Question 1

What makes IIT Indore different from other second-generation IITs?

Accepted Answer

IIT Indore stands out for its strong research orientation, highly qualified faculty, and growing international collaborations. While it was established in 2009 like other new-generation IITs, its pace of development has been notably faster. It has carved a niche in areas like material science, AI, data science, and theoretical physics. Moreover, its consistent NIRF ranking (16th in Engineering in 2024) and increasing placement packages showcase its upward trajectory.

Question 2

How is the academic curriculum structured at IIT Indore for B.Tech programs?

Accepted Answer

The B.Tech curriculum at IIT Indore is designed with a mix of foundational core courses, departmental specialization, and electives that promote interdisciplinary learning. It includes modern elements such as data science and machine learning even in traditional branches. Students also complete a compulsory research project and are encouraged to participate in internships and semester-long industrial training programs.

Question 3

What are the most popular courses at IIT Indore?

Accepted Answer

The most sought-after course is B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), which consistently records the highest placements. Other popular disciplines include Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and the newly introduced Data Science and Artificial Intelligence programs. On the postgraduate level, M.Tech and M.S. (Research) in Computer Science, Electrical, and Mechanical are in demand.

Question 4

How are the placements at IIT Indore?

Accepted Answer

IIT Indore has shown impressive placement growth in recent years. The average package for B.Tech students reached ₹25.45 LPA, and the highest package offered in 2023 was ₹68 LPA. In the 2025 placement drive (ongoing), more than 88% students were already placed and five students bagged ₹1 Cr+ offers. Top recruiters include Microsoft, Amazon, Flipkart, Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm, and Zomato.

Question 5

What is the campus infrastructure like at IIT Indore?

Accepted Answer

The permanent campus at Simrol (40 km from Indore city) spans over 500 acres and features state-of-the-art laboratories, high-performance computing clusters, hostels, lecture halls, libraries, and sports complexes. Facilities like Wi-Fi-enabled hostels, advanced research labs (SAIF), auditoriums, canteens, and dedicated innovation spaces ensure holistic development for students.

Question 6

What kind of scholarships are available at IIT Indore?

Accepted Answer

IIT Indore offers several scholarships for students based on merit, economic background, and category. These include:

Tuition Fee Waiver and Remission Scheme for students with family income below ₹1 lakh
Central Sector Scholarships for SC/ST students via NSP
Foundation for Excellence (FFE) Scholarship for deserving B.Tech first-year students
Samsung Star Scholarship for female students

These scholarships aim to reduce the financial burden and promote inclusivity.

Question 7

How does IIT Indore support research and innovation?

Accepted Answer

Research is a core strength at IIT Indore. The institution runs over 150 funded research projects, collaborates with institutions like CERN and BARC, and has MoUs with several global universities. It houses advanced research facilities like the Sophisticated Analytical Instrument Facility (SAIF) and promotes innovation through incubation support and research assistantships. The high number of patents and publications further reflects its research prowess.

Question 8

How are the hostel and mess facilities at IIT Indore?

Accepted Answer

IIT Indore is fully residential, with separate hostels for boys and girls. Rooms are mostly single occupancy with study tables, almirahs, and high-speed LAN/Wi-Fi. Each hostel has common rooms, sports equipment, water filters, and laundry services. The mess food is diverse and student-reviewed regularly, offering vegetarian and non-vegetarian options. Hygiene, safety, and accessibility are priorities in hostel management.

Question 9

What are the admission criteria for undergraduate and postgraduate programs?

Accepted Answer

For B.Tech, admission is based on the JEE Advanced rank and JoSAA counseling.

For M.Tech/M.S. (Research), admission is via GATE, and for M.Sc, via IIT JAM.

Ph.D. admissions consider GATE/UGC/CSIR-JRF qualifications and interviews. Each program has specific cutoffs, and IIT Indore follows government reservation norms.

Question 10

What kind of extracurricular and student-driven activities are available?

