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As per the NIRF rankings 2025, IIT Dharwad ranks #77 under the 'Engineering' category.
The latest updates regarding IIT Dharwad admissions 2026 are given below:
- The IIT Dharwad application forms deadline for some courses is Apr 26, 2026.
- The GATE COAP 2026 registration link is active for admission to the ME/MTech programmes. The GATE COAP 2026 round 1 window to view offers and make a decision will be opened on May 11, 2026 (10 AM).
- The JEE Advanced 2026 application form will be available from Apr 23, 2026, to May 2, 2026, for admission to the BE/BTech course. Also, the JEE Advanced exam 2026 will be conducted on May 17, 2026.
- The JEE Main 2026 session 1 and session 2 exams have been concluded for IIT Dharwad admission to the BTech, BArch and BPlan courses. The results for session 2 might be announced on or before Apr 20, 2026.
- The IIT JAM 2026 counselling registration is now over for admission to the MSc course. Students can submit their choices till May 6, 2026, with the first admission list to be declared tentatively on May 25, 2026.
IIT Dharwad - Indian Institute of Technology Courses & Fees 2025
The institute offers over 23 programmes at UG and PG levels. The courses include BTech, MTech and BSc in different specialisations. The eligibility criteria and fees for each course vary with the course. Candidates can look at the table below to get an idea of the tuition fees, eligibility criteria, and entrance exams required for each course.
| Courses | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
B.E. / B.Tech(9 courses) | ||
M.E./M.Tech(9 courses) | 20 KGet Fee Details | Graduation : 60 % Exams : GATE |
M.Sc.(5 courses) | 12 KGet Fee Details | 10+2 : 75 % Exams : IIT JAMJEE Advanced |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
IIT Dharwad tuition fee costs between INR 12,000 - INR 10 L. The fee excludes other components including application fee, examination fee, security deposit, etc. The fee is taken from the official website. It is subject to change. Candidates must check the official website before applying.
IIT Patna OBC category cutoff 2024 has been concluded for further admissions. The cutoff was released for various BTech & Integrated BTech specialisations. The closing ranks were in the range of 2225 and 6185, in the last round. The table given below consists of the last round closing ranks for the OBC AI category candidates:
The dates for JoSAA counselling 2026 choice filling will be announced once the result of JEE Main 2026 is declared. Candidates can fill choices only during the choice filling period. Also, candidates need to lock their choices before the last date.
No, students can not get direct admission at Indian Institute of Information and Technology Dharwad. The institute accepts admisison based on national entrance exams like JEE Main and GATE. After successful application submission, students who meet cutoff score will be considered for counselling round.
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IIT Dharwad Fees Breakdown
|
Course |
Tuition Fee |
Hostel Fee (Without Mess) |
One-Time Fee |
Total Mess Fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BTech | INR 800000 | INR 44000 |
INR 11,500 |
INR 197000 |
| MTech |
INR 10,000 - INR 11,92,000 |
INR 32200 | INR 16100 | INR 105200 |
| MS | INR 10000 | INR 32000 | INR 15600 | INR 105200 |
NOTE:
- The fee range is inclusive of fee for the different specialisations and integrated programmes.
- The above-mentioned fee is taken from an official source/sanctioning body. Hence, it may vary.
Commonly asked questions On Fees Breakdown
According to media reports, the key highlights of IIT Dharwad placements over the past three years are presented below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2022) | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
Highest package | INR 40 LPA | INR 52 LPA | INR 52 LPA |
Average package | INR 15.17 LPA | INR 16.41 LPA | INR 12.63 LPA |
Median package | INR 12 LPA | INR 16 LPA | INR 10 LPA |
Note: The above-mentioned placement data is sourced from media reports, hence may vary.
Further, the branch-wise salary package offered during IIT Dharwad BTech and MTech placements 2024 is presented below:
BTech Branch | Highest Package (2024) | Average Package (2024) | Median Package (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
CSE | INR 52 LPA | INR 17.41 LPA | INR 12 LPA |
EE | INR 36 LPA | INR 13.97 LPA | INR 9 LPA |
ME | INR 16.5 LPA | INR 11.2 LPA | INR 10 LPA |
MTech Branch | Highest Package (2024) | Average Package (2024) | Median Package (2024) |
ME | INR 13 LPA | INR 8.97 LPA | INR 8 LPA |
In addition, the branch-wise placement rate recorded during BTech and MTech placements 2024 is presented below:
BTech Branch | Students Registered (2024) | Students Placed (2024) | Placement Percentage (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
CSE | 60 | 39 | 65% |
EE | 49 | 16 | 32.65% |
ME | 42 | 13 | 30.95% |
MTech Branch | Students Registered (2024) | Students Placed (2024) | Placement Percentage (2024) |
ME | 11 | 7 | 63.63% |
Note: The above-mentioned branch-wise data is sourced from unofficial source, and is updated till May, 2024. (Placements 2024 was ongoing at that time)
IIT Dharwad offers great placements to its students. The course wise placement statistics are yet to be released. The overall placement highlights are given in the table below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Total Students | 147 |
Students Placed | 123 |
Students Opted for higher studies | 14 |
Highest Package | INR 38.5 LPA |
Average Package | INR 14.65 LPA |
Median Package | INR 12.18 LPA |
Companies Visited | 109 |
According to unofficial sources, the highest and average package offered to M.Tech ME students in 2024 was INR 13 LPA and INR 8.97 LPA. Further, the median and the lowest package offered was INR 8 LPA and INR 5.5 LPA. A total of 7 students were placed out of 11 registered students in 2024.
