Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar)
Location: Argul, Bhubaneswar
District: Khordha, Odisha
Courses Offered:
- Offers **Undergraduate (B.Tech), Postgraduate (M.Tech, M.Sc., MBA), and Doctoral (Ph.D.) programs**.
- Focuses on various engineering disciplines, basic sciences, and humanities.
- **Popular B.Tech Specializations:** Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Environmental Engineering.
- **Popular M.Tech Specializations:** Structural Engineering, Power System Engineering, Thermal Science and Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Analytics, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering.
- Also offers Integrated M.Sc.-Ph.D. programs in various science disciplines.
Admission Criteria:
- Admissions are highly competitive and primarily **entrance-based**.
- **B.Tech:** Based on **JEE Advanced** rank. Candidates must have qualified JEE Main and secured a good rank in JEE Advanced. Requires 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics with 75% aggregate marks (or top 20 percentile in relevant board exam).
- **M.Tech:** Based on **GATE** scores, followed by an interview. Requires B.E./B.Tech degree in relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% marks or 6.5 CGPA (55% or 6.0 CGPA for SC/ST/PwD).
- **M.Sc.:** Based on **JAM (Joint Admission Test for M.Sc.)** scores. Requires a Bachelor's degree in relevant science discipline.
- **Ph.D.:** Master's degree in Engineering/Technology or Master's degree in Science/Humanities with minimum marks. Admission through a **written test and/or interview**. GATE/NET/CSIR/UGC JRF qualified candidates are generally preferred.
- **MBA:** Admission based on **CAT/GMAT** scores, followed by a Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI).
Facilities:
- **Campus:** Spread over 936 acres at Argul, offering a modern, green, and sustainable environment.
- **Central Library:** Extensive collection of books, journals, e-resources, and research materials.
- **Hostels:** Well-furnished, air-conditioned single/double occupancy rooms for all students, with Wi-Fi, common rooms, and mess facilities.
- **Laboratories:** State-of-the-art research and teaching laboratories across all departments.
- **Sports Facilities:** World-class indoor stadium (multi-purpose), outdoor grounds for cricket, football, hockey, volleyball, basketball, tennis, and a swimming pool.
- **Medical Centre:** On-campus medical facility with ambulance services.
- **Other Amenities:** Computer Centre, Central Workshop, Guest House, Cafeteria, Students Activity Centre (SAC), Shopping complex, Banks, Post Office.
Affiliation:
An **Institute of National Importance** established by the **Government of India** under the Institutes of Technology (Amendment) Act, 2011. Recognized by the **UGC**.
Contact:
Address: IIT Bhubaneswar, Argul, Jatni, Khordha, Odisha – 752050, India
Phone: +91 (0674) 7138000 (General Enquiries)
Email: registrar@iitbbs.ac.in
Important Dates (Expected for 2025-26):
- **JEE Main Exam:** January and April sessions.
- **JEE Advanced Exam:** Late May / Early June.
- **JoSAA Counselling (for B.Tech):** Starts after JEE Advanced results, usually late June / early July.
- **GATE Exam:** February (results in March).
- **M.Tech/Ph.D. Application Window:** Opens around March-April, interviews in May-June.
- **JAM Exam (for M.Sc.):** February.
- **CAT/GMAT Exam (for MBA):** Various windows, with MBA applications typically closing around January-February for the next academic year.
Always refer to the **official IIT Bhubaneswar website (iitbbs.ac.in)** and respective entrance exam websites for the most current and precise dates.
Special Features:
- One of the **newest IITs**, established in 2008.
- Known for its beautiful and **eco-friendly permanent campus** with advanced infrastructure.
- Strong focus on **research and innovation**, with state-of-the-art facilities and experienced faculty.
- Offers a highly **interdisciplinary academic environment**.
- **Excellent Placement Record:** Consistently achieves high placement rates for B.Tech and M.Tech graduates with top companies (e.g., Average B.Tech CTC ~ INR 18.15 LPA in 2024, Highest CTC ~ INR 45.6 LPA).
- Participates in various **national and international collaborations** for academic and research pursuits.
- Ranked among the **top engineering institutes in India** by NIRF (e.g., NIRF Engineering Ranking: 67 in 2023).
- **Startup Incubation Centre (STIC):** Promotes entrepreneurial activities among students.