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IIT Jammu MTech Admission 2024: Registration (Open), Dates, Eligibility, Cutoff, Placement, Fees

Jammu, Jammu and KashmirAutonomous University

Master of Technology [M.Tech]


Course Fees

Course Duration

2 Years

Tuition Fees

20.00 K

1 Year Fees

1.19 Lakhs

Total Fees

2.23 Lakhs

Detailed Fees

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obc
sc/st
semesterTuition FeesOther FeesTotal Fees
semester 1₹ 20000₹ 49075₹ 69.08 K
semester 2₹ 20000₹ 30115₹ 50.12 K
semester 3₹ 20000₹ 33195₹ 53.20 K
semester 4₹ 20000₹ 30115₹ 50.12 K

Course Information

Course Description

IIT Jammu MTech admissions are based on GATE Score followed by COAP counselling. For IIT Jammu MTech Admission 2024, GATE Registrations have started from August 30. The closing date of regular registration is October 12, 2023. Along with that, the deadline for extended online registration or application process (with late fee) is 20th October, 2023. 

IIT Jammu offers MTech program in 6 different specialisations such as Tunnel Engineeirng, Data Science, Information Security, Communications and Signal Processing, Thermal & Energy System and Computer Technology. These courses are offered for a duration of 2 years seggregated into four semesters. IIT Jammu grants admission for its MTech program based on the performance in the GATE exam and COAP counselling process. The institute has participated till 10 rounds in COAP counselling 2023.

For IIT Jammu MTech admission, both Indian and foreign students can apply. It is mandatory for a foreign student to hold a first division/first-class degree in their bachelor’s and should have a confirm admission offer from Times/QS ranked foreign university. For Indian stduents, they must have a BTech or B.E. degree from a recognized university with a minimum 6.0 CGPA or 60% marks. Eligible candidates must qualify the GATE exam and further apply for IIT Jammu MTech program through the institute’s official website. Candidates will be charged an amount of Rs.300 for the application form.

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IIT Jammu MTech Important Admission Dates 2024

The official dates for IIT Jammu M.Tech admission are tabulated below:

Events Dates
GATE Registration Starts from August 24, 2023 Aug 30, 2023 Delayed
Closing Date of REGULAR online registration/ application process (Without Late Fee) October 12, 2023
Closing Date of EXTENDED online registration/ application process (With Late Fee) October 20, 2023
Modifications in GATE 2024 Application November 07 - November 11, 2023
Availablity of GATE Admit Cards for Download January 03, 2024
GATE Exam Date (Tentative) February 3,4,10, & 11, 2024

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IIT Jammu MTech Eligibility

The IIT Jammu M.Tech eligibility varies from course to course. Check the table below to know the detailed eligibility conditions for each specialization. 

Specialization Eligibility 
Tunnel Engineering B.E/B.Tech/AMIE in Civil Engineering or Earth Science, with a minimum of 65% marks in aggregate or a minimum CGPA of 6.5 on a 10 point scale.
Data Science
  • Candidates should have qualified their qualifying degree (B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc.) in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics
  • Candidates who have qualified AMIE or Grad IETEqualifications will also be considered for admission based on their performance in AMIE/Grad IETE. Such candidates will have to complete 24 valid credits specified by the concerned DRC/CRC/PEC along with a valid GATE score
Information Security Candidates should have qualified their qualifying degree (B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc.) in Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mathematics and Statistics
Communications and Signal Processing
  • BE/B.Tech in ECE/EIE/EEE/ETC/EE with First class throughout in education qualification (5% relaxation in 10th or 12th)
  • Special consideration for B.E./B.Tech. degree from an IIT with a CGPA of 8.0 and a valid GATE score.
  • A minimum of 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10.00point scale in secondary (Xth) and senior secondary (XIIth) school examinations
  • A relaxation of 5% marks or equivalent will be given in either of secondary (Xth) or senior secondary (XIIth) school examinations
Thermal & Energy Systems Engineering B.E/B.Tech/AMIE in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering, with a minimum of 65% marks in aggregate or a minimum CGPA of 6.5 on a 10 point scale.
Computer Technology B.Tech/B.E./M.Sc. in Computer Science and Engineering/ Information Technology/ Information & CommunicationTechnology/ Electronics Engineering/ Mathematics and Statistics/ Electronics and Communication Engineering/Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering /Electrical Engineering/ Electrical and Electronics engineering

For Foreign Candidates:

  • It’s important for a foreign student to hold a first division/ first-class degree. 
  • He/She must have a confirmed admission offer from a foreign university that ranked in Times/QS ranking.

