Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
(IIT Bombay)Last Updated: Jun 08, 2026
Established
1958
Campus Size
550.00 Acres
Total Students
12,000
Faculty
680
Student-Faculty
18:1
IIT Bombay Admissions 2025 - JEE Advanced Cutoff, Process & Eligibility
IIT Bombay admits students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes through nationally competitive entrance examinations. B.Tech admissions are exclusively through JEE Advanced followed by JoSAA counselling, while postgraduate programmes use GATE, CAT, IIT JAM, UCEED, and CEED depending on the programme. The institute follows government-mandated reservation policies: SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC-NCL (27%), and EWS (10%).
Admission Highlights 2025-26
| B.Tech Entrance Exam | JEE Advanced (after qualifying JEE Main top 2.5 lakh) |
| B.Tech Seat Allocation | JoSAA Counselling (6 rounds, preference-based) |
| B.Tech Seats | ~1,050 across 10 branches + Dual Degree |
| CSE Closing Rank (2025) | 66 (General), 54 (OBC-NCL), 31 (SC), 19 (ST), 20 (EWS) |
| M.Tech Admission | GATE score → COAP Counselling (20+ specialisations) |
| MBA (SJMSOM) | CAT → Shortlisting → PI round. 120 seats, fee ₹15.16 lakh |
| M.Sc Admission | IIT JAM → JAM Counselling (8 disciplines) |
| B.Des / M.Des | UCEED (B.Des) / CEED (M.Des) at IDC School of Design |
| Reservation | SC 15%, ST 7.5%, OBC-NCL 27%, EWS 10%, PwD supernumerary |
| Fee Waivers | Full tuition waiver for SC/ST/PwD and families with income < ₹5 LPA |
B.Tech Admission Process (Step-by-Step)
- Step 1 - JEE Main: Appear for JEE Main conducted by NTA. Qualify within top 2,50,000 candidates (All India) to become eligible for JEE Advanced.
- Step 2 - JEE Advanced: Appear for JEE Advanced (2 papers, 3 hours each, testing Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics). Obtain an All India Rank (AIR).
- Step 3 - JoSAA Registration: Register on the JoSAA portal, fill preferences for branch and institute (IIT Bombay has 10+ B.Tech options).
- Step 4 - Seat Allocation: JoSAA runs 6 rounds of allocation based on AIR, category, and preference order. Accept or float/freeze the allotted seat.
- Step 5 - Reporting: Pay the seat acceptance fee, report to IIT Bombay with original documents, and complete physical verification.
Eligibility Criteria by Programme
| Programme | Minimum Qualification | Entrance Exam | Selection |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech / Dual Degree | 10+2 PCM, 75% (65% SC/ST) | JEE Advanced | JoSAA Counselling |
| B.Des | 10+2 any stream | UCEED | UCEED Counselling |
| M.Tech | B.E./B.Tech + GATE | GATE | COAP Counselling |
| MBA | Bachelor's degree + CAT | CAT | Shortlist + PI |
| M.Sc | B.Sc in relevant discipline | IIT JAM | JAM Counselling |
| M.Des | Bachelor's in any discipline | CEED | CEED + Interview |
| PhD | M.Tech/M.Sc + GATE/NET | GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-JRF | Written Test + Interview |
Eligibility Criteria
Programme-wise Admission Overview
| Level | Programmes | Entrance Exam(s) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate (4) | B.Tech, B.Des, B.S. (Research), Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) | JEE Advanced, UCEED | JEE Advanced qualified, 10+2 with PCM |
| Postgraduate (4) | M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc, M.Des | GATE, CAT, IIT JAM, CEED | B.Tech/BE with valid GATE score |
| Doctoral / Research (2) | PhD, Integrated PhD | GATE, UGC-JRF, CSIR-JRF, IIT JAM | M.Tech/M.Sc./B.Tech with valid GATE score or UGC-JRF/CSIR-JRF |
Undergraduate Programmes (B.Tech, B.Arch): Candidates must have passed 12th standard with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. Admission to B.Tech is through JEE Main and JEE Advanced with a valid rank. B.Arch candidates must qualify JEE Main (Architecture paper). Reserved category candidates may have relaxed eligibility criteria as per institutional and statutory norms.
Postgraduate Programmes (M.Tech, M.Sc, M.Arch): Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in the relevant engineering or science discipline from a recognized university. M.Tech admission requires a valid GATE score. M.Sc programmes accept qualified candidates based on entrance examination or merit. M.Arch requires a B.Arch degree and GATE qualification or equivalent assessment.
MBA Programme: Bachelor's degree holders from any discipline are eligible. Admission is based on performance in CAT (Common Admission Test) or GMAT, followed by Written Ability Test (WAT) and Personal Interview (PI). Relevant work experience is preferred for final selection.
Application Process
Complete 12th standard examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) for UG programmes, or earn a Bachelor's degree for PG programmes.
Qualify the relevant entrance examination: JEE Main for B.Tech/B.Arch, JEE Advanced for final selection, GATE for M.Tech, or CAT/GMAT for MBA.
Register for the counselling process through JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) for UG programmes or the respective PG counselling portal.
Participate in merit-based counselling and exercise course and college preferences according to rank and eligibility.
Receive seat allocation based on merit, category, and preference ranking.
Complete document verification and submit required certificates and academic credentials.
Pay admission fees and complete online registration to secure the seat.
Participate in orientation and commence studies from the notified reporting date.
Important Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Programme | Date |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main Examination | B.Tech, B.Arch | January - April 2026 |
| JEE Advanced Examination | B.Tech | May 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling Registration | B.Tech, B.Arch | June 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling and Seat Allocation | B.Tech, B.Arch | June - July 2026 |
| GATE Examination | M.Tech, M.Sc | February 2026 |
| COAP Counselling | M.Tech | July - August 2026 |
| CAT Examination | MBA | November - December 2025 |
| MBA Selection Process (WAT & PI) | MBA | August - September 2026 |
| M.Sc Admission Process | M.Sc | July - August 2026 |
| Classes Begin (Autumn Semester) | All Programmes | July - August 2026 |
Seat Matrix
| Course | Total Seats | Duration | Admission Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| MBA | 120 | 2 Years | Entrance Exam |
Latest Cutoff Summary
| Exam | Course | Category | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEE Advanced | B.Tech | General | 66 |
| JEE Advanced | B.Tech | OBC-NCL | 54 |
| JEE Advanced | B.Tech | SC | 31 |
| JEE Advanced | B.Tech | ST | 19 |
| JEE Advanced | B.Tech | EWS | 20 |