Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs
Avg Package
13 LPA
Highest Pkg
42.11 LPA
Institute Type
Government
Total Courses
17 Courses
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai - Overview
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About Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai (IIT Bhilai), established on 7 August 2016 by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, is one of the newest Institutes of National Importance and stands as Chhattisgarh's premier technical institution. Located in Bhilai — widely known as the Steel City of Central India — IIT Bhilai moved to its permanent campus in Kutelabhata village, District Durg in August 2023. The campus spans 447+ acres with a GRIHA 5-Star LD sustainability rating, integrating rooftop solar panels, afforestation of 3,100+ native trees, natural water body preservation, and smart waste management. The campus is well-connected: 5.4 km from Durg Junction railway station and 54 km from Swami Vivekananda Airport, Raipur. Academically, IIT Bhilai offers B.Tech in 7 specializations (CSE, DSAI, EE, ECE, ME, MSME, Mechatronics) with a total seat strength of 283; M.Tech across 13 specializations; M.Sc in Chemistry, Physics, and Mathematics & Computing; and Ph.D. in 11 disciplines. The curriculum uniquely incorporates liberal arts, creative arts (Music, Movie-making, Fine Arts, Photojournalism, Performing Arts), and B.Tech Honours options. IIT Bhilai has MoUs with Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) for joint research, CDAC Pune, and the Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority. Ranked 72nd in NIRF 2025 Engineering (up from 73rd in 2024), and 8th among all IITs in the Inter-IIT Placement and Higher Studies Matrix in 2024. The 2025 placement season saw 139 students placed, 128 recruiters, highest package INR 48.92 LPA, and average INR 13.28 LPA. M.Tech CSE and DSAI achieved 100% placements. Top recruiters include Google, Amazon, NVIDIA, Warner Bros Discovery, DE Shaw, Intuit, Applied Materials, HPCL, and Schneider Electric.
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai offers students courses in different areas. Candidates can enroll in UG and PG programmes based on their interests and career goals. Admissions are offered based on merit or entrance exam performance. Check below the Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai courses along with their tuition fees and eligibility criteria:
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai Courses
17 CoursesM.Sc.
Bachelor's degree in relevant science discipline with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in discipline-specific paper (Mathematics/MA, Physics/PH, Chemistry/CY); admission via JOAPS counselling
M.Tech
B.E./B.Tech (or equivalent) in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE score in discipline-specific paper (or GPAT for Bioengineering/Biomedical Devices); IIT B.Tech graduates with CGPA ≥ 8.0 exempted from GATE; admission via COAP counselling
B.Tech
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in board; valid JEE Advanced rank; admission via JoSAA counselling
Ph.D.
M.Tech / M.E. / M.Sc. or equivalent with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE / UGC NET / CSIR NET / PMRF / Visvesvaraya Fellowship; admission via institute website with written test and interview
M.Sc. – Physics
Bachelor's degree in Physics / Physical Sciences with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in Physics (PH) paper; JOAPS counselling
B.Tech – Mechatronics Engineering
10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling
M.Tech – Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate; valid GATE score in CS/DA/EC/EE papers; COAP counselling
B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering
10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling
B.Tech – Electronics and Communication Engineering
10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling
Ph.D.
M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. or equivalent with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE / UGC NET / CSIR NET score; PMRF and Visvesvaraya Fellowship holders also eligible; admission via institute website
M.Tech – Computer Science and Engineering
B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE score in CS/DA paper; admission via COAP counselling
B.Tech – Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering
10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling
B.Tech – Electrical Engineering
10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling
B.Tech – Computer Science and Engineering
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in respective board; valid JEE Main score followed by JEE Advanced rank; seat allotment via JoSAA counselling
B.Tech – Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in board; valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling
M.Sc. – Mathematics and Computing
Bachelor's degree in Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Science with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in Mathematics (MA) paper; admission via JOAPS counselling
M.Sc. – Chemistry
Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Chemical Sciences with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in Chemistry (CY) paper; JOAPS counselling
| Course | Fee Range | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
