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    IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026 - Application Form (March 28), Seat Allotment, Eligibility, Cutoff

    IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026 - Application Form (March 28), Seat Allotment, Eligibility, Cutoff

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    Chintakuntla Sai GnanUpdated on 30 Mar 2026, 12:14 PM IST

    IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026 - IIT Madras commenced the IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 applications on March 28, 2026. The IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 application link was activated on the official website, mtechad.iitm.ac.in. Candidates who are qualified in GATE 2024 / GATE 2025 / GATE 2026 are eligible to apply. B.Tech IIT students with a CGPA of 8.0 and above are eligible for registration. IIT Madras conducts its MTech admission process in online mode based on the GATE exam. The last date for the IIT Madras MTech admissions is April 27, 2026. Moreover, candidates also have to register on the COAP portal for IIT admissions. The COAP 2026 registration is available from March 26, 2026. For more details about IIT Madras 2026 M.Tech Admission, candidates can refer to the article given below.

    This Story also Contains

    1. IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 Admission Highlights
    2. M.Tech Programmes Offered at IIT Madras
    3. IIT Madras M.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026
    4. IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 Application Form
    5. IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 Admission Process
    6. Institute Fee for IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026
    7. IIT Madras MTech Admission 2026 - Shortlisted candidates
    8. IIT Madras 2026 M.Tech Cutoff
    IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026 - Application Form (March 28), Seat Allotment, Eligibility, Cutoff
    IIT Madras MTech Admission 2026

    Candidates can get the complete details of IIT Madras 2026 M.Tech admissions details on the official website, mtechadm.iitm.ac.in. IIT Madras has launched new programmes: M.Tech in Computational Engineering for Mechanical Systems, M.Tech in Semiconductor Materials Technology, M.Tech in Semic conductor materials technology, M.Tech in Robotics.IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026 Dates

    Events

    Dates

    Availability of IIT Madras M.Tech application form

    March 28, 2026

    Last date to submit online application form

    April 27, 2026

    COAP Registration (GATE Candidates Only)

    March 26, 2026

    Timeline for admission offers Start

    May 11 2026

    Round 1 list of GATE-qualified candidatesMay 11, 2026
    Round 2 list of GATE-qualified candidatesMay 17, 2026

    Reporting for IIT Madras M.Tech admission 2026

    July 20, 2026

    Orientation programme

    July 22, 2026

    Commencement of classes

    July 27, 2026

    IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 Admission Highlights

    Particulars

    Details

    Name of the Admission Process

    IIT Madras M.Tech Admission

    Conducting Institute

    Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Madras

    Admission Channel

    Admission is based on GATE scores or IIT Graduate scores

    Category of Admissions

    Postgraduate

    Level of Admissions

    Institute Level

    Number of Courses Offered

    In total 31 M.Tech programmes are offered at IIT Madras through 13 departments

    M.Tech Programmes Offered at IIT Madras

    Name of the Department

    IIT Madras M.Tech Programme

    Aerospace Engineering

    Aerospace Engineering (AE1Y)

    Applied Mechanics

    Computational and Experimental Mechanics (AM1Y)

    Biomedical Engineering (AM2Y)

    Biotechnology

    Bioprocess Engineering (BT1Y)

    Civil Engineering

    Building Technology and Construction Management (CE1Y)

    Environmental Engineering (CE2Y)

    Geotechnical Engineering (CE3Y)

    Hydraulic and Water Resources Engineering (CE4Y)

    Structural Engineering (CE5Y)

    Transportation Engineering (CE6Y)

    Chemical Engineering

    Chemical Engineering (CH1Y)

    Computer Science and Engineering

    Computer Science and Engineering (CS1Y)

    Electrical Engineering

    Communication and Signal Processing (EE1Y)

    Power Systems and Power Electronics (EE2Y)

    Microelectronics and VLSI Design (EE3Y)

    Control and Instrumentation (EE4Y)

    RF and Photonics (EE5Y)

    Integrated Circuits and Systems (EE6Y)

    Mathematics

    Industrial Mathematics and Scientific Computing (MA1Y)

    Mechanical Engineering

    Thermal Engineering (ME1Y)

    Mechanical Design (ME2Y)

    Manufacturing Engineering (ME3Y)

    Computational Engineering for Mechanical Systems

    Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

    Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (MM1Y)

    Semi Conductor Materials Technology

    Ocean Engineering

    Ocean Structures (OE1Y)

    Ocean Technology (OE2Y)

    Physics

    Functional Materials and Nanotechnology (PH1Y)

    Engineering DesignElectric Vehicles
    M.Tech in Robotics

    Who can apply for IIT Madras 2026 M.Tech admission?

    Candidates who meet the following conditions will be eligible for M.Tech at IIT Madras, as shown below:

    • Candidates who have qualified GATE 2026/ 2025 or 2024.

    • IIT B.Tech Graduates.

    • Sponsored candidates.

    • QIP candidates.

    • UOP candidates.

    • Defence-sponsored candidates.

