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    Updated on Mar 24 2026, 06:46 PM IST by Nakkal Varsha
    IIT Palakkad News and Notifications

    SATVA 2026 workshop will be conducted by IIT Palakkad from June 4 to 6, 2026.  

    Tata Consultancy Services visited IIT Palakkad campus for collaborative research and development opportunities

    JEE Advanced 2026 applications will start from April 23, 2026.

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    About IIT Palakkad

    Established in 2015, the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) is an autonomous engineering institute recognised as an Institute of National Importance. IIT Palakkad is one of the 23 Indian Institute of Technology (IITs) and has a campus area of 500 acres. 

    • #64 in the engineering category is the IIT Palakkad NIRF ranking 2025, while the NIRF score is 51.20.
    • IIT Palakkad Courses: B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.S and PhD.
    • Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad Fees: Rs 9.04 lakhs is the IIT Palakkad B.Tech fees. M.Tech fees start from Rs 61,680, while MSc fees are Rs 1.28 lakhs.
    • JEE Advanced, GATE and JAM are accepted for admissions at IIT Palakkad.
    • The opening rank of IIT Palakkad cutoff for CSE in round 1 for general category students is 4530.
    • IIT Palakkad Placements: As per the NIRF 2026 report, 104 UG students got placed with a median package of Rs 12,00,000. PG 2-year students received a median package of Rs 9,00,000 and PG 3-year students got a median package of Rs 10,50,000. 

    IIT Palakkad has 11+ departments and centres and offers 37 courses. IIT Palakkad courses are offered at the undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral levels. The fees of IIT Palakkad range from Rs 61,680 to Rs 9.04 lakhs. B.Tech admissions in IIT Palakkad are based on the JEE Advanced scores and must participate in JoSAA counselling. 

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad M.Tech admission is offered based on the scores obtained in GATE, and candidates must participate in CCMT counselling. For M.Sc admission to IIT Palakkad, candidates must appear in the JAM examination. IIT Palakkad facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls, a well-equipped gym, a library with a wide collection of books, magazines, national and international journals

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    IIT Palakkad Ranking Highlights 2025

    As per the NIRF Ranking 2025, the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad secured 64th rank in the engineering category. Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad secured a position in the 101-150th rank band overall as per the NIRF 2025 ranking. 

    IIT Palakkad NIRF Rankings 2025

    During NIRF rankings 2025, IIT Palakkad scored 51.20 in the engineering domain. In the overall category, the college ranked in the 101-150 rank band. Mentioned below are the details of the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad NIRF ranking in 2025 and 2024. 

    IIT Palakkad 2025 NIRF Ranking

    CategoryRankScore

    Engineering

    6451.20

    Overall

    101-150-

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    IIT Palakkad Cutoff Highlights 2025

    14852 is the closing rank of Civil Engineering as per IIT Palakkad cutoff 2025 for general category students in round 1. For Computer Science Engineering, 5736 is the closing rank of B.Tech CSE for the general category. The details of the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad cutoff 2025 for the general category are given below. 

    IIT Palakkad JEE Advanced Cutoff 2025 

    IIT Palakkad Placement Highlights 2026

    IIT Palakkad median package of UG 3-year students is Rs 12,00,000. Some of the top recruiters that have participated in IIT Palakkad placements are TATA ELXSI, Math Works, Paytm, HCL, Havells, Jio, Salesforce and many other top reputed companies participating in the recruiting process. Students can check the IIT Palakkad NIRF 2026 data below. 

    IIT Palakkad Placements 2025 

    ParticularsStudents PlacedMedian Package

    UG 3-year

    104Rs 12,00,000

    PG 2-year

    51Rs 9,00,000
    PG 3-year5Rs 10,50,000

    IIT Palakkad Location

    Indian Institute of Technology, Ahalia Integrated Campus, Kozhippara P. O, Palakkad, Kerala - 678557, India.

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    Q: When was IIT Palakkad established and what is its national importance?
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    IIT Palakkad was established in 2015. It is recognized as an Institute of National Importance and is one of the 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) in India. As an autonomous engineering institute, IIT Palakkad plays a crucial role in shaping the country's technological landscape.

