IIT Madras Facilities Details: Hostel, Campus, Infrastructure, Library, Canteen

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IIT Madras Facilities

IIT Madras is a unique institution acting as a leader offering various programs of study and its uniqueness lies in its world-class infrastructure and modern-day facilities. IIT Madras is committed to providing all the facilities required for an active and fruitful student life. IIT Madras is uniquely located in a protected forest area carved from the Guindy National Park which is exceptional in the busy metro city of Chennai.

The campus houses more than 300 species of trees, plants and unique species of birds and animals within the campus. IIT Madras facilities include transportation, open-air theatre, hostels, etc. Students can read the details of IIT Madras facilities given below:

Boys Hostel
Indian Institute of Technology Madras has 15 hostels for boys. Rooms are available on a single, double and triple sharing basis. Postgraduate students avail single rooms with internet and LAN facilities provided for every hostel. All the necessary facilities such as washing machines, sports facilities, music rooms, common rooms, etc are available for the students.
Girls Hostel
IIT Madras has 5 hostels for the girls. The first-year students are provided with double occupancy type accommodation and for seniors single, double, and triple rooms are available depending on the availability. Hostels have technologically well-built computer rooms. Hostels have gardens and libraries, washing machines, sports facilities, music rooms, common rooms are used for meetings and for arranging/planning of festivals, hostels act as a venue for celebrating them.
Medical/Hospital
The hospital is responsible for providing facilities to address the health requirements of students and faculty apart from regular wellness. It also has certain specialists such as cardiologist, ophthalmologist, ENT surgeon, orthopaedic surgeon, general surgeon etc. and laboratories for conducting several tests such as x-rays. It also has an in-patient ward and well connected to an Apollo hospital pharmacy.
Library
IIT Madras has a Central Library equipped with wi-fi. It has a collection of online databases, books, CD-ROMs, AV cassettes, reports, e-journals and other content for students. The Central Library received Wiley Library Award 2019 in the ‘Digitally Transformed Academic Library (Government)’ Category.
Sports
Indian Institute of Technology Madras provides both indoor and outdoor sports facilities for all students.
I.T Infrastructure
IIT Madras has a well-maintained IT infrastructure to meet the computational needs of the institute. IBM 370 was the first computer that was presented by the Federal Republic of Germany. The centre was relaunched in 2007 and has the capacity of housing 12,000 CPUs and computing power of 10 peta flops.
Cafeteria
Canteen food joints are available throughout the year for hostel members with different types of cuisine.
Auditorium
IIT Madras has an auditorium facility for events and seminars. Open Air Theatre is available in a large spot or arena near the hostel where every weekend the film club screens movies
Wifi
The university has Wi-Fi facility for the students and staff.
Laboratories
IIT Madras has departmental-based laboratories facility for the students. They can visit the laboratories to have some practical experience for better learning.
Banks/ATMs
IIT Madras has two banks, State Bank of India and Canara Bank operating as regular branches and providing services to students, faculty and staff along with ATM services.
Guest Room/Waiting Room
Guest Houses such as the Bose-Einstein guest house and Taramani Guest house dedicated for invited guests, and visiting faculty etc. Students can also avail guest rooms for their parents visiting them
Convenience Store
Convenience store is available to shop for essential supplies, general supplies and groceries. It also has a salon and a bakery.
Transport Facility
The Institute operates buses and mini autos connecting the main gate to different parts of the campus, including the Hostel and Academic zones at frequent intervals. Students are encouraged to traverse the vast campus on bicycles or on foot. Use of powered vehicles by students is not permitted.

Student Reviews for IIT Madras

4.7/5(113 Reviews)

College Infrastructure: 4.5/5

Academics: 4.2/5

Placements: 4.5/5

Value for Money: 3.5/5

Campus Life: 4.6/5

Course curriculum is good

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Posted on 8 Sep'24 by Anonymous

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Batch of 2010-01-01 | M.Tech Chemical Engineering

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We can not tell much about the hostels because have not been there as it is an online degree, but whenever I get there in the fests I can explore the campus myself and then I can make any comment on that, but tell from other people's experience it is very well.