IIT Jammu MTech Admission

The candidates for the IIT Jammu M.Tech are selected based on GATE exam scores. Post that, the candidates will be required to appear in the technical round of written test and interview. IIT Jammu offers applications to be filled by the candidate in the online mode. Offline or physical copies of applications or any admission-related certificates are not required. Candidates who fulfill every aspect of the eligibility criteria can be admitted to IIT Jammu for the M. Tech course in their relevant departments. For availing IIT Jammu admission in M.Tech , candidates have to submit the application form online.

How to Apply? 

  • Visit the registration site for IIT Jammu and complete the registration.
  • After registering, fill up the application online.
  • A non-refundable application fee of INR 300/- has to be paid through net banking or credit/ debit card. 

Application Fee

Category Fees
General/Gen-EWS/OBC INR 1,000/-
SC/ST/PWD  INR 500/-

Documents Required 

  • Marksheet of class X, XII, Graduation
  • Caste certificate
  • Scanned photograph and scanned signature. 

IIT Jammu MTech Selection Criteria

IIT Jammu selects candidates for final admission based on GATE scores, Marks in 10th, 12th, and Graduation. Each specialization has different percentage set for selection. 

IIT Jammu MTech Selection Criteria 2023
Specialization 10th percentage 12th percentage Graduation percentage GATE Discipline
Communication and Signal processing  65 65 65 EC, EE, IN
Computer Technology 60 60 60 CS, EC, EE, IN, MA, ST
Data Science 65 65 60 CS, EC, MA, ST
Information Security 65 65 60 CS, EC, MA, ST
Thermal and Energy Systems NA NA NA CH, ME, XE
Tunnel Engineering NA NA 60 CE
VLSI and Cyber Physical Systems 65 65 65 ECE, EE, IN

Note: 5% relaxation is given in the percentage for SC and ST category students.

GATE 2023 COAP Registration Process

After passing the GATE entrance exam, candidates are to register for the COAP counseling process to secure their admission into IITs, NITs, and other participating institutes. COAP provides a common platform for the registered candidates to make the most preferred choice for admission into an M.Tech. Program in the participating Institutes. 

Eligibility Criteria to Register for COAP 2023

  1. The candidate must be a citizen of India.
  2. Candidates should have a valid GATE score from 2023/2022/2021.

GATE 2023 COAP Step by Step Registration Process

The candidates can successfully apply for GATE COAP 2023 by simply following the below:

Step 1: Visit the official website of COAP @ coap.iitd.ac. and click on the registration link.

Step 2: Fill in details such as their GATE Registration Number, GATE Paper Code, GATE score, date of birth.

Step 3: Click on the “Validate” icon and enter the registered email id and mobile number.

Step 4:Click on the “Submit to Register” button.

Step 5: After the registration is successfully done for COAP 2023, the candidates will obtain a Login ID and Password for COAP Login. The same will be sent via Email and SMS.

Step 6: The COAP registration will only be considered as complete only if the candidates log in using the Login ID and Password and verify the registration details.

Step 7: After the completion of the above-given steps, the candidate can access the information on offers made from the participating Institutes.

Step 8: In the end, the admission offer will be uploaded at COAP website and will be tagged with COAP registration number (same as GATE registration number without subject code).

Details Required to Enter in COAP Registration

The following are the details that have to be filled by the candidate at the time of registration.

  • Candidate’s name
  • Candidate mobile number
  • Email ID
  • Gate score
  • GATE registration number
  • GATE paper code
  • Date of Birth
  • Scorecard of GATE
  • List of IITs and IISc in which you wish to apply for
  • A valid Email ID
  • An active Mobile Number

IIT Jammu MTech Cutoff

IIT Jammu GATE Cutoff 2023 will be released soon. The minimum GATE score required for Computer Technology, Data Science, and Information Security is 550+. For Communication and Signal processing, the candidate must score 500 marks in the GATE exam. There is no cutoff score released for the Tunnel Engineering course. Aspiring candidates need to have only a valid gate score for admission.

