Complete guide to IIIT Lucknow — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
Indian Institute of Information Technology Lucknow (IIIT Lucknow) is a centrally-funded technical institute established in 2015 under the PPP (Public-Private Partnership) model by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Uttar Pradesh and industry stakeholders.
Situated in Ahmamau, Lucknow, the institute offers B.Tech programmes in Computer Science & Engineering, Information Technology, and Electronics & Communication Engineering. Postgraduate and doctoral programmes are also available, focusing on emerging areas like AI, data science, and VLSI.
IIIT Lucknow follows a rigorous academic structure with a choice-based credit system (CBCS), industry-relevant electives, and mandatory internship components. The institute leverages its proximity to Lucknow's growing IT and startup ecosystem to offer students excellent exposure to real-world projects.
The Training and Placement Cell at IIIT Lucknow works proactively to attract top IT, analytics, and product companies. The placement rate has been consistently rising, with reputed companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Amazon, and Zoho visiting campus regularly.
IIIT Lucknow is known for its vibrant campus life, with annual cultural and technical festivals, active student clubs, and a growing research culture. The institute is on a strong upward trajectory and is a top choice for students seeking quality technical education in North India in the 2026 admissions cycle.
IIIT Lucknow 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 | ~130 |
| NIRF | Overall | ~155 |
| India Today | Engineering | ~95 |
| Outlook | Engineering | ~105 |
| The Week | Engineering | ~100 |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | Overall | Not Ranked |
| THE World University Rankings | Overall | Not Ranked |
| QS Asia Rankings | Overall | Not Ranked |
| US News Global | Engineering | Not Ranked |
| ARWU (Shanghai) | Overall | Not Ranked |
IIIT Lucknow offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 3 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Information Technology | YES | — | — |
| Electronics and Communication Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Data Science and Artificial Intelligence | — | YES | YES |
| Mathematics and Computing | — | — | YES |
| Physics | — | — | — |
| Humanities and Social Sciences | — | — | — |
| Computer Applications | — | YES | — |
| VLSI and Embedded Systems | — | YES | — |
| Cybersecurity | — | YES | — |
The fee structure at IIIT Lucknow 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 | ₹1,25,000 |
| Hostel Rent | ₹12,000 |
| Mess Charges (approx.) | ₹30,000 |
| Examination Fee | ₹2,000 |
| Library & Laboratory Fee | ₹5,000 |
| Sports & Cultural Fee | ₹2,500 |
| Medical & Insurance Fee | ₹2,000 |
| One-time Admission Fee | ₹10,000 |
| Total per Year (approx.) | ₹1,88,500 |
| Total 4-Year (approx.) | ₹7,54,000 |
SC/ST students are fully exempt from tuition fees as per MoE PPP IIIT norms.
Students from families with annual income below ₹1 lakh are eligible for a full tuition fee waiver.
Students with family income between ₹1–5 lakh qualify for a two-thirds tuition fee waiver.
Merit-cum-means and Institute Scholarships are awarded each semester; apply through the student portal.
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 Lucknow B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 13,800 | 6,600 | 3,100 | 1,700 |
| IT | 16,500 | 8,000 | 4,300 | 2,300 |
| ECE | 19,000 | 9,200 | 5,000 | 2,700 |
| CSE (AI Specialisation) | 13,200 | 6,200 | 2,900 | 1,600 |
| IT (Data Science) | 15,800 | 7,600 | 4,100 | 2,200 |
| ECE (VLSI) | 20,000 | 10,000 | 5,500 | 2,900 |
| MCA (Lateral Entry) | 22,000 | 11,000 | 6,000 | 3,200 |
| Mathematics & Computing | 18,500 | 9,000 | 4,900 | 2,600 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank
2026 Expected Closing Rank
2026 Expected Closing Rank
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| IT Services | 88 | ₹7L |
| Product Companies | 52 | ₹17L |
| Analytics & Data Science | 38 | ₹11.5L |
| BFSI & Fintech | 22 | ₹9.5L |
| Semiconductors & VLSI | 18 | ₹9L |
| Consulting | 16 | ₹10.5L |
| E-Commerce | 18 | ₹13L |
| Core Engineering | 10 | ₹7.5L |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| CSE | ₹11.5L | 95% |
| IT | ₹9.5L | 89% |
| ECE | ₹8L | 82% |
| CSE (AI) | ₹13L | 96% |
| IT (Data Science) | ₹10L | 90% |
| MCA | ₹7L | 78% |
| M.Tech CSE | ₹10L | 84% |
| M.Tech ECE | ₹8.5L | 76% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹9L | ₹40L | 75+ |
| 2022–23 | ₹8.4L | ₹36L | 68+ |
| 2021–22 | ₹7.8L | ₹30L | 60+ |
| 2020–21 | ₹7.2L | ₹26L | 50+ |
| 2019–20 | ₹6.5L | ₹20L | 42+ |
IIIT Lucknow's campus is situated in Ahmamau, Lucknow, offering a modern academic environment in one of India's most historically and culturally rich cities. The campus features purpose-built academic blocks, advanced laboratories, student hostels, and recreational facilities, all within easy reach of Lucknow's vibrant city life.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. IIIT Lucknow has 3 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Ganga Boys Hostel | Boys | 280+ |
| 02 | Yamuna Boys Hostel | Boys | 240+ |
| 03 | Saraswati Girls Hostel | Girls | 180+ |
| 04 | PG/PhD Scholars Hostel | PG / PhD | 100+ |
IIIT Lucknow is actively building its research profile with faculty engaged in sponsored projects and collaborations in areas of AI, machine learning, cybersecurity, NLP, VLSI, and data analytics. The institute encourages UG students to participate in research through project courses and summer internships at leading national labs.
IIIT Lucknow's Student Innovation and Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell) supports aspiring entrepreneurs with mentoring, business plan development workshops, and connections to Lucknow's growing startup ecosystem.
The institute collaborates with NASSCOM, Startup India, and UP government startup initiatives to provide students with incubation support, seed funding guidance, and networking opportunities with investors and industry leaders.
IIIT Lucknow provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Full Fee Waiver | SC/ST students admitted through JoSAA | 100% tuition fee waiver for all years |
| IIIT Fee Waiver (Income < ₹1L) | Family annual income below ₹1 lakh | Full tuition fee waiver |
| IIIT Fee Waiver (Income ₹1–5L) | Family annual income between ₹1–5 lakh | Two-thirds tuition fee waiver |
| Merit Scholarship | Top 10% students by CGPA each semester | ₹10,000–₹20,000 per semester |
| INSPIRE Fellowship (DST) | Top 1% in Class 12 board exams | ₹80,000 per year + ₹20,000 summer research grant |
| National Scholarship Portal Schemes | OBC/EWS/minority students meeting income criteria | ₹10,000–₹20,000 per year |
| UP State Merit Scholarship | Domicile of Uttar Pradesh with merit criteria | As per state norms |
| Prime Minister's Scholarship (Ex-Servicemen) | Wards of ex-servicemen/paramilitary personnel | ₹2,500/month for boys, ₹3,000/month for girls |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Female students, family income < ₹8 lakh | ₹50,000 per year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD) | Students with ≥40% disability | ₹50,000 per year |
Indian Institute of Information Technology Lucknow
Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh – 226002
India
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