Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee Overview 2026

Uttarakhand

Fees: Approx. ₹2.24 Lakhs per year for B.Tech General Category.

Average Package: ₹20.00 LPA

Highest Package: ₹2.05 CPA (International)

About Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

IIT Roorkee is the oldest technical institution in Asia, established in 1847 as Thomason College of Civil Engineering. It gained the status of an IIT in 2001 and is recognized as an Institute of National Importance.

Admission Details

Status: Applications Open

Mode: Online / Offline

Level: UG & PG

Admission Process

UG admissions via JEE Advanced (B.Tech/B.Arch) and UCEED (B.Des). PG admissions via GATE (M.Tech), CAT (MBA), and JAM (M.Sc). Ph.D. admissions via NET/GATE and Interview.

Important Dates

March 2026: Release of Application Form
April 2026: Last Date to Apply
May 2026: Entrance Examination
June 2026: Declaration of Result

Common Admission FAQs

Q: What is the admission criteria for B.Tech at IIT Roorkee?

A: Admission is based on the rank obtained in JEE Advanced followed by JoSAA counseling.

Q: Does IIT Roorkee provide scholarships?

A: Yes, it offers James Thomason Scholarship for top JEE rankers and Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarships for economically backward students.

Cutoffs Overview

JEE Advanced 2025 Closing Rank: CSE (535), DSAI (710), ECE (1394).

Rankings & Recognition

NIRF 2024: 1st in Architecture, 6th in Engineering, 8th Overall. QS World 2025: 335.

Top Recruiters & Placements

Google,Microsoft,Amazon,Goldman Sachs,Texas Instruments,Flipkart,Apple,TATA Steel

Scholarships & Financial Aid

James Thomason Scholarship, MCM Scholarship, SC/ST Fee Waiver, Convocation Medals.

Student Life & Campus

Vibrant culture with over 30 technical and cultural clubs. Annual fests include Thomso (Cultural) and Cognizance (Technical).

Facilities

Mahatma Gandhi Central Library,High-speed Wi-Fi & LAN,Separate Hostels (Bhawans) for Boys & Girls,Multi-specialty Institute Hospital,Student Activity Centre (SAC),Olympic-size Swimming Pool,Advanced Research Labs,Cafeterias & Night Canteens

Faculty Details

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the admission criteria for B.Tech at IIT Roorkee?

Admission is based on the rank obtained in JEE Advanced followed by JoSAA counseling.

Does IIT Roorkee provide scholarships?

Yes, it offers James Thomason Scholarship for top JEE rankers and Merit-cum-Means (MCM) scholarships for economically backward students.

Reviews & Ratings

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Pros

Historic 175+ year old campus infrastructure
Strong Alumni Network
Excellent Placement Records
Vibrant Campus Culture (Thomso & Cognizance)

Cons

Rigid academic schedule in 2nd year
High competitive pressure
Mess food quality is average

Location

Roorkee - Haridwar Highway, Roorkee, Uttarakhand 247667

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-1332-285311

Email: registrar@iitr.ac.in