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By rohit.pandey1
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Updated on 25 Mar 2026, 15:42 IST
IIITs, or Indian Institutes of Information Technology, are a group of 26 specialised engineering institutes set up by the Government of India with one focused goal: produce world-class talent in Computer Science, IT, AI, and Electronics. They are not as old as the IITs. They don't have the brand weight of the NITs yet. But here's what the data actually shows — IIIT Hyderabad's average placement package of ₹30 LPA beats most NITs. IIIT Allahabad's CSE cutoff closes around rank 6,000, making it accessible to students who just missed the old IITs. And the total annual fees at a Government IIIT hover around ₹1.35 lakh — a fraction of what private colleges charge for comparable outcomes.
There are five fully government-funded IIITs that carry Institute of National Importance status, 21 that run on a Public-Private Partnership model, and three autonomous IIITs — Hyderabad, Bangalore, and Delhi — that operate independently and are often the first choice for students targeting software careers. Together, they offer over 9,000 BTech seats across India, with admission almost entirely through JEE Main 2026 scores and JoSAA counselling.
This guide covers all 26 IIITs in one place — NIRF 2025 rankings, branch-wise JoSAA cutoffs from last year, fees, placement packages, and a rank-wise decision guide so you know exactly which IIIT to target with your score. Whether you are at 5,000 rank or 40,000, there is an informed choice to be made here — and this page will help you make it.
IIIT full form: Indian Institute of Information Technology. These are autonomous, centrally funded technical institutions that focus primarily on Information Technology, Computer Science, Electronics, and related engineering disciplines.
Established from 1997 onwards, IIITs were conceived as specialized institutes to meet India's rapidly growing IT sector demand. Unlike IITs (which are broad-based engineering universities) or NITs (which cover all engineering branches), IIITs are deliberately narrow in their academic focus — making them deeply industry-aligned in CS, IT, and electronics fields.
Not all IIITs are the same. Understanding the three types helps students make better decisions:
| Type | Count | Funding Model | Examples | Admission Route |
| MOE / Govt-Funded | 5 | Fully funded by Ministry of Education | IIIT Allahabad, IIITM Gwalior, IIITDM Jabalpur, IIITDM Kancheepuram, IIITDM Kurnool | JEE Main → JoSAA |
| PPP Mode | 21 | Central Govt (50%) + State Govt (35%) + Industry (15%) | IIIT Lucknow, IIIT Pune, IIIT Bhopal, IIIT Nagpur, IIIT Guwahati… | JEE Main → JoSAA / CSAB |
| International / Autonomous | 3 | Self-funded, internationally recognized | IIIT Hyderabad, IIIT Bangalore, IIIT Delhi | UGEE (IIIT-H), JEE Main Direct, JAC Delhi |
PPP IIITs charge higher fees (₹1.5–2.5 lakh/sem) compared to Govt-funded IIITs (₹50K–₹1.2 lakh/sem). However, placements and academic quality vary across both categories. Always compare on merit, not just funding model.
The table below is the most comprehensive master reference combining NIRF 2025 engineering rankings, BTech seats, annual fee ranges, and approximate average placement packages. Use this as your primary reference when filling JoSAA choice lists.
