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IIT PalakkadWhat's new?
IIT Palakkad Admission 2026 is ongoing for some courses. Check latest updates below:
- The GATE COAP 2026 Round 6 seat allotment results are out for admission to the ME/MTech course. Students can accept and freeze or reject the allotted seat until Jun 17, 2026.
- The JoSAA 2026 round 1 seat allotment result has been declared for IIT Palakkad admission to the BE/BTech course. Students can pay the seat allotment fee until Jun 26, 2026.
- The IIT JAM 2026 round 3 seat allotment results for admission to the MSc course will be out on Jun 16, 2026.
IIT Palakkad Highlights 2026
The Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad, also known as IIT Palakkad, was founded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, GoI. The institute is among the third generation IITs of India and is currently being mentored by IIT Madras. For more on the highlights of IIT Palakkad look below:
- Recognitions: The UGC-recognised IIT Palakkad is also a recognised Institute of National Importance.
- IITPKD Rankings: The institute ranked 64th under the Engineering category of NIRF 2025.
- Flagship Course: The institute is known for its flagship BTech programme extended at the UG-level across several sepecialisations.
- IIT Palakkad courses: The other courses at IIT Palakkad includes MTech, MSc, MS (by Research), etc. across Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, etc. specialisations.
- IIT Palakkad BTech admissions: Students are selected through entrance exam scores such as JEE Mains and JEE Advanced while candidates are placed through JoSAA counselling process.
- Campuses: The former IIT Palakkad campus was located in the Ahalia Integrated Campus in Kozhippara, Palakkad but the institute has since relocated to its two main campuses across each other with the 504-acre Sahyadri campus being opposite to the 40-acre Nila campus.
Commonly asked questions On Highlights
The Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad is a good choice among Engineering institutes with verified Shiksha Review praising it for its:
- Placements: 70-80% of students received placements with average packages of INR 15 LPA - INR 17 LPA (Jatoth Akhil - B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2027).
- Infrastructure: Each Branch of BTech have their own building and labs while classrooms are equipped with digital screens & projectors (Anonymous - B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2028).
- Faculty: Students are taught a comprehensive foundation of the technologies from the fundamentals, further frequent assessments are held at the institute (Anonymous -
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2027).
Yes, IIT Palakkad offers a 4-year BTech specialisation in Mechanical Engineering. Though the college does not offer EEE it also offers Electrical Engineering. Students who qualify for these course through JEE Mains can get admission through the counselling process.
Among the different branches at IIT Palakkad, the CSE specialisation had the strongest placements with average packages of INR 17.45 LPA in 2025.
It is mandatory to have minimum 75% marks (65% for reserved category) in class 12 to take admission in IITs, NITs, IIITs and GFTIs. Students should apply for JoSAA conselling only if they fulfill all conditions of eligibility. However many institutes admit students on basis of JEE Main where there is no requirement of minimum marks in class 12.
The lowest package offered during IIT Palakkad placements over the past three years is presented below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2022) | Placement Statistics (2023) | Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
Lowest package | INR 3.6 LPA | INR 6 LPA | INR 6 LPA |
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IIT Palakkad Placements 2025
As per the official website more than 122 offers were provided to students during IIT Palakkad BTech placements 2025. The highest package recorded stood at INR 52 LPA, whereas the average package was INR 13.98 LPA. For IIT Palakkad BTech placements 2025 the placement rate achieved so far was 86.67%. Earlier, a total of 205 students registered and 152 students were placed during IIT Palakkad placements 2024. 185 offers were made in 2024 as well.
The highest and average package grabbed by IIT Palakkad students stood at INR 47.12 LPA and INR 13.82 LPA, respectively. The BTech average package recorded during the placement drive 2025 was INR 13.98 LPA. The average package recorded in the BTech branch during the placement drive 2025 is listed here:
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BTech Branch |
Average Package 2024 |
Average Package 2025 |
|---|---|---|
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INR 19.09 LPA |
INR 17.45 LPA |
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INR 16.7 LPA |
INR 15.5 LPA |
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INR 11.52 LPA |
INR 10.89 LPA |
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INR 9.01 LPA |
INR 7.37 LPA |
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The branch-wise highest package offered during IIT Palakkad MTech placements 2024 is presented below:
MTech Branch | Highest Package (2024) |
|---|---|
Data Science | INR 19.29 LPA |
Computing and Mathematics | INR 16 LPA |
System on Chip Design | INR 20 LPA |
Power Electronics and Power Systems | INR 19.29 LPA |
Manufacturing and Materials | INR 19.29 LPA |
Geotechnical | INR 6.5 LPA |
The branch-wise placement rate recorded during IIT Palakkad BTech placements 2024 is presented below:
BTech Branch | Students Registered (2024) | Students Placed (2024) | Placement Percentage (2024) |
|---|---|---|---|
CSE | 43 | 40 | 93.02% |
Electrical | 36 | 25 | 69.44% |
Mechanical | 30 | 24 | 80% |
Civil | 19 | 16 | 84.21% |
IIT Palakkad Courses and Fees 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) extends a range of UG, PG and PhD programmes across disciplines such as Chemistry, Civil Engineering, Humanities & Social Sciences, Mechanical Engineering, etc. including:
- At the UG level the institute offers a four-year BTech programme across several specialisations such as Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering.