Note: The above-mentioned branch-wise data is sourced from unofficial source, and is updated till May, 2024. (Placements 2024 was ongoing at that time)
The number of students placed during IIT Dharwad placements was 123. The table below provides the total number of students eligible for placements and the number of students placed:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Total Students | 147 |
Students Placed | 123 |
Students Opted for higher studies | 14 |
IIT Dharwad Admission Dates 2025
IIT Dharwad accepts JEE Main and GATE scores for admission to different programmes. Upcoming events scheduled for IIT Dharwad admission via these exams are tabulated below:
B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026
Eligibility- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: KCET, JEE Main, JEE Advanced
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
20 Apr '26 | JEE Main 2026 Result Date Session 2 on or beforeOngoing |
23 Apr '26 - 24 Apr '26 | KCET Exam 2026 |
23 Apr '26 - 2 May '26 | JEE Advanced 2026 registrations for Indian Nationals |
M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2026
Eligibility- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: GATE
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
26 Apr '26 | M.E./M.Tech Application Deadline |
May '26 | CCMT 2026Tentative |
27 Mar '26 - 31 May '26 | GATE 2026 Scorecard (free download)Ongoing |
B.Sc. Admissions 2026
Eligibility- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: JEE Advanced
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
23 Apr '26 - 24 Apr '26 | KCET Exam 2026 |
May '26 | KCET Result 2026Tentative |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
IIIT Dharwad accepts JEE Main scores for admission to BTech programs. The JEE Main cutoff has been released for different categories belonging to the All India quota. The cutoff for the General AI category candidates, according to the last round, ranged from 56863 to 73989. Therefore, the lowest cutoff rank for admission among the General AI category was 56863, which was admission to B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering. Check out the B.Tech cutoff 2025 from the table below:
| Course | 2025 |
|---|---|
| B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering | 56863 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 73989 |
| B.Tech. in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | 62152 |
Note: this table is only applicable for the last round closing rank for the General AI category, other categories and rounds cutoff rank will differ.
Admission criteria to IIT Dharwad is both, merit and entrance based. The eligibility criteria to get into IIT DHARWAD programmes is graduation in any discipline (this may vary from course to course) with a minimum aggregate of 60%, along with entrance exams. For UG courses, candidates need to acquire a minimum aggregate of 75% in Class 12, along with valid entrance scores.
IIT Dharwad has released the category-wise cutoffs for various BTech courses. The JEE Advanced rank is accepted to shortlist candidates for the counselling rounds. A JEE Advanced rank of 7000 under General AI category and 4000 rank under OBC category is a decent rank, however, these ranks are insufficient to secure BTech in CSE programme in 2024. Other than CSE, the top courses for which candidates have the option to get a seat at IIT Dharwad are Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, and Engineering Physics.
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IIT Dharwad offers admission to all its courses on the basis of both, merit and entrance scores. IIT Dharwad accepts national-level entrance exams. The college accepts JEE Main, JEE Advanced, KCET, GATE, etc. scores for admission to its courses.
- IIT Dharwad conducts the application process for admission to its offered courses. However, for a few course candidates are required to complete the entrance exam's registration/application process.
- Candidates are shortlisted based on entrance scores followed by counselling process.
- Once seat allocations are finalised, selected applicants must pay the admission charges along with the course fee to confirm their admission to the selected course.
- Candidates may have to visit the administration office of the college to get their documents verified offline.
IIT Dharwad admissions are entrance based. The final selection is done on the basis of the entrance scores followed by the counselling process. Check the table below to know the selection requirement of IIT Dharwad:
| Course Name | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|
| BTech | JEE Main + JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling |
| MTech | GATE + COAP Counselling |
| MS | GATE (For TA Category) and GATE + PI (for PA Category) |
| PhD | GATE/ NET scores + PI |
| Executive MTech | Entrance/ screening exam + PI |
| BSc-MSc Integrated | JEE Main + JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling |
IIT Dharwad offers several courses across streams including engineering, information technology, etc. at the UG, PG, and doctoral levels. The courses offered at Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad Karnataka include:
- BTech
- BSc
- MTech
- MSc
- PhD
The courses are further offered across multiple specialisations.
