IIIT Guwahati (IIITG): Cutoff, Placement, Fees, Ranking, Admission 2025, Courses

Yes, the Indian Institutes of Information Technology Guwahati recognises the need to support the underprivileged section of society. For this motive, the institute provides a relaxation in the eligibility criteria for candidates belonging to the reserved category.

For general category students, the minimum eligibility criteria is set at 60% or 6.0 CGPA in a bachelor's degree. While for students belonging to the SC/ST/PwD category, the institute offers a 5% relaxation in the eligibility criteria. Thus, candidates who belong to the aforementioned categories are eligible if they have secured a minimum of 55% marks in aggregate in a bachelor's degree.

The specialisation-wise offers made during IIIT Guwahati placements 2023 and 2024 are presented below:

Particulars	Offers made (2022)	Offers made (2023)	Offers made (2024)
BTech CSE	153	148	94
BTech ECE	80	43	15

Note: The above-mentioned placement data for 2024 is updated till April 30, 2024.

IIIT Guwahati M.Tech admission process begins by filling out an application form. The form can be downloaded from the institute's admission portal. Check out the below section to know the next steps:

1. Visit the online admission portal of the institute and click on the 'Apply Now' button

2. It leads to a google form.

3. Fill out the google form with all relevant details and upload the scanned copy of the application form.

4. Click on the submit button to apply.

The fee structure of PhD at IIIT Guwahati is as mentioned below:

Particulars	Amount
Tuition Fee	INR 5,000 per semester
Institute Caution Money	INR 5,000 (One-time refundable)
Total	INR 10,000

IIIT Guwahati released its Last Round cutoff in 2024 across All India and Female categories for CSE and ECE courses. Among both the courses, the most competitive course was Computer Science and Engineering. With a rank of 42904, candidates got admission at IIIT Guwahati in 2024. As per the cutoff trend from previous and current years, it is possible that an increase in the cutoff can assumed to be visible in 2025. In 2023 and 2022, the BTech in CSE cutoff stood at 37074 and 34625, respectively.

NTA has released JEE Main Session 2 results on Apr 28. To check JEE Main Session 2 results, candidates must follow the step-by-step process mentioned below: 

• Visit the official website of NTA JEE Main result at jeemain.nta.nic.in 2023.

• On the latest news banner, click on ‘View JEE Main 2023 result’ or ‘View score card’.

• On the next page, enter the application number, date of birth and security pin 

• Next, click on 'Submit'.

• on the next page, JEE Main Result 2023 along with scores will appear on the screen.

The Students’ Gymkhana at IIIT Guwahati is managed by a Students' Gymkhana Council to promote various co-curricular activities. This Council fosters and promotes technical, cultural, sports and welfare activities in the Institute. The Students' Gymkhana Council comprises four boards: Technical Board, Cultural Board, Sports Board, and Welfare Board.

Each Board promotes activities related to student's overall well-being through various co-curricular activities and by ensuring the constant grooming of professional, communication, soft, and relevant life skills.

The Indian Institute of Information Technology Guwahati (IIIT Guwahati) offerd two years M.Tech programme under multiple sprcialisations, including Computer Science & Engineering. The BTech CSE eligibility criteria is as follows:

• Candidates with BE/BTech degree in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology / equivalent programme.
• Candidates with MSc (Computer Science/Information Technology) 
• Graduates (AMIETE) from the Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (IETE) in Computer Science and Engineering
• MCA from a recognised Institution.

NOTE: Candidates with any one of the above mentioned eligibility criteria will be eligible for admission.

The total seat intake of IIIT Guwahati BTech is 254. The table given below showcases the distribution of seats among the two specialisations offered at IIIT Guwahati:

Specialisation	Seats
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	89
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	165

According to the IIIT Guwahati JoSAA Round 6 cutoff in 2023, the closing ranks for all BTech specializations ranged between 25665 and 42789. The most competitive specialisation has been Computer Science and Engineering with a closing rank of 25665 , followed by Electronics and Communication Engineering with 42789rank.

However, Computer Science and Engineering, when compared to the previous year's cutoff, has revealed a decline in the level of competition as the cutoff for 2022 was 23560.

• The Indian Institute of Information Technology Guwahati (IIIT Guwahati) is one of the prestigious institutes in India focused on information technology education and research. While it shares its name with other IIITs in India, each IIIT has its own unique features and characteristics. Here are some aspects that make IIIT Guwahati unique, Location: IIIT Guwahati is located in Guwahati, the largest city in Northeast India.
• The institute is surrounded by lush greenery, scenic landscapes, and the rich cultural heritage of the region. Its location in the northeast provides a distinct cultural experience and exposure to the diverse traditions of the region. Curriculum: IIIT Guwahati offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various disciplines of information technology.
• The curriculum is designed to provide students with a strong foundation in computer Science and engineering while emphasising interdisciplinary learning and research. Research Focus: The institute focuses on cutting-edge research in emerging areas of information technology. Faculty members and researchers at IIIT Guwahati actively engage in research projects related to artificial intelligence, data Science, cybersecurity, computer vision, natural language processing, and other relevant domains.
• Industry Collaborations: The institute has strong collaborations with industries, research organizations, and academic institutions. These collaborations provide opportunities for internships, joint research projects, and industry exposure for the students. Industry professionals are often invited as guest lecturers to share their expertise and insights with the students. Infrastructure: IIIT Guwahati boasts state-of-the-art infrastructure and facilities to support academic and research activities. It has well-equipped laboratories, modern classrooms, a library with a vast collection of resources, and advanced computing facilities. The campus also provides amenities like hostels, sports facilities, and recreational spaces.
• Cultural and Extracurricular Activities: IIIT Guwahati encourages students to participate in cultural and extracurricular activities alongside their academic pursuits. The institute hosts various cultural festivals, technical events, and sports competitions, providing students with a well-rounded learning experience and opportunities for personal growth. And its infrastructure is still improving as we speak.