- While the IIT Palakkad MSc is offered in Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics specialisations.
- Also, the IIT Palakkad MTech had only two specialisations earlier, i.e, Geotechnical Engineering and Manufacturing and Materials Engineering under MTech programme.
- The institute has since introduced four more specialisations which includes Computing and Mathematics, Data Science, Power Electronics and Power Systems, System-on-Chip Design. With the Data Science course in Palakkad being particularly popular among students.
- Apart from these, the institute also offers MS by Research across four disciplines
- As well as PhD programmes in Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemistry, Mathematics, Physics and Humanities and Social Sciences.
Students can also opt for a number of certificate programmes such as the IIT Palakkad Applied Data Science. The IIT Palakkad fee structure for programmes such as BTech is around INR 1 Lakh per semester. While other courses such as MTech has fees of around INR 5K per semester.
Quick Fact: IIT Palakkad recently introduced a free 12-week AI course known as the Applied Accelerated Artificial Intelligence and is available online on the National Programme and Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) platform.
The below table enlists IIT Palakkad courses along with the eligibility criteria and the total course fee:
| Courses | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
B.E. / B.Tech(6 courses) | 10+2 : 75 % Exams : JEE MainJEE Advanced | |
M.E./M.Tech(10 courses) | 20 KGet Fee Details | Exams : GATE |
M.Sc.(3 courses) | 12 KGet Fee Details | Exams : IIT JAM |
Ph.D.(12 courses) | 15 KGet Fee Details | – / – |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
During JoSAA Counselling, a category-wise cutoffs are released for IIT Palakkad. IIT Palakkad cutoff 2023 ranks for BTech in Computer Science and Engineering has been released for other than General category are
- 1735 for OBC
- 735 for SC
- 400 for ST
- 755 for EWS
While the admissions are based on the scores/rank obtained in JEE Advanced, the last cut offs also change a lot depending on All India quota or Home State. It also varies if the applicant is a female.
No, MSc at IIT Palakkad is not very costly. The total tuition fee of MSc at IIT Palakkad is INR 12,000. Candidates need to pay the course fee to confirm their seat. This number is taken from the official sources. It can change.
IIT Palakkad Cutoff 2025
IIT Palakkad cutoff 2025 has been released for BTech and Integrated BTech courses based on candidates' performance in the JEE Advanced entrance exam. The JoSSA 2025 Seat Allotment result has been released as opening and closing ranks for different categories of students belonging to the AI quota.
The Round 6 Closing Rank in 2025 had CSE as the most competitive specialisation with a cutoff of 6454 while Civil Engineering had a cutoff of 16753 being the easiest cutoff. Aspirants can check out the IIT Palakkad JEE Advanced cutoff 2025 across different specialisations, rounds, and categories on the institute or Shiksha pages.
IIT JAM Round 2 Closing Rank (General-All India)
| Course | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc. in Physics | 681 | 683 | 721 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry | 633 | 644 | 744 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics | 109 | 523 | 647 |
JEE Advanced Round 1 Closing Rank (General-All India)
| Course | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech. in Civil Engineering | 14170 | 14852 | 15739 |
| B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering | 5556 | 5736 | 6556 |
| B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering | 8777 | 9210 | 9542 |
| B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering | 10977 | 11216 | 11591 |
| B.Tech. in Data Science and Engineering | 6843 | 7559 | 8826 |
Commonly asked questions On Cutoffs
Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For general category under All India, opening rank was 4531 and closing rank was 5162. Cut off are different when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. In All India, opening and closing rank for female candidates was 1532 and 8709. Admission to B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering in IIT Palakkad - Indian Institute of Technology is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam JEE Advanced. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.
Yes, you could get into IIT Palakkad for the MSc course admission, with a cutoff rank of 700 if you belong to the OBC category under the All India quota.
