IIIT Kalyani admits students to B.Tech and M.Tech through entrance examinations. B.Tech has four specializations, with Computer Science & Engineering regarded as the best specialization. The four-year B.Tech course fee is INR 8.8 lakhs, including a first-year tuition fee of INR 2.5 lakhs. The two-year, full-time M.Tech programme has a total fee of INR 1,18,060 lakh.
B.Tech applicants need at least 75% in the science stream at the 10+2 level. Selection uses the JEE Main score and JoSAA counselling, while seats are also available through CSAB counselling. M.Tech is offered in three specializations and requires a valid GATE score. For the General category, the overall M.Tech GATE cutoff in 2025 was 358 marks.
IIIT Kalyani Important Dates 2026 and 2027
Admission to B.Tech uses JEE Main followed by JoSAA or CSAB counselling. M.Tech applicants need a GATE score and must take part in the applicable counselling process. The ongoing and upcoming JEE Main and GATE events are listed below.
| Event | Date |
| GATE 2027 application rectification for scrutiny defects | October 14 to October 31, 2026 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 online application | October 24 to November 22, 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application fee payment deadline | November 22, 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 application submission with a late fee of INR 500 | November 23 to November 26, 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 correction window | November 27 to November 29, 2026, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 city intimation slip | December 30, 2026 |
| GATE 2027 city allotment notification | January 4, 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 online application | January 5 to February 3, 2027, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 admit card download | January 13, 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 examination | January 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 28, 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 application fee payment deadline | February 3, 2027, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 application submission with a late fee of INR 500 | February 4 to February 7, 2027, up to 11:50 PM |
| GATE 2027 examination | February 6, 7, 13, 14, 20 and 21, 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 correction window | February 8 to February 10, 2027, up to 11:50 PM |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 city intimation slip | March 12, 2027 |
| GATE 2027 result announcement | March 19, 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 admit card download | March 25, 2027 |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 2 examination | April 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 and 7, 2027 |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
IIIT Kalyani B.Tech Admissions 2026
Four B.Tech specializations are available at IIIT Kalyani: Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering - Cyber Security, and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Applicants are shortlisted through JEE Main and then take part in JoSAA counselling. IIIT Kalyani also fills seats through CSAB counselling.
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria | Required Documents |
| B.Tech | Pass the 10+2 intermediate examination from a recognised board or university with at least 75% marks in PCM and qualify for JEE Main. | JEE Main followed by JoSAA counselling. CSAB counselling is also accepted. | - Aadhaar Card
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet
- Entrance examination proof, including the admit card
- Seat allotment letter
|
B.Tech Admission Process at IIIT Kalyani
| Application Stage | What the Applicant Must Do |
| Entrance Test Registration | Eligible students must register for JEE Main and appear for the examination. |
| Counselling Choices | Register for JoSAA counselling and enter the preferred colleges and courses. |
| Seat Allocation | JoSAA assigns seats according to the choices locked by the student. |
| Admission Confirmation | Report to IIIT Kalyani and pay the required course fee to confirm the allotted seat. |
Documents Needed for B.Tech Admission
Students must upload or submit self-certified copies of these documents with the IIIT Kalyani online application form:
- Class 10 and Class 12 score sheets
- Aadhaar Card
- JEE Main admit card
- Category certificate, when applicable
- Migration certificate
The following counselling and admission records are also required:
- JoSAA provisional allotment letter
- Receipt for the seat acceptance fee paid to JoSAA
- Receipt for the partial admission fee paid to JoSAA
- Participation and acceptance fee for the tour and special payment receipts
- SC, ST, OBC-NCL, GEN-EWS or PwD category certificate, as applicable
- Medical certificate copy prepared in the JoSAA format
IIIT Kalyani M.Tech Admissions 2026
IIIT Kalyani runs a full-time M.Tech programme for 2 years. Its three specializations are Computer Science Engineering, Artificial Science and Data Science, and Embedded System and VLSI Design. Admission normally depends on a valid GATE score and counselling. The stated total programme fee is INR 1,18,060 lakh.