    Q: How large is the IIT Palakkad campus and what academic offerings does it provide?
    Q: What is the fee structure for B.Tech programs at IIT Palakkad?
    Q: How does IIT Palakkad rank in national engineering college rankings?
    Q: What are the admission criteria for different programs at IIT Palakkad?

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    IIT Palakkad Highlights

    ParameterDescription
    Established2015
    ExamGATE, JEE Advanced, JAM
    Courses 5 Degrees and 35 Courses
    Institute TypeInstitute of National Importance
    GenderCo-ed
    Student Count815
    Faculty Count127
    Campus Size500 acres
    Gender PercentageMale 77% and Female 23%
    Students from Outside the State 85%

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    Q: When was IIT Palakkad established, and what does this mean for its development?
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    IIT Palakkad was established in 2015, making it one of the newer Indian Institutes of Technology. This recent establishment means the institute is equipped with modern facilities and is actively growing its academic programs, research capabilities, and infrastructure to meet the evolving needs of technical education in India.

    Q: Which entrance exams are accepted for admission to IIT Palakkad?
    Q: How many students currently study at IIT Palakkad?
    Q: What is the faculty-to-student ratio at IIT Palakkad?
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    IIT Palakkad Rankings / Accreditations

    NIRF Ranking

    300 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    Parametric Score Engineering
    TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
    RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
    GO - Graduational Outcomes.
    OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
    PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

    Overall Yearly Trend

    51.2
    74.28
    26.02
    62.17
    65.91
    20.87

    Key takeaways from IIT Palakkad's Ranking Statistics

    • IIT Palakkad ranks higher than 14 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • IIT Palakkad ranks higher than 2 IITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • IIT Palakkad rank remains consistent since last year.

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    200 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
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    Key takeaways from IIT Palakkad's Ranking Statistics

    • IIT Palakkad ranks higher than 14 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • IIT Palakkad ranks higher than 2 IITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • IIT Palakkad rank remains consistent since last year.

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    IIT Palakkad Placements

    IIT Palakkad NIRF report 2026 has been released. During the IIT Palakkad placements 2025, 94.44% Civil Engineering students were placed. Check highlights of the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad placements 2025 below.As per IIT Palakkad NIRF report 2026, 104 UG students and 56 PG students got placed in 2024-25. 81.58% students got placed during placements at IIT Palakkad in 2025.A total of 155 students have been placed in the IIT Palakkad placements 2025.IIT Palakkad highest package 2025: Rs 52 LPA for CSE & Electrical Engineering; Rs 36 ...

    Domain

    Engineering and Architecture

    Level

    PG

    Year

    2 Years

    Statistics for Academic Year 2023-24

    ParticularsStatistics
    First year total students intake (2022-23)120
    Total students admitted (2022-23)93
    Total Graduated Students (2023-24)87
    Total Placed Students (2023-24)48
    Placement Percentage (2023-24)64%
    Total student gone for higher studies (2023-24)12
    Median Salary (2023-24)9.00 L

    Placement yearly trends

    Placement Percentage
    Source Data NIRF 2025

    Key takeaways from IIT Palakkad's Placement Statistics

    • The Placement Percentage of IIT Palakkad has decreased by 32.05 %
    • The Median salary of IIT Palakkad has decreased by 5.56 %
    • The Placement Percentage of IIT Palakkad is better than 12 colleges that are ranked higher
    • The Median salary of IIT Palakkad is better than 35 colleges that are ranked higher
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    Q: What is the median salary package for UG and PG students at IIT Palakkad according to the NIRF 2025 report?
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    According to the NIRF 2025 report, the median salary package for UG students at IIT Palakkad is Rs 12 LPA (Lakhs Per Annum), while for PG students it is Rs 10 LPA.

