IIT Delhi 2025 Admissions: Dates, Eligibility, and Programs

IIT Delhi stands among India's premier engineering schools because of its strong national and international rankings.

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Admissions Overview

Latest Update: IIT Delhi will hold a Spot Round for M.Tech. Admissions via COAP-2025 on July 13–14, based on vacant seats after Round 10. Only eligible candidates who applied earlier and didn’t accept any COAP offer can register. Selection lists will be released on July 16 and 17, and payment of the fee is mandatory on the same day.

The M.Tech, MBA, and Ph.D. programs draw top GATE and CAT scorers together with research-oriented students. The academic excellence and global prospects of IIT Delhi attract students because of its expert faculty alongside modern laboratories and strong industry linkages.

To know more about the institute, check out upGrad’s IIT Delhi Overview page.

Check Out Important Admission Dates of IITD

IIT Delhi Important Admission Dates

Details

    Application Start: December 2024 (via JEE)

    Application Deadline: January 2025

    Accepted Exam(s):JEE Advanced

Admissions 2025: (UG/PG/PHD & MBA)

The B.Tech program at IIT Delhi accepts students through the JEE Advanced examination which serves as the primary selection method for admission.

Students competing through the JEE Advanced exam face the most competitive selection process for admission into the B.Tech program at IIT Delhi because thousands of high-achieving students participate in the process.

Now, let’s take a look at the dates for the IIT Delhi admissions 2025 : B.Tech

Event

Date (Tentative)

JEE Advanced 2025 Exam

June 1, 2025

Result Declaration

June 9, 2025

JoSAA Registration Begins

June 10, 2025

Choice Filling Ends

June 18, 2025

Round 1 Seat Allotment

June 24, 2025

This table is based on the official IIT-Delhi and JoSAA Timeline available on the official website of IIT-Delhi and JoSAA .

With dates for the Bachelors Program Admission explored , now take a look at what are the advantages of Getting into IIT Delhi for Bachelors .

What Are the Advantages of Getting into IIT Delhi for Bachelors? (H3)

The process of acquiring admission to IIT Delhi for a bachelor's degree provides students with access to top-tier education along with innovative research opportunities and worldwide professional possibilities.

Key Advantages:

  1. Engineering students at IIT Delhi receive their education from one of the best institutions in India because the college remains positioned among the top three engineering schools according to NIRF rankings.
  1. IIT Delhi maintains robust connections with both business sectors and international partners.
  1. The institution provides students with outstanding job placement results which translates into substantial return on educational investment.
  1. The institute provides research opportunities alongside entrepreneurial assistance through its E-Cell and incubation.

Now take a look at requirements and the admission criteria for the IIT Delhi Admissions 2025.

What Are the Admission Requirements & Eligibility?

The JEE Advanced examination serves as the standard admission pathway to B.Tech programs at IIT Delhi because IITs operate under Joint Admission Board (JAB) governance. Students must successfully complete JEE Main to become eligible for JEE Advanced and then obtain an appropriate rank.

Eligibility Criteria:

  1. Students must complete Class 12 by passing Physics Chemistry Mathematics (PCM)
  1. Students need to pass JEE Main before qualifying for JEE Advanced
  1. Students should achieve the minimum aggregate marks according to category norms
  1. Students must meet the age restrictions established by JEE authorities

Cutoff (General Category):

Branch

Opening Rank

Closing Rank

Computer Science (CSE)

1

~110

Electrical Engineering

~120

~500

Mechanical Engineering

~550

~1500

Civil Engineering

~1400

~2500

Note -The cutoff ranks mentioned above are based on previous year trends and may vary for 2025 depending on the number of applicants, difficulty level of JEE Advanced, and seat availability, based on the data available at the official website of JoSAA

Now take a look on what kind of Scholarships are offered for the IIT Delhi Admissions 2025 : UG .

Bachelors Scholarships

To provide financial support to the students who want to take admission in IIT Delhi Bachelors Course it provides some scholarships.

Scholarship Name

Eligibility

Benefit

Merit-cum-Means Scholarship

Family income < ₹5 lakh; good academic record

Full tuition waiver + stipend

Inspire Scholarship (DST)

Top 1% in Class 12 board + studying basic science

₹80,000 per year

Institute Free Studentship

Economically weaker students

Full/partial tuition waiver

UGC Scholarships (external)

Based on various social/economic categories

₹10,000–₹15,000 annually

Note - Scholarship availability, eligibility, and benefits are subject to periodic revision by IIT Delhi or respective funding bodies. Data based on official website of IIT-Delhi

To know about the institute’s placements, check out upGrad’s IIT Delhi Placements’ page.

After taking a look at IIT Delhi UG admissions now take a look at the PG Programs, Admission dates and eligibility criteria.