M.Sc. 3 specializations | ₹ 25K - 27K | Bachelor's degree in relevant science discipline with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in discipline-specific paper (Mathematics/MA, Physics/PH, Chemistry/CY); admission via JOAPS counselling |
M.Tech 13 specializations | ₹ 25K - 1.08L | B.E./B.Tech (or equivalent) in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE score in discipline-specific paper (or GPAT for Bioengineering/Biomedical Devices); IIT B.Tech graduates with CGPA ≥ 8.0 exempted from GATE; admission via COAP counselling |
B.Tech 7 specializations | ₹ 2.67L - 9.02L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in board; valid JEE Advanced rank; admission via JoSAA counselling |
Ph.D. 1 specialization | ₹ 15K - 1.25L | M.Tech / M.E. / M.Sc. or equivalent with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE / UGC NET / CSIR NET / PMRF / Visvesvaraya Fellowship; admission via institute website with written test and interview |
M.Sc. – Physics 2 specializations | ₹ 12.5K | Bachelor's degree in Physics / Physical Sciences with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in Physics (PH) paper; JOAPS counselling |
B.Tech – Mechatronics Engineering 4 specializations | ₹ 2L | 10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling |
M.Tech – Data Science and Artificial Intelligence 1 specialization | ₹ 12.5K | B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate; valid GATE score in CS/DA/EC/EE papers; COAP counselling |
B.Tech – Mechanical Engineering 4 specializations | ₹ 2L | 10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling |
B.Tech – Electronics and Communication Engineering 4 specializations | ₹ 2L | 10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling |
Ph.D. 1 specialization | ₹ 15K | M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. or equivalent with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE / UGC NET / CSIR NET score; PMRF and Visvesvaraya Fellowship holders also eligible; admission via institute website |
M.Tech – Computer Science and Engineering 1 specialization | ₹ 12.5K | B.E./B.Tech or equivalent in relevant discipline with minimum 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST/PwD); valid GATE score in CS/DA paper; admission via COAP counselling |
B.Tech – Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering 4 specializations | ₹ 2L | 10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling |
B.Tech – Electrical Engineering 4 specializations | ₹ 2L | 10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD); valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling |
B.Tech – Computer Science and Engineering 4 specializations | ₹ 66.7K - 2L | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in respective board; valid JEE Main score followed by JEE Advanced rank; seat allotment via JoSAA counselling |
B.Tech – Data Science and Artificial Intelligence 4 specializations | ₹ 2L | 10+2 with PCM; minimum 75% aggregate (65% for SC/ST/PwD) or top 20 percentile in board; valid JEE Advanced rank; JoSAA counselling |
M.Sc. – Mathematics and Computing 2 specializations | ₹ 12.5K | Bachelor's degree in Mathematics / Statistics / Computer Science with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in Mathematics (MA) paper; admission via JOAPS counselling |
M.Sc. – Chemistry 2 specializations | ₹ 12.5K | Bachelor's degree in Chemistry / Chemical Sciences with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST); valid IIT JAM score in Chemistry (CY) paper; JOAPS counselling |
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai Admissions
Below is the complete admission information including eligible exams, eligibility criteria, admission process, and important notes for each program offered.
Required Entrance Exams
GATE + COAP
Required Entrance Exams
JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling
Required Entrance Exams
Written Test + Interview (Ph.D.)
Required Entrance Exams
IIT JAM + JOAPS
Required Entrance Exams
JEE Main + JEE Advanced (BTech) / GATE (MTech) / IIT JAM (MSc) / GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET (PhD)
Important Notice
JEE Advanced 2026 expected in May 2026. MTech/PhD applications open March–April 2026. IIT JAM 2026 counselling registration open till April 15, 2026. SC/ST/PwD candidates get full tuition fee waiver. All admissions purely merit-based through national entrance exams.
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Placement Highlights 2023-24
Top Recruiters & Packages
| Company | Package |
|---|---|
Google | 42.11 LPA |
Amazon | N/A |
Deloitte | N/A |
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai Previous Year Cutoffs
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1st among all IITs – 2024
Inter-IIT SciTech Meet (Data Analysis)
38 out of 500 (Engineering) – 2025
Collegedunia
81 (Engineering) – 2023
NIRF
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| Publishing Agency | Ranking / Rating |
|---|---|
Inter-IIT SciTech Meet (Data Analysis) | 1st among all IITs – 2024 |
Collegedunia | 38 out of 500 (Engineering) – 2025 |
NIRF | 81 (Engineering) – 2023 |
IIRF | 54 (Engineering) – 2025 |
Inter-IIT Placement and Higher Studies Matrix | 8th among all IITs – 2024 |
Inter-IIT Placement & Higher Studies Matrix (2024) | 8th among all IITs |
NIRF (2024) | 73 |
IIRF (2025) | 54 |
Inter-IIT SciTech Meet (2024) | 1st |
Collegedunia (2025) | 38 |
NIRF (2025) | 72 |
NIRF (2023) | 81 |
Scholarships & Financial Aid
Information regarding scholarships and financial aid opportunities provided by the institute.