    Q: How many companies visited IIT Palakkad for campus recruitment in 2024, and what was the highest salary package offered?
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    Student Diversification at IIT Palakkad

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    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Courses offered by IIT Palakkad

    IIT Palakkad Courses and Fees 2026Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Palakkad offers courses at UG, PG and doctoral levels. IIT Palakkad courses are available in full-time and online study mode in streams of Engineering, Science, Arts, Humanities and Social Science. IIT Palakkad B.Tech courses are offered in specialisations like Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Data Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering and Mechanical Engineering. Courses of IIT Palakkad include B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.S, Ph.D and certification ...

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    IIT Palakkad Scholarship

    IIT Palakkad offers merit based and students with disabilities with scholarships, Top class education scheme for SC students, National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST students, Central sector scheme of Scholarship for College and University students, Prime Minister’s Scheme for Central Armed Police Forces and Assam Rifles, and Finicial Support to the students of NER for Higher Professional Courses.

    Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Palakkad offers scholarships to students who have done well in their academics. Needy and outstanding students can also apply for IIT Palakkad scholarships. The institute encourages students to apply for a wide range of State/Central government scholarships. Some of the Central Government scholarships that students of IIT Palakkad can apply for are: Saksham Scholarship, Scheme of Merit cum Means Based Scholarship' For Students Belonging to The Minority Communities, National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students, etc. The details of all the IIT Palakkad scholarships are given in the table below:

    Also See: IIT Palakkad Admission

    IIT Palakkad Scholarships, Eligibility Criteria, and Amount

    Scholarships

    Eligibility Criteria

    Amount

    Half-Time Teaching Assistantship

    GATE qualified candidates with bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology

    Rs. 12,400 per month

    Institute MCM Scholarship

    M.Sc students

    Full tuition fee will be waived and a monthly payment of Rs. 1,000

    Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Scholarship

    M.Sc Physics student

    Rs. 5,000 prize money

    Prof. Valsakumar Merit cum Means Scholarship

    M.Sc Physics student

    Rs. 35,000 per semester

    The details of all the central government scholarships are given in the table below:

    Central Government Scholarships, Eligibility Criteria and Amount

    Scholarships

    Eligibility Criteria

    Amount

    Saksham Scholarship

    Only for differently-abled students with more than 40% disability.

    Family income should be less than Rs. 8 lakhs per annum.

    Students must be admitted to first-year diploma/undergraduate degree level programmes/courses in AICTE approved Institutions.

    Rs. 30,000 or the actual tuition fees paid, whichever is less.

    Contingency allowance of Rs 2000 per month for a duration of 10 months.

    Scheme of 'Merit cum Means Based Scholarship' For Students Belonging to The Minority Communities

    The scholarship will be awarded to the students who have secured more than 50% marks or equivalent grades in the previous final examination.

    The annual income of the family from all sources should not exceed Rs.2.50 lakhs per annum.

    An amount of Rs. 20,000 per annum. 

    Scheme of 'Post Matric Scholarship' For Students Belonging to The Minority Communities

    The scholarship will be awarded to the students who have secured more than 50% marks or equivalent grades in the previous final examination.

    The annual family income should not exceed Rs. 2 lakhs per annum.

    The students must be admitted for first-year diploma/undergraduate degree level programmes/courses in AICTE approved Institutions.

    The admission and tuition fee for UG & PG level is Rs. 3,000 per annum.

    Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students

    Scholarships will be awarded to students after the validation of their ST certificate.

    The annual family income should not exceed Rs. 6 lakhs per annum.

    The students are entitled to receive full tuition fees and,

    Books & Stationery allowance of Rs. 3,000 per annum.

    Living expenses of Rs. 2,200 per month.

    Rs. 45,000 one-time assistance for computer and its accessories.  

    Scholarships serve as an incentive as well as encouragement for students who are academically sound but lack the financial means to continue their education.

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    Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

    UG (4 years): 340/666
    PG (2 years): 38/200

    Data Source: NIRF 2025

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    Q: What types of scholarships does IIT Palakkad offer to its students?
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    IIT Palakkad offers several types of scholarships to its students. These include merit-based scholarships, scholarships for students with disabilities, and institute-specific scholarships. The institute offers Half-Time Teaching Assistantship for GATE qualified candidates, Institute MCM Scholarship for M.Sc students, Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Scholarship, and Prof. Valsakumar Merit cum Means Scholarship for M.Sc Physics students. Additionally, IIT Palakkad encourages students to apply for various State and Central government scholarships.

