Admission to IITs in 2018 was based on clearing the JEE Mains and JEE Advanced exams, with a rank below 1000 required. The IIT-JEE entrance exam consisted of two papers. The faculty at IITs are highly esteemed, often coming from reputed foreign universities. The student-to-faculty ratio between 1:10 and 1:12 allows for personalized attention. The tuition fee per semester is approximately INR 1 lakh, with an additional INR 30,000 for hostel and other charges.
Scholarships are available, including full tuition waivers for low-income and underprivileged students. IIT Madras boasts a remarkable placement record, with the highest package reaching INR 4.3 crore per annum and an average package between INR 22 to 35 lakh. The placement success rate is around 90-95%, with 480 companies visiting the campus, such as Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. In the 2022-2023 season, IIT Madras received 445 job offers, including 15 international ones.
Internships are available from the first year, with median stipends ranging from INR 40,000 to 80,000. The Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship covers up to 67% of fees for eligible students, and SC/ST students receive full tuition waivers and stipends. Hostel and mess fees are about INR 33,000 per semester. This comprehensive support system ensures financial accessibility for all students.
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