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    IIT Madras M.Tech Eligibility Criteria 2026

    Particulars

    Details

    GATE qualified candidates (GATE 2024/2025/2026)

    Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/ Technology/ Architecture from educational Institutions approved by AICTE/ Government

    Master’s degree in Chemistry/ Life Sciences/ Mathematics/ Physics related subjects from educational Institutions approved by UGC/ Government

    Degrees obtained through Distance Education/ Correspondence Mode for the qualifying degree specified. The Departments will follow the suitability test/ interview procedure for screening in such cases

    Candidates yet to appear or have appeared in the final examination for the qualifying degree

    Associate Membership holders of professional bodies for admission into:

    • The Institution of Engineers (India) (AMIE)

    • The Aeronautical Society of India (AMAeSI) (eligible only for aerodynamics, structures and propulsions streams)

    • The Indian Institute of Metals (AMIIM)

    • The Indian Institute of Chemical Engineers, including Polymer and Environmental Group (AMIIChemE)

    • The Institution of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers (AMIETE)

    IIT Graduates

    Candidates graduating/ graduated from IITs with B.Tech. Degree and having CGPA of 8.0 (on a scale of 10) and above can apply without a GATE Score.

    Sponsored candidates

    Candidates employed and sponsored (with full pay and allowances for 24 months) by industry/ government organizations/ private and public enterprises, engaged in R&D work recognized by DST/ engineering colleges recognized by AICTE, possessing at least two years of professional experience as on the last date of receipt of applications at IIT Madras

    Holding B.E./ B.Tech. degree from an AICTE-recognised engineering college/university with first class or 60% aggregate marks in all four years (no need for having a GATE Score); or

    AMIE or any other Associate memberships listed above (no need for having a GATE Score)

    IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 Application Form

    The authorities released the IIT Madras MTech application form 2026 on March 28, 2026, on the official website, iitm.ac.in. Candidates who qualify for the GATE exam can fill out the MTech application form. Applicants must keep all the necessary documents ready before starting the application form for IIT Madras M.Tech 2026. Given below is the step-by-step guide for filling and submitting the application form for IIT M.Tech admissions:

    How to fill IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 application form?

    • Visit the website mtechadm.iitm.ac.in.

    • Click on the IIT Madras M.Tech admission application form link

    • Candidates have to provide some personal, academic and communication details

    • Upload the required documents

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    Documents required for IIT Madras M.Tech Application Form 2026

    Documents

    Specifications

    Recent Passport Size Photograph

    File Size: 10 KB to 500 KB

    File Dimension: 30 mm x 45 mm

    File Format: JPEG

    Signature

    File Size: 10 KB to 500 KB

    File Dimension: 80mm x 35mm

    File Format: JPEG

    • Nationality Certificate (Birth Certificate, Passport, etc)

    • Certificate of Disability (if applicable)

    • Category Certificate (if applicable)

    • Complete Grade Cards (for IIT B.Tech Candidates)

    Maximum File Size: 2MB

    File Format: PDF

    Multiple scanned pages should be combined into a single PDF file.

    1. The last step required candidates to pay the IIT Madras M.Tech application fee in online mode for the amount as depicted in the table below:

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    M.Tech Application Fee 2026 for IIT Madras Admission

    Category

    Application Fees

    General/All Other categories

    Rs. 600

    SC/ST/PwD

    Rs. 300

    1. At last, when all information is uploaded, candidates have to verify and then finally submit the application form.

    IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 Admission Process

    First of all, candidates interested in the IIT Madras M.Tech admission process have to fill out the online application form. The registration process will be followed by the preparation of a merit list for each M.Tech programme by the authorities based on candidates’ performance in the qualifying examination. It may be noted that candidates will also apply through the GATE COAP portal. Candidates will be offered seats as per their score in the GATE exam. They will have to pay the programme fee within the prescribed period to confirm their seat for the M.Tech admission at IIT Madras 2026.

    Institute Fee for IIT Madras M.Tech Admission 2026

    Category/ Group
    Fees to be paid
    GEN , OBC & EWS
    ₹ 23650/-
    SC, ST & PwD
    ₹ 18650/-

    *Hostellers have to pay an additional ₹ 32450 /- to the Chairman, Council of Wardens during the time of admission.

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    IIT Madras MTech Admission 2026 - Shortlisted candidates

    The authorities will publish the shortlisted candidates for MTech admissions on the official website. It may be noted that B.Tech graduates from IITs, as well as some other categories of candidates, are also eligible for M.Tech at IIT Madras.

    IIT Madras 2026 M.Tech Cutoff

    The concerned authorities at IIT Madras shall prepare cutoff marks for all M.Tech programmes. It shall serve as the minimum marks required by the candidates for admission in various IIT Madras M.Tech 2026 programmes. Candidates who will qualify the IIT Madras cutoff for M.Tech 2026 will stand a higher chance of admission. In the meantime, candidates can check the previous year's IIT Madras GATE cutoff.

    IIT Madras M.Tech Cutoff

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

    Q: How can I get admission in IIT Madras M.Tech programme?
    A:

    Candidates who qualify the GATE exam/ IIT graduates/ sponsored categories will be able to apply for IIT Madras MTech admission.

    Q: What is the eligibility criteria for M.Tech in IIT Madras?
    A:

    The IIT Madras M.Tech eligibility criteria shall vary for various categories of candidates and programmes offered at the institute. Candidates may find detailed information on the official website regarding eligibility.

    Q: Can I get IIT Madras 2026 M.Tech admission without GATE?
    A:

    Yes, apart from GATE qualified candidates, the authorities have also specified some other candidates who are eligible for M.Tech at IIT Madras.

    Q: How many M.Tech specializations are offered at IIT Madras?
    A:

    13 departments at IIT Madras offer a total of 31 M.Tech programmes under various specializations.

    Q: Was the last date for the IIT Madras MTech admissions through GATE 2026
    A:

    The last date for the IIT Madras M.Tech admissions through GATE 2026 is April 27, 2026.

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