    Q: What is the Half-Time Teaching Assistantship at IIT Palakkad and who is eligible for it?
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    IIT Palakkad Admission

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad admissions are provided to courses like B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.S and Ph.D programmes. Before applying for IIT Palakkad admissions, the candidates should appear for the appropriate entrance examination. Students must qualify for JEE Advanced for IIT Palakkad B.Tech admissions. GATE scores are considered for IIT Palakkad M.Tech admissions. 

    • BTech, MTech, MSc, MS and PhD are the courses for IIT Palakkad admissions.
    • Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad admission fees is Rs 100 for MS and PhD courses. 
    • Entrance Exams accepted: JEE Advanced for IIT Palakkad BTech admissions; GATE for IIT Palakkad MTech admissions; JAM for IIT Palakkad admissions to the MSc courses; and a written test for IIT Palakkad PhD admissions 2026.
    • GATE 2026 results for MTech admissions were declared on March 19, 2026.
    • JAM 2026 results for MSc admissions have been declared on March 19, 2026.
    • JEE Advanced 2026 applications will start from April 23, 2026.

    Valid JAM scores are required for IIT Palakkad admissions to M.Sc courses. Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for admission at IIT Palakkad. The qualified candidates should attend the counselling procedure. To complete the IIT Palakkad admission procedure, the candidates should pay the admission fee, along with the submission of documents.

    Also See: IIT Palakkad Placements

    IIT Palakkad Admissions 2026 Highlights

    Students interested in applying for IIT Palakkad admissions have to appear in the entrance examination. Given below are details of IIT Palakkad admission eligibility criteria for B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.Pharm and PhD courses. 

    IIT Palakkad Eligibility & Selection Criteria 2026 

    Courses

    IIT Palakkad Admission Criteria

    BTech

    Eligibility Criteria: 10+2

    Selection Criteria: JEE Advanced+JoSAA

    M.Tech

    Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree

    Selection Criteria: GATE/written Test+COAP

    Counselling: 

    M.Sc

    Eligibility Criteria: Bachelor’s degree

    Selection Criteria: JAM+CCMN

    MS/PhD

    Eligibility Criteria: Master’s degree

    Selection Criteria: Written Test+Interview

    IIT Palakkad Admission Dates 2026

    For UG and PG admissions at IIT Palakkad, students must know the dates of JEE Advanced, GATE and JAM. Check the details of IIT Palakkad 2026 admission dates.

    IIT Palakkad BTech Admission Dates 2026

    EventDates

    JEE Advanced 2026 registration dates for foreign nationals

    April 6 to May 2, 2026

    JEE Advanced 2026 form date

    April 23, 2026

    JEE Advanced 2026 registration last date

    May 2, 2026

    Last chance to pay JEE Advanced 2026 application fee

    May 04, 2026

    Release of JEE Advanced 2026 admit card

    May 11 to 17, 2026

    Choosing of scribe by PwD candidates with less than 40% disability and face difficulty in writing

    May 16, 2026

    JEE Advanced 2026 exam date and time

    May 17, 2026

    • Paper 1: 9 AM to 12 PM

    • Paper 2: 14:30 PM to 17:30 PM

    Availability of the JEE Advanced candidate response sheet

    May 21, 2026

    Provisional JEE Advanced Answer Key 2026

    May 25, 2026

    Last date of JEE Advanced objections

    May 25 to 26, 2026

    JEE Advanced 2026 final answer key

    June 01, 2026

    JEE Advanced 2026 result date

    June 01, 2026

    JEE Advanced 2026 AAT registration

    June 01 to 02, 2026

    JEE Advanced AAT 2026

    June 04, 2026

    JEE Advanced AAT result

    June 07, 2026

    How to Get Admission in IIT Palakkad?

    The candidate must first visit the official website of the respective entrance examination. The details of the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad application process are given below. 

