Indian Institute of Information Technology [IIIT]

IIIT Kottayam offers UG, PG, and doctoral-level programs. The flagship program of B.Tech is provided in multiple specializations like Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, CSE (Cyber Security), and CSE (AI & Data Science). JEE Main scores and a minimum of 60% marks in the Class 12 board exam determine admission to B.Tech program. Shortlisted students need to go through the online JoSAA/CSAB/DASA counseling for seat allocation. The closing JEE Main rank of the B.Tech Artificial Intelligence department was 30279 in 2025.

M.Tech and Ph.D programs are also available at IIIT Kottayam. Online M.Tech and an integrated M.Tech program are available as well. Working professionals can also apply for M.Tech courses. For admission into M.Tech and Ph.D, academic merit score in the previous examination, and the results of the screening test and interview round are considered. GATE Scores are also taken into consideration during admission. Students can apply online through the official website of IIIT Kottayam for PG and Ph.D courses.

1. IIIT Kottayam Admission Dates 2026
2. IIIT Kottayam Admission Highlights
3. IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Admission 2026
4. IIIT Kottayam M.Tech Admission 2026
5. IIIT Kottayam Ph.D Admission 2026
6. IIIT Kottayam Application Process
7. IIIT Kottayam Admission FAQs

IIIT Kottayam Admission Dates 2026

Here are the important dates of the admission process conducted by IIIT Kottayam.

IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Admission Dates 2026

IIIT Kottayam accepts JEE Main scores followed by JoSAA Counselling for admission to the B.Tech program. Candidates can check the schedule of counselling are tabulated below:

JoSAA Counselling Dates 2026

IIIT Kottayam M.Tech Admission Dates 2026

M.Tech admission at IIIT Kottayam is based on a valid GATE score. Candidates must register to the CCMT portal, and seats are allotted through CCMT counselling rounds. Candidates can check the CCMT Counselling dates in the table below.

CCMT Counselling Dates 2026

Course-Wise Exam and Important Dates

IIIT Kottayam Admission Highlights

IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Admission 2026

IIIT Kottayam offers a 4-year B.Tech program at the UG level at INR 3.08 lakhs annually. Multiple specializations like CSE, ECE, CSE (Cyber Security), and CSE (AI & Data Science).

IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Eligibility Criteria

• Candidates must have passed a 10+2 level examination from a recognized board with at least 60% marks. Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry should be included as compulsory subjects.

IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Selection Criteria

• Candidates are selected based on ranks scored in the JEE Main Session examination conducted by NTA (National Testing Agency).
• Students fulfilling the cutoff criteria are then allocated seats through the online JoSAA/CSAB/DASA counseling process.

IIIT Kottayam JEE Main Cutoff 2025

IIIT Kottayam JEE Main Cutoff 2025 has been released. The Round 1 cutoff for B.Tech AI in 2025 is 29054, whereas the closing rank in Round 5 is 30279. The AI and CSE branch has the highest cutoffs.

Tabulated below are IIIT Kottayam JEE Main Cutoff for the General Category.

IIIT Kottayam CSAB Counselling Cutoff 2025

IIIT Kottayam CSAB Counselling cutoff for 2025 has been released. Through CSAB counselling, the closing rank for B.Tech AI of 39587 was the highest amongst the other branches.

Tabulated below are IIIT Kottayam CSAB Counselling Cutoff for the General Category:

IIIT Kottayam DASA Counselling Cutoff 2025

Candidates can check the IIIT Kottayam DASA Counselling Cutoff 2025 for the different specializations mentioned below in the General Category.

IIIT Kottayam B.Tech Seat Matrix

IIIT Kottayam M.Tech Admission 2026

IIIT Kottayam provides self-paced M.Tech programs for working professionals across specializations like Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cyber Security, and Digital Forensics. With an annual fee of INR 1.92 Lakhs, this program can be availed in online mode as well. The program has a maximum intake capacity of 60. The duration of the program varies from 3-5 years.

IIIT Kottayam M.Tech Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must possess a B.Tech/B.E./AMIE degree in any discipline or MCA or M.Sc/MS degree in CS/IT/Mathematics/Physics/Statistics. Students must have scored at least 60% aggregate in the exam.
• Candidates should also have an employment record in the Industry/R&D/Academica during the application period.

IIIT Kottayam M.Tech Selection Criteria

• Students are first shortlisted based on their performance in previous examinations.
• Further, selected candidates need to go through the written test and the personal interview round.
• Based on the scores of the test and interview, students are selected for admission.
• Students with a valid GATE Score are also given preference.

IIIT Kottayam Ph.D Admission 2026

IIIT Kottayam offers Ph.D programs in Computer & Science Engineering, Electronics & Computer Engineering, and Computational Mathematics. At an annual fee of INR 60,300, programs are available in both part-time and full-time modes. General Category students need to pay a non-refundable fee of INR 1000 during the application process.

IIIT Kottayam Ph.D Eligibility Criteria

• Applicants must possess a Master’s degree in Computer Science & Engineering/IT/Computer Applications/ ECE or equivalent in a relevant branch, with a minimum of a CGPA of 6.5 or 60% marks in aggregate is required.
• Students with B.E./B.Tech from any IIITs, NITs, IIITs with 75% or 8 CGPA are also termed as eligible.
• For the Computational Mathematics specialization, candidates must have M.Sc/Integrated M.Sc in Mathematics/ Mathematics & Computing/Applied Mathematics/Statistics or equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate of 60%.

IIIT Kottayam Ph.D Selection Criteria

• To get admission into the Ph.D program, Selection is primarily based on a written exam followed by a personal interview round.
• However, students with a valid score in GATE/CSIR/UGC-NET/UGC-JRF will have more preference.
• The final merit list is prepared based on the performance in the exam and interview.

IIIT Kottayam Application Process

For admission to Ph.D & M.Tech programs, candidates are required to apply online through the IIIT Kottayam official website.

• Visit the official website of IIIT Kottayam (https://www.iiitkottayam.ac.in/)
• Fill out the application form with the required personal and academic details.
• Select the course to apply.
• Submit the application form and take a printout of it.

IIIT Kottayam Admission FAQs

Ques. How to get a seat in IIIT Kottayam?

Ans. Candidates need to appear for the JEE Main examination conducted by the National Test Agency for the B.Tech programs. Based on the JEE Main scores, students are allocated seats through JoSAA/CSAB/DASA counselling. Candidates need to register for the respective counselling process and select their choice of college during registration. Post seat allocation, students need to physically report to the college and pay the admission fee to confirm admission.

Ques. What is the cutoff for IIIT Kottayam CSE?

Ans. According to the JEE Main 2025 cutoff, IIIT Kottayam B.Tech CSE cutoff varied from 33766 in Round 1 to 36407 in Round 5 under the General Category. The CSE branch has the second-highest cutoff rank. For the last 3 years, the cutoff rank has been consistent. In 2023, the closing rank was 36147, while in 2024, the closing rank was 35996.

Ques. What are the eligibility criteria for the integrated M.Tech program at IIIT Kottayam?

Ans. IIIT Kottayam provides an integrated M.Tech program with BCA and MCA in AI & Data Science for 12th pass students or Diploma degree holders. Students need to possess at least 50% in aggregate with Mathematics as one of the subjects in the 10+2 level examination or in the Diploma.

Ques. Can I get into IIIT Kottayam B.Tech course without JEE Main?

Ans. Only candidates with a valid JEE Main rank are eligible for admission to IIIT Kottayam's B.Tech program. Admission is through JoSAA counselling based on JEE Main scores. Shortlisted students must report to IIIT Kottayam for document verification and fee payment to confirm their seat.