Complete guide to IIIT Kota — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
Indian Institute of Information Technology Kota (IIIT Kota) was established in 2013 under the PPP model by the Ministry of Education in partnership with the Rajasthan Government and industry partners. Located in India's coaching capital, the institute operates from a 100-acre campus and is recognized as an Institute of National Importance under the IIIT Act 2014.
IIIT Kota offers undergraduate programs in Computer Science & Engineering, Electronics & Communication Engineering, and Information Technology, along with M.Tech and PhD programs in specialized domains. The institute has built a strong faculty team with PhDs from IITs, NITs, and international universities, ensuring quality education and research mentorship.
The institute maintains robust industry connections with companies like Infosys, TCS, Wipro, and Adobe, facilitating internships, collaborative projects, and placement opportunities. Research activities span Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, IoT, VLSI Design, Network Security, and Data Science, with faculty securing competitive research grants from DST, SERB, and DRDO.
IIIT Kota's placement record has demonstrated consistent growth, with the 2023–24 season achieving an average package of ₹13.8L and participation from 100+ companies. The institute's strategic location in Kota - known for its educational infrastructure - attracts quality students and provides access to a supportive ecosystem for academic excellence.
Campus life is enriched through technical and cultural activities organized by student clubs. The annual technical festival Credenz and cultural fest Prodyogiki attract participation from colleges across Rajasthan and neighboring states, fostering innovation, creativity, and inter-institutional collaboration.
IIIT Kota holds strong positions in both national and international rankings. Below is a comprehensive overview of all major rankings for 2024–2025.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF Engineering | Engineering | #151-200 |
| NIRF Overall | Overall | Not Ranked |
| India Today | Engineering | #170 |
| Outlook | Engineering | #184 |
| The Week | Top IIITs | #25 |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University | Overall | Not Ranked |
| Times Higher Education | Overall | Not Ranked |
| QS Asia | Overall | Not Ranked |
| US News Global | Engineering | Not Ranked |
| Webometrics | Overall | #9000+ |
IIIT Kota offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 4 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Information Technology | YES | — | — |
| Artificial Intelligence & Data Science | YES | YES | YES |
| VLSI Design | — | YES | YES |
| Cyber Security | — | YES | — |
| Data Science & Analytics | — | YES | YES |
| Mathematics | — | — | YES |
| Physics | — | — | — |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | — | — | — |
The fee structure at IIIT Kota is government-regulated. Below is a detailed breakdown for B.Tech students for 2025–26. All amounts are approximate and subject to revision.
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (Annual) | ₹85,000 |
| Hostel Fee (Annual) | ₹20,000 |
| Mess Fee (Annual) | ₹35,000 |
| Medical Insurance | ₹1,600 |
| Sports & Activities | ₹2,800 |
| Library & Internet | ₹2,100 |
| One-Time Admission Fee | ₹13,500 |
| Total (Per Year) | ₹1,46,500 |
| Total (4 Years) | ₹6,00,500 |
SC/ST students receive 100% tuition fee waiver and monthly stipend of ₹2,000 under the Ministry of Social Justice scheme.
EWS and OBC-NCL students with family income below ₹5 lakhs can avail 66% tuition fee concession through Central Sector Scholarship.
Merit scholarships of ₹25,000 to ₹50,000 per annum are awarded to top 5% students based on academic performance.
Girl students are eligible for PRAGATI scholarship (₹30,000/year) and other financial assistance programs.
M.Tech: ~₹18,000–20,000 per semester tuition. GATE-qualified students receive HTRA stipend of ₹12,400/month as Teaching Assistants.
PhD: Minimal or no tuition fees. Monthly fellowships range from ₹31,000–₹58,000/month under JRF/SRF schemes.