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The branch-wise the highest package offered during IIT Dharwad placements 2024 is presented below:
BTech Branch | the highest Package (2024) |
|---|---|
CSE | INR 52 LPA |
EE | INR 36 LPA |
ME | INR 16.5 LPA |
MTech Branch | the highest Package (2024) |
ME | INR 13 LPA |
Note: The above-mentioned branch-wise data is sourced from unofficial source, and is updated till May, 2024. (Placements 2024 was ongoing at that time)
The 2025 placement rate for IIT Dharwad has not been released. Once out, it will be updated here. Meanwhile, students can see the table below to know about the number of students placed during IIT Dharwad placements 2025:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Total Students | 147 |
Students Placed | 123 |
Students Opted for higher studies | 14 |
Naturally, older IITs like IIT Kharagpur have a vast alumni network and much higher salary packages, with peaks reaching over INR 2 crore, compared to Dharwad's the highest package of approximately INR 40-52 LPA. However, for an average student, IIT Dharwad provides competitive median salaries around INR 11.62 LPA, which is strong.
Amongst the third-generation IITs, IIT Dharwad has come up as one of the top options for engineering students, mainly because of its location in Karnataka, which helps in easy industry tie-ups with the tech giants of Bangalore and Pune. With the guidance of IIT Bombay, the institute has been able to reap the benefits of a tough academic schedule and academic guidance, leading to a very promising placement session in 2025. Although IIT Bhilai and Jammu have similar infrastructure, the steady improvement of IIT Dharwad in the NIRF 2025 rankings (ranked 77th, entering the top 100 with a 5-star GRIHA-rated green campus) indicates a quicker and more sustainable growth path, making it the best option for a developing research-oriented ecosystem.
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The key highlights of IIT Dharwad BTech CSE placements from last year are presented below:
Particulars | BTech CSE Placement Statistics |
|---|---|
Highest package | INR 52 LPA |
Average package | INR 17.41 LPA |
Median package | INR 12 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 7.8 LPA |
Students registered | 60 |
Students placed | 39 |
Placement rate | 65% |
Note: The above-mentioned branch-wise data is sourced from unofficial source, and is updated till May, 2024. (Placements 2024 was ongoing at that time)
IIT Bhilai and IIT Dharwad both provides M.Tech course in a full-time mode across popular specialisations. Candidates can consider the parameters such as ranking, placement, fee, etc., to choose a better college among the both. Below table mentions the total tuition fee and ranking trends by NIRF for both the colleges:
| Institute Name | Ranking (2023) | Total Tuition Fees |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Bhilai | 81 | INR 25,000 |
| IIT Dharwad | 93 | INR 10,000 - INR 20,000 |
Note: This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.
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A correct approach accompanied by a well-built preparation strategy is everything a student needs to ace JEE Main 2025. A last-minute preparation tips for the exam is mentioned below:
- Solve as many Mock Tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing FREE Downloadble JEE Main Mock Test Paper (with Solutions).
- Choose your reference books wisely
- Revise as much as possible
- Cross-check section-wise weightage & syllabus for all subjects covered in JEE Main
- Solve previous year’s JEE question papers there are high chances of getting questions from there
- Keep your focus on NCERT books at this point
While the short-term objective must be to clear JEE Main, the ultimate goal must be to qualify JEE Advanced exam, check out the preparation strategy for JEE Advanced.
IIT JAM is the accepting exam for IIT Dharwad for BTech admissions. The Cutoff for been concluded after release of a few rounds and conselling sessions. The Cutoff ranks were released for many BTech courses. For the General AI category, the last-round closing rank to get Electronics & Communication Engineering was 8772, and for Mechanical Engineering, it was 13435.
The branch-wise salary package offered during IIT Dharwad M.Tech ME placements 2024 is presented below:
Particulars | MTech ME Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|
the highest package | INR 13 LPA |
Average package | INR 8.97 LPA |
Median package | INR 8 LPA |
the lowest package | INR 5.5 LPA |
Note: The above-mentioned branch-wise data is sourced from unofficial source, and is updated till May, 2024. (Placements 2024 was ongoing at that time)
IIT Dharwad has various courses under the following departments:
- Bioscience & BioEng
- Physics
- Mathematics
- Electrical Eng
- Humanities & Social Sciences, etc
IIt Dharwad offers a limited number of seats for its M.Tech programmes. Candidates must complete the admission process to score an M.Tech seat in the institution. Find below the M.Tech seats bifurcation :
| Courses | Seats |
|---|---|
| MTech in Mechanical Engineering | 22 |
| MTech in Materials Engineering | 22 |
| MTech in Aerospace Engineering | 22 |
| MTech in Electrical Engineering | 40 |
According to data gathered from unofficial sources, Engineering sector has placed the most number of IIT Dharwad students. Further, the sector-wise IIT Dharwad alumni placement statistics are presented below:
Note: The “Others” category includes the sectors of Research, Business Development, Community & Social Services, Media & Communication, Administrative, Customer Success & Support and Arts & Design.
