IIT Hyderabad 2025 Admissions: Dates, Eligibility, and Programs

IIT Hyderabad is one of the newer IITs and receives a substantial number of applications every year for UG, PG, and PhD courses.

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IIT Hyderabad Admissions Overview

Latest Update - The PG Admissions Portal for July 2025 has now officially closed.

The entry is competitive with vast admission, and the merit basis is chosen through top national examinations such as JEE Advanced and GATE. IIT Hyderabad provides cutting-edge facilities, and a lively campus environment combine to make IIT Hyderabad a desired destination for India's most talented minds.

To know more about the institute, check out upGrad’s IIT Hyderabad Overview Page.

IIT Hyderabad Important Admission Dates

Details

    Application Start: December 2024 (via JEE )

    Application Deadline: January 2025

    Accepted Exam(s):JEE Advanced

Admissions 2025: (UG/PG/PHD)

The B.Tech program at IIT Hyderabad 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 Hyderabad because thousands of high-achieving students participate in the process. 

Now, let’s take a look at the dates for the IIT Hyderabad 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 website of IIT-Hyderabad and JoSAA.

Advantages of getting into IIT Hyderabad for Bachelors?

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

  1. Engineering students at IIT Hyderabad receive their education from one of the best names in India
  1. IIT Hyderabad 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.
  1. The students get access to a world-class campus since IIT Hyderabad is a relatively newer campus compared to others. 

What Are the Admission Requirements & Eligibility?

The JEE Advanced examination serves as the standard admission pathway to B.Tech programs at IIT Hyderabad because IITs operate under Joint Admission Board (JAB) governance. Students must 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, and 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 the JEE authorities

Cutoff for most enrolled courses at IIT Hyderabad (General Category):

Branch

Closing Rank

Computer Science (CSE)

~673

Electrical Engineering

~1900

Mathematics and Computing

~1015

Artificial Engineering

~861

Computational Engineering

~1866

Note: The cutoff ranks mentioned above are based on the data available on the official JoSAA website.

Admission Process Overview (UG + PG + PhD)

To gain a successful IIT Hyderabad Admission in 2025 in any of the courses offered, 

The following steps are mandatory : 

  1. Register for relevant entrance exams (JEE, GATE etc.)
  2. Appear for the entrance test
  3. Check eligibility and cutoff scores
  4. Apply via institute or centralized portals (JoSAA, COAP, etc.)
  5. Attend written test/interview (if applicable)
  6. Receive admission offer
  7. Pay admission fees online
  8. Complete document verification
  9. Participate in the orientation program

Support Services & Scholarships

Support 

IIT Hyderabad’s Administration also provides various student support services for an easy admission process for the candidate. IIT Hyderabad provides the following services:

  • International Office: For foreign applicants, visa assistance & hostel support
  • Academic Counselling: Department-based course selection help
  • Mentorship: Student mentors assigned to freshers
  • Disability Support: Accessible infrastructure and tech support
  • Orientation Program: Icebreaking and curriculum briefing sessions
  • Career Services: Training, placement prep & internship support

To provide financial support to students who wish to take admission at IIT Hyderabad, the institute offers various scholarships. The following are the scholarships: 

Scholarships

Scholarship Name

Description

Merit-cum-Means (MCM)

  1. Parental Gross Income shall not exceed Rs. 4.5 Lakhs
  2. ITR Acknowledgment to be submitted as the income of the parents. 
  3. The student must secure an SGPA/CGPA of 7.0 with no active backlogs
  4. The shortlisted candidates are eligible for a pocket money of Rs. 1000 per month. 

SC/ST Scholarships

  1. Students belonging to the SC/ST category can apply. 
  2. Parental Gross income should not exceed Rs. 4.5 Lakhs in any category. 

National Scholarship Scheme

  1. NSP is a common portal for the implementation of Scholarship schemes launched by the Union Government. 

FAQs for Admissions

1How can I get admission into IIT Hyderabad after Class 12?

To get into IIT Hyderabad after Class 12, you must first clear JEE Main, followed by JEE Advanced. Admissions are conducted through JoSAA counselling, where you must meet branch-specific cutoffs and fulfill eligibility criteria.

2What is the minimum JEE Advanced rank required for IIT Hyderabad?

For popular branches like Computer Science Engineering (CSE), general category students typically need to get a good rank. Other branches may have higher cutoff ranks depending on demand and seat intake.

3What is the admission process for M.Tech at IIT Hyderabad?

Admission to M.Tech programs is done through GATE scores, followed by centralized COAP counselling. Some departments also conduct written tests or interviews for final selection, especially for research-based courses.

4Does IIT Hyderabad accept international students?

Yes, IIT Hyderabad admits international students under schemes like DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad), ICCR scholarships, and the Study in India initiative. These students are exempt from JEE/GATE requirements in most cases.

5Can I get into IIT Hyderabad without JEE?

For B.Tech admissions, JEE is mandatory. However, for PG and Ph.D. programs, IIT graduates with high CGPA or sponsored candidates may be considered without GATE. Other PG programs have alternative pathways based on exams like CEED, CAT, etc.

6What is the application fee for IIT Hyderabad admission?

The application fee varies by program and category. It generally ranges from ₹200 for SC/ST/PwD candidates to ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS in most programs like M.Tech, MBA, and Ph.D.

7When does IIT Hyderabad release admission forms for 2025?

For UG programs (via JEE Advanced), the process begins around December 2024–May 2025. For PG programs like M.Tech, M.Des, MBA, and Ph.D., application forms open between March and April 2025, depending on the department.

8Is there any interview for IIT Hyderabad admission?

Yes, many PG and Ph.D. programs, such as MBA, M.Des, and doctoral studies include personal interviews, written tests, or portfolio assessments. However, UG (B.Tech) admissions are purely based on JEE Advanced ranks through JoSAA.

9What is the minimum GATE score for M.Tech admission in IIT Hyderabad?

A GATE score between 600–700 is typically required for high-demand branches like CSE, Electrical, and Mechanical Engineering (General category). Some specializations may have lower cutoffs, especially in interdisciplinary or emerging areas.

10What is the eligibility for the Executive courses at IIT Hyderabad?

To apply for the Executive courses, candidates need a bachelor’s degree in any discipline and at least 3 years of full-time work experience. Admission is based on profile evaluation, SOP, and personal interview (PI) conducted by the institute.

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