MTech is a popular program at IIT Roorkee that attracts many students many students every year. Many students consider it the right choice after their BTech or other bachelor’s degree to improve their career prospects and employability. IIT Roorkee offers MTech courses in various disciplines with CSE, data science, packaging technology, AI, bioprocess engineering and VLSI design being the top specialisations. 

MTech courses at IIT Roorkee combine theory with practical aspects and provide in-depth knowledge in the specific field. The strong industry connections ensure that MTech students are exposed to excellent internships and placement opportunities. 

To be eligible for MTech courses at IIT Roorkee, you are required to clear the GATE entrance exam and appear in the COAP counselling. After clearing the counselling process, you will be granted admission. Direct admission is provided to IIT graduates with a CGPA of 8 or above on a 10-point scale. Direct admission is also given to first rank holder female candidates under the Golden Girl Scheme. The total fees for MTech courses at IIT Roorkee are around INR 80,000. Google, Microsoft, Accenture, Reliance and American Express are some of the top recruiters. 

Overall, an MTech from IIT Roorkee can be a transformative experience and you will benefit from a vibrant research environment with chances to work on the latest projects. 

IIT Roorkee is one of the oldest and most prestigious engineering institutes in India and is often ranked among the top IITs shown by its constant NIRF rankings. It is known for its robust curriculum offered across various disciplines. The institute is also known for its modern infrastructure, research facilities and libraries. Being a part of IIT Roorkee is a truly special experience that combines modern life with deep-rooted traditional values. Established in 1847 as the first engineering university in the country and currently the oldest engineering university in Asia, its legacy spans over 175 glorious years. 

The campus architecture seen in India's dams, roads, canals and bridges reflects the impact of IIT Roorkee graduates on the country's infrastructure. A unique feature of IIT Roorkee is the James Thomson Building, an iconic administrative building seen in the campus' vocabulary and Bollywood movies. The 365-acre campus offers unparalleled opportunities for study, research, and a vibrant social life, including unique activities such as rowing the Ganges Canal. 

In 2023, IIT Roorkee ranked 8th in NIRF overall college rankings. Many top IITs were down in the rankings which shows the institute's quality. IITs are provided funding from government institutes and IIT Roorkee received a total amount of 94,466 in 2023 from departments like MHRD, CSIR and others. The UG students count reached 5257 with the total student count being 9735 in the academic year of 2022-23.

IIT Roorkee sets itself apart from other IITs through features like free internet for students, 1st-year students given a single room, 3 fests, only 1 midterm exam, a serene building in the Himalayas, solar-powered campus, two local music stations and more. It has a second campus in Saharanpur, which not all IITs have. IIT Roorkee has a rich legacy with a significant contribution to the country’s research and development. 

No, IIT Goa is not better than IIT Mandi. Both of these institutes are considered good to pursue engineering (UG & PG). But IIT Mandi has an edge over IIT Goa in terms of ranking, placement, campus infrastructure, etc. Although IIT Goa is a newly established IIT as compared to IIT Mandi, it is progressing with time.

CATEGORY-WISE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN IIT GOA AND IIT MANDI:

Placement Record: 2023

IIT Goa 

• The placement percentage is around 80%
• Top recruiters include DRDO, Airtel, Microsoft, Amazon, etc.
• The highest package offered during 2023 placements at IIT Goa was INR 60 LPA, while the average package was INR 16 LPA.

IIT MANDI

• The placement percentage is around 90%
• Top recruiters include Cognizant, L&T, Wipro, HSBC, etc. 
• The highest package offered to the students of IIT Mandi in 2023 was INR 70 LPA, whereas the average package was INR 25.23 LPA. 

Newly established IITs like IIT Goa are getting less assistance from the government as compared to older IITs like IIT Mandi. That’s why the facilities available in newly established IITs are not the same as compared to the old ones. 

Thus, I would recommend you opt for IIT Mandi as it is currently a better option than IIT Goa. 

The nearest railway station from IIT Goa is ‘Karmali’. It is around 10 km from the campus of IIT Goa. There are 19 railway stations in Goa, but the nearest ones to IIT Goa are Karmali, Verna, Cansaulim, Sankval, Majorda, Dabolim, Suravali, Madgaon, Vasco-da-Gama and San Juje Da Areyal. 

