About College/University

Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad (IIT Dharwad) is a public technical institution recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Established in 2016, IIT Dharwad is one of the newest IITs and is steadily developing its academic, research and infrastructure ecosystem.

Located in Dharwad, Karnataka, the institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across engineering, science, humanities and management. IIT Dharwad focuses on quality education, interdisciplinary research, innovation and industry-oriented learning.

Courses

✔ B.Tech
✔ M.Tech
✔ M.Sc
✔ MBA
✔ Ph.D.

Course Eligibility

B.Tech
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics
JEE Advanced qualification
JoSAA counselling

M.Tech
B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline
Valid GATE score

MBA
Bachelor’s degree
CAT score followed by interview (School of Management, IIT Dharwad)

Ph.D.
Postgraduate degree
Written test and interview

Fees

B.Tech: ₹2 – ₹2.5 Lakhs per year
M.Tech: ₹1 – ₹2 Lakhs per year
MBA: ₹6 – ₹8 Lakhs (total approx.)

Placement

IIT Dharwad has a developing placement record with increasing recruiter participation.

Average Package: ₹7 – ₹11 LPA
Highest Package: ₹22+ LPA

Top recruiters include Amazon, Microsoft, Deloitte, Accenture, Tata Group, Infosys, Wipro, Reliance, ISRO, PSUs and startups.

Admission Process

Entrance examination (JEE Advanced / GATE / CAT)
Centralised counselling or interviews
Merit list declaration
Document verification
Fee payment and enrollment

College Highlights

✔ New-generation IIT
✔ Institute of National Importance
✔ Modern campus under development
✔ Focus on research and innovation
✔ Improving national placements
✔ Growing academic ecosystem

FAQs

Is IIT Dharwad government or private?
Government of India (Public Institute)

Which exam is required for B.Tech admission?
JEE Advanced

Does IIT Dharwad offer MBA?
Yes, through the School of Management

Where is IIT Dharwad located?
Dharwad, Karnataka

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