| Programme | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Criteria | Required Documents |
| M.Tech | Complete graduation and qualify for GATE. | GATE score followed by counselling. | - Aadhaar Card
- Class 10 marksheet
- Class 12 marksheet
- Entrance examination proof, including the admit card
- Seat allotment letter
|
M.Tech Selection Process
Students need graduation with at least 60% to meet the stated M.Tech eligibility requirement. After the other counselling rounds finish, IIIT Kalyani may hold an entrance examination to fill the remaining M.Tech seats. Applicants with a valid GATE scorecard do not need to sit for the institute-level test.
IIIT Kalyani PhD Admission 2026
PhD study is available in three areas: Humanities and Social Science, Engineering and Technology, and Science and Technology. Applicants need a postgraduate degree with at least 50%. Selection considers valid GATE and NET scores. The first-year fee is INR 59,320.
| Course | Eligibility Criteria | Selection Process |
| PhD | Postgraduation with a minimum of 50% | Selection based on GATE and NET scores |
How to Apply for IIIT Kalyani
Applications are completed online through the official website of the relevant entrance examination. B.Tech applicants must qualify for JEE Main, while M.Tech applicants use GATE. For PhD admission, IIIT Kalyani accepts valid GATE or NET scores. Students must then complete the counselling or selection steps required for their programme.
IIIT Kalyani Cutoff 2025
IIIT Kalyani JEE Main Cutoff 2025
The General-category JEE Main cutoff for 2025 included a Round 1 closing rank of 31,407 for B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. B.Tech Computer Science Engineering closed at 37,079 in Round 1.
| Course | Round 1 Closing Rank 2025 | Last Round Closing Rank 2025 |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | 31407 | 34909 |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 37079 | 41418 |
| B.Tech Cyber Security | 37267 | 41482 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 39257 | 43984 |
IIIT Kalyani CSAB Counselling Cutoff 2025
For the General category, the stated overall CSAB counselling cutoff range in 2025 was 45548 to 62684.
| Course | Round 1 Closing Rank | Last Round Closing Rank |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering - Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | 45548 | - |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 56453 | 58197 |
| B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering - Cyber Security | 57355 | 58772 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 62684 | 66626 |
IIIT Kalyani GATE Cutoff 2025
The General-category overall GATE cutoff for IIIT Kalyani M.Tech admission in 2025 was 358 marks.
| Course | Round 1 Cutoff Marks 2025 | Last Round Cutoff Marks 2025 |
| M.Tech Embedded Systems and VLSI Design | 358 | 354 |
IIIT Kalyani FAQs
Ques. What fee amount should a student plan for throughout the B.Tech programme?
Ans. The four-year B.Tech course has a total fee of INR 8.8 lakhs. Its first-year tuition fee is INR 2.5 lakhs. IIIT Kalyani also provides M.Tech and PhD programmes.
Ques. Which selection route is followed for M.Tech admission?
Ans. M.Tech admission is entrance-based. IIIT Kalyani accepts valid GATE scores and may conduct its own test for seats left after the other counselling rounds. A student with a valid GATE scorecard is exempt from the institute test. Graduation with at least 60% is required, and the programme has 3 specializations.
Ques. Is it possible to enter IIIT Kalyani without taking a national-level examination?
Ans. No. Applicants must obtain a valid score in the relevant national-level examination and complete the required counselling process. For B.Tech, students take JEE Main and then participate in JoSAA counselling.
Ques. What study areas can students choose within the B.Tech degree?
Ans. The B.Tech options are Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Computer Science Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering - Cyber Security, and Electronics & Communication Engineering.
Ques. What requirements must be completed before a B.Tech seat is allotted?
Ans. Applicants must pass 10+2 in the science stream with at least 75%. They must also qualify for JEE Main and participate in JoSAA counselling. IIIT Kalyani additionally admits B.Tech students through CSAB counselling.