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IIT Guwahati - Admission 2026, Fees, Courses, Cutoff, Placement, Ranking

Explore IIT Guwahati 2026 admissions, courses, scholarships, campus facilities, placements, and student life. Ranked among India’s top IITs with riverside campus and strong research, innovation, and global collaborations.

LocationGuwahati (Assam)
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NIRF Rank#11
Highest Package2.05 Crore
Year of Establishment1994
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Updated on - Dec 15, 2025 01:14 PM IST

IIT Guwahati Latest Updates

The JEE Advanced 2026 syllabus is out. Candidates can access and download the syllabus through the official website, jeeadv.ac.in. The JEE Advanced 2026 exam is set to be conducted on May 17, 2026.

The JEE Advanced 2026 exam schedule will be released soon on jeeadv.ac.in. The exam is expected to take place in the third week of May 2026, while registrations are likely to begin in April 2026 after the announcement of JEE Main Session 2 results. JEE Advanced will be conducted in a computer-based format and will comprise two papers.

The GATE 2026 Admit Card for Computer Science & IT will be available on January 2, 2026 at gate2026.iitg.ac.in. The CS exam is scheduled for February 8, 2026, and will be held in two sessions: CS1 from 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM and CS2 from 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM.

About IIT Guwahati

IIT Guwahati, established in 1994, is a premier government institute in India known for its scenic 700-acre Brahmaputra riverside campus. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate, dual degree, and doctoral programs in engineering, design, sciences, management, and humanities. Ranked 8th in engineering by NIRF 2025. Admissions are based on national-level entrance exams like JEE Advanced, UCEED, IIT JAM, GATE, and CEED. The campus is equipped with modern hostels, advanced labs, libraries, sports complexes, medical facilities, and 24/7 high-speed internet. IITG emphasizes research and innovation, with 10 major research centers, over 150 patents filed, and global collaborations with MIT, Duke, and NUS. Students actively participate in cultural, technical, entrepreneurial, and sports events like Alcheringa, Techniche, Inter-IIT sports, and UDGAM. Scholarships, merit aids, and stipends support deserving students.

 IIT Guwahati’s placements are strong, with top recruiters like Google, Microsoft, Bajaj, and HPCL offering packages up to ₹2.05 Cr. The institute combines academic excellence with holistic student growth.

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FAQs About IIT Guwahati: Programs, Facilities & Placements

How are placements at IIT Guwahati?
IIT Guwahati has strong placements with top companies like Google, Microsoft, Bajaj, and HPCL. Packages go up to ₹2.05 Cr, reflecting the institute’s focus on academic excellence and student growth.
What facilities are available at IIT Guwahati?
The campus has modern hostels, advanced labs, libraries, sports complexes, medical facilities, and 24/7 high-speed internet, supporting both academic and extracurricular activities.
What programs does IIT Guwahati offer?
IIT Guwahati offers undergraduate, postgraduate, dual degree, and doctoral programs in engineering, design, sciences, management, and humanities. Admissions are through exams like JEE Advanced, UCEED, IIT JAM, GATE, and CEED.

IIT Guwahati specialties

  • iconRanking : Top National & Global Ranks - Ranked #8 Engineering (NIRF 2025) - Global #344 (QS World 2025)
  • iconRegion : Strategic Northeast Location - Only IIT in Northeast India - Picturesque Brahmaputra river campus
  • iconFees : Mid-Range Fees - Mid - Rs 8-8.56 L (Total)
  • iconROI : Excellent Return on Investment - Excellent - High placements, moderate fees
  • iconFlagship Course : Leading Programs - Computer Science Engineering - Bachelor of Design
  • iconSpecialization : Niche Expertise - Top-ranked Data Science - Petroleum Engineering expertise
  • iconPlacement Focus : Strong Industry Placements - Strong Tech & Core placements - Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Apple
  • iconTop Industries : Diverse Recruiting Sectors - IT/Tech (Google, Microsoft, Apple) - Finance (Goldman Sachs, JP Morgan)
  • iconDiversity : Vibrant Campus Diversity - Diverse students (28 states, 8+ countries) - Improved student gender rati
  • iconInternship : Valuable Internship Opportunities - High PPO conversion rate - Internships at leading tech companies
  • iconPartnerships/Exchange : Global Academic Collaborations - Joint programs with global universities - Extensive international r
  • iconAlumni : Influential Alumni Network - Strong entrepreneurial alumni - Leaders in diverse industries
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IIT Guwahati Highlights 2026

IIT Guwahati, located along the Brahmaputra, offers UG, PG, and PhD programs with strong research, modern hostels, and numerous student clubs. It is highly ranked for engineering and provides excellent placements, scholarships, and a vibrant campus life.