Available Scholarships
| Scholarship Name | Eligibility Criteria | Award Amount |
|---|---|---|
Two-Third Tuition Fee Remission | Students with annual family income between INR 1 Lakh and INR 5 Lakhs per annum | 2/3rd tuition fee remission (effective annual tuition ~INR 66,666 for B.Tech) |
SC / ST / PwD Full Tuition Fee Waiver | All SC, ST, and Persons with Disability students admitted to any program at IIT Bhilai | 100% tuition fee waiver across all programs (B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc., Ph.D.) |
Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship | Meritorious B.Tech students from General/OBC categories with financial need; up to 25% of batch eligible | INR 1,000 per month + partial tuition fee support; reviewed annually |
Full Tuition Fee Remission (EWS / Family Income < INR 1 LPA) | Students with annual family income below INR 1 Lakh per annum | 100% tuition fee remission as per IIT Council norms |
Prime Minister's Research Fellowship (PMRF) | Outstanding B.Tech / M.Sc. graduates from IITs, IISc, NITs, IISERs, and central universities with CGPA ≥ 8.0 | INR 70,000–80,000 per month (Year 1–2: INR 70,000; Year 3–5: INR 75,000/80,000) + research grant INR 2 Lakhs per year |
Ph.D. Research Fellowship | Full-time PhD scholars with GATE / CSIR-NET / UGC-NET / PMRF / Visvesvaraya Fellowship | INR 31,000–35,000 per month + HRA as per applicable fellowship norms |
GATE Fellowship for M.Tech Students | All GATE-qualified M.Tech students admitted through COAP counselling | INR 12,400 per month for 21 months (MHRD / MoE fellowship) |
Visvesvaraya PhD Fellowship (MeitY) | PhD scholars in Electronics, IT, and allied disciplines; awarded by Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology | INR 25,000–28,000 per month + contingency grant; as per MeitY scheme norms |
Campus Infrastructure
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Events and Student Activities
Annual techno-cultural festival Alchemy and sports meet Spandan. The institute hosts national workshops (e.g., National Workshop on Fintech Security), guest lectures, and industry interaction programs. Student clubs cover coding, robotics, photography, music, fine arts, drama, and social service, consistent with the institute's emphasis on holistic education.
Health Centre
An on-campus 24x7 medical centre with qualified medical staff, OPD services, first aid facilities, and a dedicated ambulance for emergency referral to hospitals in Bhilai and Durg.
Sports Complex and Gymnasium
Comprehensive outdoor sports grounds for cricket, football, basketball, badminton, and volleyball, along with a fully equipped indoor gymnasium. Facilities for indoor games including table tennis, snooker, carrom, and chess. Music room with drums, keyboards, and guitars. Campus sports festival (Spandan) organized annually.
Smart Air-Conditioned Classrooms
Fully air-conditioned smart classrooms equipped with interactive projectors, audio-visual systems, high-speed internet, and modern seating designed to support discussion-based and project-oriented learning. Lecture halls accommodate entire batches for joint sessions and seminars.
Student Hostels (AC, 3 Blocks)
Two boys' hostel blocks (~960 capacity) and one girls' hostel block (~380 capacity) with fully air-conditioned rooms, attached bathrooms, 24x7 Wi-Fi via National Knowledge Network (up to 1 Gbps), individual room LAN, RO drinking water, heavy-duty washing machines on each floor, and 24x7 security. Annual hostel fee: INR 51,675.
Research Laboratories and Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF)
Dedicated research labs for CSE (AI/ML, cybersecurity, HPC), ECE (VLSI, embedded systems), EE (power electronics, EV systems), ME (robotics, thermal systems), MSME (materials characterization), and Biosciences (biomedical devices). A Central Instrumentation Facility (CIF) provides access to advanced shared instruments for interdisciplinary research.
Hostel & Accommodation
Boys Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| AC Room (2-sharing, attached bathroom, 24x7 Wi-Fi via NKN, LAN, RO water, washing machines per floor) | B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc / Ph.D | ₹51,675 |
Girls Hostel Fee Structure
| Room Type | Course | Annual Fee |
|---|---|---|
| AC Room (2-sharing, attached bathroom, 24x7 Wi-Fi via NKN, LAN, RO water, washing machines per floor) | B.Tech / M.Tech / M.Sc / Ph.D | ₹51,675 |
* Fees are subject to change. Please contact the administration for the latest details.
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Frequently Asked Questions
IIT Bhilai has one of the most progressive curricula among newer IITs. It uniquely incorporates liberal arts and creative arts electives (Music, Movie-making, Fine Arts, Photojournalism, Performing Arts), B.Tech Honours options, and project-based pedagogy. The institute has MoUs with Bhilai Steel Plant (BSP) for joint research and internships — a rare advantage for MSME students. It also has collaborative ties with CDAC Pune and the Chhattisgarh Biofuel Development Authority.
IIT Bhilai is ranked 72nd in Engineering by NIRF 2025, improving from 73rd in 2024 and 81st in 2023. It is ranked 54th by IIRF 2025 and 38th by Collegedunia 2025. Notably, it won 1st place in the Inter-IIT SciTech Meet in the Data Analysis event in 2024 — the first time a third-generation IIT topped that competition.
The B.Tech tuition fee is INR 2,00,000/year (INR 8 Lakhs total for 4 years). The total all-inclusive 4-year cost including one-time fees, hostel, and charges is approximately INR 9.02 Lakhs for General/OBC students with family income above INR 5 LPA. SC/ST/PwD students receive a 100% tuition waiver. Students with family income below INR 1 LPA get full remission; those with INR 1–5 LPA income get 2/3rd remission (effective annual tuition ~INR 66,666).
IIT Bhilai offers B.Tech in 7 branches: CSE, Data Science and AI, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering. Total B.Tech intake is 283 seats. JoSAA 2025 Round 6 closing ranks (General, OPEN GN): CSE — 7,382 | DSAI — 7,934 | ECE — 9,668 | EE — 11,592 | Mechatronics — 12,254 | ME — 12,428 | MSME — 17,478.
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