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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
(IIT Bombay)
Mumbai, Maharashtra
IIT
Government
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Est. 1958
UGC Approved
AICTE Approved
NAAC A++
Last Updated: Jun 08, 2026
Established
1958
Campus Size
550.00 Acres
Total Students
12,000
Faculty
680
Student-Faculty
18:1
IIT Bombay FAQs 2025 - Admissions, Fees, Placements & Campus Life
Find answers to the most commonly asked questions about IIT Bombay's admission process, fee structure, placements, campus life, and academic programmes. These FAQs cover queries from prospective B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and PhD applicants based on the latest 2025-26 admission cycle data.
Frequently Asked Questions
B.Tech admission to IIT Bombay requires qualifying JEE Main (top 2.5 lakh candidates), then appearing for JEE Advanced. Based on the JEE Advanced All India Rank (AIR), seats are allocated through JoSAA counselling across 6 rounds. For 2025, the General category closing rank for CSE was 66, while Environmental Engineering (the last branch to fill) closed at 4,777. IIT Bombay also offers B.Des admission through UCEED.
IIT Bombay offers B.Tech in 10 branches: Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Engineering Physics, Metallurgical & Materials Engineering, Energy Engineering, and Environmental Science & Engineering. Additionally, Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) programmes are available in select branches, and B.S. (Research) and B.Des programmes are offered.
For the 2024-25 placement season, IIT Bombay recorded an average package of ₹23.80 LPA, median of ₹18.50 LPA, and highest of ₹2.20 Crore. 395 companies participated and extended 910 offers. IT/Software (33%) and Finance/Consulting (21%) were the dominant recruiting sectors. Top recruiters include Google, Microsoft, Goldman Sachs, McKinsey, and Jane Street.
Yes, IIT Bombay guarantees hostel accommodation for all registered students on its 550-acre Powai campus. The institute has 16 hostels for boys and 3 for girls, equipped with LAN/Wi-Fi, common rooms, mess facilities, and sports areas. Hostel charges are approximately ₹15,000-20,000 per semester, and mess charges are consumption-based at ₹30,000-40,000 per semester.
The total tuition fee for the 4-year B.Tech programme is approximately ₹8,00,000 (₹2,00,000/year). Including hostel, mess, and other charges, the total cost of attendance is ₹10-12 lakh over 4 years. SC/ST/PwD students receive full tuition waivers. Students from families with income below ₹5 LPA also get a complete tuition waiver, while those in the ₹5-10 LPA bracket receive a 2/3rd concession.
IIT Bombay offers the Institute Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (tuition waiver + monthly stipend for families below ₹5 LPA), Institute Free Studentship, INSPIRE Scholarship (₹80,000/year from DST), and numerous corporate and alumni-funded endowment scholarships. GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive ₹12,400/month, and PhD scholars receive ₹31,000-35,000/month under MHRD fellowship.
Yes, international students can apply through DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) for undergraduate programmes or through ICCR scholarships. Postgraduate international admissions are handled separately. IIT Bombay has collaborations with over 50 international universities and offers exchange programmes. The institute hosts students from 30+ countries.
For JoSAA 2025 (Round 6), the General category closing rank for IIT Bombay CSE was 66 - the most competitive B.Tech branch across all IITs. OBC-NCL closed at 54, SC at 31, ST at 19, and EWS at 20. In 2024, the General closing rank was 68. Aspirants typically need an AIR within the top 70 to secure CSE at IIT Bombay.
IIT Bombay offers M.Tech (via GATE, 20+ specialisations), MBA at SJMSOM (via CAT, fee ₹15.16 lakh), M.Sc (via IIT JAM, 8 disciplines), M.Des (via CEED), Integrated PhD, and PhD programmes. M.Tech and PhD students receive monthly stipends. The institute also offers executive education and continuing education programmes for working professionals.
