Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras)
About the university
IIT Madras is India's leading institute for engineering and technology, established with German collaboration. Located in Chennai, it consistently tops India's NIRF rankings. Known for excellence in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Ocean Engineering, and AI. IIT Madras Research Park is India's first on-campus research park, housing global R&D centers. Home to India's first BS Data Science online program with over 30,000 enrolled students.
Key information
- Location: Chennai, IN
- Ranking #227
- QS #227
- National ranking #1
- Institution type: public
Popular faculties
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science
- Electrical Engineering
- Ocean Engineering
Programs (10)
- Computer Science
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Chemistry
- Data Science
- Artificial Intelligence
- Environmental Science
Student body
- Total students: 9,500
- International students: 3%
Housing & accommodation
Housing cost: $150 - $500 / per month
Career & internships
Employment rate: 95%
Admission requirements
Required tests
- IELTS
- TOEFL
- JEE Advanced
Minimum GPA: 3.5
Tuition costs
- $2,500 - $7,500 / per year
- Acceptance rate: 2.00%
- Scholarships available: Merit-cum-Means scholarships, IITM Research Park industry fellowships, ICCR government scholarships, international excellence awards, teaching assistantships.
- Additional costs: Living costs in Chennai ~$250-500/month. Campus is nestled in a natural forest — unique campus experience.
Quick facts
- Founded: 1959
- Teaching languages: English
- Study formats: offline, online
Contact
- Website: https://www.iitm.ac.in
- Індійський технологічний інститут Мадрасу (IIT Madras)
- +91 44 2257 8101