M.Tech colleges accepting GATE in India

IIT Madras emerged to be as the top M.Tech colleges in India accepting GATE score. Listed below are some colleges along with their NIRF ranking 2024:

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website of the ranking body listed and may vary.

There are about 2,000+ MTech colleges in India accepting GATE score. Of these, 1,629 colleges are privately owned, 339 colleges are owned by public/government organisations, and public-private entities own 17 colleges. GATE is the most accepting entrance exams in top MTech colleges in India. Some of the popular colleges include IIT Bombay, IIT Delhi, IIT Madras, DTU, IIT Kharagpur, NIT Trichy, IIT Kanpur, SRM IST Kattankulathur, Jadavpur University, IIT Roorkee, IIT Hyderabad, BITS Pilani, IIT Guwahati, and many others.

Joining the top M.Tech colleges in India accepting GATE score can be worthwhile for you. For that, you need to check its ROI. Listed below are some colleges along with their tuition fees and average placement package:

Disclaimer: The above statistics are based on the latest available data.

IIT Bombay M.Tech tuition fee ranges from INR 2.71 lakh for most of the course specialisations. The course fee is higher for the integrated M.Tech programmes. Hence, the highest fee range goes up to INR 10 lakh. Candidates seeking admission must pay the prescribed admission fee amount to confirm candidature. Moreover, the fee structure is cumulative of other fee components as well. The mentioned amount is taken from the official website/ sanctioning body. It is still subject to revision and hence, is indicative.

IIT Madras average package is yet to be released. However, the median package for  department such as CE, CS and EE, the average package recorded was 16.6 LPA, 29 LPA and 24.4 LPA. 

Yes, there are many government MTech colleges in India accepting GATE score. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees:

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Yes, there are many private MTech colleges in India accepting GATE score. Some of them are mentioned below along with their tuition fees:

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The table below shows the top specialisations offered by MTech colleges accepting GATE score in India along with their number of colleges:

Candidates can check GATE exam pattern below -

IIT Delhi ranks amongst the top five IITs in India. IITD has ranked 2 under 'Engineering' and 4 under 'Overall' and 'Management' categories by the NIRF 2023. In the QS World University Rankings 2025, the institute has secured #150 position. Being one of the elite Engineering institutes of India, IIT Delhi has been ranked by multiple organisations under various categories such as MBA, Engineering, Research, etc. It has also ranked 4 by the NIRF 2023 under its new category 'Research Institutions'. Internationally, IIT Delhi ranked 197 by the QS World Ranking 2024 and 46 by the QS Asia Rankings 2023. It has ranked in the top 3 Engineering colleges for the last consecutive 5 years.

The table below shows the average placement package offered by top recruiters who participated in top GATE accepting M.Tech colleges in India:

Disclaimer: This information is sourced from the official website.

There are also affordable MTech colleges in India that accept GATE scores, providing quality education without a hefty price tag, and offering opportunities for students seeking cost-effective options to pursue their higher studies. Listed below are some of the top low-cost M.Tech colleges in India along with the courses offered and their total tuition fees/eligibility criteria:

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GATE registration 2027 last date without late fee is September 27, 2026 and last date with late fee is October 5, 2026.

IIT Kharagpur offers a joint MTech/ MCP PhD programme to students who have completed their UG degree in the relevant stream. Under this programme, at the end of the first year, interested students with a CGPA of 8.0 and above are eligible to appear for a written test and/or interview to check their suitability to enrol for PhD. Those who do not qualify for PhD can continue with their two-year MTech/MCP programme. Students selected for PhD will have to complete the two-year academic requirements of MTech/ MCP programme before enrolment for PhD. For these students, the MTech/MCP and PhD degrees will be awarded together upon successful completion of PhD. The programme is open to students of all categories with a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Architecture/ MSc or equivalent professional degrees (AMIE, etc.) with a valid GATE score.

As per last year, the GATE registration fee can be checked below -

• For SC, ST, and PwD applicants is INR 1000 during the regular period and INR 1500 during extended period.
• For other candidates, including foreign nationals, the fee is INR 2000 (during the regular period) and INR 2500 during the extended timeline.

Candidates have to upload only photo and signature in GATE registration form.

Following documents are needed while filling GATE 2027 application form -

• Scanned photograph and signature
• Valid ID poof 
• Category certificate (optional)
• Dyslexic certificate (optional)

Yes, candidates can change their category after submitting GATE exam application form. Facility will be made available during form correction at GOAPS, which is October 14 to 21, 2026.

According to media reports, the highest package offered during IIT Roorkee placements 2024 as compared with 2023 and 2022 are presented below:

The eligibility criteria to get admissions into MTech/ME courses at Thapar University are candidates must complete their BE/BTech/BSc/MSc degree in a relevant stream from a recognised university with a minimum aggregate of 60% (55% for reserved categories and industry-sponsored). Moreover, for the selection process, the university considers the scores of GATE followed by an interview process. 

Note: In case the MSc is a qualifying exam, the vacant seats (if any) shall be filled on the basis of merit prepared by giving 50% weightage to BSc marks and 50% weightage to MSc marks (up to the end of the pre-final year). An overall minimum of 60% (55% for SC/ST/industry-sponsored) in MSc shall be required to be eligible for admission.

The highest salary for M.Tech at DTU stood at INR 64 LPA for the academic year 2025. Other than the placements, DTU has been ranked 2nd position in the 'overall' category. In the 'University' category, it was ranked 42nd, while in the 'Engineering' category, it was ranked 30th. Hence, it is considered a good option for MTech. Further, as per the verified students’ reviews on Shiksha, the institute offers all the necessary amenities to the students. Hence, DTU can be considered a decent option for MTech. 

The institute recorded an overall placement percentage of 62% during the academic year 2023-24. The IIT Guwahati highest package in 2025 stood at INR 1.25 crore per annum. The complete insight of IIT Guwahati placements between 2024 and 2025 are tabulated below:

The number of seats available for MTech specialisations at IIT BHU is 550. Check the specialisation-wise seat breakup- 

The eligibility criteria for MTech course at the NIT Surathkal is that candidate should have passed BTech with a minimum of 60% aggregate from a recognised university. Aspirant should have the degree and mark sheets (original/copies) at the time of form filling and admission confirmation. The selection process include GATE + CCMT Counselling.