IIIT Guwahati BTech seats are filled by the Joint Seat Allocation Seat (JoSAA) after qualifying the JEE Main exam. The counselling body doesn't have any registrtaion fee, the filling-in of choices on the online portal is free of cost. However, candidates might have pay the seat acceptance fee . The documents uploaded by the candidate will not be verified unless the candidate pays the seat acceptance fee. General/Open category candidates are required to pay a fee of INR 35,000, whereas SC, Gen-PwD, ST, OBC-NCL-PwD, ST-PwD, and SC-PwD have to pay INR15,000 through e-challan or through SBI net banking. The fees will be included in the semester fees once students confirm their admission.

BTech is the flagship programme of IIIT Guwahati. Students pursuing BTech from IIITG are open to excellent placement opportunities. The the highest and average package offered during IIIT Guwahati BTech placements 2023 stood at INR 120 LPA and INR 15.5 LPA, respectively. The placement rate recorded during IIIT Guwahati BTech placements 2023 was 89.19%. Below are Shiksha students reviews on IIIT Guwahati BTech:

 

For admission to M.Tech programme, candidates are required to meet the minimum eligibility criteria as given below: 

Eligibility Criteria: Engineering Graduate in relevant specialisation with a minimum of 60% aggregate or equivalent CGPA

Selection Criteria: GATE/ NET + Interview/ Written test

{Source: B.E. / B.Tech students & alumni}

Effectiveness of the Placement Cell for B.E./B.Tech Programs at IIIT Guwahati

* Placement Statistics: According to student reviews, nearly 90% of students get placed in various companies, with an average salary package of around INR12.7 LPA (INR1.23 crore). The highest salary package offered is INR56 LPA, while the lowest is INR5 LPA.
* Recruiting Companies: Top companies such as Amazon, Deloitte, Tekion, Mindtickle, Gamescraft, Info Edge, Commvault, Alvara, Juspay, and Sri Delhi visit the campus to recruit students.
* Internship Opportunities: Although limited, internship opportunities are available for students, with around 70-80 companies participating in the process.
* Placement Process: Students receive assistance from the placement cell in preparing for interviews, resume-building, and other aspects of the placement process.

It's essential to note that the placement cell seems to be effective in providing students with job opportunities, with a significant percentage of students getting placed annually. Additionally, the cell provides support to students throughout the placement process, making it easier for them to secure jobs.

The IIIT Guwahati the highest package offered during the 2024 placement drive stood at INR 52 LPA. The following table showcases the highest package offered between 2022 and 2024 placement drives at the IIIT Guwahati: 

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2022)	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
the highest package	INR 61.5 LPA	INR 120 LPA	INR 52 LPA

Yes, students can get into IIIT Guwahati with any percentage in 10th or 12th, there is no specific percentage criteria is mentioned by the authorities to be eligible for GATE exam. However, candidates must have secured at least 60% marks in aggregate or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale (55% marks or 6.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale in case of SC/ ST) in (i) BSc / BSc (Hons) / BCA / BIT of minimum three years full-time with Mathematics/Statistics/Equivalent subject as one of the subjects from a recognised University.

• Similarly, SC/ST candidates must have secured at least 55% marks in aggregate or 6.5 CGPA on a 10-point scale in (i) BSc/BSc (Hons)/BCA/BIT of minimum 3 years full-time with Mathematics/Statistics/Equivalent subject as one of the subjects from a recognised University.

Yes, IIIT Guwahati offers a MTech programme with various specialisations. Some of the specialisations are also offered in online mode. To know more, check out the below table:

Particulars	Statistics
Duration	Two years
Mode	Full time
Eligibility	BE/BTech degree in relevant discipline with 6.5 CGPA or 60%
Selection Criteria	GATE/NET scores + Interview
Fee	INR 3 Lacs to INR 4.3 lakh

Note: The above information is taken from official sources. However, it is subject to change.

The IIIT Guwahati average package offered during the 2024 placement drive stood at INR 14.88 LPA. Further, IIIT Guwahati  CSE average package offered in 2024 stood at INR 15.26 LPA. The branch-wise average package offered during IIIT Guwahati placements for the BTech Class of 2024 is presented below:

Particulars	Average Package (2024)
	INR 14.88 LPA
BTech CSE	INR 15.26 LPA
BTech ECE	INR 13.10 LPA

Note: Average package 2024 is updated till April 30, 2024, which as per the official website is likely to increase.

Further, a fluctuating trend was witnessed in the IIIT Guwahati average package offered over the past three years during IIIT Guwahati placements, which is presented below:

The average salary trends witnessed during IIIT Guwahati BTech placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	Average Package (2022)	Average Package (2023)	Average Package (2024)
BTech (Overall)	INR 15.34 LPA	INR 15.5 LPA	INR 14.88 LPA
BTech CSE	INR 17.76 LPA	INR 17 LPA	INR 15.26 LPA
BTech ECE	INR 10.67 LPA	INR 11 LPA	INR 13.10 LPA