Accepted Answer

IIT Indore has a vibrant student community with multiple cultural, technical, and sports clubs. Major events include Fluxus (annual techno-cultural fest) and Astronomia, Aranya, and other intra-college fests. Students participate in coding competitions, hackathons, drama, debates, and robotics contests. The Student Gymkhana plays a pivotal role in governance and organizing activities.

Question 11

Is the location of IIT Indore a disadvantage for students?

Accepted Answer

While IIT Indore is located on the outskirts of the city (Simrol), it is well-connected by institute buses to Indore city and railway stations. The serene campus environment helps students stay focused, and frequent industrial visits, virtual internships, and alumni connections minimize any location disadvantages. The institute also arranges industry sessions and online recruitment drives to ensure students remain connected to national and global opportunities.

Parameters	Details
Admission Months	UG starts in September, PG/PhD follow national exam schedules
Top Programs	B.Tech, M.Tech/MS, M.Sc, Ph.D. across engineering & sciences
Accepted Exams	JEE Advanced, GATE, IIT JAM, GATE/UGC-CSIR‑JRF
Duration of Course	B.Tech: 4 yrs M.Tech/MS/M.Sc: 2 yrs Ph.D: 4–5 yrs
NIRF Ranking 2024	Engineering- 16 Overall- 33
Total Students	2,346 students

Programs	Tuition Fees (₹)	Total Semester Fees (₹)
B.Tech	1,00,000	159,000
M.Tech	7,000	70,190
M.S. (Research)	7,000	70,190.
M.Sc.	5,000	68,190
PhD	12,000	83,890

Course	Year	Rank
Overall	2024	33
Engineering – Innovation	2024	16

Parameters	IIT Indore	IIT Bhubaneshwar	IIT Bombay (Mumbai)
NIRF Ranking (Engineering 2024)	16	54	3
Tuition Fees (Approximate Annual)	B.Tech: 1,00,000 M.Tech: 7,000 M.S. (Research): 7,000 M.Sc: 5,000 PhD: 12,000	UG (B.Tech): ₹1,00,000 PG (M.Tech): ₹ 5000 MS-R programme: ₹5000 PhD.: ₹2,500 per semester	UG: ₹2.2 - ₹2.5 Lakhs (varies, may include other fees) PG: ₹70,000 - ₹2.3 Lakhs (varies by course)
Popular Courses	B.Tech M.Tech MS (Research) M.Sc Ph.D. across engineering, sciences & humanities	B.Tech CSE/ECE/EE/ME/CE/MME Dual Degree ITEP M.Tech M.Sc. M.S.(R) Ph.D.	UG: Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering PG: M.Tech (CSE, EE, ME), MBA, M.Des
Placement Rate (Recent Data)	Median CTC: 21.2 LPA (B.Tech) - 8 (M.Tech)	B.Tech: 84.6 % Dual‑Degree: 66% M.Tech: 74.6% Highest CTC: ₹64 LPA ( B.Tech- Computer Science and Engineering) Average CTC- ₹22.6 LPA	Highest CTC: ₹3.67 CPA (International) / ₹1.68 CPA (Domestic) Average CTC: ₹23.5 LPA Lowest CTC: ₹4 LPA (indicative, can vary)
No. of Courses	approx. 57 programs across UG, PG, and Ph.D. levels	B.Tech disciplines: 6 Dual‑Degree programmes: 9 M.Sc programmes: 5 M.Tech programmes: 14 Ph.D programmes across 7 schools (various)	UG: 17+ (B.Tech, B.S., Dual Degree PG: 58+ (M.Tech, M.Sc., M.Des, MBA, Ph.D.)

Alumni	Field of Work
Kunal Gupta	Senior Software Engineer at ClickHouse
Tushar Rokade	Building Hisvitals.com
Najma Mahabub	Software Engineering 2 at Rippling, Former intern at VISA
Raj P	Technical Lead at Cognizant, co-founder

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