Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati
(IIT Guwahati)Last Updated: Jun 08, 2026
Established
1994
Campus Size
700.00 Acres
Total Students
7,500
Faculty
400
Student-Faculty
19:1
Affordable Fee Structure for Merit-Based Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programs
IIT Guwahati, as a government-funded IIT, maintains a highly subsidized fee structure. The B.Tech tuition fee is ₹2 Lakh per year (total ~₹8 Lakh for 4 years), significantly lower than private engineering colleges. GATE-qualified M.Tech students are exempt from tuition and receive a ₹12,400/month MHRD stipend. The institute offers extensive fee waivers for SC/ST, PwD, and economically weaker students.
Programme-wise Fee Structure (2025-26)
| Programme | Duration | Tuition Fee (per year) | Est. Total Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | 4 years | ₹2,00,000 | ₹8,00,000 |
| B.Des | 4 years | ₹1,50,000 | ₹6,00,000 |
| M.Tech (GATE) | 2 years | ₹Nil (waived) | ₹2,00,000* |
| MBA | 2 years | ₹6,00,000 | ₹12,00,000 |
| M.Sc | 2 years | ₹75,000 | ₹1,50,000 |
| M.Des | 2 years | ₹2,00,000 | ₹4,00,000 |
| MA | 2 years | ₹50,000 | ₹1,00,000 |
| PhD | 5 years | ₹Nil (waived) | ₹2,50,000* |
| Integrated PhD | 5 years | ₹70,000 | ₹3,50,000 |
*M.Tech and PhD estimated total includes hostel, mess, and institute fees only (tuition waived for GATE/fellowship holders).
Annual Cost Breakdown (B.Tech - Approximate)
| Fee Component | Annual Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | ₹2,00,000 |
| Hostel & Mess Charges | ₹45,000 |
| Examination Fee | ₹2,000 |
| Medical Insurance | ₹3,000 |
| Student Welfare Fund | ₹2,500 |
| Gymkhana / Student Activities | ₹3,500 |
| Library & Lab Fee | ₹5,000 |
| Caution Deposit (one-time) | ₹5,000 |
| Total Annual Cost (approx.) | ₹2,66,000 |
Fee Waivers & Concessions
- SC/ST/PwD: Full tuition fee waiver for all programmes. Only hostel, mess, and incidental charges apply.
- EWS (family income ≤ ₹1 Lakh/year): Full fee waiver - tuition and all non-refundable fees remitted.
- Family income ₹1-5 Lakh/year: Full tuition waiver; other fees payable.
- Family income ₹5-10 Lakh/year: 2/3rd tuition waiver.
- GATE-qualified M.Tech/MS: Complete tuition waiver + ₹12,400/month MHRD stipend for 2 years.
- PhD scholars: Full tuition waiver + MHRD fellowship of ₹31,000-₹35,000/month depending on stage.
Scholarships at IIT Guwahati
- Institute Merit-cum-Means Scholarship: For students with family income below ₹5 Lakh/year, covering tuition and partial living expenses
- MHRD Scholarship for SC/ST: Government-funded full scholarship including maintenance allowance
- PM's Special Scholarship Scheme: For students from J&K and Northeast states
- Institute Free Studentship: Awarded to top-performing students from economically weaker backgrounds
- Alumni-funded Scholarships: IIT Guwahati alumni association provides endowment scholarships for meritorious students
- Industry Scholarships: Various companies sponsor scholarships for B.Tech students (Aditya Birla, TATA, NTPC, etc.)
Education Loan Options
All major Indian banks offer education loans for IIT Guwahati students at preferential rates:
- SBI Scholar Loan: Up to ₹40 Lakh for IIT students at ~8.15% p.a. (no collateral up to ₹20 Lakh)
- Bank of Baroda: Up to ₹20 Lakh (₹40 Lakh with collateral) at ~8.5% p.a.
