Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) across the country offer a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, primarily in Engineering, Science, and Technology. The 23 IITs in India together offer over 250 Bachelor of Technology courses in various specialisations.
This informative post will explore the various courses offered at IITs, including popular specialisations, niche programs, admission procedures, eligibility requirements, and cut-off scores for aspiring candidates. To gain admission to IITs, applicants must first clear the JEE Main exam and then take part in the JEE Advanced exam.
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Types Of Degree Programmes Offered at IITs
Indian Institutes of Technology are renowned for their 3-year degree programs, including Bachelor of Technology, Master of Technology, and Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech). However, these esteemed institutions also offer a range of other degree programs, such as Bachelor in Architecture, Master in Architecture, Bachelor of Science, and more. Here’s a comprehensive list of the programs offered by IITs.
Undergraduate Courses
| Bachelor of Architecture | Dual Degree (Bachelor of Science + Master of Science) |
| Bachelor of Science | Joint Master of Science + PhD |
| Dual Degree (Bachelor of Technology + Master of Technology) | Bachelor of Design |
Postgraduate Courses
| Master of Design | Master of Science |
| Dual Degree (Master of Science + PhD) | Master of Philosophy |
| Master of Business Administration | - |
Most Sought-After Specialisations Across IITs
According to the All India Survey of Higher Education Report 2017-2018, engineering is one of the top three fields with the highest enrollment numbers. The report states, "Engineering and Technology is the third-largest stream, with 40,19,000 applicants. Of these, 71.4% are male candidates, while 28.6% are female candidates.
This stream consists of 17 sub-streams, including Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, and more. The top five sub-streams are Mechanical Engineering with 8,80,000 candidates, Computer Engineering with 8,30,000 candidates, Electronics Engineering with 6,50,000 candidates, Civil Engineering with 5,90,000 candidates, and Electrical Engineering with 4,18,000 candidates enrolled.
All IITs offer B.Tech, M.Tech, Dual Degree, and PhD programs in more than 100 specialisations. Computer Science Engineering is one of the most popular choices for candidates pursuing B.Tech, with over 90% of JEE Advanced qualifiers opting for this specialization at the undergraduate level. Mechanical Engineering and Electrical Engineering rank second and third in terms of popularity.
Here are some of the most popular engineering specialisations:
- Marine Engineering
- Electronics Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Industrial Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Aerospace Engineering
- Automobile Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Chemical Engineering
- Aeronautical Engineering
Niche Courses Offered at IITs
IITs are well-known for offering traditional B.Tech and M.Tech degree programs. However, several of these prestigious institutes also offer specialised and unique engineering courses such as Artificial Intelligence, Ceramic Engineering, Paper and Pulp Technology, and Industrial Chemistry. Additionally, they provide a variety of non-engineering programs, including Master's in Medical Science and Technology and MBA in Telecom.
Here is the full list provided below:
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| Name of the IIT | Degree | Niche Course Offered |
| IIT Bombay | M.Tech | Geo-Informatics And Natural Resources |
| M.Tech | Petroleum Geoscience | |
| IIT Delhi | B.Tech | Production and Industrial Engineering |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Atmospheric-Oceanic Science and Technology |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Applied Optics |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Radio Frequency Design and Technology |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Industrial Tribology and Maintenance Engineering |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Design of Mechanical Equipment |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Molecular Engineering |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Design Engineering |
| IIT Delhi | M.Tech | Solid-State Materials |
| M.Tech | Rock Engineering and Underground Structure | |
| IIT Kanpur | B.Tech | Biological Sciences and Bioengineering |
| IIT Kanpur | Bachelor of Science | Mathematics and Scientific Computing |
| Bachelor of Science | Earth Sciences | |
| IIT Kharagpur | B.Tech | Industrial and Systems Engineering |
| IIT Kharagpur | Dual | Agricultural And Food Engineering + M.Tech in any Of the listed specialisations |
| IIT Kharagpur | M.Tech | Medical Imaging and Informatics |
| IIT Kharagpur | Dual | Mining Safety Engineering |
| IIT Kharagpur | Integrated | Exploration Geophysics |
| IIT Kharagpur | Dual | Quality Engineering Design and Manufacturing |
| IIT Kharagpur | B.Tech | Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture |
| IIT Kharagpur | Interdisciplinary | Master’s Program in Medical Science and Technology |
| Integrated | Applied Geology | |
| IIT Madras | B.Tech | Ocean Engineering and Naval Architecture |
| IIT Madras | Dual | Engineering Design |
| Dual | Biological Engineering | |
| IIT Roorkee | Dual | Geophysical Technology |
| IIT Roorkee | B.Tech | Polymer Science and Engineering |
| IIT Roorkee | B.Tech | Paper and Pulp Engineering |
| Dual | Geological Technology | |
| IIT Varanasi | B.Tech | Ceramic Engineering |
| IIT Varanasi | M.Tech | Thermal Science and Engineering |
| IIT Varanasi | B.Tech | Pharmaceutical Engineering and Technology |
| IIT Varanasi | Dual | Industrial Chemistry |
| IIT Varanasi | Dual | Biochemical Engineering + M.Tech in Biochemical Engineering and Biotechnology |
| IIT Varanasi | M.Tech | Climate Science and Technology |
| IIT Varanasi | Dual | Civil Engineering + Transportation Engineering |
| IIT Varanasi | Master of Science | Atmosphere and Ocean Sciences |
| IIT Dhanbad | B.Tech | Mining Machinery Engineering |
| B.Tech | Mineral Engineering | |
| IIT Hyderabad | M.Tech | Executive M.Tech |
| IIT Hyderabad | B.Tech | Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering |
| IIT Hyderabad | B.Tech | Engineering Science |
| B.Tech | Artificial Intelligence | |
| IIT Mandi | M.Tech | Structural Engineering |
| IIT Mandi | Master of Arts | Development Studies |
| M.Tech | Master of Technology in Power Electronics and Drives |
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Courses
To be eligible for admission to Bachelor of Technology and Dual Degree programs at IITs, aspiring candidates must pass the qualifying exam. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the National Testing Agency has waived the requirement of securing at least 75% in the Class XII Board Examinations for IIT admissions. Admission to these programs is based on two engineering entrance exams and a joint counseling process.
Step 1: Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main)
Step 2: JEE Advanced
Step 3: Joint Seat Allocation Authority Counselling