The above-mentioned alumni data is gathered from unofficial sources and hence may vary.
IIT Dharwad provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the IIT Dharwad placements 2025:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Total Students | 147 |
Students Placed | 123 |
Students Opted for higher studies | 14 |
the highest Package | INR 38.5 LPA |
Average Package | INR 14.65 LPA |
Median Package | INR 12.18 LPA |
Companies Visited | 109 |
IIT Dharwad offers admission primarily on the basis of the scores obtained in the national level entrance exams. The institute has specified a minimum aggregate ranging between 45-75% for various courses. Tabulated below is the course-wise minimum aggragate required for admission to IIT Dharwad:
| Course | % Required |
|---|---|
| BTech | 45% |
| BSc | 75% |
| MTech | 60% |
| MSc | 75% |
Therefore, candidates with 85% typically have a decent chance at securing admission to the institute.
1: Go to the official website
2: Click on 'Register' tab.
3: Add COAP registration ID, password and Captcha and Sign in.
4. Check the result .
Yes, IIIT Dharwad does accept GATE scores for admission to its M.Tech programme. Applicants must have a valid GATE score relevant to the discipline of their qualifying degree. In cases where there is no specific GATE paper available for a particular discipline, XE/XL/XH papers of the GATE examination can be considered.
Refer the below-mentioned table for IIT Dharwad placement statistics 2023 as compared with other similar IITs such as IIT Palakkad, IIT Jammu and IIT Bhilai:
IIT Name | the highest Package (2023) | Average Package (2023) |
|---|---|---|
IIT Dharwad | INR 52 LPA | INR 16.41 LPA |
INR 47 LPA | INR 13.95 LPA | |
INR 53 LPA | INR 17 LPA | |
INR 48.64 LPA | INR 14 LPA |
Note: IIT Dharwad placement data is sourced from media reports, hence may vary.
To get admission in IIT Dharwad courses, students must be eligible. Students must have a valid score in last qualifying exam. Check the table below to know the eligibility of IIT Dharwad:
| Course Name | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| BTech | Class 12 with a minimum of 75% aggregate |
| MTech | BTech/ BE or equivalent degree in relevant stream with at least 60% aggregate |
| MS | BTech/ BE or equivalent degree in relevant stream with at least 60% aggregate |
| PhD | MTech/ ME or equivalent degree in relevant stream with at least 60% aggregate |
| Executive MTech | BE/ BTech or ME/ M.Tech or equivalent degree in relevant stream with at least 60% aggregate |
| BSc-MSc Integrated | Class 12 with a minimum of 75% aggregate |
IIT Dharwad average package for 2025 stood at INR 14.65 LPA. A fluctuating trend can be seen in the average package at IIT Dharwad Check out the table below to know the average package recorded during IIT Dharwad placements in recent years:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|---|---|
Average Package | INR 16.41 LPA | INR 12.63 LPA | INR 14.65 LPA |
Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad faculty and staff are dedicated to teaching and mentoring, bringing a wealth of knowledge and experience to support each student's journey of discovery and growth. The faculty consists of professors, associate professors, assistant professors, and guest faculty. The faculty is well qualified and experienced. A decent fraction of the faculty members are PhD holders in their relevant areas. The remaining members are also very qualified.
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IIT Dharwad conducts the application process in online mode. The step-wise process is provided below:
- Open the official website and register.
- Fill in the required details and complete the registration.
- Fill the detailed application form. In this step, candidates have to provide details of educational q
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IIT Dharwad tuition fee costs around INR 20,000 – INR 10 L. This fee is exclusive of other components such as examination fee, application fee, hostel fee, security deposit, etc. This fee is taken from the official website. It is subject to change. Hence, it is moderately costly.
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IIT Dharwad BTech tuition fee costs around INR 8 L. This fee is exclusive of other components such as examination fee, application fee, hostel fee, security deposit, etc. This fee is taken from the official website. It is subject to change.
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IIT Dharwad JEE Advanced 2025 cutoffs have been published for admission to various BTech programmes. In the last round, JEE Advanced cutoffs for 2025 varied between the 7208 and 18979 values. Notably, the BTech in CSE is highly competitive among General category students under the All India Quota, w
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As of now, IIT Dharwad has not yet featured in major global lists like the QS World University Rankings or Times Higher Education (THE). Most global rankings require a minimum number of years in operation and a specific volume of research publications. However, as the permanent campus expands and re
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