Top iits for research

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Posted on 3 Sep'24 by Anonymous

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Batch of 2009-01-01 | Ph.D Physics

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Since this is a distance/off-campus/online course, you won't get access to campus for regular study, but you can visit the campus with your official ID card. If we talk about the curriculum and academics, then you are going to have an IIT-level quality of education.

A great college for Masters

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Posted on 31 Aug'24 by Anonymous

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Batch of 2021-01-01 | M.Sc Physics

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The college is having a lot of greenery which makes much it more beautiful. I can bet you will definitely enjoy the campus life if you stay in hostel. But some of my north Indian friend were not satisfied with the mess food at all.

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iit bombay chemical or iit madras mechanical and why

Hello there,

Choosing between IIT Bombay Chemical Engineering and IIT Madras Mechanical Engineering depends on your interests and career goals:

IIT Bombay Chemical Engineering : Known for its strong research facilities and industry connections in the chemical sector. If you’re interested in chemical processes, materials science, or related fields, this could be a great fit.
IIT Madras Mechanical Engineering : Renowned for its robust mechanical engineering curriculum, research opportunities, and diverse applications in industries like automotive, aerospace, and manufacturing. If you have a keen interest in mechanical systems and design, this might suit you better.

Both are prestigious programs, but IIT Madras Mechanical Engineering generally has broader applications and may offer more diverse career opportunities.

I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries then feel free to share your questions with us we will be happy to assist you.

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kumardurgesh18022 Sep'24

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I filled my category as OBC NCL in IAT by mistake. When I separately applied for IIT Madras BS course (thru IAT channel) they are asking me to upload my OBC NCL certificate but I am not able to produce it. I would have uploaded the declaration but they are asking for OBC NCL certificate...plz help

You have filled a category by mistake and now need help rectifying it for IIT Madras BS program application via IAT.

It's crucial to reach out to the admissions office at IIT Madras as soon as possible. Explain the situation clearly:

You mistakenly selected OBC NCL category during IAT registration.
You cannot provide an OBC NCL certificate because you don't belong to that category.
In your communication with the admissions office, politely explain the mistake and request them to correct your category selection in the application.
Mention the category you actually belong to (if applicable) and any documents you can provide to support your claim (e.g., caste certificate for a different category).

If you belong to a different reservation category, the admissions office might allow you to change your category selection and request the relevant certificate.

If you don't belong to any reservation category, they might allow you to switch to the general category without needing a certificate.

In some cases, they might ask for an affidavit or self-declaration stating that you don't belong to the OBC NCL category.
Once you have contacted the admissions office, keep a record of your communication (email or phone conversation details).
If they require any further action from you, respond promptly to avoid delays in processing your application.

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Nitin Kumar12 Jun'24

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Hi, I have done BE in EEE but working as a software engineer from last 3years. I want to study MS in computer science and engineering, do I have to clear any exams or how can I get seat in IIT Madras? And is it possible to do part time MS? If yes, what is the course duration?

Getting into an M.S. program in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at IIT Madras with a B.E. in EEE and software engineering experience is possible.

While not mandatory for all specializations, some M.S. programs at IIT Madras, including CSE, recommend a GATE score for shortlisting candidates. A good GATE score can strengthen your application.

Your B.E. in EEE is a valid bachelor's degree, but some foundational knowledge of computer science would be beneficial. Your 3 years as a software engineer demonstrate practical experience in the field. You can highlight relevant projects and skills in your application. IIT Madras typically considers a combination of factors for selection, including GATE score (if applicable), academic performance in B.E., Statement of Purpose (SOP), and letters of recommendation (LOR).

IIT Madras doesn't currently offer a part-time M.S. program in CSE.However, they do offer a Master of Science (MSc) by Research program, which allows some flexibility in scheduling research work.

The full-time M.S. program in CSE at IIT Madras is typically a two-year program.

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