Ques. What documents/files are required to upload in the Research Application form at IIT Madras?
Ans. Applicants must scan and upload the following valid documents/files during the application process:
• Photo
• Signature
•UG University Rank certificate
•PG University Rank certificate
•Disability (PwD) certificate
•Valid Category certificate (OBC-NCL/SC/ST/EWS)
•OCI/PIO/Foreign National Passport copy
•Valid National/International Level Exam scorecard letter/certificate
•UG-Consolidated Marks Statement/Grade Card/Transcript
•PG-Consolidated Marks Statement/Grade Card/Transcript
•Experience Certificate
•NHTRA declaration
•Research Proposal (only for the Management Studies department)
Ques. Who is exempted from CAT for MBA admission at IIT Madras?
Ans. Candidates meeting the following criteria are exempted from CAT:
1. Undergraduate degree holders from any IIT with a CGPA of 8 and above.
2. Defence personnel apply under the sponsored category through proper channels.
Ques. Can the application fee be paid via DD for admission at IIT Madras?
Ans. If the initial online application fee payment fails, applicants can pay the fee amount via a Demand Draft drawn in favor of "The Registrar, IIT Madras." The Demand Draft should be sent by post to the address below, with the applicant's Name & Application No. written on the backside:
The Deputy Registrar (Research), Indian Institute of Technology Madras, IV Floor, Administration Building, IIT Madras Campus, Chennai - 600 036.
Ques. Is IIT Madras easily accessible?
Ans. Located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, IIT Madras is easily accessible as it is situated within a metropolitan city. The campus is approximately 10 km from the Chennai Airport, 12 km from the Chennai Central Railway station, and is well-connected by city buses. The nearest station on the Chennai MRTS line is Kasturba Nagar.
Ques. What courses are available at IIT Madras?
Ans. IIT Madras offers various courses including B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.A, MBA, and Ph.D. programs in different disciplines at undergraduate, postgraduate, and research levels. B.Tech is offered in nine specializations, while the institute also provides 13 dual degree programs and 12 specializations in M.Tech.
Ques. What is the fee structure for courses at IIT Madras?
Ans. The fee structure for different courses at IIT Madras is as follows:
•BTech: INR 75,116
•BA + MA: INR 30,744
•MTech: INR 2.12 Lakhs
•BTech + MTech: INR 75,116
•MSc: INR 23,070
•PhD: INR 19,670
•BTech + MBA: INR 75,116
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the BTech course at IIT Madras?
Ans. The eligibility criteria for the B.Tech course at IIT Madras include:
1. Completion of 10+2 from a recognized board.
2. Minimum 75% marks in Higher Secondary Examination. There will be no preference for 10+2 marks for calculating the ranks in JEE Main.
Ques. What documents are required during admission at IIT Madras?
Ans. The documents required during admission at IIT Madras include:
•Offer of admission letter
•Birth Certificate issued by Local Government Body
•Class Xth certificate
•Class XIIth certificate
•Community Certificate
•Certificate for EWS as per JEE format
•Certificate in the case of PwD candidates as per JEE format
•Admit Card of JEE (Advance)
Ques. How can one apply for the MTech course at IIT Madras?
Ans. To apply for the M.Tech course at IIT Madras, candidates can follow these steps:
•Visit the official website of the institute.
•Click on the link "M.Tech. Registration."
•Register and create login credentials.
•Fill in the application form with personal and academic details.
•Upload necessary documents.
•Pay the fee of INR 500.
•Submit the form.
Ques. What are the minimum eligibility criteria for MBA admissions at IIT Madras?
Ans. The minimum eligibility criteria for MBA admission at IIT Madras are:
1. Graduation in any discipline from a recognized University with a minimum of 60% marks in aggregate.
2. A relaxation of 5% in marks (i.e., minimum 55%) for SC/ST candidates.
Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the MA course at IIT Madras?
Ans. The eligibility criteria for the MA course at IIT Madras require candidates from the General, GEN-EWS, and OBC-NCL categories to secure a minimum of 60% aggregate marks at the 10+2 level. Candidates from SC, ST, and PwD categories must secure a minimum of 55% aggregate marks.
Ques. What is the admission process for IIT Madras?
Ans. Admission to IIT Madras is based on the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced score. The admission process involves appearing for the JEE Advanced entrance exam followed by seat allocation through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counseling process.
Ques. Can international students apply for admission to IIT Madras?
Ans. Yes, international students can apply for admission to IIT Madras, but they must meet the eligibility criteria and follow the admission process as per the institute's guidelines.
Ques. Is there a reservation policy for admission to IIT Madras?
Ans. According to the Central Educational Institutions (Reservation in Admissions) Act, IITs are mandated to reserve seats for ST, SC, and OBC candidates. The percentage of reserved seats is 7.5%, 15%, and 27% respectively.
Ques. What are the programs offered at IIT Madras? COURSE | ELIGIBILITY |
B.Tech | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Main |
BA + MA | 10+2 |
M.Tech | Pass in Graduation + GATE |
B.Tech + M.Tech | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Main |
M.Sc | Pass in Graduation + GATE |
Ph.D. | Post Graduation |
B.Tech + MBA | 10+2 with 75% + JEE Main |