IIT Bombay has a vibrant campus on 550 acres in Powai, Mumbai, with 100+ student clubs and societies. Major annual events include Techfest (Asia's largest science and technology festival), Mood Indigo (Asia's largest college cultural festival), and E-Summit (entrepreneurship fest). The campus has Olympic-size swimming pools, sports grounds, a lake-facing campus, and proximity to Mumbai's tech and financial hub.
M.Tech admission at IIT Bombay is based on a valid GATE score. Shortlisted candidates are called for a written test and/or interview by the respective department. Admission offers are made based on a combined score of GATE marks and interview performance. The GATE cutoff for IIT Bombay M.Tech is among the highest across all IITs. Some departments also accept sponsored candidates from industry or government organisations.
Shailesh J. Mehta School of Management (SJMSOM) at IIT Bombay offers a 2-year MBA programme. Admission is through CAT score followed by GD/PI. The MBA fee is ₹15.16 lakh for 2 years - significantly lower than top IIMs. SJMSOM has a strong placement record with an average CTC of ₹28-30 LPA and access to IIT Bombay's extensive tech and finance recruiter network.
IIT Bombay offers PhD programmes across all engineering, science, humanities, and management departments. PhD scholars receive ₹31,000-35,000/month stipend (MHRD fellowship for GATE/NET qualified candidates), full tuition waiver, subsidised hostel, and contingency research grants. IIT Bombay has 600+ research labs, collaborations with MIT, Stanford, and other global universities, and strong industry-funded research programmes.
The Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) programme is a 5-year integrated programme offered in select departments. Students receive both B.Tech and M.Tech degrees upon completion. Admission is through JEE Advanced (separate seat allocation from 4-year B.Tech). Total tuition is ₹10 lakh for 5 years. Dual Degree graduates often command higher starting packages due to their specialised M.Tech thesis work.
Both are among India's top 3 IITs. IIT Bombay has tighter JEE Advanced cutoffs (CSE: AIR 66 vs ~98), higher QS World ranking (#118 vs #150), a higher average package (₹23.80 LPA vs ~₹22 LPA), and stronger placement access to Mumbai's finance and tech ecosystem. IIT Delhi has an edge in proximity to government and policy research, and a strong consulting placement track. The choice often depends on preferred location (Mumbai vs Delhi) and career goals.
IIT Bombay offers extensive internship opportunities: 300+ companies recruit for summer internships with stipends of ₹40,000-80,000/month (domestic) and $3,000-6,000/month (international). The institute also runs Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), Technology Business Incubator (SINE), and 50+ student technical and cultural clubs. Industry collaborations include sponsored projects with TCS, Reliance, ISRO, DRDO, and global companies.
The highest domestic CTC for the 2024-25 placement season is ₹2.20 Cr, offered by a quantitative trading firm. The previous year's highest was ₹1.68 Cr. The top 10% of placed students average ₹40-50 LPA. Major high-paying recruiters include Jane Street, Tower Research Capital, Google, Goldman Sachs, and De Shaw.
The 2024-25 placement rate is 78% with 910 offers from 395 companies. IT/Software leads at 33% of offers, followed by Finance/Consulting (21%), Core Engineering (17%), Analytics/Data Science (12%), FMCG/Manufacturing (8%), and R&D (5%). The rate considers all registered students; many non-placed students voluntarily opted for higher studies, startups, or competitive exams rather than campus placements.
IIT Bombay has 18 hostels on its 550-acre Powai campus. First-year students are guaranteed hostel accommodation in shared rooms; senior students typically get single rooms. Hostel charges are ₹15,000-20,000/semester. Mess charges are consumption-based at ₹30,000-40,000/semester. Each hostel has common rooms, recreational facilities, and 24/7 internet. The campus also has swimming pool, sports grounds, gym, hospitals, and multiple dining options.
IIT Bombay is ranked #3 in NIRF 2025 Engineering (score: 83.65) and #3 in NIRF Overall (score: 81.62). It has maintained a stable top-3 NIRF Engineering position for the past 5 years. In global rankings, IIT Bombay has improved significantly - from QS #177 (2022) to #118 (2025). It is also ranked #1 by India Today for Engineering and #1 in NIRF Innovation/ARIIA.