    IIT Palakkad Registrations 2026  

    CourseIIT Palakkad Application Process

    B.Tech

    1. Candidates who got selected through JoSAA counselling must pay IIT Palakkad B.Tech fees.

    2. Report to the IIT Palakkad with all the documents for verification. 

    M.Tech

    1. After registering for COAP, fill out the IIT Palakkad M.Tech application form from the official website of the college.

    2. Pay IIT Palakkad M.Tech application fees and submit the form. 

    M.Sc

    1. Candidates who are allotted seats through CCMN counselling must report to IIT Palakkad with all the required documents for verification. 

    MS/ PhD

    1. Visit the official website and fill out an IIT Palakkad application form.

    2. Upload the required documents and pay the application fees and submit the form. 

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad Login Portal

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad provides a separate portal for login www.iitpkd.ac.in/user/login. The students can access the IIT Palakkad login portal by giving the details of their username, password, and the given code in the image. The portal shows the details of the admissions status, the latest and upcoming events of the institute, placement cell details, and many others.

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    When will the IIT Palakkad GATE Result 2026 be released?

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad results for the GATE 2026 examination are released today, that is March 19, 2026. Students can check their respective Palakkad GATE 2026 results online through the official website. IIT Palakkad GATE 2026 results are now visible.

    IIT Palakkad BTech Admissions 2026  

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad offers multiple B.Tech courses at the undergraduate level. The B. Tech programme is offered in full-time mode with a duration of four years. The B.Tech courses offered at IIT Palakkad are B. Tech Computer Science and Engineering, B.Tech Electrical Engineering, B.Tech Civil Engineering, B.Tech Mechanical Engineering and B.Tech Data Science and Engineering. 

    IIT Palakkad B.Tech Eligibility Criteria 

    CoursesSeat IntakeIIT Palakkad Selection Criteria

    B.Tech

    200

    Class 10+2 examination or equivalent with a minimum of 75% marks (65% in case of reserved category)+  JEE Advanced

    IIT Palakkad B.Tech Admission Process

    • Candidates applying for the B.Tech course must meet the eligibility criteria and appear for JEE Advanced.

    • Candidates must meet the cutoff requirement for the B.Tech course at IIT Palakkad

    • The qualified candidates must register for JoSAA Counselling

    • Candidates must select IIT Palakkad as their preference

    • Seat allocation for IIT Palakkad admission for the B.Tech programme is managed by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). 

    • Shortlisting of candidates for IIT Palakkad admissions is done based on the scores obtained in the entrance examination.

    •  Admission is confirmed after the submission of documents and payment of the required IIT Palakkad admission fees. 

    Also See: IIT Palakkad Cutoff

    IIT Palakkad Admissions 2026 for PG Courses

    The Postgraduate courses offered by the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad are M.Tech, M.Sc, and M.S Courses. The duration of the PG courses at IIT Palakkad is two years. The candidates must meet the eligibility criteria mentioned below to apply for IIT Palakkad PG course admission.

    IIT Palakkad Eligibility Criteria for PG Courses

    CoursesSeat IntakeIIT Palakkad Selection Criteria

    M.Tech

     103

    B.Tech/B.E+GATE 

    M.Sc

    N/A

    Graduation in a relevant field+JAM 

    M.S

    N/A

    Graduation+Written test/Interview 

    IIT Palakkad M.Tech Admissions 2026  

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad offers admissions to M.Tech courses in specialisations like M.Tech System on Chip Design, M.Tech Geotechnical Engineering, M.Tech Computing and Mathematics, M.Tech Data Science and many more. The details of the IIT Palakkad M.Tech selection process are given below. 

    IIT Palakkad M.Tech Admission Process

    • Candidates must appear and secure a valid GATE Score. 

    • Application to the M. Tech programme should be submitted in online mode along with the application fee.

    • Candidates applying for M.Tech admission must register for the counselling procedure.

    • Seats are offered to selected candidates after the counselling process.

    • Selection of candidates for IIT Palakkad admissions is done based on the GATE scores.

    • To complete the IIT Palakkad admission process the candidates should submit the required documents and payment of the fee. 

