Overview

• Official Name: Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee (IIT Roorkee)
• Common Names: IIT Roorkee, IITR
• Type: Central Autonomous Institute
• Established: 1847 (as Thomason College of Civil Engineering), granted IIT status in 2001
• Campus Location: Roorkee, Uttarakhand, India
• Approvals & Affiliations: Approved by UGC, AICTE; Accredited with NAAC ‘A++’ Grade (2023); recognized by Ministry of Education, Government of India
• Official Website: https://www.iitr.ac.in

Quick Facts

• Founder: Sir James Thomason (original founder of Thomason College)
• Chancellor: President of India (ex-officio)
• Director: Prof. Ajit K Chaturvedi (as of 2024)
• Student Population: Approximately 9,000 (UG, PG, PhD)
• Departments/Faculties: 21 Academic Departments covering Engineering, Sciences, Humanities, Management
• Contact: +91-1332-285811, info@iitr.ac.in, Address: IIT Roorkee, Roorkee - 247667, Uttarakhand, India
• NAAC Grade: A++ (2023) (Source)
• Rankings: NIRF 2023 - 6th among Engineering Institutes in India (NIRF)

Courses & Programs

• Engineering Faculty: B.Tech (4 years), M.Tech (2 years), PhD; Regular mode
• Sciences: B.Sc, M.Sc, PhD; Departments include Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Environmental Science
• Management: MBA (2 years), PhD; Regular mode
• Humanities & Social Sciences: M.A., PhD; Psychology, Economics, English, etc.
• Interdisciplinary Programs: M.Tech + MBA dual degree, Integrated M.Sc, etc.
• Intake: Varies by program; for example, B.Tech approximately 650 seats/year across disciplines

Admissions

• Admission Modes: National Entrance Exams based merit; no management quota
• Accepted Entrance Exams:
  • JEE Advanced for B.Tech
  • GATE for M.Tech
  • CAT for MBA (through affiliated selection process)
  • Joint Admission Test for M.Sc (JAM) for Science courses
  • PhD admission through institute-level tests and interviews
• Typical Admission Timeline:
  • B.Tech: Admission process begins April-May; JEE Advanced exam usually in May-June (JEE Advanced)
  • M.Tech: Admissions in May-June via GATE (IIT Roorkee GATE Portal)
  • MBA: Admission process June-July
• Application Process:
  1. Visit official IIT Roorkee Admissions page: https://www.iitr.ac.in/admissions
  2. Check eligibility and download prospectus
  3. Fill application forms online at respective portals:
       JEE Advanced: https://jeeadv.ac.in
       GATE: https://gate.iitr.ac.in
  4. Upload required documents and pay application fee online
  5. Submit before deadlines
  6. No offline/physical applications accepted generally

Eligibility Criteria

• B.Tech: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics; minimum 75% aggregate; qualify JEE Advanced
• M.Tech: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology; valid GATE score
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree in any discipline; valid CAT/MAT/XAT score for selection
• M.Sc: Bachelor’s degree with appropriate subject; JAM score
• PhD: Master's degree or equivalent with minimum 60%; entrance test & interview
• Documents Required:
  • Class 10 & 12 Mark Sheets & Certificates
  • Entrance Exam Score Card
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Passport-size Photograph and Photo ID Proof
  • Domicile Certificate (if applicable)

Fee Structure & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (2023-24):
  • B.Tech Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹2,00,000 per year
  • M.Tech Tuition Fee: ₹1,00,000 - ₹1,50,000 per year
  • Hostel Charges: ₹15,000 - ₹25,000 per semester (approx.)
  • Examination Fees: ₹2,000 per semester (approx.)
• Scholarships & Financial Aid:
  • Central government scholarships such as INSPIRE Scholarship, SC/ST/OBC/EWS scholarships
  • IIT Roorkee Merit-cum-Means Scholarships
  • Institute freeships for economically weak students
  • Official Scholarship Information

