IIIT Guwahati admits students to BTech and MTech through national entrance examinations. BTech is its main programme and has a first-year fee of INR 2.8 lakh. The two listed BTech specializations are:
- Computer Science Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
BTech applicants need a JEE Main score and must participate in JoSAA or CSAB counselling. They must pass Class 12 with at least 50% marks, including Physics and Mathematics. The General category JEE Main overall cutoff for 2025 ranges from 19105 to 26015. MTech applicants need a valid GATE score and at least 60% in their undergraduate degree or a CGPA of 6.0. The first-year MTech fee is INR 1.55 lakhs.
IIIT Guwahati BTech Admission 2026
IIIT Guwahati runs its full-time BTech programme for 4 years. Computer Science and Engineering and Electronics and Communication Engineering are the two specializations recorded in the course details. Electrical and Electronics Engineering is also mentioned among the institute's BTech study areas. The programme costs INR 11 lakhs in total, while the first-year fee is INR 2.8 lakh.
| Particulars | Details |
| Course Name | Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) |
| Duration | 4 Years |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Number of Specializations | 2 |
| Specializations | Computer Science Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering |
| Course Fees | INR 2.8 lakh (1st Year) |
| Entrance Exam | JEE Main |
| Counselling | JoSAA Counselling or CSAB Counselling |
| Eligibility Criteria | Passed 10+2 in any stream from a recognized board with 50% |
| Selection Criteria | JEE Main followed by JoSAA Counselling or CSAB Counselling |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
IIIT Guwahati BTech Eligibility Criteria 2025
- Applicants must complete Class 12 with at least 50% marks.
- Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics must be among the subjects studied in Class 12.
IIIT Guwahati BTech Selection Criteria 2025
- JEE Main marks are considered at the first stage of selection.
- Students with a valid JEE Main score are shortlisted for JoSAA and CSAB counselling.
- A merit list is prepared from JEE Main performance. Seat allotment depends on the student's rank and the seats available at the institute.
JoSAA Counselling Process
Applicants with a positive JEE Main score must take part in JoSAA counselling. Registration involves the following steps:
- Open the registration page on the official JoSAA website.
- Sign in with the JEE Main application number.
- Check that all information in the candidate profile is correct.
- Select “Submit changes”.
- Choose preferred institutes and specializations from the available options.
- Confirm the selections by clicking “I agree to lock my choices”.
- Print the completed page and retain it for future use.
IIIT Guwahati JEE Main Cutoff 2025
The JEE Main cutoff for 2025 has been announced. In Round 1, the closing rank for BTech Computer Science Engineering was 19105. The General category closing ranks are listed below.
| Courses | Round 1 (Closing rank) |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 19105 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 26015 |
IIIT Guwahati MTech Admission 2026
The full-time MTech programme lasts 2 years and covers three fields: Computer Science and Engineering, VLSI Design, and Communication Engineering and Signal Processing. Its first-year fee is INR 1.55 lakhs. Admission requires a GATE score, followed by seat allotment through the CCMT counselling process.
| Particulars | Details |
| Course Name | Master’s of Technology (M.Tech) |
| Duration | 2 Years |
| Type | Full-Time |
| Number of Specializations | 3 |
| Specializations | Computer Science and Engineering VLSI Design Communication Engineering and Signal Processing |
| Course Fees | INR 1.55 Lakhs (1st Year) |
| Entrance Exam | GATE |
| Eligibility Criteria | Graduate with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 or 60% aggregate |
| Selection Criteria | GATE |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
IIIT Guwahati MTech Eligibility Criteria 2025
- A BTech or another bachelor’s degree is required for admission.
- Applicants must have obtained at least 60% marks.
IIIT Guwahati MTech Selection Criteria 2025
- The first shortlist is prepared using the applicant's GATE marks.
- Applicants who hold a valid GATE score must complete the CCMT counselling process.
IIIT Guwahati PhD Admission 2026
IIIT Guwahati conducts PhD admission twice each year, in January and July. The doctoral programme has four specializations, takes 3 to 6 years to complete, and carries an annual fee of INR 15,000.
| Particulars | Details |
| Course Name | Doctor of Philosophy |
| Duration | 3 to 6 years |
| Type | Doctoral Program |
| Number of Specializations | 4 |
| Specializations | Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) Humanities and Social Science Science and Mathematics (S&M) |
| Course Fees | INR 15,000 |
| Entrance Exam | UGC NET or CSIR NET score |
| Eligibility Criteria | 6.5 CGPA from any recognized university or college |
| Selection Criteria | UGC NET or CSIR NET score and Personal Interview |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
IIIT Guwahati PhD Eligibility Criteria 2025
- For engineering-related specializations, applicants need an ME or MTech degree with at least a 6.5 CGPA.
- For a relevant discipline, applicants must hold a master’s degree with a minimum 6.5 CGPA from a recognized university or college.
IIIT Guwahati PhD Selection Criteria 2025
- The institute selects applicants by considering their performance in its written test and personal interview.
- A valid UGC NET or CSIR NET score is also required.
IIIT Guwahati Admission 2026 FAQs
Ques. How do IIIT Guwahati, IIIT Lucknow, and IIIT Pune compare for BTech entry and campus facilities?
Ans. All three institutes use JEE Main scores and JoSAA counselling for admission. IIIT Guwahati has 165 Computer Science seats and 89 ECE seats, along with a permanent campus and an established admission system. IIIT Lucknow has an intake of 150 students across IT, CS and AI, and CS and Business Systems. It currently uses a transit campus while its permanent campus is being developed. IIIT Pune was established in 2016 and follows the same JEE-based route, but its branch and seat details are less clear. It also operates from a temporary campus. These factors make IIIT Guwahati the more stable and structured option for admissions and infrastructure.
Ques. What admission route and campus resources are available to IIIT Guwahati CSE students?
Ans. Entry to the B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering depends on JEE Main performance, followed by JoSAA or CSAB counselling. Students can participate in research, projects, and collaborative work. Campus resources include air-conditioned classrooms, projection facilities, and Wi-Fi throughout the institute. The permanent campus is located 4 km from Guwahati Airport.
Ques. What must a student pay in the first BTech semester, and what financial support can be used?
Ans. The semester tuition fee is INR 1,37,500, hostel charges are INR 13,750, and mess charges are INR 16,000. A refundable caution deposit of INR 5,000 is payable in the first semester, bringing the first-semester total to INR 1,72,250. Every student must also bring a personal laptop while joining. No fee concession is available for SC, ST, or any other category, so students should arrange the required funds before admission.
The institute supports students with bank loan arrangements and state government scholarship applications. Central Government scholarships may also be awarded to the top 10 SC and ST students.