| Sr. No. | Institute Name | Location | Est. | BTech Seats | Annual Fee (Approx.) |
| 1 | International Institute of Information Technology Hyderabad (IIIT-H) | Hyderabad, Telangana | 1998 | ~300 | ₹3.35 L |
| 2 | Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad (IIITA) | Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh | 1999 | ~420 | ₹1.20 L |
| 3 | International Institute of Information Technology Bangalore (IIIT-B) | Bengaluru, Karnataka | 1999 | ~300 | ₹4.50 L |
| 4 | ABV-IIITM Gwalior (IIIT Gwalior) | Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh | 1997 | ~360 | ₹1.10 L |
| 5 | IIITDM Jabalpur (PDPM IIITDM) | Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh | 2005 | ~360 | ₹1.20 L |
| 6 | IIIT Delhi (Indraprastha Institute of IT) | New Delhi | 2008 | ~390 | ₹2.00 L |
| 7 | IIITDM Kancheepuram | Chennai, Tamil Nadu | 2007 | ~300 | ₹1.10 L |
| 8 | IIIT Pune | Pune, Maharashtra | 2016 | ~210 | ₹2.10 L |
| 9 | IIIT Guwahati | Guwahati, Assam | 2013 | ~120 | ₹1.80 L |
| 10 | IIIT Lucknow | Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh | 2015 | ~180 | ₹1.75 L |
| 11 | IIIT Nagpur | Nagpur, Maharashtra | 2016 | ~180 | ₹1.90 L |
| 12 | IIIT Bhopal | Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh | 2017 | ~180 | ₹1.85 L |
| 13 | IIIT Vadodara | Vadodara, Gujarat | 2013 | ~180 | ₹1.70 L |
| 14 | IIIT Surat | Surat, Gujarat | 2016 | ~120 | ₹1.65 L |
| 15 | IIIT Ranchi | Ranchi, Jharkhand | 2016 | ~120 | ₹1.70 L |
| 16 | IIIT Kalyani | Kalyani, West Bengal | 2014 | ~120 | ₹1.60 L |
| 17 | IIIT Una | Una, Himachal Pradesh | 2014 | ~120 | ₹1.55 L |
| 18 | IIIT Manipur | Imphal, Manipur | 2015 | ~60 | ₹1.45 L |
| 19 | IIIT Trichy | Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu | 2013 | ~120 | ₹1.85 L |
| 20 | IIIT Sri City (Chittoor) | Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh | 2013 | ~120 | ₹1.90 L |
| 21 | IIIT Kottayam | Kottayam, Kerala | 2015 | ~120 | ₹1.70 L |
| 22 | IIITDM Kurnool | Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh | 2015 | ~180 | ₹1.10 L |
| 23 | IIIT Sonepat | Sonepat, Haryana | 2015 | ~120 | ₹1.75 L |
| 24 | IIIT Dharwad | Dharwad, Karnataka | 2015 | ~120 | ₹1.75 L |
| 25 | IIIT Bhagalpur | Bhagalpur, Bihar | 2017 | ~120 | ₹1.60 L |
| 26 | IIIT Agartala | Agartala, Tripura | 2019 | ~120 | ₹1.55 L |
Students, parents, and counsellors commonly classify IIITs into tiers based on a combination of NIRF ranking, JoSAA cutoff difficulty, placement packages, campus infrastructure, and industry reputation. Here is a practical tier classification for 2026:
| Parameter | IIIT Hyderabad | IIIT Delhi | IIIT Allahabad |
| NIRF 2025 | #38 | #55 | #87 |
| Admission | UGEE / JEE Adv. | JAC Delhi + JEE Main | JoSAA (JEE Main) |
| CSE Cutoff (Gen) | ~AIR 866 | ~AIR 9,000 | ~AIR 9,000–11,000 |
| Avg Package | ₹28–30 LPA | ₹20–25 LPA | ₹14–18 LPA |
| Annual Fees (Approx.) | ₹3.35 L | ₹2.00 L | ₹1.20 L |
| Speciality | Research + AI + Robotics | Industry-linked CS + Design | IT + Electronics + Cyber Security |
| Best for | Research-oriented students | Industry + Startup ecosystem | Value-for-money government IIIT |
The admission process for IIITs depends on which type of IIIT you are targeting. Here is a clear, step-by-step breakdown:
JEE
NEET
Foundation JEE
Foundation NEET
CBSE
The vast majority of IIITs — all 5 government-funded ones and 20 out of 21 PPP-mode ones — admit BTech students through JoSAA, which is the Joint Seat Allocation Authority set up by the Ministry of Education.
Conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency) in two sessions — January and April 2026. Your best score out of the two sessions is considered. Minimum qualifying marks: 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST). JEE Main cutoff for IIIT eligibility: 250+ (indicative; varies each year).