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Established1994
Institute Type Government
ProgramsB.Tech, B.Des, M.Tech, M.Des, MSc, MA, MBA, PhD
Entrance ExamsJEE Advanced, UCEED, IIT JAM, GATE, CEED
Research10+ major centers, 150+ patents filed in 2025
PlacementsTop recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Bajaj, HPCL; Highest Package ₹2.05 Cr
Student Life300+ clubs, Alcheringa, Techniche, UDGAM, Inter-IIT sports
ScholarshipsIMS, SC/ST Waiver, GATE Stipend, Merit-cum-Means
NIRF 2025Engineering: 8, Overall: 11, Research: 10
Campus Size700 Acres, Brahmaputra Riverside
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IIT Guwahati – Additional FAQs for Students

What kind of student activities and festivals are held at IIT Guwahati?
IIT Guwahati hosts many popular festivals and events, including Alcheringa (cultural fest), Techniche (tech fest), and UDGAM (entrepreneurship summit). With over 300 clubs, students participate in sports, arts, coding, robotics, debate, music, and more, creating a vibrant campus atmosphere.
Does IIT Guwahati offer scholarships for students?
Yes, IIT Guwahati provides several scholarships such as IMS, Merit-cum-Means, SC/ST fee waivers, and GATE stipends for postgraduate students. These financial aids help both meritorious and economically weaker students manage their academic expenses.
What makes IIT Guwahati a preferred choice for students?
Students choose IIT Guwahati for its scenic 700-acre Brahmaputra riverside campus, strong academic programs, modern labs, active student clubs, and high placement packages. Its national ranking, research output, and supportive campus life make it one of India’s top technical institutes.

IIT Guwahati Courses and Admission 2025

IIT Guwahati provides a variety of engineering, science, management and design disciplines. These courses are available at several levels, including undergraduate, graduate, doctoral, and dual degree programmes. Courses in each stream are available in a variety of specialties, allowing students to select the course that best meets their needs. Each course has its own set of eligibility requirements, which students should review before applying to any of the IIT Guwahati courses. The following is a list of the courses provided by IIT Guwahati.

CourseDurationGEN/EWS/OBC 1st Year Fees (INR)SC/ST/PwD 1st Year Fees (INR)
BTech Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)4 YearsINR 1,69,581INR 69,581
BDes (Bachelor of Design)4 YearsINR 1,69,581INR 69,581
BS Biomedical Science & Engineering4 YearsINR 1,69,581INR 69,581
MTech / MDes / MS(R) 2 YearsINR 84,581INR 69,581
MA / MSc2 YearsINR 74,581INR 69,581
MBA2 YearsINR 2,94,581INR 69,581 
PhD / Dual Degree5–6 YearsINR 94,581INR 79,581

Admission in IIT Guwahati is done based on entrance exam scores. Candidates have to fill out forms from the counselling authority of the respective exam. During choice filling, candidates have to list IIT Guwahati as a preference. IIT Guwahati admission to B.Tech is given on the basis of JEE Advanced. M.Tech admission requires GATE and M.Sc requires IIT JAM. Here are the details regarding IIT Guwahati admission process and significant dates.

IIT Guwahati Admission JEE Main 2026 Dates (Conducted by NTA)

JEE Main 2026 will be held in two sessions, with Session 1 in January and Session 2 in April. Students should register before deadlines to avoid late fees and ensure smooth exam planning.

EventTentative Date
Session 1 Registration StartOctober 19, 2025 (Tentative Advisory)
Session 1 Registration EndNovember 27, 2025
Session 1 ExamJanuary 21–30, 2026
Session 2 Registration StartTo be announced (Expected February 2026)
Session 2 ExamApril 1–10, 2026
Results (Session-wise)February 2026 (Session 1) ; May 2026 (Session 2)

IIT Guwahati Admission JEE Advanced 2026 Dates

JEE Advanced 2026 will be held on May 17, 2026, with registrations expected to begin in April. Only the top 2.5 lakh JEE Main qualifiers can apply, so scoring well in JEE Main is essential for IIT admissions.

EventTentative Date
Registration StartApril 2026 (Tentative)
Exam (Paper 1 & 2)May 17, 2026 (Sunday)
ResultsLate May / Early June 2026
JoSAA Counseling StartJune 10, 2026

GATE 2026 Dates for IIT Guwahati Admission

GATE 2026, conducted by IIT Guwahati, will be held on February 7–8 and 14–15, 2026. Registrations closed on October 3, with late submissions allowed until October 10. The score remains valid for three years for MTech and PSU opportunities.

EventTentative Date
Registration End (Regular)September 30, 2025
Late Registration EndOctober 10, 2025
Exam DatesFebruary 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
ResultsMarch 19, 2026
Score Card DownloadMay 31, 2026

IIT Guwahati Admission Dates for JAM 2026

IIT JAM 2026, conducted by IIT Bombay, starts registrations on September 5, and the exam will be held on February 15, 2026. Students aiming for IIT Guwahati MSc seats—like the competitive Physics program—should target ranks below 500.