Admission Process Overview (UG + PG + PhD)

Step-by-Step Admission Process : 

  1. Register for Entrance Exam
  • UG: Students first register for JEE Main before registering for JEE Advanced which only 2.5 lakh students qualify for.
  • PG: Students need to register for GATE (M.Tech/MS), CAT (MBA), JAM (MSc), or UGC-NET (PhD).
  1. Appear for the Entrance Exam
  • Students must complete the scheduled exam on its designated dates. The obtained scores determine which students will become eligible for shortlisting.
  1. Score Evaluation & Shortlisting
  • The performance-based evaluation results in the publication of a cutoff list.
  • JoSAA takes responsibility for managing counseling services and conducting seat allocation processes for B.Tech programs.
  • IIT Delhi either shortlists candidates directly for PG admissions or utilizes COAP (M.Tech) and institute-level portals.
  1. Departmental Screening or Interviews (PG only)
  • The final selection process for some PG programs (MS/PhD/MBA) involves written tests and interviews.
  1. Provisional Admission Offer
  • The official offer letter arrives to selected candidates through email or portal login.
  1. Payment of Admission Fees
  • Candidates need to pay their admission fees before the specified deadline to confirm their seats.
  1. Document Upload & Physical Verification
  • Students must upload and verify their documents which include mark sheets, scorecards and category certificates (if applicable) along with ID proofs.
  • The original documents get checked during the registration process when students visit the campus.
  1. Orientation & Enrollment
  • Students must participate in orientation activities and complete their final enrollment process before classes begin.

Visual Representation of Admission Process of IIT Delhi

Now talking , apart from the academics IIT Delhi also provides other types of support and services to the candidates.

Support Services

Key Support Services Offered:

  1. The International Office provides dedicated helpdesk services that assist international students with visa support and hostel room selection and local orientation for easy transition.
  1. The Academic Counselling Cell provides students with academic planning services and tutoring support while helping them connect with faculty advisors for course guidance and semester management.
  1. First-year students studying at UG and PG levels receive support from senior student mentors who assist them in academic success and pressure management throughout their first year at IIT.
  1. The Career Development Cell along with Placement Support provides students with resources and assistance to build their professional careers. The Office of Career Services (OCS) delivers training on interview skills and resume building while providing internship opportunities and maintaining excellent placement records throughout all academic programs.

FAQs for Admissions

1Q1 ) How to get admission in IIT Delhi?

Ans: Admission to IIT Delhi depends on the program. For B.Tech, you must qualify JEE Advanced with a high rank. For M.Tech, a valid GATE score is required. MBA admissions are based on CAT scores, and Ph.D. programs involve a written test and/or interview after shortlisting based on academic background.

2Q2) How to get a seat in IIT Delhi?

Ans You need to apply through national entrance exams: JEE Advanced for B.Tech, GATE for M.Tech, CAT for MBA, and separate institute-level processes for Ph.D. programs. Your seat is confirmed based on your exam rank, cutoffs, and eligibility fulfillment during counselling or selection.

3Q3) What is the rank required for IIT Delhi admission?

Ans: For top B.Tech branches like CSE or ECE, a JEE Advanced rank under 500–1500 is usually needed. M.Tech programs require GATE ranks typically below 1000–1500, but this varies by specialization and year.

4Q4) Can I get admission in IIT Delhi without JEE?

Ans: For B.Tech, JEE Advanced is mandatory. However, for other programs like M.Tech, MBA, or PhD, you can apply via other qualifying exams like GATE, CAT, or even through IIT Delhi’s internal screening for research programs.

5Q5) What are the admission dates for IIT Delhi 2025?

Ans: Admissions for different programs open at different times: B.Tech through JoSAA from June–July 2025, M.Tech via COAP in March–May 2025, and Ph.D. admissions typically open in April and again in October/November for two semesters.

6Q6) What is the last date for IIT Delhi PhD admission 2025?

Ans: For the July 2025 semester, the last date is usually June 30, but it may vary by department. Always check the latest updates on IIT Delhi’s official admission portal.

7Q7) How do I apply for IIT Delhi PhD admission 2025–26?

Ans: Applications are submitted online at ecampus.iitd.ac.in, where you fill in academic details, upload documents, pay the fee, and await shortlisting for a written test and/or interview.

8Q8) Can I get into IIT Delhi M.Tech without GATE?

Ans: Typically, GATE is mandatory. However, some seats are reserved for sponsored candidates, IIT graduates with CGPA above 8.0 (direct admission), or foreign nationals who may be exempt from GATE.

9Q9) Is IIT Delhi PhD admission open for 2025?

Ans: Yes. Applications for the July 2025 semester are open, including a special PhD admission drive for SC/ST candidates. Another round is expected for the January 2026 semester.

10Q10) When will the IIT Delhi M.Tech admission 2025 open?

Ans: M.Tech admissions usually start around March 2025 through COAP (Common Offer Acceptance Portal). Deadlines and rounds continue till May–June.

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  1. The above statistics depend on various factors and individual results may vary. Past performance is no guarantee of future results.

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