IIIT Kottayam offers admission at the UG, PG, and doctoral levels through an entrance-based process. B.Tech is its flagship course and costs INR 3.08 lakhs per year, while the online M.Tech for working professionals has an annual fee of INR 1.92 lakhs. Applications are submitted online.
B.Tech admission depends on a valid JEE Main score and at least 60% marks in Class 12. Seat allotment takes place through JoSAA, CSAB, or DASA counselling. In 2025, the closing JEE Main rank for B.Tech Artificial Intelligence was 30279. Academic merit, a screening test, an interview, and GATE scores are considered for PG and doctoral admission, as applicable.
IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Admission 2026
The four-year B.Tech programme is available in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, CSE with Cyber Security, and CSE with Artificial Intelligence and Data Science. The annual fee is INR 3.08 lakhs.
Applicants must complete the following academic and admission requirements:
- Students must pass the 10+2 examination from a recognised board with Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry as compulsory subjects. A minimum score of 60% is required.
B.Tech Selection Process
- The National Testing Agency conducts JEE Main, and applicants are shortlisted according to their ranks in the examination.
- Students who meet the required cutoff receive seats through the online JoSAA, CSAB, or DASA counselling process.
After receiving a seat, a student must report physically to IIIT Kottayam, complete document verification, and pay the admission fee to confirm admission.
IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Seat Matrix
The All India Quota seat distribution is given below:
| Course | Category (All India Quota) | Seats |
| B.Tech CSE | Gender Neutral | 281 |
| Female only | 59 |
| B.Tech ECE | Gender Neutral | 59 |
| Female only | 13 |
| B.Tech AI & Data Science | Gender Neutral | 59 |
| Female only | 13 |
| B.Tech Cyber Security | Gender Neutral | 59 |
| Female only | 13 |
IIIT Kottayam M.Tech Admission 2026
IIIT Kottayam runs self-paced M.Tech programmes for working professionals in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, and Digital Forensics. Students can study online, and the programme duration ranges from 3 to 5 years. The annual fee is INR 1.92 lakhs, and the maximum intake is 60 students.
An integrated M.Tech option with BCA and MCA in AI and Data Science is also open to Class 12 students and diploma holders. Applicants need at least 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or the diploma, with Mathematics included as a subject.
M.Tech Eligibility Requirements
- An applicant must hold a B.Tech, B.E., or AMIE degree in any discipline, or an MCA, M.Sc, or MS degree in CS, IT, Mathematics, Physics, or Statistics. The qualifying examination must be completed with at least 60% aggregate marks.
- The applicant must have an employment record in Industry, R&D, or Academica when applying.
M.Tech Selection Process
- Previous academic performance is used for the initial shortlisting of applicants.
- Shortlisted students must then take a written test and attend a personal interview.
- Final admission is decided from the combined performance in the test and interview.
- Preference is also given to applicants who hold a valid GATE score.
IIIT Kottayam Ph.D Admission 2026
Doctoral study is offered in Computer & Science Engineering, Electronics & Computer Engineering, and Computational Mathematics. Both full-time and part-time modes are available. The annual fee is INR 60,300, and General Category applicants must pay a non-refundable application fee of INR 1,000.
Ph.D Eligibility Requirements
- Applicants need a master's degree in Computer Science and Engineering, IT, Computer Applications, ECE, or an equivalent relevant branch. They must have at least a 6.5 CGPA or 60% aggregate marks.
- Students with a B.E. or B.Tech degree from an IIIT or NIT are also eligible if they have at least 75% marks or an 8 CGPA.
- For Computational Mathematics, an applicant must hold an M.Sc or Integrated M.Sc in Mathematics, Mathematics and Computing, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, or an equivalent subject, with at least 60% aggregate marks.
Ph.D Selection Process
- Admission is mainly decided through a written examination followed by a personal interview.
- Applicants with valid GATE, CSIR, UGC-NET, or UGC-JRF scores receive preference.
- The institute prepares the final merit list using performance in the examination and interview.
IIIT Kottayam Application Process
Applications for M.Tech and Ph.D admission must be completed online through the official IIIT Kottayam website.
- Open the official website of IIIT Kottayam.
- Enter the requested personal and academic information in the application form.
- Choose the programme for which admission is sought.
- Submit the completed form and keep a printed copy.
IIIT Kottayam Cutoff 2025
The 2025 General Category cutoffs for JEE Main, CSAB, and DASA are listed below. Artificial Intelligence recorded the highest JEE Main cutoff, while Computer Science and Engineering had the second-highest cutoff.
JEE Main Cutoff 2025
For B.Tech Artificial Intelligence, the closing rank moved from 29054 in Round 1 to 30279 in Round 5.
| Courses | Round 1 Closing Rank | Round 5 Closing Rank |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence | 29054 | 30279 |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 33766 | 36407 |
| B.Tech Cyber Security | 34406 | 37612 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 35831 | 39326 |
CSAB Counselling Cutoff 2025
In CSAB counselling, the B.Tech Artificial Intelligence closing rank was 39587, the highest among the branches.
| Courses | Round 1 Closing Rank | Round 2 Closing Rank |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence | 39022 | 39587 |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 47859 | 49041 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 49907 | 51504 |
| B.Tech Cyber Security | 49913 | 52373 |
DASA Counselling Cutoff 2025
The following Round 1 closing ranks apply to General Category admission through DASA counselling:
| Courses | Round 1 Closing Rank |
| B.Tech Cyber Security | 765097 |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 775045 |
| B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Data Science | 878872 |
IIIT Kottayam Admission FAQs
Ques. What steps must a student complete to secure B.Tech admission at IIIT Kottayam?
Ans. The student must take JEE Main, which is conducted by the National Testing Agency. JoSAA, CSAB, or DASA uses the JEE Main rank to allocate seats after the student registers and enters a college preference. A selected student must then report to IIIT Kottayam, verify the required documents, and pay the admission fee.
Ques. How have the General Category CSE closing ranks changed in recent years?
Ans. The B.Tech CSE cutoff in 2025 ranged from 33766 in Round 1 to 36407 in Round 5. It was the second-highest branch cutoff and remained consistent over the previous three years. The closing rank was 35996 in 2024 and 36147 in 2023.
Ques. Who can apply for the integrated M.Tech pathway in AI and Data Science?
Ans. The integrated M.Tech pathway combines BCA and MCA study in AI and Data Science. Class 12 students and diploma holders may apply if they have Mathematics as a subject and at least 50% aggregate marks in 10+2 or the diploma.
Ques. Is JEE Main compulsory for the IIIT Kottayam B.Tech programme?
Ans. Yes. A valid JEE Main rank is required, and JoSAA counselling uses that score for admission. Once shortlisted, the student must report to the institute for document verification and fee payment before the allotted seat is confirmed.