Placements & Career Outcomes

• Placement Percentage: Over 90% average placement in recent years
• Average CTC: ₹15 LPA (varies by program)
• Highest CTC: ₹1.5+ crore per annum (industry-specific roles)
• Top Recruiters: Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Tata Steel, ISRO, DRDO, Reliance
• Placement Cell: https://www.iitr.ac.in/placement/
• Internship Support: Institute facilitates summer and industrial internships via industry tie-ups

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi, mess, recreational areas
• Mess Facilities: Multi-cuisine mess providing subsidized meals
• Sports: Cricket, Football, Badminton, Gymnasium, Athletics, Indoor Games
• Laboratories & Libraries: Central Library with over 3 lakh books, digital resources; state-of-the-art labs
• Healthcare: Campus Health Centre with medical staff 24x7
• Transport: Shuttle services and public transport connectivity
• Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed internet access
• Research Centres: Centres of Excellence in areas like Water Resources, Earthquake Engineering, Nanotechnology
• Student Clubs & Festivals: Tech festivals (Technovision), cultural fests (Spardha), robotics, drama, music, and more

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Experts in Civil Engineering, Computer Science, Management, and other fields; many IIT Roorkee professors have DST and SERB grants
• Research Centres: Centre for Transportation Systems, Lal Bahadur Shastri Centre for Science & Technology, Nano-scale Fabrication Facility
• Major Grants: Research funding from Government of India bodies like DST, DBT, CSIR
• Patents & MoUs: Numerous patents filed; MoUs with leading universities and companies for collaborative research

Rankings & Reputation

• NIRF 2023: 6th in Engineering, 23rd overall (NIRF)
• NAAC Grade: A++ with CGPA 3.85/4 (2023) (NAAC)
• QS India University Rankings: Ranked among top 10 (latest year Not available on QS India official site as of 2024-06-05)
• India Today 2023: Top 5 Engineering College
• Outlook 2023: Top 10 Engineering Institutes in India

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Results & Seat Allotment: Published on official admission portals like JEE Advanced and IITR GATE portal
• Sample B.Tech JEE Advanced Cut-offs (2023):
  • Open Category: AIR 150–2500 (varies by branch)
  • OBC-NCL: AIR 800–6000
  • SC/ST: AIR 2000–14000
• Seat Matrix: Approx. 650 seats in undergraduate engineering courses; reserved as per Govt. of India norms

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Jolly Grant Airport, Dehradun (~70 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Roorkee Railway Station (on Delhi - Haridwar route)
• City Connectivity: Regular buses, taxis, and autos connect campus to Roorkee city and Dehradun
• Local Transport: Campus shuttle service and state transport buses available

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission process for B.Tech at IIT Roorkee?
   A: Students must qualify JEE Advanced, register for IIT Roorkee through JoSAA counseling, and secure a seat as per merit and category.
2. Q: Does IIT Roorkee offer scholarships?
   A: Yes, various government and institute scholarships are available based on merit and financial need.
3. Q: What is the tuition fee for undergraduate programs?
   A: Approximately ₹2,00,000 per year for B.Tech programs.
4. Q: How are campus hostels and mess facilities?
   A: Separate hostels for boys and girls with hygienic mess offering subsidized meals are available.
5. Q: Are placements good at IIT Roorkee?
   A: Yes, IIT Roorkee has a strong placement record with over 90% placement and top recruiters from various sectors.
6. Q: Is there a management quota for admissions?
   A: No, IIT Roorkee admissions are fully based on merit via national level exams.
7. Q: When does admission application start?
   A: Typically April-May for B.Tech (JEE Advanced), May-June for M.Tech (GATE).
8. Q: Can I apply offline for admission?
   A: IIT Roorkee admissions are primarily online through official portals.
9. Q: What documents are required for admission?
   A: Academic certificates, entrance exam scorecards, category certificate (if applicable), ID proofs, and photographs.
10. Q: Does IIT Roorkee provide research opportunities?
    A: Yes, IIT Roorkee is a research-driven institute with multiple centers and funded projects.