IIT Bombay - Indian Institute of Technology Mumbai Answered Questions

IIT Bombay offers a diverse range of branches across various departments. The branches are:Civil EngineeringElectrical EngineeringComputer Science & EngineeringAerospace EngineeringChemical EngineeringMechanical EngineeringMetallurgical Engineering & Materials ScienceEngineering PhysicsEnergy Engineering

IIT Bombay does not offer complete free education. However, students can apply for scholarships to recieve a free education at IIT Bombay. Candidates can refer to the table below to know about the various scholarships:ScholarshipDetailsFree messing (SC/ ST)The facilities of free messing will be granted to eligible SC/ST studentsInstitute merit-cum-meansAcademic merit, as well as means, will be taken into account to determine eligibilityNamed scholarshipsOffice of the Dean Alumni & Corporate Relations manages the Named scholarship endowed by the alumni of IIT Bombay and other well-wishersRemission of feesThe students whose gross income of parents for the previous financial year is not more than INR 5 LPA are eligible to apply for Remission of feesFree messing (SC/ ST) - MScAll SC/ ST students are exempted from the payment of tuition feesNamed scholarships - MScOffice of the Dean Alumni & Corporate Relations manages the named scholarship endowed by the alumni of the IIT Bombay and other well-wishersInstitute merit-cum-means - MScThe scholarship is given to students with income up to INR 1 Lacs - 5 Lacs per annum

IIT Bombay life is a remarkable and essential time in a person’s life, and everyone should enjoy it. College life teaches us many things and builds our confidence to face the challenges and struggles in our future. It is entirely different from school life. College life exposes us to new experiences and things that we were not familiar with earlier. For some people, college life means enjoying life to the fullest and partying hard. For others, it means studying hard to achieve their goals and dreams. Life at IIT Bombay is vibrant, energetic and thrilling all in one. The college is well known for providing students with the best campus life and several provisions to fulfill most requirements any student can face during their time at IIT.

Admission to BTech courses in IIT Bombay is subject to fulfiment of the eligibility requirements for JEE Main and JEE Advanced. The students who have passed Class 12 in Science stream with at least 75% aggregate (65% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD) are eligible to apply. Candidate should have passed the qualifying exam from a recognised board. In addition, it is also crucial that the applicant hold the relevant documents as a proof of eligibility.

Yes,  IIT Bombay offers 2 MBA courses through the  Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management (SJMSOM).Candidates for admission to the Management programme must have a valid CAT score. It is also critical that the candidate meets the qualifying requirements. Furthermore, the ultimate seat allocation is based on CAT result, applicants' graduation, postgraduate/professional performance, and job experience. Candidates are chosen for a personal interview round based on all of these factors. The total number of seats available is 152. The IIMs play no influence in the selection of candidates for admission to IITB's MBA program. For further information, please visit this page. 

Below is the IIT Bombay eligibility criteria for MDes Mobility and Vehicle Design course:Candidates need to pass four-year bachelor's degree in Design/ Engineering/ Architecture/ Interior Design (BPlan considered equivalent to BArch and four-year BSc Engineering course after HSC considered equivalent to BE/ BTech) or, Professional Diploma in Design (minimum 4 years) or,BFA Sculpture (4-year professional programme with entry after Class 12) to apply for IIT Bombay MDes Mobility and Vehicle Design course.

You can use a handful of these strategies to prepare yourself to get into IIT Bombay:focus on mastering the JEE Advanced syllabus, emphasizing topics like mathematics, physics, and chemistry.Practice regularly with mock exams to enhance time management and problem-solving skills.Strengthen your conceptual understanding of key subjects and stay updated on current affairs for interviews.Engage in extracurricular activities to showcase a well-rounded personality, as IITs often consider more than just academic achievements.Familiarize yourself with the campus culture and explore research opportunities.Additionally, develop strong communication skills as interviews may assess both technical and interpersonal abilities.Ultimately, dedication, consistent effort, and a holistic approach to personal development will contribute in getting you into  IIT Bombay.

The institute offers fellowships to PhD students. Additionally, the PhD students also receive a QIP scholarship of INR 6,000 for a duration of two years and INR 6,400 in the third year and INR 10,000 contingency per annum. There are different types of scholarships available such as CSIR fellowship, Teaching Assistantship, Research Assistantship, and Private/Government scholarships.

Candidates seeking admission with a valid Bachelor's degree with 60% aggregate (55% aggregate for SC/ST/PwD) are eligible to apply. Eligible students can visit the IIT Bombay website (iitb.ac.in) to fill out the online form. Further, the selection is through GATE/MAAT exam followed by an interview round.