After JEE Main results are declared, register on josaa.nic.in using your JEE Main application number, roll number, and password. Registration is free.
Enter your preferred institute-branch combinations in priority order. You get one chance to fill and lock your choices. Pro tip: Add at least 50–80 choices covering IITs, NITs, and IIITs across different branches to maximize your chances. Consider both home-state and all-India quota seats.
JoSAA conducts 5–6 rounds of seat allotment based on your rank, category, and choice order. After each round, you can: Accept & Freeze (lock seat), Accept & Float (upgrade to better option if available), or Withdraw. Participate actively in all rounds to get the best possible allotment.
Once a seat is allotted, report to the designated reporting centre (or do it online) for document verification. Pay the seat acceptance fee (₹35,000 for GEN; ₹15,000 for SC/ST/PwD). Submit Class 10, 12 mark sheets, category certificate, JEE scorecard, and photos.
After final JoSAA rounds, CSAB (Central Seat Allocation Board) conducts 2 special rounds for vacant IIIT and GFTI seats. If you missed JoSAA allotment, CSAB is a second opportunity. Finally, report to the allotted IIIT with original documents for final admission.
| Institute | Admission Process | Exam Required | Details |
| IIIT Hyderabad | UGEE (Undergraduate Entrance Exam) + JEE Advanced | UGEE / JEE Adv. | Separate application; UGEE has aptitude + written test. JEE Adv. merit list also considered. |
| IIIT Delhi | JAC Delhi Counselling | JEE Main | Admission through Joint Admission Counselling (JAC) Delhi; same as Delhi NIT/DTU process. |
| IIIT Bangalore | Direct JEE Main Merit + Institute Counselling | JEE Main | Separate counselling portal; uses JEE Main scores but manages its own seat allotment. |
Cutoff data is the most searched information for IIIT admissions. Below is a comprehensive reference based on JoSAA 2025 final round closing ranks for the General (Open) category, along with 2026 trend projections.
| Institute | Opening Rank (Gen) | Closing Rank (Gen) | OBC-NCL Closing | SC Closing | ST Closing |
| IIIT Hyderabad (CSE) | ~68 | ~866 | ~1,200 | ~4,800 | ~8,500 |
| IIIT Delhi (CSE) | ~3,500 | ~9,000 | ~11,000 | ~18,000 | ~25,000 |
| IIIT Allahabad (CSE) | ~4,200 | ~9,500 | ~12,000 | ~20,000 | ~28,000 |
| IIITM Gwalior (CSE) | ~5,000 | ~11,500 | ~14,000 | ~22,000 | ~30,000 |
| IIITDM Jabalpur (CSE) | ~6,500 | ~13,000 | ~16,000 | ~25,000 | ~38,000 |
| IIIT Lucknow (CSE) | ~12,000 | ~19,000 | ~22,000 | ~35,000 | ~50,000 |
| IIIT Pune (CSE) | ~10,000 | ~16,000 | ~20,000 | ~32,000 | ~48,000 |
| IIIT Nagpur (CSE) | ~15,000 | ~22,000 | ~26,000 | ~38,000 | ~55,000 |
| IIIT Guwahati (CSE) | ~16,000 | ~23,000 | ~27,000 | ~40,000 | ~58,000 |
| IIIT Bhopal (CSE) | ~18,000 | ~27,000 | ~32,000 | ~45,000 | ~65,000 |
These are approximate figures based on 2025 JoSAA patterns. Actual 2026 cutoffs will be released by JoSAA after JEE Main 2026 results. Always verify at josaa.nic.in.
