Overview

• Official Name: Indian Institute of Information Technology Ahmedabad
• Common Short Names: IIIT Ahmedabad, IIITA
• Type: Institute of National Importance (PPP Mode - Public-Private Partnership)
• Year Established: 2013
• Campus Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India (Permanent campus at IIIT, Dholera, Gujarat)
• Approvals & Affiliations: Established by MHRD (now Ministry of Education), GoI; recognized by UGC; AICTE approved (AICTE); NAAC accreditation: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01; Accredited as an Institute of National Importance under the Indian Institutes of Information Technology Act, 2014.
• Official Website: https://www.iiita.ac.in

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of India, Government of Gujarat, Industry Partners
• Director: Prof. Dhiraj K. Dhoot
• Student Population: Approximately 1000+ (UG, PG, PhD students)
• Departments: 4 Major Departments - CSE, ECE, Humanities and Applied Sciences, Mathematics & Computing
• Contact: Phone: +91-79-71301100, Email: contact@iiita.ac.in
  Address: Near Airforce Station, Gandhi Nagar Highway, Gandhinagar, Ahmedabad - 382007, Gujarat, India
• NAAC Grade: Not available on official sources as of 2024-06-01
• Rankings: Ranked 86th among engineering institutes in NIRF 2023 (NIRF 2023)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering and Technology, Applied Sciences, Humanities
• Popular Programs:
  • Undergraduate (UG): B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communications Engineering — Duration: 4 years — Mode: Regular — Intake: ~80-90 per program
  • Postgraduate (PG): M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering; MS by Research — Duration: 2 years — Mode: Regular
  • PhD: Research programs in CSE, ECE, and allied fields — Duration: variable — Mode: Full-time

Admissions

• Admission Modes: National level entrance exams and institute centralized counselling
• Accepted Entrance Exams:
  • B.Tech: JEE Main
  • M.Tech: GATE
  • PhD: Institute-level written test/interview (may require GATE/NET qualifications for some candidates)
• Typical Admission Timeline:
  • JEE Main & JoSAA counselling (June–September for UG admissions)
  • M.Tech admissions via CCMT (May–July)
  • PhD admissions typically multiple cycles: check official notifications
  See IIIT Ahmedabad Admissions for updates.
• Application Process (Online):
  1. Visit official Admissions page
  2. Register through JoSAA portal for UG; CCMT portal for M.Tech
  3. Fill application and upload documents as required
  4. Submit application fees online as per instructions
  5. Attend counselling or interviews as notified
  Offline Application: Not applicable; all admissions are online.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Tech: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Maths, and Chemistry/CS/Biology; qualified JEE Main; minimum 75% aggregate or top 20 percentile (relaxed for SC/ST/OBC per JoSAA rules)
• M.Tech: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology or equivalent; valid GATE score; meeting institute cut-offs
• PhD: Master’s degree (M.Tech/M.Sc/MCA) or Bachelor’s degree with high academic standing; may require GATE/NET scores; institute-level selection
• Documents Required: Class 10th and 12th mark sheets, JEE/GATE scorecard, category certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate (if applicable), passport-size photos, ID proof

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (2023–24):
  • B.Tech Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹1,85,000 per year
  • M.Tech Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹1,00,000 per year
  • Hostel Fees: Approximately ₹25,000–₹30,000 per year (including mess charges)
  • Examination and other fees: ₹2,000–₹5,000 per semester
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • Government of India Scholarships (e.g., SC/ST/OBC/EWS category scholarships)
  • Institute Merit-cum-Means Scholarships and Tuition Fee Waivers
  • Industry partners’ scholarships
  • More details at IIIT Ahmedabad Financial Aid

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Rate: Approx. 85%–90% placements in recent years
• Average CTC: Around ₹12–15 LPA
• Highest CTC: ₹45 LPA (latest cycle)
• Top Recruiters: Infosys, TCS, Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Deloitte, Qualcomm, Samsung, Adobe
• Placement Cell Contact: IIIT Ahmedabad Placement Cell
• Internship Support: Dedicated career services and summer internship placements facilitated

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for male and female students with Wi-Fi and mess facilities
• Mess: Hygienic multi-cuisine mess with subsidized rates
• Sports: Grounds and indoor facilities for cricket, football, badminton, table tennis
• Labs & Libraries: State-of-the-art computer labs, electronics labs, and a well-stocked central library
• Healthcare: On-campus medical facilities and tie-ups with local hospitals
• Transport: Shuttle services to nearby areas
• Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed internet
• Research Centres: Multiple centres of excellence in AI, Data Science, Robotics
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Cultural, technical clubs; annual festival “SANKALP” and sports fest “VARG”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Prof. Dhiraj K. Dhoot (Director), Prof. Shubhangi Saraf, among others
• Research Centres: Centre for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, Centre for Cyber-Physical Systems
• Grants & MoUs: Sponsored projects from DST, DRDO, MoU with industry partners (Infosys, TCS)
• Patents: Multiple patents pending/granted in AI and Electronics domains

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF Engineering Ranking 2023: 86th (Source)
• India Today: Not specifically ranked separately as of 2024
• Outlook & QS India: No separate ranking found for IIIT Ahmedabad as of 2024
• NAAC Accreditation: Not accredited/NA on official sources as of 2024-06

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results Publication: Available on official website academic portals and JoSAA/CCMT websites
• Seat Matrix: Approx. 90 seats per B.Tech branch; reserved as per Government of India norms (SC/ST/OBC/EWS/PD)
• Typical JEE Main Cut-offs for B.Tech 2023 (Open Category):
  • CSE: Approx. 22000 rank
  • ECE: Approx. 40000 rank
  • Check official JoSAA counselling portal for latest cut-offs: josaa.nic.in
• M.Tech GATE Cut-offs: Declared per year by institute; typically above 600 in respective GATE papers

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, Ahmedabad (approx. 25 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Ahmedabad Junction (approx. 18 km)
• City Connectivity: Well connected by road via Gandhinagar Highway, frequent bus and taxi services
• Local Transit: City buses, auto-rickshaws, and app-based taxi services available

FAQs

• Q1: What entrance exam is required for B.Tech admission at IIIT Ahmedabad?

  A1: Admission is through JEE Main followed by JoSAA counselling.

• Q2: Does IIIT Ahmedabad offer financial aid?

  A2: Yes, scholarships are offered by the government and institute merit/need-based schemes.

• Q3: Are hostel facilities available on campus?

  A3: Yes, separate hostels for boys and girls with mess services on campus.

• Q4: How can I apply for the M.Tech program?

  A4: Apply through the CCMT portal after qualifying GATE.

• Q5: What is the fee structure for undergraduate courses?

  A5: Approx. ₹1,85,000 per year tuition fee plus hostel and other charges.

• Q6: When does the admission process begin each year?

  A6: Typically from June-July after JEE Main results.

• Q7: What is the placement percentage for graduates?

  A7: Around 85%-90% students get placed annually.

• Q8: Is IIIT Ahmedabad a government or private institute?

  A8: It is an Institute of National Importance established by the Government of India under a PPP model.

• Q9: Are there any reservations for SC/ST/OBC candidates?

  A9: Reservations are as per Government of India norms applicable in JEE Main counselling.

• Q10: How can I contact the institute for admissions?

  A10: Email contact@iiita.ac.in or call +91-79-71301100.