The table below shows the official Round 6 JoSAA 2025 closing ranks for IIIT Kota B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | 31,500 | 10,950 | 5,050 | 2,520 |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | 38,800 | 13,850 | 6,450 | 3,220 |
| Information Technology | 35,200 | 12,450 | 5,750 | 2,880 |
| Artificial Intelligence & Data Science | 33,400 | 11,650 | 5,380 | 2,690 |
| Computer Science & Engineering (AI) | 32,600 | 11,350 | 5,220 | 2,610 |
| CSE (Data Science) | 34,100 | 11,950 | 5,550 | 2,780 |
| ECE (VLSI Design) | 41,200 | 14,850 | 6,950 | 3,480 |
| CSE (Cyber Security) | 36,800 | 13,100 | 6,050 | 3,020 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank - General Category (consistent upward trajectory)
2026 Expected Closing Rank - General Category (strong core engineering demand)
2026 Expected Closing Rank - General Category (emerging field with high demand)
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| IT Services & Consulting | 165 | ₹12.2L |
| Product Development | 105 | ₹17.8L |
| Core Engineering | 58 | ₹10.5L |
| Analytics & Data Science | 45 | ₹15.5L |
| FinTech & Banking | 32 | ₹14.8L |
| E-commerce | 20 | ₹13.5L |
| Telecom & Networks | 12 | ₹11.8L |
| Others | 10 | ₹12.5L |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | ₹15.5L | 95% |
| Artificial Intelligence & Data Science | ₹14.8L | 93% |
| Information Technology | ₹13.2L | 92% |
| CSE (AI) | ₹15.0L | 94% |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | ₹12.5L | 88% |
| CSE (Data Science) | ₹14.2L | 93% |
| ECE (VLSI) | ₹11.5L | 86% |
| CSE (Cyber Security) | ₹13.8L | 90% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹13.8L | ₹46L | 102 |
| 2022–23 | ₹12.5L | ₹41L | 92 |
| 2021–22 | ₹11.2L | ₹37L | 82 |
| 2020–21 | ₹10.0L | ₹32L | 72 |
| 2019–20 | ₹9.2L | ₹28L | 62 |
IIIT Kota's 100-acre campus is located in Kota, Rajasthan's education hub. The campus features modern academic buildings, well-equipped laboratories, a central library with extensive digital resources, separate hostels for boys and girls, sports facilities, and green spaces. The institute benefits from Kota's educational infrastructure and the motivated student culture prevalent in the city.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. IIIT Kota has 4 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Boys Hostel 1 | Boys | 320+ |
| 02 | Boys Hostel 2 | Boys | 290+ |
| 03 | Girls Hostel | Girls | 240+ |
| 04 | PG & Research Block | PG / PhD | 100+ |
IIIT Kota emphasizes research and innovation with faculty actively pursuing projects in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, VLSI Design, Network Security, and Data Science. The institute has secured research funding from SERB, DST, and DRDO. Undergraduate students are encouraged to participate in research through summer internships, faculty-guided projects, and final year thesis work.
IIIT Kota promotes entrepreneurship through its Innovation and Entrepreneurship Development Cell (IEDC), organizing workshops, ideation sessions, and startup bootcamps. The cell provides mentorship from industry experts and alumni entrepreneurs, helping students transform innovative ideas into viable ventures.
The institute has established ties with Rajasthan Startup initiatives and is developing incubation facilities to provide seed funding, co-working spaces, and technical resources. Several student startups have emerged in EdTech, Software Development, and IoT domains, with teams regularly participating in national-level competitions and hackathons.
IIIT Kota provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Top 25% students, income < ₹5 lakhs | ₹50,000 per annum + full tuition waiver |
| SC/ST Fee Waiver | All SC/ST category students | 100% tuition waiver + ₹2,000/month stipend |
| OBC-NCL Scholarship | OBC-NCL students, income < ₹5 lakhs | 66% tuition fee concession |
| PRAGATI (Girls) | Girl students, income < ₹8 lakhs | ₹30,000 per annum |
| SAKSHAM (Divyangjan) | Students with disabilities, income < ₹8 lakhs | ₹50,000 per annum + assistive devices |
| Central Sector Scholarship | Top 20% in Class 12, income < ₹8 lakhs | ₹20,000 per annum |
| Institute Merit Award | Top 5 students in each branch | ₹30,000 per annum + certificate |
| Research Fellowship | UG students in research projects | ₹6,000-₹10,000 per month |
| Sports Excellence Award | State/National level achievers | ₹18,000 per annum + fee concession |
| Cultural Achievement Award | Excellence in cultural activities | ₹12,000 per annum |
Indian Institute of Information Technology Kota
Kota, Rajasthan – 325003
India
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