About College/University

Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) is a public technical institution recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Established in 2015, IIT Palakkad is one of the third-generation IITs and is rapidly developing its academic and research ecosystem.

Located in Palakkad, Kerala, the institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across engineering, science, humanities and management. IIT Palakkad focuses on interdisciplinary education, research-driven learning and sustainable development.

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 Palakkad)

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.)
Ph.D.: Nominal fees (stipend provided)

Placement

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

Average Package: ₹8 – ₹12 LPA
Highest Package: ₹25+ 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

✔ Third-generation IIT
✔ Institute of National Importance
✔ Permanent campus under development
✔ Focus on data science & interdisciplinary research
✔ Improving national placements
✔ Eco-friendly campus vision

FAQs

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

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

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

Where is IIT Palakkad located?
Palakkad, Kerala

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