EventTentative Date
JOAPS Registration StartSeptember 5, 2025
Registration EndOctober 12, 2025 (extended to October 20)
Exam DateFebruary 15, 2026 (two shifts)
ResultsMarch 31, 2026
Counseling (CCMN) StartMay 2026

UCEED 2026 Dates for IIT Guwahati Admissions 2026

UCEED 2026 registration is open until November 10, 2025 with a late fee. The exam will be held on January 18, 2026, and results are expected in March 2026.

EventTentative Date
Registration StartOctober 1, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Regular Fee Last DateOctober 31, 2025 (extended till November 5, 2025)
Late Fee Last DateNovember 10, 2025 (5:00 PM)
UCEED 2026 Exam DateJanuary 18, 2026 (9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon)
Result AnnouncementMarch 2026 (Tentative)

IIT Guwahati Admission CEED 2026 Dates

CEED 2026 for MDes admissions begins registration on October 1 and the exam will be held on January 18, 2026. Students targeting IIT Guwahati's 54 MDes seats should prepare well for both Part A and the sketching-based Part B.

EventTentative Date
Registration (Regular Fee)October 1 – November 5, 2025
Late Fee Registration EndNovember 6–10, 2025 (5:00 PM)
Admit Card DownloadJanuary 2, 2026 (1:00 PM)
Exam DateJanuary 18, 2026 (9:00 AM–12:00 Noon)
Draft Answer Key (Part A)January 20, 2026
Final Answer KeyJanuary 28, 2026 (5:00 PM)
Cutoff Marks (Part A)February 5, 2026 (5:00 PM)
ResultsMarch 4, 2026
Scorecard DownloadMarch 10 – July 31, 2026

For IIT Guwahati B.Tech Admissions

Candidates must obtain a minimum of 75% in 10+2 or equivalent examinations with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as primary courses to be eligible for admission to B.Tech at IIT Guwahati. Admission to the B.Tech programme would be based on a valid JEE Main score followed by JEE Advanced.

For IIT Guwahati B.Des Admissions

A 10+2 in any stream from a recognised board is required for admission to the B.Des. programme. Students are admitted to the B.Des. programme through the UCEED test, which is administered by IIT Bombay. For more information on UCEED, go to the UCEED website.

For IIT Guwahati M.Tech Admissions

Candidates must possess a qualifying UG degree in their relevant specialisation. They must have a minimum CPI of 6.0 on a 10-point scale or a minimum of 60% of total/aggregate marks in UG Degree. Selection for M.Tech at IIT Guwahati is based on GATE marks. Candidates possessing a B.Tech degree from an IIT are exempted from the eligibility for a valid GATE score.

For IIT Guwahati M.Des Admissions

With CEED

  • Candidates in this category must have passed the All India Common Entrance Examination for Design with a valid score (CEED). A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in design, engineering, architecture, interior design, or a related profession with a minimum CPI of 6.0 out of 10 or 60 marks is required.
  • NID's 4-year Professional Diploma in Design or CEPT's 5-year Professional Diploma in Design, with a minimum CPI of 6.0 out of 10 or 60% of marks.
  • The final admission of candidates in this category is determined by their performance in the written test and/or interview performed by the relevant academic department/centre, as well as their academic credentials.

Without CEED

  • Candidates in this category must hold a B.Tech or BDes degree from an IIT and have a minimum CPI / CGPA of 8.0 on a 10-point scale. They are exempt from having to have a valid CEED score. A four-year bachelor's degree or equivalent in design, engineering, architecture, interior design, or a related profession with a minimum CPI of 6.0 out of 10 or 60 marks is required.
  • NID's 4-year Professional Diploma in Design or CEPT's 5-year Professional Diploma in Design, with a minimum CPI of 6.0 out of 10 or 60% of marks.
  • The final admission of candidates in this category is determined by their performance in the written test and/or interview performed by the relevant academic department/centre, as well as their academic credentials.

Students applying for Sponsored and Part-Time admission must have at least two years of relevant work experience.

For IIT Guwahati M.Sc Admissions

Candidates must possess a B.Sc degree with a valid IIT-JAM score.

For IIT Guwahati M.Sc (R) Admissions 

Candidates must have a B.E/B.Tech/M.Sc. with a minimum of 60% marks in the Qualifying Degree in a relevant field

For IIT Guwahati MBA Admissions

  • Candidates must possess a Bachelor's or Master's degree with a minimum grade point average of 60% or a CPI or CGPA of 6.0 out of 10.
  • A relaxation of 5% in marks (i.e., minimum 55 per cent) or equivalent in CGPA (i.e., minimum 5.50 on a 10-point scale) is allowed for SC/ST/PwD applicants.
  • Applicants who are in their final year of studies are also eligible to apply. If they are chosen, their admission will be conditional on them meeting the required eligibility criteria by October of the following academic year.
  • A qualifying Common Admissions Test (CAT) score (CAT).

