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Established in 1959, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras is a non-profit public higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large metropolis of Chennai (population range of over 5,000,000 inhabitants), Tamil Nadu. Officially recognized by the Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Human Resources Development of India, Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) is a large-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 10,000-14,999 students) coeducational Indian higher education institution. Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IITM) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 64-year-old Indian higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. IITM also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Control Typepublic

Entity

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Indian Institute of Technology Madras' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge-sized

Selectivity

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot reported

University Identity

Name
Name (Non Latin) இந்திய தொழில்நுட்பக் கழகம் சென்னை
Acronym IITM
Founded 1959
Motto The Nature of Success is Hard Work
Colours Maroon and gold

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University Location

Address Beside Adyar Cancer Institute, Opposite to C.L.R.I, Sardar Patel Road, Adyar
Chennai
600 036 Tamil Nadu
India
Indian Institute of Technology Madras's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Indian Institute of Technology Madras Phone Number +91 (44) 2257 8000
Indian Institute of Technology Madras Fax Number +91 (44) 2257 0509

Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.

Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Indian Institute of Technology Madras's academic range and degree level offering.



Indian Institute of Technology Madras: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Indian Institute of Technology Madras's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)
International
students		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)		 1,000-2,499 US$
(910-2,280 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Indian Institute of Technology Madras's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our Introduction to University Admissions article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Indian Institute of Technology Madras's admission information.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Indian Institute of Technology Madras a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's acceptance rate range is not reported.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Admission Office Admission Office

JEE/GATE Office
Indian Institute of Technology Madras 600036
044 22578200/8220


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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Indian Institute of Technology Madras has an enrollment range of 10,000-14,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 500-599 academic employees (Faculty).


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Control Type Control Type

Indian Institute of Technology Madras is a public higher education institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Entity Type Entity Type

Indian Institute of Technology Madras is a non-profit higher education institution.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Indian Institute of Technology Madras does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Indian Institute of Technology Madras's main facilities:


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Library


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Indian Institute of Technology Madras's main services:


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Indian Institute of Technology Madras's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Indian Institute of Technology Madras's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Indian Institute of Technology Madras is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Department of Higher Education of the Ministry of Human Resources Development of India


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indian Institute of Technology Madras's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Indian Institute of Technology Madras as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Indian Institute of Technology Madras's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of Indian Universities (AIU)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Most higher education institutions' first-level academic divisions are, depending on the country, one of the following...


  • Colleges
  • Faculties
  • Schools
  • Institutes
  • Academies
  • Departments
  • Divisions
  • Centers

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure.

Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

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Wikipedia

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