    IIT Palakkad MSc Admissions 2026  

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad admissions are offered to M.Sc courses in 3 specialisations:M.Sc Physics, M.Sc Mathematics and M.Sc Chemistry. The details of IIT Palakkad M.Sc selection process are given below. 

    IIT Palakkad MSc Admission Process

    • Candidates must appear for JAM ( Joint Admission Test for Masters). 

    • Candidates must register for the counselling session and select IIT Palakkad as their preference.

    • The IIT Palakkad admissions are done based on the performance in the JAM examination.

    • Candidates are offered seats after the selection process.

    • Final admission is done after the submission of documents and payment of the IIT Palakkad fees.

    IIT Palakkad MS Admissions 2026  

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad MS admissions are based on performance in an interview or a test conducted by the institute. Candidates can check the step-wise Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad MS admission process below. 

    IIT Palakkad MS Admission Process

    • The candidates should meet the IIT Palakkad MS eligibility criteria.

    • Qualified candidates should attend the counselling session.

    • Shortlisted candidates will be invited for the interview/test conducted by the institute.

    • The candidates will be shortlisted for IIT Palakkad admissions based on their performance in the interview/test and past academic performance.

    • Final-selected candidates should submit the required documents.

    • To complete the IIT Palakkad admission process, the candidates should pay the admission fee. 

    Also See: IIT Palakkad Facilities 

    IIT Palakkad PhD Admissions 2026  

    Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad offers admission to PhD programmes at the doctoral level. The duration of PhD programme is six years. The details of the IIT Palakkad PhD selection process are given below. 

    IIT Palakkad PhD Selection Criteria

    CoursesIIT Palakkad Selection Criteria

    Ph.D

    Master's degree in Engineering/Technology/ Science  +GATE score or UGC-NET / CSIR-LS & JRF/ NBHM or equivalent qualification 

    IIT Palakkad PhD Admission Process

    • Candidates must have a valid score in GATE or UGC / CSIR-LS & JRF/ NBHM.

    • Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria and have a good academic background.

    • Candidates are required to upload a statement of purpose (SOP) maximum of 500 words along with the application in pdf format in the research admission portal. 

    • Candidates are selected based on academic record and their performance in the interview and/or test by the Selection Committee

    • Candidates joining the Ph.D program have to submit their original mark sheets along with provisional certificates at the time of admission. 

    • The admission process is complete after the verification of documents and submission of IIT Palakkad admission fees.

    What are the Documents Required for IIT Palakkad Admissions?

    • Aadhar Card

    • X Standard Marks Statement / Birth Certificate

    • XII Standard Marks sheet

    • GEN-EWS Certificate

    • Transfer certificate

    • Migration Certificate

    • Passport-sized photograph

    • Scorecard of qualifying exams like JEE Advanced, GATE and JAM.

    • Marksheet of graduation (For PG candidates)

    • Post-Graduation mark sheet for PhD candidates

    • Fee Payment Receipts (Institute and Hostel/Student Sector Fees

    Note: Candidates should submit all the documents mentioned above for the IIT Palakkad course admissions.

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    IIT Palakkad offers admissions for a range of programs including B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, M.S, and Ph.D. The B.Tech program is offered in specializations such as Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and Data Science and Engineering. M.Tech courses include System on Chip Design, Geotechnical Engineering, Computing and Mathematics, and Data Science. M.Sc programs are available in Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry.

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    IIT Palakkad Facilities

    Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Palakkad provides a variety of facilities and infrastructure to its students. IIT Palakkad facilities include separate hostels for boys and girls, a well-equipped gym, a library with a wide collection of books, magazines, national and international journals and many more. IIT Palakkad facilities also include indoor and outdoor sports grounds for the students. The campus also features an auditorium which is used for a variety of programmes such as guest lecturers, speaker sessions, cultural activities and man...
    Boys Hostel
    Girls Hostel
    Medical/Hospital
    Gym
    Library
    Sports
    I.T Infrastructure
    Cafeteria
    Auditorium
    Transport Facility
    Wifi
    Banks/ATMs
    Convenience Store

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    Q: What types of accommodation are available for students at IIT Palakkad?
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    IIT Palakkad provides separate hostel facilities for both male and female students. This ensures a comfortable and secure living environment for all students during their time at the institute.