| Branch | Typical Competitiveness | General Closing Rank Range (Mid-Tier IIITs) |
| Computer Science (CSE) | Highest demand; most competitive | 20,000 – 35,000 |
| AI & Data Science | Rising fast; nearly as competitive as CSE | 22,000 – 38,000 |
| Electronics & Communication (ECE) | Moderate; strong demand | 25,000 – 50,000 |
| Information Technology (IT) | Similar to CSE in some institutes | 22,000 – 40,000 |
| Electrical & Electronics (EEE) | Moderate; less competitive than CSE | 30,000 – 60,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering | Available in few IIITs; most relaxed | 35,000 – 70,000+ |
Fee structure is often a decisive factor for families choosing between IIITs, especially when comparing government-funded institutes with PPP-mode ones. Here is a clear consolidated view:
| Category | Annual Tuition | Annual Hostel + Mess | Total Annual Cost | 4-Year Total (Approx.) |
| Govt-Funded IIITs (IIIT-A, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Kancheepuram, Kurnool) | ₹60K – ₹1.25 L | ₹60K – ₹90K | ₹1.20 – 2.15 L | ₹5 – 8.5 L |
| PPP Mode IIITs (Lucknow, Pune, Nagpur, Guwahati, Bhopal, etc.) | ₹1.50 – 2.50 L | ₹70K – ₹1.00 L | ₹2.20 – 3.50 L | ₹9 – 14 L |
| IIIT Hyderabad | ₹3.35 L | ₹1.00 – 1.20 L | ₹4.35 – 4.55 L | ₹17 – 18 L |
| IIIT Delhi | ₹2.00 L | ₹80K – ₹1.00 L | ₹2.80 – 3.00 L | ₹11 – 12 L |
| IIIT Bangalore | ₹4.50 L | ₹1.20 – 1.50 L | ₹5.70 – 6.00 L | ₹22 – 24 L |
IIITs punch above their weight in placements, especially in the IT and software sector. Here is a data-driven look at placement performance across key IIITs based on 2024–25 placement reports:
| Institute | Avg. Package (LPA) | Highest Package (LPA) | Top Recruiters | % Placed |
| IIIT Hyderabad | ₹28 – 30 | ₹1.2 Cr (intl) | Google, Microsoft, Qualcomm, Goldman Sachs | 95%+ |
| IIIT Delhi | ₹20 – 25 | ₹60 – 80 L | Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Morgan Stanley | 93%+ |
| IIIT Bangalore | ₹18 – 22 | ₹55 – 70 L | Google, Flipkart, Cisco, TCS Research | 90%+ |
| IIIT Allahabad | ₹14 – 18 | ₹50 L | Amazon, Wipro, Infosys, KPMG, Deloitte | 88%+ |
| IIITM Gwalior | ₹12 – 16 | ₹42 L | HCL, TCS, Accenture, IBM, Capgemini | 85%+ |
| IIIT Pune | ₹15 – 17 | ₹44 L | Persistent, Infosys, Wipro, Amazon | 87%+ |
| IIITDM Jabalpur | ₹10 – 14 | ₹35 L | TCS, Cognizant, Mphasis, Wipro | 82%+ |
| IIIT Guwahati | ₹12 – 15 | ₹38 L | Amazon, Accenture, Infosys, Deloitte | 83%+ |
A common question students ask: "Is a mid-tier IIIT better or worse than a mid-tier NIT for placements?" The answer depends on the branch and specific institute, but here is a general framework:
| Metric | Top IIITs (H, D, B) | Old NITs (Trichy, Warangal) | Mid-Tier IIITs | Mid-Tier NITs |
| CSE Avg Package | ₹20–30 LPA | ₹18–25 LPA | ₹10–17 LPA | ₹10–15 LPA |
| Non-CS Avg Package | Limited branches | ₹8–14 LPA | ₹6–10 LPA | ₹7–12 LPA |
| Branch Flexibility | Low (CS/IT focused) | High (all branches) | Low to moderate | High |
| Degree Recognition | Very high | Very high | Moderate–High | High |
| Verdict | Best for IT careers | Best all-around | Good for CS careers | Good all-around |
This is one of the most asked questions in student forums: which is better — IIIT, IIT, or NIT? The answer is not universal. It depends on your rank, career goals, preferred branch, and budget. Here is an honest, data-driven comparison:
Use this actionable guide to narrow down your IIIT choices based on your JEE Main rank (All India Rank, General Category):
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There are 26 IIITs participating in JoSAA 2025 counselling, making this the most practically relevant number for admissions. Officially, 25 are recognized as "Indian Institutes of Information Technology" by the government — 5 government-funded (Institutes of National Importance) and 20 PPP-mode. IIIT Hyderabad and IIIT Bangalore are "International" IIITs established separately but are commonly grouped with the others by students and counsellors.