For IIT Guwahati PhD Admissions

  • Candidates must have the minimum qualifying marks in their relevant master’s degree.
  • The final selection is based on a seminar/presentation on a topic of the candidate's choice pertaining to their discipline that will be part of the admissions process.
  • Candidates must create portfolios, projects, and job experiences that are related to their research interests.
  • A formal interview/test will follow the lecture, covering fundamental and advanced themes in the connected issues.
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₹1,24,650 - 8,00,000Fees
4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:JEE Main , JEE Advanced
Courses OfferedView AllB.Tech in Engineering physics , B.Tech. in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence , B.tech in Biosciences and Bioengineering , B.tech in Bio-Engineering , B.tech in Mechanical Engineering
₹8,00,000Fees
4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:UCEED
Courses OfferedView AllBachelor Of Design
₹6,000 - 12,000Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:IIT JAM
Courses OfferedView AllM.Sc in Chemistry , M.sc in Physics , M.Sc. in Mathematics , M.Sc in Mathematics & Computing
₹30,150Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Courses OfferedView AllMA in Humanities and Social Sciences
₹52,150Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:GATE
Courses OfferedView AllM.Tech in CAM , M.tech in Civil Engineering , M.tech in Biosciences and Bioengineering , M.Tech in Computer Science Engineering , M.tech in Chemical Engineering
₹52,150Fees
2 YearsDuration
Study Mode
Courses OfferedView AllMaster of Science by Research in Energy
₹59,150Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:GATE , CEED +3
Courses OfferedView AllMaster of Design
₹10,000Fees
5 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:GATE
Courses OfferedView AllM.Tech + Ph.D in Computer Science Engineering
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IIT Guwahati Admission FAQs

What are the eligibility criteria for IIT Guwahati programs?
Eligibility varies by program: B.Tech needs 75% in 10+2 with PCM, B.Des needs 10+2, M.Tech requires a relevant UG degree, M.Des requires CEED or IIT degree, M.Sc requires B.Sc and IIT JAM, MBA needs a bachelor’s with 60% or CAT score, and PhD requires a relevant master’s with seminars or interviews for final selection.
How can students apply for IIT Guwahati admissions?
Students must apply through the respective entrance exam portals. For B.Tech, JEE Advanced scores are required; for B.Des, UCEED; for M.Tech, GATE; for M.Sc, IIT JAM; and for M.Des, CEED. Sponsored or part-time applicants need work experience, and final admission may include interviews, written tests, or portfolio reviews depending on the program.
What courses are offered at IIT Guwahati?
IIT Guwahati offers B.Tech, B.Des, M.Tech, M.Des, M.Sc, MBA, PhD, and dual degree programs across engineering, design, science, and management. Each program has specific eligibility criteria, and admissions are based on national exams like JEE Advanced, UCEED, GATE, IIT JAM, and CEED, ensuring students are selected for their merit and field of interest.

IIT Guwahati Highlights

IIT Guwahati Placement 2025

IIT Guwahati’s 2025 placements saw strong participation from top companies, offering students roles across software, electronics, core engineering, and more. The presence of leading recruiters like Google, Microsoft, Bajaj, and HPCL made the placement season highly rewarding for students.

ParticularsHighlights
Students Registered1,606
Students Placed1,001
Placement Rate62%
Companies Visited260
Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs)193
Highest Salary PackageINR 1.25 Crore

IIT Guwahati Top Recruiters

IIT Guwahati’s 2025 placement drive saw participation from many top companies across multiple sectors. Students received opportunities from leading firms in software, electronics, core engineering, energy, fintech, and healthcare. Major recruiters included:

  • Google
  • Microsoft
  • Qualcomm
  • Texas Instruments
  • Bajaj
  • HPCL
  • Navi
  • Piramal
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IIT Guwahati Placement Stats 2024

No. of students placed
1124
% of students placed
71
Average Package
36.2 Lacs
Highest Package
2.05 Crore

Sector wise placements

2023 Placement comparison with nearby colleges

Top Recruiters at IIT Guwahati

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IIT Guwahati Cut off 2026 (Expected)

The expected 2026 cutoffs for IIT Guwahati programs show high competition across all streams. CSE, DSAI, B.Des, and top M.Sc/M.Tech specializations require very high ranks or scores, while core engineering branches and some M.Tech programs have relatively wider closing ranks, reflecting varying demand and seat availability across disciplines.

Expected BTech JEE Advanced Cutoff 2026 (General Category)

The expected JEE Advanced 2026 cutoffs for IIT Guwahati show CSE and DSAI with very tight ranks, while core branches like Civil, Mechanical, and Chemical have wider closing ranks, indicating strong competition across all programs.