For this category, the IIT Palakkad cutoff 2026 was published for round 1. The first round cutoff varied between 759 and 1019. Students can refer to the table below to know which courses can be availed with a rank of 700.
| Category | IIT Palakkad cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. in Physics | 1019 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry | 759 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics | 759 |
Note: The cutoff for other categories will vary.
IIT Palakkad cut off 2023 for JAM 2023 Third Admission List, the opening and closing ranks for MSc Chemistry are 332 and 654, respectively. Tabulated below are IIT JAM 2023 Opening Ranks (ORs) and Closing Ranks (CRs) for various MSc specialisations offered by IIT Palakkad:
| MSc/ MSc - PhD Specialisation | ORs | CRs |
|---|---|---|
| Chemistry | 332 | 654 |
| Mathematics | 279 | 510 |
| Physics | 572 | 671 |
IIT Palakkad Popular Programmes 2026
The Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad is known for its flagship BTech programme extended across the 5+ specialisations of:
- Civil Engineering
- Data Science & Engineering
- CSE
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
As one of the top IITs the institute offers these courses with full support as a Tier-1 Engineering institute featuring top-notch infrastructure. These programmes are popular among students for their career prospects after graduation with IIT Palakkad alumni able to take up roles in banking, software, research, hardware design, etc. For more information about IIT Palakkad Courses check out the below video:
Commonly asked questions On Popular Programs
IIT Pallakad offers a two-year MSc programme at PG level. Candidates can check below the MSc courses being offered at IIT Palakkad:
- MSc in Mathematics
- MSc in Physics
- MSc in Chemistry
The course fees for the BTech and M.Tech programmes at Institute of Technology Palakkad consists largely of tuition fees being:
- Around INR 1 Lakhs per semester for the 4-year BTech programme.
- While the M.Tech tuition fees are around INR 5K per semester for the 2-year programme.
Students may also have other extra charges such as examination fees, security deposit, etc.
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Value for Money3.9IIT Palakkad Rankings 2025
IIT Palakkad has been ranked by some of the prestigious ranking bodies. Interested students can check the IIT Palakkad rankings by NIRF Rankings 2025 in the table given here below:
| Ranking body | Category | Rank (2025) |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Ranking 2025 | Engineering | 64 |
| NIRF Ranking 2025 | Overall | 101-150 |
| Publisher | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 69 | 64 | 64 |
Commonly asked questions On Rankings
As per the NIRF 2025 Rankings, IIT Palakkad secured the 64th rank in the Engineering category. This position reflects the institute's steady growth in academic and research excellence.
IIT Palakkad scores particularly well in Teaching, Learning & Resources (TLR) and Graduation Outcomes (GO). These metrics highlight the institute's successful placement or higher education transition of its graduating students.
IIT Palakkad Admission Updates 2026
Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad admission 2026 is primarily entrance-based. Students can apply online through the respective Exam and Counselling portals. Interested candidates can learn more about IIT Palakkad admissions, in the sections below:
IIT Palakkad BTech Admissions
For admission to its flagship BTech programme, students must appear for JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Further candidates must go through JoSAA counselling, while the course eligibility as shown here:
- BTech: Pass Class 12 with minimum 75% scores in subjects Physics, Chemistry and Maths.
IIT Palakkad Other Courses: Admissions
While admissions to its other MTech and MS (by Research) courses are based on GATE and IIT JAM scores, respectively. While the seat allottment is carried out through their respective counselling bodies. Students must also graduate from a recognised university in relevant discipline (minimum 60% in BTech for MTech) to be eligibile.
Interested students can also learn more about the IIT Palakkad admission process through the video below:
Candidates can check the IIT Palakkad admission dates for 2026 in the table provided below:
M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2026
Eligibility- Accepting Exams: GATE
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
1 Jun '26 - 31 Dec '26 | GATE 2026 Scorecard by paying a fee of INR 500 per test paperOngoing |
M.Sc. Admissions 2026
Eligibility- Accepting Exams: IIT JAM
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
3 Jun '26 - 3 Jul '26 | Opening and Closing of Withdrawal OptionOngoing |
9 Jul '26 | Donwload offer letter |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
Candidates were able to make choices during JoSAA counselling till June 11.
The general documents required for IIT Palakkad admissions are as shown here:
- Phone number & email ID
- Academic details related to Class 12th and Class 10th Cleared exams
- Scanned copies of certificates of the category of students
- Scanned copies of the photograph and signature of students as per the specifications given by NTA
- Credit card/ Debit card/ UPI details for the fee payment of the application.
- Entrance Exam score card (JEE Mains, GATE, etc.)
While PG courses such as MTech, MSc, etc. also requires Graduation degree or marksheet.