IIT Jammu GATE Score 2023
Specialization General EWS OBC-NCL PWD SC ST
Communication and Signal processing  500 450 450 300 300 300
Computer Technology 560 504 504 367 367 367
Data Science 583 521 521 381 381 381
Information Security 569 511 511 375 375 375
Thermal and Energy Systems 400 200 360 200 200 200
Tunnel Engineering Valid GATE score
VLSI and Cyber Physical Systems 500 450 450 250 250 250

IIT Jammu MTech Courses

Course Departments Specializations
M.Tech Computer Science Department Data Science
Information Security
Computer Technology
Electrical Engineering Department Communications & Signal Processing
Jointly offered by the Mechanical Engineering Department and Chemical Engineering Department Thermal and Energy Systems Engineering
Civil Engineering Department Tunnel Engineering

IIT Jammu MTech Seat Matrix

IIT Jammu offers MTech programs in various specialisations. Each of the courses has a specific seat intake. Given below is the table of the IIT Jammu MTech seat matrix as per the courses offered by the institute:

Courses Seats Offered
MTech Tunnel Engineering 12
MTech Data Science 18
MTech  Thermal and Energy System 12
MTech Information Security 18
MTech Communications and Signal Processing 12

IIT Jammu MTech Fees

Mentioned below is the detailed fee strcuture of the IIT Jammu MTech program:

Particulars Amount in INR Amount in INR
Gen/OBC/EWS SC/ST/PH Defence/Sponsored
Tuition Fee (payable every semester) 20,000 0 50,000
Annual Fee (payable every odd semester) 3,080 3,080 1,480
One-time payment (paybale at the time of admission) 5,880 5,880 5,880
Security Fee (paybale at the time of admission) 10,000 10,000 10,000
Semester Fee Single Occupancy (payable every semester) 30,115 30,115 11,140
Semester Fee Double Occupancy (payable every semester) 25,660 25,660 11,140
Total Fees (Single Occupancy) 69,075 49,075 78,500
Total Fees (Double Occupancy) 64,620 44,620 78,500

IIT Jammu MTech Placements

IIT Jammu is conducting its 2023 placement drive. The highest salary package stood at INR 43 LPA. Reputed recruiters like Amazon, HCL, Accenture, American Express etc visited the campus. The branch-wise salary statistics are tabulated below:

Branches Highest salary Average salary Median salary Minimum salary
CSE INR 43 LPA INR 21 LPA INR 16 LPA INR 6 LPA
EE INR 19 LPA INR 13 LPA INR 11.5 LPA INR 7 LPA
Thermal Engineering INR 10 LPA INR 7 LPA INR 6.5 LPA INR 5 LPA
Computer Technology INR 36 LPA INR 28 LPA INR 27 LPA INR 21 LPA
Tunnel INR 5 LPA INR 5 LPA INR 5 LPA INR 5 LPA

Read More: IIT Jammu Placements

IIT Jammu FAQs

Ques. For M.Tech in Communications and Signal Processing, which degree in Bachelors are accepted at IIT Jammu?

Ans. A first class in ECE/ EIE/ EEE/ ETC/ EE is required for admission in Communications and Signal Processing.

Ques. I want to be admitted to IIT Jammu M.Tech Tunnel Engineering, am I required to appear for the GATE exam?

Ans. Yes, it is mandatory to appear and qualify in the GATE exam to get admission in any of the specializations in the IIT Jammu M.Tech program.

Ques. What facilities are provided at IIT Jammu for M.Tech?

Ans. IIT Jammu provides a Structures and concrete Lab, Soil Mechanics Lab, Surveying Lab, Structural Analysis Lab, and many more.

Ques. Do IIT graduates also require a GATE score for IIT Jammu MTech admissions?

Ans. No, IIT graduates having a CGPA of 8.5 do not require a GATE score. For SC/ST candidates, a 6.75 CGPA in a qualifying degree is required. 

Ques. How much GATE score is required for IIT Jammu MTech admission in Computer Technology specialization?

Ans. Candidates seeking admission to IIT Jammu M.Tech under Computer Technology specialization must have 560 GATE scores and 60% marks in 10th, 12th, and Graduation. 

Ques. How is IIT Jammu MTech Data Science?

Ans. MTech in Data Science at IIT Jammu is offered by the Department of Computer Science Engineering. Admission to the program is based on GATE scores in CS, EC, MA, and ST disciplines. IIT Jammu MTech Data Science cutoff required for admission is 582 for general category students and 521 for EWS and OBC-NCL students. For SC/ ST/ PWD category students, 381 is the minimum mark required. Students graduating with this degree receive the highest package of up to INR 45 LPA. The average salary received is INR 26 LPA. Check IIT Jammu MTech Data Science Curriculum


Course Details

Tunnel Engineering

Total Fees

222,500
Duration2 Years
Number of Seats-
Type of CourseFull Time
Mode of TeachingOn Campus
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Mode of TeachingOn Campus
Structural Engineering

Total Fees

222,500
Duration2 Years
Number of Seats-
Type of CourseFull Time
Mode of TeachingOn Campus
Duration2 Years
Number of Seats-
Type of CourseFull Time
Mode of TeachingOn Campus
Duration2 Years
Number of Seats-
Type of CourseFull Time
Mode of TeachingOn Campus
Chemical Engineering

