IIIT Allahabad admits students mainly through the JEE Main exam, with competitive ranks required—below 6000 for IT and below 9000 for ECE. The institute offers courses in Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) and Information Technology (IT), with admissions handled through JoSAA counseling and occasional UPSEE entries. Recognized as a Tier 1.5 institution and a college of national importance, it boasts a faculty of over 100 members, all holding advanced degrees.
The faculty-to-student ratio is 1:25, facilitating supportive learning, although teaching methods vary. The curriculum is industry-aligned, promoting both academic and extracurricular excellence. The B.Tech program costs approximately INR 2 lakh per year, including tuition, hostel, and mess fees. Tuition and hostel fees are around INR 59,000 per semester, with mess fees at INR 15,000. Fees have risen incrementally, yet financial aid, scholarships, and government schemes are available. Despite perceptions of high costs, the fees are competitive compared to other top institutes.
IIIT Allahabad maintains transparency in fee structures, accepting only online payments. Placement at the institute is robust, with 90-100% of students securing jobs annually. Over 150 companies, including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, and Apple, recruit from the campus, offering roles primarily in software development. The highest salary package has reached 1.5 crore INR, with average packages between 25 to 35 lakhs INR. Internship opportunities are notable, with stipends ranging from 35,000 to 2,50,000 INR per month.
The institution has a strong placement cell, ensuring consistent hiring even amid global economic challenges. IIIT Allahabad offers various scholarships, including Merit Incentive Awards of INR 36,000 per semester and Merit-cum-Means scholarships of INR 18,000. SC/ST/PwD students receive full tuition waivers, although hostel and mess fees apply. The total four-year fee for general and OBC students is about INR 12 lakhs, with a 10% annual increase, while SC/ST students pay around INR 4.1 lakhs.
Education loans and additional scholarships are accessible, with details available on the college website.
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