Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT)

Uttar Pradesh
Fees: Approx. 60,000 per year for B.Tech (Highly Subsidized Government Fee)
Average Package: 4.50 LPA
Highest Package: 9.00 LPA

About Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT)

The Indian Institute of Carpet Technology (IICT), strategically located on the Chauri Road in Bhadohi—globally renowned as the 'Carpet City of India'—is a highly elite, unparalleled Central Government educational institution. Established in 2001 under the aegis of the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, IICT holds the prestigious distinction of being the only institute of its kind in Asia. Created specifically to provide vital R&D, design, and highly skilled technological support to the massive export-driven Indian carpet and textile industry, the institute is a powerhouse of specialized engineering. The college operates with full approval from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), New Delhi, and its flagship degree is rigorously affiliated with Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam Technical University (AKTU), Lucknow. The academic architecture of IICT is hyper-specialized. The institute's crown jewel is its four-year B.Tech in Carpet and Textile Technology. To ensure a highly elite and focused academic environment, the intake is strictly capped at 60 seats. The curriculum is a masterclass in specialized engineering, extensively covering textile chemistry, yarn manufacturing, fabric structure, advanced dyeing processes, and modern computer-aided textile design. Beyond the degree, the institute heavily supports the local industry by offering distance learning diplomas and specialized short-term certificates in CAD and Carpet Yarn Dyeing. The pedagogy is deeply immersive; students are taught by leading national textile scientists and operate machinery that mirrors massive industrial production lines. Infrastructure at IICT Bhadohi is monumental and globally benchmarked. Students have exclusive access to industrial-grade power loom and handloom workshops, advanced textile chemical processing labs, and high-tech CAD centers for intricate pattern designing. Crucially, the institute houses a highly sophisticated, NABL-accredited Textile Testing and Quality Control laboratory, utilized not just by students but by top international export firms for commercial product certification. The campus ensures complete student welfare, providing highly secure and subsidized hostels for boys and girls, a central library rich in global textile archives, and extensive sports facilities. With a fierce placement cell that connects graduates to massive textile conglomerates like Trident, Welspun, and Raymonds, IICT remains an undisputed titan of specialized technical education in India.

Admission Process

Admissions to the elite B.Tech program are strictly entrance-based. Candidates must secure valid ranks in the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main), followed by centralized counseling via UPTAC. Seat allocation is highly competitive due to the limited 60-seat capacity.

Cutoffs

Candidates must have passed 10+2 (PCM) with a minimum of 45% aggregate marks (40% for SC/ST). High JEE Main ranks are required during counseling.

Rankings & Recognition

Recognized as the only Central Government institute in Asia offering a dedicated B.Tech in Carpet and Textile Technology.

Top Recruiters & Placements

Vardhman Textiles,Welspun India,Trident Group,Raymonds,Obeetee,Saif Carpets,Reliance Retail (Textiles Division),Alok Industries

Scholarships

As a Central Government institute, the tuition is heavily subsidized. Eligible candidates are fully supported in applying for the UP State Government Post-Matric Scholarship.

Student Life & Campus

Student life is highly focused, disciplined, and uniquely creative. Scholars spend massive amounts of time operating industrial looms, mixing chemical dyes, creating digital CAD patterns, and participating in massive international carpet expos.

Facilities

Industrial Power Loom & Handloom Workshops,Advanced Textile Chemical Processing & Dyeing Labs,Textile Testing and Quality Control (NABL Accredited) Labs,Computer Aided Design (CAD) Textile Centers,Central Library with Global Textile Archives,Separate Hostels (Boys & Girls),Design Studio & Exhibition Hall,Cafeteria & Sports Grounds

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes IICT Bhadohi unique?

It is the only institute of its kind in Asia. Established by the Ministry of Textiles, Government of India, it offers a highly specialized B.Tech specifically in Carpet and Textile Technology.

Is the institute government-owned?

Yes, IICT operates under the Office of the Development Commissioner (Handicrafts), Ministry of Textiles, Govt. of India.

Courses & Fees

  • B.Tech in Carpet and Textile Technology - 60,000
  • Diploma in Carpet Technology (Distance/Short Term) - 25,000
  • Short Term Training in Carpet Yarn Dyeing / CAD - 10,000

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Pros

  • Premier Central Government Institute offering a degree that is unparalleled in Asia
  • Massive global demand for its graduates in the lucrative export-driven carpet and textile industries
  • State-of-the-art NABL-accredited textile testing labs and industrial looms
  • Excellent highly affordable fee structure compared to private engineering colleges

Cons

  • Highly niche specialization; restricts career mobility to textile, apparel, and carpet manufacturing sectors
  • Located in Bhadohi, which is an industrial town rather than a cosmopolitan student city

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Notifications & Updates

  • B.Tech Admissions 2026 Open via JEE Main/UPTAC (2026-02-15)

Location

Chauri Road, Bhadohi, Uttar Pradesh 221401

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Contact Details

Phone: 05414-225504 / 228409

Email: iict@iict.ac.in

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