC, LEEE, Olympiad, Boards, DASA 1: JoSAA only 2: UGEE + JEE Main
Reservation Policy No reservation of any kind Standard OBC/SC/ST/EWS/PwD No reservation

Among these institutes, IIIT Hyderabad has a highly competitive admission process and a strong research focus. Its JEE channel closing rank is higher than IIIT Delhi and IIIT Bangalore. Students looking for a research-based dual degree can consider the UGEE route at IIIT Hyderabad, while students wanting only a regular B.Tech route without an institute-level test may find IIIT Delhi more accessible through JoSAA.

Financial Assistance at IIIT Hyderabad

For the 2026-27 academic year, the tuition fee is INR 5,00,000 per annum for all single degree and dual degree programmes. Hostel charges are INR 6,000 per month, and mess charges are INR 5,000 per month.

IIIT Hyderabad provides two financial support options.

  • SBI Scholar Loan: The SBI branch on campus guarantees a scholar loan of up to INR 40 lakhs for any admitted student. No collateral is needed, even when the family already has other loans.
  • Alumni Pay-It-Forward Fund: This support starts from the 2nd semester for students with family income below INR 8 lakhs per annum. After graduating and earning, the student agrees to fund another student's tuition fees. Students above this income limit may also apply, and a committee checks merit.

Note: IIIT Hyderabad does not offer government scholarships such as NSP or SC/ST financial assistance because it has no reservation system and does not follow the standard OBC/SC/ST/EWS framework.

IIIT Hyderabad Admission FAQs

Ques. Is IIIT Hyderabad admission done through JoSAA?

Ans. No. IIIT Hyderabad is outside JoSAA counselling. Students must apply on ugadmissions.iiit.ac.in. The institute uses separate routes such as JEE Main, UGEE, SPEC, LEEE, Olympiad, Boards, and DASA, and each route has its own rules and process.

Ques. What JEE Main rank is usually needed for B.Tech CSE at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. In previous years, B.Tech CSE for the General category closed at 800 to 1,200 in the final round. This usually means a JEE Main total percentile of 99.9 or above. The cutoff is among the toughest for IIIT admissions.

Ques. How are the JEE and UGEE routes different at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. The JEE channel is for 4-year B.Tech CSE and ECE, and selection is based only on JEE Main percentile. There is no interview. UGEE is for 5-year B.Tech + MS by Research programmes. It includes a 3-hour test and a compulsory on-campus interview, and the final decision depends only on the interview.

Ques. Does IIIT Hyderabad have caste-based or EWS reservation?

Ans. No. IIIT Hyderabad has no reservation of any kind. There is no OBC, SC, ST, EWS, or PwD quota. Seats are filled by merit. The JEE channel has a Diversity Pool that gives 25% of seats to female applicants who are in the top 1 percentile of JEE Main.

Ques. Are students who cleared Class 12 in 2022 eligible for UGEE?

Ans. No. UGEE is open only to students who passed Class 12 between 2023 and June 2026. Students who passed in 2022 or earlier cannot apply through UGEE. They can still use the JEE channel, as that route does not have this year restriction.

Ques. Can anyone get direct admission or a management quota seat at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. No. IIIT Hyderabad does not offer management quota, NRI quota, or direct admission. Every seat is allotted through competitive merit. Any claim of paid direct admission to IIIT Hyderabad should be treated as fraudulent.

Ques. What happens in the UGEE interview?

Ans. The UGEE interview is conducted on campus by a faculty panel. The panel may ask follow-up questions from the student's own answers and can go deep into topics the student says they know. Students should revise Class 11 and Class 12 Maths, Physics, and Logic well, and should answer honestly. Final admission is based only on the interview.

Ques. What is the 4-year B.Tech tuition cost at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. The tuition fee for 2026-27 is INR 5,00,000 per annum. So, the 4-year tuition comes to INR 20 lakhs. Hostel charges are INR 6,000 per month, and mess charges are INR 5,000 per month. Admitted students can also get an SBI Scholar Loan of up to INR 40 lakhs without collateral.

Ques. Is there a route for foreign passport holders at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. Yes. Students with a foreign passport can apply through DASA. They need a minimum SAT score of 1070 out of 1600. SAT scores must be sent to IIITH directly from College Board. DASA tuition is USD 15,000 per annum, payable in INR.

Ques. Who can apply through the SPEC route at IIIT Hyderabad?

Ans. SPEC is for two groups: students in the 4th semester of a six-year integrated 12th + B.Tech programme, and students who studied at a Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalaya from Class 6 to Class 12. Droppers cannot apply. SPEC has 20 seats each in B.Tech CSE and B.Tech ECE, and selection includes a 60-minute test followed by an online interview.