Total Fees

222,500
Duration2 Years
Number of Seats-
Type of CourseFull Time
Mode of TeachingOn Campus
Vlsi Design

Total Fees

222,500
Duration2 Years
Number of Seats-
Type of CourseFull Time
Mode of TeachingOn Campus

Placement

Highest Placement₹ 53.0 Lakhs
Average Placement₹ 18.0 Lakhs
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College Ranking

Ranking of IIT Jammu - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITJ]



Answered Questions

IIT Jammu - Indian Institute of Technology - [IITJ]: 9 answered questions

Ques

Is IIT Jammu safe for students?

● Top Answer By Monique Ghosedas on 06 Jul 21

Ans
Jammu is a very beautiful place and it is completely safe for students and for the people living there. Yes, we do hear some news about violence, attacks, instability but all these happen in Kashmir, near the border area which is very far away from Jammu. There is a lot of confusion between the people due to lack of media coverage and they think that Jammu is a part of Kashmir but it is not the truth and Jammu is a different city and it is safe for everyone. It has been more than 25 years almost since any unusual activity happened in Jammu and this states that it is a much safer city. People roam around anytime in the city and its streets are always busy. IIT Jammu is situated in the outskirts of the city Jammu and it is around 300 kilometers away from Kashmir. Hence, Jammu is a very safe city and IIT Jammu is a completely safe place to study. The campus is very beautiful with amazing scenic spots and you can study peacefully over there.
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Which one is better for pursuing engineering in India, IIIT Allahabad, IIIT Delhi, NIT Kurukshetra, DTU, or IIT Jammu?

● Top Answer By Sagar Agrawal on 29 Jun 21

Ans
If you want to go to a technical branch then Delhi Technological University (DTU) should be your first choice. DTU has a good placement record, over 300 companies come for recruitment. Its research facility is also good. IIIT Allahabad has a good coding culture where over 110 companies come for campus placement. NIT Kurukshetra has a better placement record than IIT Jammu but IIT Jammu has a name tag with it. In the following table, you will get basic information about IIIT Allahabad, IIIT Delhi, NIT Kurukshetra, DTU, and IIT Jammu. Category IIIT Allahabad IIIT Delhi NIT Kurukshetra DTU IIT Jammu Average CTC INR 9-12 LPA INR 15 LPA INR 10 LPA INR 11.17 LPA INR 12.2 LPA Highest CTC INR 39 LPA INR 31 LPA INR 30 LPA INR 43 LPA INR 40 LPA Therefore, if you have a choice between IIIT Allahabad, IIIT Delhi, NIT Kurukshetra, DTU, and IIT Jammu then DTU is the best option. IIIT Allahabad and Delhi have good placement too. It is on you which institute you choose for your study.
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Which is better for CSE among IIT Goa, IIT dharwad, IIT Jammu?

● Top Answer By Ashmita Roy on 20 May 22

Ans
All three of these IITs are new and offer similar academics for CSE. IIT Dharwad and IIT Goa are under the mentorship of IIT Bombay. While IIT Jammu is under the mentorship of IIT Delhi. So, you will get to learn from some of the best faculties in the field.  In terms of placements, IIT Jammu is a little ahead. During IIT Jammu placements 2022, the average package for B.Tech CSE stood around INR 21 LPA. 
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How good is EE at IITJ MU? Are there Arduino based projects like at IIT Dharwad IIT Bhilai?

● Top Answer By Olivia Roy on 11 Jan 21

Ans
Although IIT Jammu is fairly new, it offers wonderful opportunities in terms of internships, project-based work, full-time jobs, and placements.  Curriculum: Since the administration is under IIT Delhi, the entire curriculum and structure are designed by the institute.  Faculty: Most of the faculty members of EE are young and have good research experiences. Many of them have PhDs and PostDocs from reputed IITs and universities abroad.  The faculties at the institute are approachable. If you show interest in research work, they can also include you in their research work. You can also seek help from Ph.D. students. Laboratories: The institute offers fully-functional and well-designed practical labs for main courses in Electrical Engineering such as Control and Power systems, Analog and Electrical Machines. Placements:  IIT Jammu had the first placement drive in 2020. According to the placement report the average CTC offered was 8 LPA. The highest placement within the EE branch as of now is 31 LPA by Amazon. Projects: You can pursue many projects at IIT Jammu. The lab work includes projects which make up for nearly 20 to 30% of the entire course.  Students can get hands-on practical experience through the Robotics and Electronics club as well. It is easily possible for students to even create their own projects. Therefore, IIT Jammu is a great place for a program in EE.
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Is it safe to go to IIT Jammu?

