Overview

• Official Name: Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
• Common Names: IIT Bombay, IITB
• Type: Central Autonomous Technical Institute (Institute of National Importance)
• Year Established: 1958
• Campus Location: Powai, Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
• Approvals & Affiliations:
  • Recognized by University Grants Commission (UGC)
  • Approved by All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE)
  • NAAC Grade: A+ (2023) (Source)
• Official Website: https://www.iitb.ac.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of India
• Chairman of Board of Governors: Dr. Injeti Srinivas (as of 2024)
• Director: Prof. Devang V. Khakhar (Faculty Directory)
• Student Population: Approximately 10,000 students (UG + PG + PhD)
• Departments: 17 Academic Departments and 9 Centres
• Contact:
  • Phone: +91-22-2572-2545, +91-22-2572-2546
  • Email: registrar@iitb.ac.in
  • Address: Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, Powai, Mumbai - 400076, Maharashtra, India
• NAAC Grade: A+ (2023)
• Rankings:
  • NIRF 2023: 3rd among engineering colleges in India
  • THE Impact Rankings 2023: Top 3 in India

Courses & Programs

• Engineering Faculty:
  • B.Tech (4 years, Regular)
  • M.Tech (2 years, Regular)
  • PhD in various engineering streams
• Science Faculty:
  • B.Sc. (offered through dual degree programs)
  • M.Sc. (2 years), PhD
• Design Faculty:
  • B.Des, M.Des (2 years), PhD
• Management Faculty:
  • MBA (2 years, Regular)
  • PhD
• Interdisciplinary Centres: Various certificate and research-based programs
• Mode: Regular (on-campus)
• Intake: Varies each year; B.Tech intake approximately 1100+ students

Detailed Courses & Programs at IIT Bombay

Admissions

• Admission Modes: National level entrance exams
• Accepted Entrance Exams:
  • JEE Advanced (for B.Tech and Dual Degree)
  • GATE (for M.Tech and PhD admission)
  • CEED (for Design courses)
  • Joint Management Entrance Test (JMET) replaced by CAT (for MBA)
• Important Dates:
  • B.Tech/JEE Advanced: Results in July, Admissions July-August
  • M.Tech/GATE: Applications from March-April, admissions May-June
  • MBA/CAT: Applications after CAT results, typically January-March
  See IIT Bombay Admissions for updated timelines.
• Application Process:
  1. Qualify the respective entrance exam as per course.
  2. Visit the official admissions portal: https://www.iitb.ac.in/en/admissions
  3. Fill and submit the online application form with required documents.
  4. Pay the application fee online.
  5. Submit printed copy (if required) to IIT Bombay admissions office.
  6. Shortlisted candidates are called for counselling/admission procedures.

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Tech: Passed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; qualified JEE Advanced.
• M.Tech: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology; valid GATE score.
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% aggregate; CAT score mandatory.
• PhD: Master’s degree in relevant discipline; GATE/NET qualified or as per department norms.
• Documents Required:
  • Mark sheets and certificates of qualifying exams
  • Entrance exam scorecard
  • Passport size photographs
  • Category certificate (if applicable)
  • Identity proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (per annum):
  • B.Tech Tuition Fee: ₹2,00,000 approx.
  • M.Tech Tuition Fee: ₹1,00,000 approx.
  • Hostel Fees: ₹15,000 – ₹25,000 approx.
  • Examination & Other Fees: ₹10,000 approx.
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • Central Government Scholarships (e.g., Merit-cum-Means, SC/ST/OBC/EWS reservation)
  • Institute Merit-Based Scholarships and Fee Waivers
  • External scholarships via AICTE, UGC schemes
  • Support for economically weak students (Student Welfare Section)

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Highlights (2023):
  • Placement Percentage: Approx. 90%
  • Average CTC: ₹21 LPA
  • Highest CTC: ₹1.5+ Cr per annum (international offers)
  • Top Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Intel, Goldman Sachs, Tata Group, Reliance, Infosys, Qualcomm
• Placement Cell: https://www.iitb.ac.in/en/careers/placement-office
• Internship Support: Summer internships encouraged for UG and PG students with many top companies

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: 19 hostels with mess facilities and separate blocks for UG and PG students
• Sports: Indoor & outdoor sports facilities including gymkhana, swimming pool, football, cricket, badminton courts
• Labs & Libraries: State-of-the-art research labs; Central Library with extensive digital and print collections
• Healthcare: On-campus health centre with medical staff and emergency facilities
• Transport: Shuttle buses connecting campus with Mumbai city; ample parking
• Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi connectivity
• Research Centres: Multiple specialised centres including Centre for Machine Intelligence and Data Science (C-MInDS)
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Numerous clubs (technical, cultural, social) and annual fest “Mood Indigo” (cultural), “Techfest” (technical)

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Prof. Eknath Ghate (Mathematics), Prof. Manish Gupta (Computer Science)
• Research Centres: Advanced Centre for Electrical Power Systems, Centre for Environmental Science and Engineering, Centre for Policy Studies
• Major Grants & Patents: Regular funding by DST, CSIR, DRDO, and MoE
• MoUs: Collaborations with MIT, Stanford, NUS, and industries such as Siemens and Intel

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF 2023: 3rd among Engineering Institutes in India
• NAAC: A+ Grade (2023)
• QS India Rankings 2023: 2nd
• India Today 2023: Top 3 Engineering Institutes
• Outlook 2023: 3rd among engineering colleges

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Seat Allotments: Published on:
  • JEE Advanced Official Site for B.Tech admission results
  • GATE IIT Bombay Portal for PG admissions
  • IIT Bombay Admission Portal for final allotments and waitlists
• Typical Cut-Offs (JEE Advanced 2023):
  • General Category Rank: Top 2000 for popular branches such as Computer Science and Electrical Engineering
  • OBC Category Rank: Approx. top 3000
  • SC/ST Category: Relaxed cut-offs per government norms
• Seat Matrix: Approx. 1100 seats annually across engineering departments; reservations as per Government of India norms

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai (Approx. 15 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Kanjurmarg Railway Station (Approx. 3 km)
• City Connectivity: Well connected via Mumbai local trains, buses (BEST), and taxis
• Local Transit: IIT Bombay operates shuttle buses linking campus with Mumbai suburbs and railway stations

FAQs

1. Q: What entrance exam is required for B.Tech at IIT Bombay?
   A: Candidates must qualify the JEE Advanced exam and meet the cut-offs.
2. Q: Does IIT Bombay offer scholarships?
   A: Yes, IIT Bombay offers merit-cum-means and category-based scholarships, alongside central government schemes.
3. Q: What is the duration of the M.Tech program?
   A: The M.Tech program is typically 2 years full-time.
4. Q: Are there hostel facilities available?
   A: Yes, IIT Bombay provides on-campus hostels with mess facilities for all students.
5. Q: How can I apply online for IIT Bombay courses?
   A: Apply via the respective entrance exam portals followed by online application on IIT Bombay’s official admissions site.
6. Q: What is the typical tuition fee for undergraduate engineering courses?
   A: Approximate tuition fee is ₹2,00,000 per annum.
7. Q: What is the placement scenario at IIT Bombay?
   A: IIT Bombay has a more than 90% placement rate with top recruiters and an average CTC of ₹21 LPA.
8. Q: Does the institute have Wi-Fi connectivity?
   A: Yes, the entire campus is equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi.
9. Q: Are distance or online courses available?
   A: IIT Bombay primarily offers regular full-time courses; limited online certificate programs may be available.
10. Q: How can I contact the admissions office?
    A: Email: registrar@iitb.ac.in, Phone: +91-22-2572-2545