Program NameOpening RankClosing Rank
Biosciences and Bioengineering6,35011,200
Chemical Engineering4,3006,100
Chemical Science and Technology6,5008,300
Civil Engineering7,3009,800
Computer Science and Engineering520861
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence8801,104
Electronics and Communication Engineering1,5001,895
Electronics and Electrical Engineering1,9502,234
Energy Engineering5,9006,800
Engineering Physics4,7007,500
Mathematics and Computing7801,350
Mechanical Engineering4,0004,961

Expected BDes UCEED Cutoff 2026 (General Category)

The expected JEE UCEED 2026 cutoff for IIT Guwahati B.Des shows very high competition, with opening rank around 20 and closing rank near 105.

Program NameOpening RankClosing Rank
Bachelor of Design20105

Expected MSc IIT JAM Cutoff 2026 (General Category)

The expected IIT JAM 2026 closing ranks for IIT Guwahati M.Sc programs are highly competitive, especially for Mathematics & Computing (66) and Chemistry (73), while Physics and Mathematics have relatively higher closing ranks.

Program NameClosing Rank
M.Sc. in Chemistry73
M.Sc. in Mathematics & Computing66
M.Sc. in Physics258
M.Sc. in Mathematics144

Expected MTech GATE Cutoff 2026 (General Category Scores)

The expected GATE 2026 score range for IIT Guwahati M.Tech programs varies by specialization, with Computer Science, Data Science, and VLSI requiring higher scores (640–720) and branches like Biotechnology and Structural Engineering having lower cutoffs (520–620).

Program NameScore Range
MTech in Computer Science and Engineering670–720
MTech in Communication Engineering620–670
MTech in Structural Engineering570–620
MTech in Thermal and Fluid Engineering540–590
MTech in Power Engineering600–650
MTech in Biotechnology520–570
MTech in Machine Design620–670
MTech in Geotechnical Engineering560–610
MTech in Data Science640–690
MTech in VLSI650–700
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B.Tech

B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Engineering)

MSc

MSc in Mathematics (Science)

B.Des

B.Des in Animation (Design)
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IIT Guwahati Reviews

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Anushka ChoudharyB.Tech in Chemical Science Technology | 2024 | Feb 20, 2024 16:22:43
As it is one of top 7 iits it has students with best brains with whom you will be living it will always push you towards your goals as this will lead to competitive environment and if i talk about its beauty just mesmerising beautiful of beautiful 4 lakes inside campus where we can do spot many couples too.Moreover if we come to placements so yeah decent placements and if you are ready to work hard more nice placement will be fetched . 17 lakhs we can say average package.Hope to see you in IIT Guwahati
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KomalB.Tech in Bio technology | 2024 | Feb 19, 2024 17:19:19
Iit guwahati is by far the best college. The campus is the most beautiful with lakes . Great infrastructure too. People and locals here are extremely friendly and helpful. Students here are in awe of the beautiful assamese culture.
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Monalisha MajumderMA in Development Studies | 2021 | Feb 14, 2024 18:12:00
The College has a pretty campus with lakes, parks, gardens etc. There are management and humanities courses despite being a Tech college. The teachers teach well.
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Atulaya RajB.Tech in Civil Engineering | 2024 | Feb 12, 2024 11:51:20
IIT G has a very good placement,a better College life.As you know ,it has the most beautiful campus among all IITs spread over 700 acres full of lakes and pretty views.Overall the campus so peaceful.What you need?if you are getting best college life,best facilities,best placements along with an "IIT Tag".Now I would like to tell you some demerits,first of you may struggle to understand some subjects due to proffers teaching methods and most of the time you will have to study from you batchmates instead of profs.Overall this is the one of the best engineering College in India,you must consider this if you have a good score in JEE Advanced.
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Ashutosh yadavB.Tech in Bio technology | 2024 | Feb 11, 2024 21:16:20
It was never the plan to get into iit guwahati (same for everyone) but on the counselling i liked it above others.But after reaching the campus ,I was literally mesmerized by the beauty of this campus
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IIT Guwahati FAQs

What is the NIRF ranking for IIT GUWAHATI ?

The NIRF Ranking for IIT GUWAHATI are as follows : In 2018 for Engineering : 7 .

Which university is IIT GUWAHATI affiliated to ?

IIT GUWAHATI , is affiliated to the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati.

When was the college , IIT GUWAHATI established ?

IIT GUWAHATI was established in the year 1994.

Is IIT GUWAHATI a government college?

IIT GUWAHATI is Government college.
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IIT Guwahati Ranking 2025

The Ministry of Education (MoE) has released the NIRF ranking 2025. As per the rankings, IIT Guwahati has achieved an NIRF rank of 10 in the Research Institutions category with a score of 64.18, 8 in the Engineering category with a score of 72.24, and 11 in the Overall category with a score of 67.67.