Candidates wishing to take admission in M.Tech at IIT Palakkad should have passed BTech in relevant stream with at least 60% aggregate score. They need to qualify GATE exam and undergo CCMT counselling process for getting a seat.
IIT Palakkad cutoff 2026 was released for round 1 regarding MSc course admission. The cutoff was published for various All India quota categories.
For the General AI category, the first round cutoff ranged from 614 to 665. To know the IIT Palakkad category-wise cutoff 2026, students can refer to the table below.
| Category | IIT Palakkad cutoff 2026 |
|---|---|
| General | 614 - 665 |
| OBC | 759 - 1019 |
| SC | 1546 - 2500 |
| ST | 2639 - 4016 |
| EWS | 742 - 1021 |
IIT Palakkad Application Process 2026
Admission to the BTech course is based on JEE Main, JEE Advanced scores followed by JoSAA Counselling. In order to apply for BTech at IIT Palakkad, students are required to apply via JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced application. Interested students can check the IIT Palakkad application process here:
- Open the official website (jeemain.nta.nic.in) and click on the ‘Registration for JEE (Main) 2026’ link.
- Fill the registration form with the required information followed by clicking on the 'submit' button.
- Fill out the detailed application form and upload scanned images and documents.
- Pay the application fees.
Commonly asked questions On Application Process
Admissions to the different BTech, M.Tech and MSc courses of Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad will depend on entrance exam scores such as JEE Mains, GATE, etc. But it is difficult to say whether getting into IIT Palakkad is tough or easy and will depend on the:
- Candidate's level of preparation
- Competition
- Available seats
- Exam Difficulty
As well as a number of other factors that will not be discussed here.
The application process for IIT Palakkad admissions is as shown here:
- Register for required entrance exams through the portal such as (jeemain.nta.nic.in).
- Register as an applicant, filling the form, submitting documents and paying application fees.
- Appear for the exam then go for counselling.
- Select IIT Palakkad as preferred institute.
Students must also upload the required documents and pay application fees for smooth admissions.
There are no separate application fees for Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad admissions though students must pay a registration fee of INR 300 up enrollment after admissions. Students must also pay the required entrance exam's own separate registration fees to the conducting body.
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CompareIIT Palakkad Scholarships 2026
IIM Palakkad offers various scholarships to its students through National Scholarship Portal, UGC and AICTE. Apart from this, the college also offers scholarships for BTech and MSc courses. Candidates can check the IIT Palakkad scholarships in the following table:
- For BTech course
| Name of Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria | Amount of Scholarship Awarded |
|---|---|---|
| Full Fee Remission | Annual Family income below INR 1 lakh per annum |
Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 1 lakh per semester).
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| Two Third Fee Remission | Annual Family Income between INR 1 lakh and below INR 5 lakhs per annum |
Two Third Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 66,667 per semester).
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| SC/ ST Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.50 lakhs and belonging to SC/ST community |
Hostel accommodation and dining charges are waived off (approximately INR 27,000 per semester ) + INR 250 per month as pocket money for four months in a semester
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| PwD Fee Waiver | Certificate to prove disability |
Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 1 lakh per semester)
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- For MSc course
| Name of Scholarship | Eligibility Criteria |
Amount of Scholarship Awarded
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|---|---|---|
| MCM scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.5 lakh per annum and provided for 25 % of the sanctioned strength based on the JAM rank |
Full Tuition Fee Waiver (INR 3,000 per semester) + INR 1,000 per month as pocket money for four months in a semester.
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| Prof Valsakumar Memorial Merit cum Means Scholarship | MSc Physics student with highest JAM rank with INR 4.5 lakhs and below annual family income |
INR 35,000 to a student in a year.
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| SC/ ST Scholarship | Annual family income below INR 4.50 lakhs and belonging to SC/ ST community |
Hostel accommodation and dining charges are waived off (approximately INR 27,000 per semester, based on actuals ) + INR 250 per month as pocket money for four months in a semester.
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Commonly asked questions On Scholarships
SC/ST students with a family income below INR 4.5 Lacs receive a full tuition and hostel fee waiver, free messing, and pocket allowance of INR 250 per month.
The MCM Scholarship is given to 25% of high-achieving students with an annual family income of less than INR 4.5 L. It provides a full tuition fee waiver (INR 1 Lacs per semester) as well as a monthly pocket allowance of INR 1,000.
Yes, the institute provides scholarships such as Merit Cum Means Scholarships for Professional and Technical Courses, Scholarships for Students with Disabilities, Top Class Education Scheme for SC students, National Fellowship and Scholarships for Higher Education for ST students, Central Sector Scheme For Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles, Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for RPF/RPSF and Financial Support to the students of NER for Higher Professional Courses (NEC Merit scholarship).