- Vidya Lakshmi Portal: Government portal to compare and apply for education loans from multiple banks
- Prodigy Finance / Credila: Private lenders offering flexible repayment options for IIT students
IIT Guwahati students generally face no difficulty securing education loans due to the IIT brand and strong placement track record (₹25.21 LPA average CTC). Most banks treat IIT admission letters as sufficient collateral for loans up to ₹20 Lakh.
Fees Structure at IIT Guwahati
Lowest Fees
₹100,000
Highest Fees
₹1,200,000
Courses with Fees
43
| Course | Duration | Total Fees (Approx) | Fee Breakdown |
|---|---|---|---|
|
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Civil Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Energy Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Engineering Physics Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Mathematics and Computing Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Data Science and Artificial Intelligence Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Biosciences and Bioengineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Chemical Science and Technology Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
B.Tech Electronics and Electrical Engineering Full Time |
4 Years | ₹800,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Computer Science Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Electrical Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Mechanical Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Civil Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Chemical Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Biotechnology Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Power Electronics and Drives Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech VLSI Design and Embedded Systems Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Communication and Networks Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Machine Design and Analysis Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Thermal Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Structural Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Transportation Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Environmental Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Systems and Control Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Signal Processing and Machine Learning Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Construction Engineering and Management Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Earth System Science and Engineering Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Materials Science and Technology Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
M.Tech Petroleum Science and Technology Full Time |
2 Years | ₹200,000 | - |
|
MBA Full Time |
2 Years | ₹1,200,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Physics Full Time |
2 Years | ₹150,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Chemistry Full Time |
2 Years | ₹150,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Mathematics Full Time |
2 Years | ₹150,000 | - |
|
M.Sc Mathematics and Computing Full Time |
2 Years | ₹150,000 | - |
|
MA Development Studies Full Time |
2 Years | ₹100,000 | - |
|
MA Liberal Arts Full Time |
2 Years | ₹100,000 | - |
|
B.Des Full Time |
4 Years | ₹600,000 | - |
|
M.Des Design Full Time |
2 Years | ₹400,000 | - |
|
M.Des Electronic Product Design Full Time |
2 Years | ₹400,000 | - |
|
PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹250,000 | - |
|
Integrated PhD Full Time |
5 Years | ₹350,000 | - |
Frequently Asked Questions - IIT Guwahati Fees
Q: What is the total B.Tech fee at IIT Guwahati?
The total B.Tech fee at IIT Guwahati is approximately ₹8 Lakh for 4 years (₹2 Lakh/year tuition). Including hostel, mess, and other charges, the total cost is approximately ₹10.5-11 Lakh for the full programme. This is significantly lower than private engineering colleges which charge ₹15-25 Lakh for comparable programmes.
Q: Is M.Tech free at IIT Guwahati?
For GATE-qualified students, M.Tech tuition is completely waived. Students also receive an MHRD stipend of ₹12,400/month for 2 years. Only hostel, mess, and incidental fees apply - approximately ₹50,000/year - making the effective annual cost minimal.
Q: What fee waivers are available for SC/ST students?
SC/ST students at IIT Guwahati receive a full tuition fee waiver for all programmes. Only hostel, mess, and incidental charges are payable. Additionally, the MHRD SC/ST scholarship provides a maintenance allowance to cover living expenses.
Q: How does IIT Guwahati fee compare with private colleges?
IIT Guwahati B.Tech costs ~₹8 Lakh total (4 years) vs ₹15-25 Lakh at top private colleges (BITS, VIT, SRM). The value proposition is significantly better when factoring in placement outcomes - IIT Guwahati average CTC of ₹25.21 LPA far exceeds most private engineering colleges.
Q: Are there scholarships for MBA at IIT Guwahati?
Yes. IIT Guwahati MBA students can access institute merit-cum-means scholarships, industry-sponsored scholarships, and bank education loans at preferential rates. The total MBA fee is approximately ₹12 Lakh for 2 years, which is competitive compared to top MBA programmes.
Q: What is the PhD stipend at IIT Guwahati?
PhD scholars at IIT Guwahati receive tuition waiver plus an MHRD fellowship of ₹31,000/month (first 2 years) increasing to ₹35,000/month (years 3-5) after passing the comprehensive exam. JRF/SRF holders funded by external agencies receive higher stipends.