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Ranking Publisher NIRF

  • Overall#11
  • Engineering#8
  • Research#10

IIT Guwahati Overall NIRF Ranking 2025

  • OVERALLCombined scores base on institute performance.
    67.67GOOD
  • TLRStrong emphasis on quality education and adequate resources.
    76.33GOOD
  • RPActive engagement in research, high-quality publications, and strong professional collaborations.
    64.43GOOD
  • GOGood placement and higher study opportunities for students, high median salary, and admissions into top universities.
    81.35Great
  • OIFocus on diversity, inclusivity, and facilities for disadvantaged and physically challenged students.
    61.96GOOD
  • PRPositive perception among employers, research investors, and academic peers.
    43.43AVERAGE
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IIT Guwahati NIRF Rankings FAQs

Why is IIT Guwahati’s research ranking significant?
Securing Rank 10 in the Research Institutions category with a score of 64.18 highlights IIT Guwahati’s growing focus on research and development. The institute’s output in publications, patents, funded projects, and advanced facilities has strengthened its position as a leading research hub in India.
What does IIT Guwahati’s Engineering rank reflect?
IIT Guwahati’s Rank 8 in the Engineering category with a score of 72.24 shows its strength in teaching, research quality, and innovation. The ranking reflects the institute’s strong faculty, well-equipped labs, active research culture, and consistent performance in national-level evaluations.
How did IIT Guwahati perform in the NIRF 2025 rankings?
IIT Guwahati performed strongly in the NIRF 2025 rankings released by the Ministry of Education. The institute secured Rank 10 in the Research Institutions category, Rank 8 in Engineering, and Rank 11 Overall. These rankings highlight IIT Guwahati’s growing academic excellence, solid research output, and strong national reputation.

IIT Guwahati Campus and Facilities 2026

The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati, founded in 1994, is nestled in the lap of the seven sisters, amidst breathtaking mountains and the mighty Brahmaputra's shore. The organisation was founded with the primary objective of serving the country's brightest brains and of pushing them to their utmost in scientific, mental, physical, and social realms.

The campus of the Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati is located on a 285-hectare parcel of land on the north bank of the Brahmaputra River, some 20 kilometres from the city centre. The campus provides a great academic environment, with the gorgeous Brahmaputra on one side and hills and lakes on the other.

IIT Guwahati is considered one of India's most attractive and scenic campuses. Furthermore, the institute's perfect balance of natural beauty and magnificent architecture adds to its allure.

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Infrastructure

Academic departments, centres, labs, classrooms, and other facilities are housed in the 74,000-square metre Academic Complex. The Institute's offices are housed in a large Administrative Building. A contemporary Computer Centre and Central Library are located in the Computer and Communication Centre. 

A lecture hall complex with four 250-seat lecture rooms, a 1500-seat auditorium with a state-of-the-art sound system, a smaller mini-auditorium, and a conference complex with four conference halls provide space for teaching and organising various events/programs.

The Lakshminath Bezbaroa Central Library, is a portal to the latest information in the sciences, engineering, technology, humanities, and social sciences. As a key central service point, it provides all required support for the Institute's teaching, learning, and research operations by constructing cutting-edge facilities and providing cutting-edge services to the academic community.

  • VLSI Design Lab.
  • Communication Lab.
  • High-Frequency Lab.
  • Multimedia Analytics Lab.
  • Embedded Systems Lab.
  • Signal Informatics Lab.
  • HPC and FPGA Design lab.
  • Electronic Circuits Lab.
  • Electro Medical and Speech Technology Lab.
  • Image Processing and Computer Vision (IPCV) Lab.
  • A Virtual Classroom with a capacity of 40 people, a dedicated NKN (1 Gbps) connection, a Multipoint Video Conferencing Unit, a Smart Board, a Digital Podium with a 19" touch screen, and an HD Projector.A Smart Class Room with dedicated 40 dual bootable Computer Systems loaded with the latest software such as MATLAB, Cadence EDA Tools, Synopsys TCAD Tools, NI Elvis board with LAB VIEW, Mentor Graphics, Zed Boards, and IoT Boards, as well as access to the Server, Cloud Cluster, and NAS.
  • A fully automated PCB/Antenna prototyping machine featuring a PTH system for plating double-sided PCBs with all of the necessary accessories.

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Facilities.