● Top Answer By Shreya Ghosh on 23 Feb 21

Ans
Yes, it is definitely safe to go and study at IIM Jammu. Since my friends studied there and being a student of IIT Jammu myself, I can assure you that it is a completely safe environment to pursue your studies. Categories IIT Jammu Course Fee 8.88 lakh Placement Percentage 70% Highest CTC 18 LPA Average CTC 8 LPA Recruiting Companies Bosch, Havells, Captury, DRDO, HAL, ONGC, etc. IIT Jammu provides students with all the necessary facilities, it has more or less the same climate as Delhi. It is a peaceful place with cooperative people, they are nice and warm and always helpful. IIT Jammu like other IITs has become the educational hub for Indian citizens.
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Is it worth joining IIT Jammu?

● Top Answer By Neha Kaur on 23 Feb 21

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As it is already an IIT you should never miss the opportunity. So, yes, it is worth your time and money to study at IIT Jammu. The reason for joining at IIT Jammu is as follows: Academics: As it is an IIT institution, all the college authorities make every possible effort to provide best academic facilities in the campus. Even if a professor is absent they allocate IIT Delhi professor to teach students. Sports and extracurricular activities: There are various kinds of indoor and outdoor sports and extracurricular activities in the campus. You will get ample amounts of opportunities to participate and be involved in them. College environment: The campus has got a gym, various types of cultural clubs for games, sports, music, dance etc. You can participate in all these. There are various kinds of competitions in which you can participate. Categories IIT Jammu Course Fee 8.88 lakh Placement Percentage 70% Highest CTC 18 LPA Average CTC 8 LPA Recruiting Companies Bosch, Havells, Captury, DRDO, HAL, ONGC, etc. Overall it is a safer place to study. The staff, teachers and students work very closely in order to make the institution best in India. If you get a chance for admission and you belong to this region then you should never lose the opportunity.  The college is now the fastest growing IIT in the country. The seats are also increasing and the college is now incorporating other branches as well. The college has got excellent connectivity with the IIT Delhi and they hire mentors from that college as and when required which is a plus point for the college.
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How good is IIT Jammu?

● Top Answer By Sunita Ghose on 18 May 22

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IIT Jammu is a good in terms of academics, placements, and extracurricular. The faculties are well-qualified ad experienced. As it is a new IIT, the crowd is less. You can freely join any club and society of your choice. IIT Jammu has Coding Club, Robotics Club, Dance Club, Arts Club, etc.  The institute has a good placement record. According to IIT Jammu placements 2022 highlights, students received an average CTC of INR 21.5 LPA, while the highest CTC offered was INR 45 LPA.  
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Should I pursue electrical engineering at IIT Jammu or geophysics at IIT Kharagpur?

● Top Answer By Ankita Sinha on 27 Mar 23

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I will highly recommend you against joining IIT Jammu as it lacks the necessary academic environment and facilities required for a rich Engineering course. My aunt is not only a graduate of IIT Kharagpur (Applied Geology) but also is currently working for Schlumberger in the Middle East. IIT Kharagpur Geophysics is a good option only if you are interested in the field or have no other option. Honestly, the demand for Geophysics is gradually deteriorating and in the upcoming future, it will generate very less revenue and jobs in the oil industry. This definitely does not mean it lacks lucrative opportunities. Someone who is genuinely passionate about Geophysics will always choose this over other branches.  This course comes with excellent exchange opportunities that will allow you to travel during your five years at IIT Kharagpur.  Geophysics offers great opportunities to apply numerical, quantitative, and computational methods to geological investigations. IIT KGP focuses on holistic development and thus has a rich extracurricular culture that helps develop bonds between students of different branches. This program is not for everyone but it can be the dream branch for some.
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How do IIM and IIT students from Jammu (J & K) study in a conflict environment? Do their parents allow them to study there?

● Top Answer By Deepesh Agarwal on 02 Jan 23

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Unlike the general misconception, Jammu is as safe as any other city in India. Only Kashmir is inflicted by riots and has a conflict environment. My sister had no doubts when she made the decision to pursue MBA from IIM Jammu. In fact, even our parents did not worry about her relentlessly.  As a part, a little concern on their part is justified. But if the riots and conflicts are the reason your parents can rest assured as Jammu is a very safe city. Moreover, IITs and IIMs are institutes of great national importance. Hence strict regulations are imposed to maintain safety within the campus.
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