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GovernmentNIRF 2025 #1 EngineeringNIRF 2025 #1 Overall

Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras

Also known as IIT Chennai, IIT Madras, IITM

Chennai, Tamil Nadu8000 IntakeofflineFounded 1963Autonomous - Institute of National Importance
Fees / year
₹2L - ₹3L
Courses
23+
Median Salary
₹17.5 LPA

At a glance

Established
1963
Institution type
Government
Location
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Affiliation
Autonomous - Institute of National Importance
Approvals
AICTE, UGC, NAAC, NBA
NIRF 2025
#1 Engineering, #1 Overall, #2 Research
Programmes
23 in Engineering, Science
Median salary
₹17.5 LPA (4-year UG programmes, 2023–24)
Placement rate
76.9% (4-year UG programmes, 2023–24)
Students enrolled
7,512 (2023–24)
Also known as
IIT Chennai, IIT Madras, IITM
Website
iitm.ac.in

Placement and student figures: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

About Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras

Indian Institute of Technology Madras, established in 1959 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, is consistently ranked as India's number one institution by the NIRF rankings. Located on a sprawling 250-hectare campus adjacent to the Guindy National Park, IIT Madras is renowned for its cutting-edge research in artificial intelligence, data science, quantum computing, and sustainable energy. The institute offers over 100 academic programs across 16 departments and several interdisciplinary centres. IIT Madras is home to India's first university-based research park, which hosts over 200 startups and R&D centres of global companies. The institute has produced some of India's most successful entrepreneurs, scientists, and policymakers. With world-class infrastructure including advanced computing facilities, state-of-the-art laboratories, and a vibrant residential campus, IIT Madras provides an unparalleled academic experience. The institute's placement record is among the best in Asia, with top recruiters from technology, consulting, finance, and core engineering sectors. IIT Madras is approved by AICTE, accredited by NAAC with an A++ grade, and recognized by UGC.

NIRF 2025 Rankings

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (Ministry of Education) ranks institutions in separate lists. It lists this college as Indian Institute of Technology Madras.

Ranking listRankScore
Engineering#188.72
Overall#187.31
Research#282.99
Management#1366.50

Source: NIRF India Rankings 2025, Ministry of Education. Data submitted by the institution (PDF)

Courses

23 programmes
CourseLevelSpecialisations
Bachelor of TechnologyUndergraduate17
Bachelor of ScienceUndergraduate3
B.Tech + M.Tech Dual DegreeIntegrated2
B.Sc + M.Sc IntegratedIntegrated1

Placements

549 of the 714 students who graduated from Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras's 4-year UG programmes in 2023–24 were placed (76.9%), at a median salary of ₹17.5 LPA. 153 went on to higher studies.

Source: data submitted by the institution to NIRF 2025.

Year-wise placements

Admission 2027

Entrance exams accepted

JEE Advanced

Scholarships and Fee Reimbursement

In 2023–24, 4,148 of 7,512 students at Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras (55.2%) had their full tuition fee reimbursed by government schemes, the institution or private bodies (NIRF 2025 data).

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Quick Info

TypeGovernment
LocationChennai, Tamil Nadu
Established1963
RankingNIRF 2025 #1 Engineering
Total Intake8000
Courses23+