IITs are the most prestigious, requiring JEE Advanced, with broad engineering programs and world-class research. NITs are government-funded institutes requiring JEE Main, offering all engineering branches with strong industry connections. IIITs are specialized institutes focused primarily on Information Technology, Computer Science, and Electronics — requiring JEE Main for most, with excellent IT-sector placements. The key difference is specialization: IIITs are narrower but deeper in IT/CS domains.
Neither entirely. Five IIITs (Allahabad, Gwalior, Jabalpur, Kancheepuram, Kurnool) are fully government-funded by the Ministry of Education and are Institutes of National Importance. Twenty-one IIITs operate under the Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, funded 50% by Central Government, 35% by State Government, and 15% by industry partners. Three (Hyderabad, Bangalore, Delhi) are autonomous institutes with their own governance structures.
As per NIRF 2025 Engineering Rankings, IIIT Hyderabad is ranked #38 in Engineering — the highest among all IIITs. IIIT Delhi comes second (#55) and IIIT Bangalore third (#69) among the three autonomous/international IIITs. Among the official government-funded IIITs, IIITDM Jabalpur (#80) and IIIT Allahabad (#87) lead.
For IT and Computer Science specifically — yes, IIIT Hyderabad competes with IIT-level institutes. Its average placement package of ₹28–30 LPA is higher than most IITs outside the top 5, and its research output in AI, NLP, and computational linguistics is world-class. However, IIIT-H has limited branches (no core engineering like mechanical/civil), so if you want a broader engineering degree, top NITs like NIT Trichy or NIT Warangal offer better branch diversity.
It varies significantly by institute and branch. IIIT Hyderabad CSE (through UGEE): AIR 866 is the JoSAA equivalent. IIIT Delhi CSE: ~AIR 9,000. IIIT Allahabad CSE: ~AIR 9,000–11,000. Mid-tier IIITs CSE: AIR 15,000–35,000. Newer IIITs: AIR 40,000–80,000+. These are 2025 data points — 2026 cutoffs may vary slightly based on competition and seat matrix.
IIIT stands for Indian Institute of Information Technology. The three autonomous ones (Hyderabad, Bangalore) use "International Institute of Information Technology." Despite the different prefix, all are colloquially referred to as "IIITs" by students and the education community.
IIIT Agartala and IIIT Bhagalpur are among the more recently established IIITs that have been added to the JoSAA counselling system. The total count currently stands at 26 IIITs in JoSAA 2025. For the most up-to-date list of participating institutes and any additions for 2026, always check the official JoSAA website at josaa.nic.in before the counselling season begins.
A 90 percentile in JEE Main typically corresponds to an approximate rank between 1,00,000 and 1,50,000. At this rank, admission to Tier-3 and Tier-4 IIITs in non-CSE branches (ECE, EEE) may be possible. For CSE, you would generally need 95+ percentile for mid-tier IIITs and 97–98+ percentile for top IIITs. Use JoSAA's official college predictor tool for precise predictions.
PPP IIITs charge significantly higher fees but some offer comparable or even better placements than lower-ranked government IIITs due to industry partnerships. Institutes like IIIT Pune and IIIT Guwahati have strong placement records. However, if your rank allows, always prefer a government-funded IIIT (Allahabad, Gwalior, Jabalpur) over a PPP IIIT for better fee value, stronger brand recognition, and well-established infrastructure.