    Q: How does IIT Palakkad support students' physical fitness and well-being?
    Q: What resources are available in the IIT Palakkad library?
    Q: How does IIT Palakkad facilitate cultural and academic events on campus?
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    Student Reviews for IIT Palakkad

    College Infrastructure: 4.1/5
    Academics: 4.1/5
    Placements: 4/5
    Value for Money: 4.1/5
    Campus Life: 4/5

    Placement are too good.

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    College Infrastructure

    The civil engineering course is highly regarded and considered one of the best globally. The entire college, including hostels, is equipped with Wi-Fi. The library is open from 8 a.m. to 1 a.m., providing extensive access hours. Hostels are clean and well-sanitized, each with its own mess and canteen.

    Total college is nice.

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    College Infrastructure

    Classrooms are good. Shreenivas library is a good place to read; it provides good internet, provides sockets at every seat and has comfortable reading rooms. Our institute has good hostels. Each room consists of a table, chair and cup board for each student. Mess food is pretty good.

    Super good.

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    College Infrastructure

    it is so prestigious and all requirements get fulfilled here. Wi-Fi, labs, library, and classrooms are top class and have very good infrastructure. In hostels, we get a variety of food; sometime but overall, it is nice as compared to other hostels. Sports and medical facilities are brilliant here.

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    IIT Palakkad

    IIT Palakkad situations 2020 saw cooperation of 70 organizations across different areas like IT, Research and Development, Consultancy, Core Engineering and Analytics. An aggregate

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    Indian Institute Of Technology Palakkad is an Institute of National Importance.

    • Public/Government ownership
    • Course details :- Total course fees - GN-8. 25LakhsSC-24.70K, ST-24.70K, OBC-8. 25Lakhs.
    • Facilities provided:- Boys hostel, Girls hostel, gym, wifi, cafeteria, library and transportation facilities are provided.
    • Placement statistics -(2020-21 -
    • No of students placed -97

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    IIT Palakkad Contact Address

    Address:
    Indian Institute of Technology, Ahalia Integrated Campus, Kozhippara P. O, Palakkad, Kerala - 678557, India

    IIT Palakkad Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: What is the new campus of IIT Palakkad?

    IIT Palakkad completed it’s transition to the permanent campus, Nila/Sahyadri sector located at the scenic foothills of the Sahyadri mountain range in 2023.

    2: Is there any IIT in Kerala?

    Indian Institute of Technology, Palakkad is an autonomous engineering and research institute established in the year 2015 and located in Palakkad, Kerala. It is one among the five new IITs proposed in the 2014 Union budget of India. 

    3: What are the various scholarships offered to students at IIT Palakkad?

    Saksham Scholarship, Scheme of Merit cum Means Based Scholarships for Students Belonging to Minority Communities, National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students, are some of the scholarships offered to IIT Palakkad students.

    4: What was the cut off for IIT Palakkad?

    IIT Palakkad CSE cutoff 2025 is 4520-6454 across all rounds. For MSc Chemistry, IIT Palakkad JAM cutoff 2025 is 448-609 in round 1 and goes up to 652-800 in round 4.

    5: Does IIT Palakkad offer separate hostels for boys and girls?

    Yes, the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad offers separate hostels for boys and girls. IIT Palakkad facilities include medical facilities, a library, a cafeteria, wifi and many more. 

    6: How can I reach IIT Palakkad from Palakkad Railway Station?

    Palakkad Railway Station is located at a distance of 23 km from the campus. Students can easily reach the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad campus by hiring a cab or an auto from the railway station.

    7: How many courses are offered by IIT Palakkad?

    IIT Palakkad offers a total of 41 courses in the field of engineering and technology. Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad courses include B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, MS and PhD. 

    8: What is the campus size of the institute?

    The campus size of the Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad is 500 acres. IIT Palakkad has 11+ departments and is an Institute of National Importance. 

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