  • Wifi facilities
    • The Computer and Communication Center is open almost 24 hours a day, and students come here to complete their computing assignments. For first-year B.Tech students, most departments do computer programming practicals in the Center. 
    • A campus-wide network on a Gigabit Ethernet backbone with access points in every hostel room, an internal EPABX, and high-capacity internet connections are among the other amenities.
  • Recreational facilities
    • Two Activity Centers provide opportunities for students to participate in extracurricular activities through various clubs and hobby groups.
    • The Sports Complex, which includes an indoor sports stadium with synthetic badminton, table tennis, and squash courts, a gymnasium, and the Students Gymkhana office, as well as an 8-lane 50-meter swimming pool and flood-lit playing fields for all major outdoor sports, offers plenty of opportunities for recreation for campus residents.
  • Guest Houses
    • The Institute also offers two big Guest Houses where visitors can stay. Parents of students who wish to visit the campus may make a reservation at one of the Institute Guest Houses, subject to room availability. 
    • There are also a great number of apartments available for married students. All academics and employees have access to residential quarters on campus. This aids in the development of strong bonds and healthy interactions between students, staff, and professors during social, cultural, and educational activities held on campus.
  • Medical Facilities
    • A hospital with 30 beds, a commercial complex with a restaurant and many stores, a food court with a variety of food stalls and multi-cuisines, and three community halls and several cafeterias. 
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Campus Facilities

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IIT Guwahati Campus, Facilities & Student Life FAQs

What student amenities and recreational facilities does IIT Guwahati offer?
IIT Guwahati provides Wi-Fi across campus, 24-hour computing access, sports complexes, indoor and outdoor courts, gyms, swimming pools, guest houses, hostels, residential quarters, medical facilities, cafeterias, and community halls, ensuring holistic development and a comfortable campus life.
What academic and research facilities are available at IIT Guwahati?
The institute has a 74,000 sq. m Academic Complex with labs like VLSI, HPC, Embedded Systems, and IPCV. It features a central library, smart classrooms, virtual classrooms, advanced computing labs with software tools, and prototyping equipment, supporting both teaching and cutting-edge research.
What makes IIT Guwahati's campus special?
IIT Guwahati, founded in 1994, is located on a scenic 700-acre campus along the Brahmaputra River with hills and lakes nearby. Its mix of natural beauty, modern architecture, and well-planned academic and residential facilities creates an ideal environment for learning, research, and student life.

IIT Guwahati Faculty

Name of facultyDepartmentDesignation
Prof. Lalit Mohan PandeyHead of Department CCDHead of Department
Devendra JalihalDirector IIT GuwahatiDirector
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IIT Guwahati Scholarships 2026

IIT Guwahati provides scholarships to support students based on merit, family income, and category. These include tuition waivers, yearly grants, and monthly stipends for eligible UG and PG students.

ScholarshipEligibilityAmount
IMSTop 25% BTech/MSc students, family income < Rs. 5LRs. 25,000/year
SC/ST WaiverAll SC/ST students100% tuition
GATE StipendPG qualifiersRs. 12,400/month
Merit-cum-MeansJEE rank < 10,000, income < Rs. 4.5LRs. 1,00,000/year
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IIT Guwahati Scholarships FAQs

What financial support do postgraduate students receive at IIT Guwahati?
Postgraduate students at IIT Guwahati who qualify through GATE receive a monthly stipend of ₹12,400. This financial assistance helps them manage living and academic costs while focusing on research and advanced studies. SC/ST students and Merit-cum-Means scholars also receive fee waivers or yearly grants based on eligibility.
Who is eligible for the IMS scholarship at IIT Guwahati?
The IMS scholarship at IIT Guwahati is awarded to the top 25% of B.Tech and M.Sc students whose family income is below ₹5 lakh. Eligible students receive ₹25,000 per year to support their academic expenses, encouraging strong academic performance throughout the program.
What types of scholarships does IIT Guwahati offer to support students?
IIT Guwahati offers several scholarships such as IMS, Merit-cum-Means, SC/ST tuition waivers, and GATE stipends. These scholarships help students by covering tuition fees, providing yearly financial support, or offering monthly stipends. They are designed to assist meritorious students and those from financially weaker backgrounds.

Why Choose IIT Guwahati?

IIT Guwahati is widely preferred for its strong research culture, global academic partnerships, and uniquely motivating campus environment. With top national rankings and a growing reputation in the Northeast, the institute offers an ideal balance of academics, innovation, and student life.

 IIT Guwahati Highlights

  • Research Leadership: Hosts 10 major research centres, including the Centre for Sustainable Polymers; secured ₹200 Cr worth of projects in 2025 and filed 150 patents, leading the Northeast.
  • Global Collaborations: Long-term partnerships with MIT, NUS, and Duke University; around 20% of students participate in international exchange programs.
  • Academic Excellence: Ranked 8th in NIRF, known for cutting-edge work in AI, biotechnology, materials, and clean energy.
  • Campus Environment: 700-acre Brahmaputra riverside campus; students often describe it as “mesmerizing and motivating” on forums.
  • Student Experience: Rated 4.5/5 for single-room hostels, 300+ clubs, and supportive peer culture.
  • Diverse Exposure: 85% of students feel that living in the Northeast improves adaptability, creativity, and problem-solving skills.
  • Balanced Lifestyle: Calm environment with greenery and lake views—though summers are humid, many JEE toppers prefer IITG for a peaceful academic atmosphere.
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Events and Clubs at IIT Guwahati

Imperative to fostering the co-curricular activities, are over 30 active clubs of IIT Guwahati that consistently provide much-needed impetus for growth in their cultural, technological and entrepreneurial endeavours. 