Not all trains stop at karmali which is why the preferred station is Madgaon. It is around 24 km from the campus of IIT Goa. The railway network is well established, and it is an easy mode to travel to Goa from different parts of the country.

Yes, the option of changing branches is available for the students at IIT Goa. But there are some conditions for the same. 

These conditions are as follows- 

• Students can change their branch only after the completion of first year (Both Semesters).
• All the prescribed courses in the first year must be completed with the required credits. They must not have a backlog in any of their subjects from the first year.
• They must not be charged with any sort of misconduct, or else, they’ll lose the opportunity of branch change.
• General, Gen-EWS and OBC NCL students must have a min. SPI (Semester Performance Index) of 8 in their 2nd sem. SC, ST, PWD students must have a min. SPI of 7 in their 2nd sem to be eligible for a branch switch.
• The strength in Branch A from which a change is being sought should not fall below its sanctioned strength by more than 30%. 

If the students fulfill these requirements, they can apply for branch change after their 1st year at IIT Goa.

The IIT Goa administration is looked after by several deans, each of whom is assigned a special charge in the university affairs. 

Here's the list of Deans at IIT Goa and their respective offices-

• Dr. Sharad Sinha (Faculty Affairs)
• Dr. Thaseem Thajudeen (R&D)
• Dr. Neelakandan Rajamohan (Academic Programs)
• Dr. Rishikesh Narayan ( Student Affairs)
• Dr. Anirudha Ambekar (Infrastructure & Support)

For an institution like IIT Goa which offers a number of UG and PG courses, more than one deans are required for the smooth functioning of the administration.

Like other colleges/universities, IIT Goa also has its own events and fests.The annual fest of IITG is named as “CEPHEUS”. It is organized during the Autumn season every year.

Each year, the organizers try to make the fest even better. Some of the well-known companies that sponsor Cepheus are- HP (Hindustan Petroleum), ATHER, SBI, IMS Learning, etc. 

This fest includes both kinds of events i.e. online and offline. There’s a rule book consisting of important regulations for each and every event/competition. The fest lasts 5-6 days in total. These days are no less than a festival for the IIT Goa students as it helps them release some pressure from their hectic studies.

Overall, Cepheus is a much awaited fest of IIT Goa, and it is enjoyed by every student of our college. 

Yes, IIT Goa provides summer remote internships. The NSM Nodal Center for training in HPC and AI at IIT Goa invites applications for the same. These internships are supported by the national supercomputing mission (NSM) of the Govt. of India together with CDAC. The stipend which is provided for this internship is INR 8000 per month on a pro-rata basis. 

1. Duration of the Internship- The Minimum duration for this internship is 2 months, and Maximum duration 3 months. You’ll be eligible for the stipend only after successfully completing the internship. 
2. Eligibility- Students from science and engineering background can apply for the internship.
3. Application fees and date- There is no fee required to apply for this internship. Unfortunately, the applications for this year are closed. The period to apply was from 6th May 2024 to 12th May 2024.
4. Selection Procedure- The selection is purely based on the Marks/CGPA of a student in the semester exams . Other than that, the projects done by the student in the past are also given importance during the selection process. 

College ID, CV, marksheets, and other documents will also be required upon selection. 

After the submission of the application form, the decision of NSM Nodal Center on all matters will be final. 

Unfortunately, the M.Tech Admissions at IIT Goa for 2024 are closed. (Last date for application form submission was 20th April, 2024). The GATE registration for M.Tech 2024 began on August 30, 2023, and the regular registrations ended on October 12, 2023. 

The following table lists the important dates for IIT Goa M.Tech admission 2024: 

IIT Goa M.Tech Admission 2024 Important Dates:

The admission process in M.Tech. at IIT Goa is very smooth and all the important details can be found on the official website with regular updates. The administration of IIT Goa provides good support during the admission process. 

The IIT Patna fees for BTech including hostel fees is INR 10.39 Lakhs.

I have listed the detailed semester-wise BTech fees for you below.