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The IIT Palakkad campus has a well-laid infrastructure with laboratories, classrooms, a library, hostels, and cafeterias. While some of the other campus facilities include:
- A fully Wi-Fi campus
- Well-equipped conference hall and seminar hall
- Library
- Full-time internet connectivity
- Hostel facility for boys & girls
IIT Palakkad: How to reach?
The Institute has various means to travel to the Institute. IIT Palakkad is well connected to the roadways. For candidates coming in from various parts of India, airways and railways is an affordable option. The Institute can be reached through public transports as well within the city. Coimbatore International Airport (CJB) and Palakkad Junction Railway Station (PGT) are the some of the options to ease out the candidates for airway and railway means.
Check out more on IIT Palakkad Infrastructure in the below videos:
Library
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Sports Complex
Labs
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Based on 19 Student ResponsesSports facilities
Multiple sports grounds & coaching present
College events
Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events
Mess food
Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic
Attendance policy
Incomplete attendance invites penalty
Dress code
Students can wear whatever they want
Additional expenses
Requirement to eat out despite mess fees
Consequence of rules violation
Rule breakers are let off with a warning
Outside movement of girl students
Allowed within restricted timings
IIT Palakkad FAQs
The Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) around Indian Institute of Technology Palakkadare given in the space below. These given FAQs offer a better understanding and answer a majority of the student queries.
Refer the table below for IIT Palakkad placement statistics 2024 comparison with IIT Jammu placements 2024:
Particulars | IIT Palakkad Placement Statistics (2024) | IIT Jammu Placement Statistics (2024) |
|---|---|---|
Companies participated | 168 | 175 |
Placement percentage | 74.15% | 70.8% |
Average package | INR 13.82 LPA | INR 15.5 LPA |
Highest package | INR 47.12 LPA | INR 53 LPA |
Established in 2015, IIT Palakkad is one of the third generation IITs in India. IIT Palakkad is currently being mentored by IIT Madras. The institute has been ranked 64 under the Engineering category by the NIRF Ranking 2025. Talking about the placements, the highest and average package offered during IIT Palakkad BTech placements 2025 stands at INR 52 LPA and INR 13.98 LPA, respectively. As of now, over 122 offers have been provided to students during IIT Palakkad placements.
The branch-wise placement rate recorded during IIT Palakkad MTech placements 2024 is presented below:
MTech Branch | Placement Percentage (2024) |
|---|---|
Data Science | 78.57% |
Computing and Mathematics | 100% |
System on Chip Design | 73.33% |
Power Electronics and Power Systems | 85.71% |
Manufacturing and Materials | 42.86% |
Geotechnical | 30% |
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Anything you would want to ask experts?Answered 2 months ago
No, you cannot take direct admisison at IIT Palakkad. The college accepts valid score and rank of national-level entrance exam followed by counselling. Applicants need to appear for JEE Main and JEE Advance for taking admission in BTech programme at IIT Palakkad. For MSc, students need to qualify II
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Below mentioned are some of the scholarships to the B.Tech students at IIT Palakkad:
| Scholarship | Amount of Scholarship Rewarded |
|---|---|
| Full Fee Remission | INR 100000 per semester |
| Two Third Fee Remission | INR 66,667 per semester |
| MCM Scholarship | INR 1,00,000 per semester + INR 1000 as pocket money for four months in a semester |
| SC/ ST Scholarship | Hostel accommodation and dining charges are waived off (INR 27,000 per semester) + INR 250 per month as pocket money for four months in a semester |
| PwD Fee Waiver | INR 1,00,000 per semester |
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IIT Palakkad offers PG courses such as MSc and M.Tech in different specialisations. Check the below eligibility for PG programmes at IIT Palakkad:
| Course | Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MTech | BE/BTech degree in relevant discipline with at least 60% marks |
| MSc | Bachelor's degree (Science) in relevant discipline |
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Answered 2 months ago
IIT Palakkad takes admission into the BTech programme primarily based on the score and rank of JEE Main and JEE Advance. But, only the candidates who score at least 75% in Class 12 are eligible to sppear for JEE Advance. Hence, Candidates with 68% in Class 12 cannot take admission in BTech at IIT Pa
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Getting admission into IIT Palakkad is quite competitive. The college accepts score of national-level entrance exam followed by respective counselling. Check below the entrance exam required for respective courses:
- BTech: JEE Main and Advance
- MTech: GATE
- MSc: IIT JAM
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