These clubs are always engaging in activities extending from local to international levels. Finance Club, Red Ribbon Club, Analytics and Consulting Club, and Rights and Responsibility Club are just a handful of the clubs that have developed significantly since their establishment. This diversity of groups contributes to an IIT-G student's well-rounded, adaptable, and passionate persona.

The Artificial Intelligence Community of IIT Guwahati

IITG's dedicated student community aims to improve student collaboration in AI research and development. The group takes part in a variety of competitions, hackathons, and other events. IITG has three delegates.. The AI Society placed second overall in the Bitgrit data science competition.

Projects under IITG

  • RNN Neural Turing Machine

Implementation and testing of the Neural Turing Machine, a memory-assisted RNN-based architecture capable of inferring low-level algorithms.

  • Animal AI-Olympics

The club created a new architecture that employs Proximal Policy Optimization for agent training and Behavior Cloning for incorporating Expert Trajectories.

  • StyleGAN

A style transfer-inspired alternative generator architecture for generative adversarial networks that enhances the state-of-the-art in terms of established distribution quality criteria.

  • Face2Text 

Face2Text is a model that takes a face image as input and uses facial traits and emotional state to describe the face in the form of a gramatically coherent text.

  • Fake News Detection

For detecting, exploring, and interpreting fake information in online social media, a real-time detection system should be designed.

  • R-CNN

Develop a performance analyzer for the batsman's shot using a variety of state-of-the-art computer vision algorithms applied to video data from cricket matches.

Robotics Club

The Robotics Club at IIT Guwahati's objective is to bring students together in a learning atmosphere and give them a space to work on large and small scale robotics projects to explore their interests in mechanical, electronic, and software design. The club us proud of their initiatives, whether they be autonomous bots, humanoids, swarms of tiny robots, robotic arms, or aerial vehicles.

Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Events 

Alcheringa 

  • Alcheringa is IIT-annual Guwahati's cultural festival, which has evolved to become the largest college cultural festival in North-East India in just 25 years, while also ranking among the top three college fests in the country.
  • Managing an event with over 70 events and 1.3 lac attendees is no easy undertaking, and it is up to the students to make sure everything runs properly. 
  • Working on such a large project exposes students to all of the issues they will face later in their careers. Students learn how to plan, execute, handle tense situations, and make quick, but logical decisions, as well as the value of teamwork, time management, and financial management.

Techniche 

  • Techniche has completed 22 successful editions and is now one of the country's largest Techno-Management Festivals. 
  • Techniche is made up of a variety of modules ranging from robotics to technical writing, workshops to industrial conclaves and lecture series, combining the best of both worlds in a stimulating setting for inspirational and competitive learning. 
  • Interacting with the world's most powerful leaders and hearing their experiences firsthand provides students with crucial information as they try to shape their own destiny in this world. Australia's highest-paid consultant and management guru, as well as a Techniche guest professor.

Inter IIT Sports

  • IIT Guwahati is well-equipped for major outdoor and indoor sports, with infrastructure that rivals any national stadium. 
  • Students benefit from the intensive training they receive by developing a mindset that allows them to push above their limits and build an insatiable desire for perfection. Students put in long hours throughout the year in preparation for the Inter-IIT Sports Meet, which takes place in December. IIT Guwahati students have won numerous national-level sports tournaments and have exceptional records in various activities.

UDGAM United (IITG Annual Entrepreneurial Summit)

  • This annual summit is organised by the 'Entrepreneurial Development Cell,' which brings together the experience of workshops, lectures, and exhibits of India's most promising entrepreneurs and start-ups, creating a culture of creativity and problem solving. 
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IIT Guwahati Contact Details

College Location

  • addressNear Patel Boarding, 60 Feet Road,Behind Mahatma Gandhi Smarak Hospital,WadhwancityTa: Wadhwan 363030
  • emailpro@iitg.ernet.in
  • telephone+91-361-2690761
  • telephonehttps://www.iitg.ac.in/

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MSc is a 2 year PG programme offered by some top IITs like IIT Madras, IIT Kanpur, IIT Bombay, IIT Guwahati,and IIT Delhi. To secure admission at any of these reputed institutes, you must qualify IIT JAM. MSc Computer Science has been divided into 4 semesters and focuses on an in-depth study of various facets of IT systems, computer architecture, etc. 

Here is a semester-wise syllabus for the MSc CS course:

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  • Advanced computer architecture
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