Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee
(IIT Roorkee)Last Updated: Apr 24, 2026
Established
1847
Campus Size
365.00 Acres
Total Students
9,000
Faculty
480
Student-Faculty
19:1
IIT Roorkee Admission: Entrance Exams, Eligibility, and Selection Process
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee offers admission to undergraduate and postgraduate programs through national-level entrance examinations. Undergraduate admission is primarily conducted through JEE Advanced, one of India's most competitive entrance exams. The institute also considers admissions through other channels including institutional examinations and special categories. IIT Roorkee's rigorous selection process ensures that only the most qualified candidates are admitted to its engineering, architecture, and science programs.
Candidates aspiring for undergraduate programs at IIT Roorkee must have completed their 12th standard or equivalent with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects. Eligibility typically requires candidates to meet the JEE Advanced performance criteria and secure a rank within the merit list. For postgraduate programs, IIT Roorkee accepts admissions through GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering), national-level entrance exams for M.Tech programs, and direct admission for candidates with strong academic records. International candidates may also apply through separate admission categories for select programs.
The admission process at IIT Roorkee is conducted transparently with multiple rounds of counselling for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs. Candidates must register, provide their preferences, and participate in the allotment process. The institute publishes admission timelines and important dates well in advance to guide applicants through the enrollment process. For current admission dates, eligibility requirements, and detailed program information, candidates are advised to visit the official IIT Roorkee website or contact the admissions office directly.
Eligibility Criteria
B.Tech (Undergraduate): Candidates must have passed 10+2 examination with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, followed by qualifying JEE Main and JEE Advanced. Only candidates who rank within the specified cut-off in JEE Advanced are eligible for admission to B.Tech programmes at IIT Roorkee.
M.Tech (Postgraduate): Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science with a minimum aggregate score (typically 60% or equivalent CGPA) is required. Admission is primarily through GATE scores in relevant specializations. IIT Roorkee also conducts its own entrance examination for candidates not qualifying GATE.
MBA & M.Sc: Bachelor's degree in any discipline with a minimum aggregate score is the basic requirement. MBA admission requires CAT or GMAT scores or qualifying IIT Roorkee's own entrance examination. M.Sc programmes require a relevant Bachelor's degree and qualifying through departmental entrance tests or national-level examinations.
Application Process
Check eligibility criteria for your desired programme (B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc) on the official IIT Roorkee website
Register and submit your application online through the admission portal during the specified application window
Appear for the required entrance examination (JEE Advanced for B.Tech, GATE for M.Tech, CAT for MBA, departmental entrance exam for M.Sc)
Check your entrance exam results and register for the counselling/seat allocation process
Participate in online counselling, exercise your programme and branch preferences, and accept your allocated seat
Report to the institute with original documents, complete admission verification, and secure your admission
Complete hostel allotment (if applicable) and attend orientation programmes
Register for courses and begin your academic programme at IIT Roorkee
Important Admission Dates 2026
| Event | Programme | Date |
|---|---|---|
| JEE Main Examination | B.Tech | January 2026 |
| JEE Advanced Registration | B.Tech | April 2026 |
| JEE Advanced Examination | B.Tech | June 2026 |
| GATE Results Announcement | M.Tech | February 2026 |
| M.Tech Counselling & Seat Allocation | M.Tech | March - April 2026 |
| B.Tech JEE Advanced Counselling Begins | B.Tech | June - July 2026 |
| MBA CAT Scores Acceptance | MBA | January - February 2026 |
| MBA Entrance Examination (if applicable) | MBA | To be announced |
| M.Sc Entrance Examination | M.Sc | April - May 2026 |
| Admission Confirmation & Document Submission | All Programmes | July - August 2026 |
Seat Matrix
| Course | Total Seats | Duration | Admission Mode |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | 1100 | 4 Years | Entrance Exam |
| M.Tech | 650 | 2 Years | Entrance Exam |
| MBA | 80 | 2 Years | Entrance Exam |
Entrance Exams Accepted
Latest Cutoff Summary
| Exam | Course | Category | Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| JEE Advanced | - | General | 522 |
| JEE Advanced | - | OBC-NCL | 202 |
| JEE Advanced | - | SC | 128 |
| GATE | - | General | - |
| GATE | - | OBC-NCL | - |