Complete guide to IIIT Allahabad — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad (IIIT Allahabad or IIITA), established in 1999, is India's oldest and most prestigious IIIT — a fully government-funded Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education. Ranked among India's top 75 engineering institutions by NIRF, it is widely considered on par with top NITs in academic quality and placement outcomes.
IIIT Allahabad offers B.Tech programmes in Information Technology, Electronics & Communication, and IT (Business Informatics), along with MBA, M.Tech, and PhD programmes. Its unique IT + Business Informatics integrated programme is one of the most sought-after tech-management degrees in India outside the IITs.
As India's first IIIT and a fully government-funded institution, IIITA has a 25+ year alumni network embedded across India's top tech companies, startups, and global firms. Alumni occupy senior positions at Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and hundreds of Indian and international organisations — a rare asset that actively supports current students.
The Training & Placement Cell at IIIT Allahabad is among the best among all IIITs. In 2023–24, average CTC reached ₹16.2 LPA with top offers exceeding ₹60 LPA from elite global product companies. Over 200 companies visit campus annually, spanning IT, finance, consulting, and deep-tech sectors.
The 100-acre campus in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad) — a city of immense historical and cultural significance at the Triveni Sangam — provides a rich residential academic environment. Annual festivals, a vibrant student culture, and one of the strongest IIIT alumni networks in the country make IIIT Allahabad a uniquely compelling destination for India's top engineering aspirants.
IIIT Allahabad 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 | 51–75 |
| NIRF | Management | 76–100 |
| NIRF | Overall | 76–100 |
| Outlook | Engineering | #45 |
| India Today | Engineering | #48 |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS Asia | University Rankings | 301–350 |
| QS World | University Rankings | 1001–1200 |
| Times Higher Education | Asia | 601–800 |
| SCImago | Institutions | #250 India |
| Webometrics | India | #85 |
IIIT Allahabad offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 6 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology | YES | YES | YES |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| IT (Business Informatics) | YES | — | — |
| Applied Sciences | — | YES | YES |
| Management Studies (MBA) | — | YES | YES |
| Human Computer Interaction | — | YES | YES |
The fee structure at IIIT Allahabad 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 (2025–26) | ₹1,25,000 |
| Examination Fee | ₹3,000 |
| Registration / Enrolment Fee | ₹5,000 |
| Gymkhana / Sports Fee | ₹2,500 |
| Medical Fee | ₹2,000 |
| Hostel Rent (per semester) | ₹10,000 |
| Mess Charges (approx., per semester) | ₹20,000 |
| Miscellaneous / Development Fee | ₹6,000 |
| Total per Year (approx.) | ₹1,47,000 |
| Total 4-Year B.Tech (approx.) | ₹5,88,000 |
SC/ST students are fully exempt from tuition fees as per MHRD norms.
Students with a family income below ₹1 lakh per annum are exempt from tuition fees.
Students with family income between ₹1L–₹5L per annum receive a two-thirds tuition fee waiver.
MCM Scholarships by the Government of India are available for meritorious students with demonstrated financial need.
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 Allahabad B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Information Technology | 5,500 | 2,200 | 1,100 | 480 |
| ECE | 8,200 | 3,300 | 1,650 | 700 |
| IT Business Informatics | 7,500 | 3,000 | 1,500 | 640 |
| IT (Home State — UP) | 7,800 | 3,100 | 1,550 | 660 |
| ECE (Home State — UP) | 11,500 | 4,600 | 2,300 | 980 |
| IT-BI (Home State — UP) | 10,500 | 4,200 | 2,100 | 890 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| IT / Software | 580 | ₹17.5L |
| Core Engineering | 80 | ₹10.5L |
| Analytics / Data Science | 150 | ₹18.0L |
| Finance / BFSI | 120 | ₹20.0L |
| Consulting | 90 | ₹19.5L |
| Public Sector / PSU | 40 | ₹10.0L |
| Research / Higher Studies | 80 | N/A |
| Others | 60 | ₹9.0L |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| Information Technology | ₹19.5L | 96% |
| IT Business Informatics | ₹17.8L | 94% |
| ECE | ₹14.5L | 89% |
| MBA | ₹14.0L | 92% |
| M.Tech IT | ₹16.5L | 90% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹16.2L | ₹64L | 200 |
| 2022–23 | ₹14.8L | ₹58L | 185 |
| 2021–22 | ₹13.2L | ₹52L | 165 |
| 2020–21 | ₹11.5L | ₹42L | 140 |
| 2019–20 | ₹10.0L | ₹35L | 120 |
IIIT Allahabad's 100-acre campus is located in Jhalwa, Prayagraj (Allahabad) — a city of profound historical, cultural, and spiritual significance at the confluence of the Ganga, Yamuna, and mythical Saraswati rivers. The Triveni Sangam, Allahabad Fort, Anand Bhavan, and the world's largest religious gathering, the Kumbh Mela, are all part of the city's extraordinary cultural fabric.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. IIIT Allahabad has 8 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Boys Hostel 1 (Brahmaputra) | Boys | 280+ |
| 02 | Boys Hostel 2 (Godavari) | Boys | 260+ |
| 03 | Boys Hostel 3 (Kaveri) | Boys | 240+ |
| 04 | Boys Hostel 4 (Krishna) | Boys | 220+ |
| 05 | Boys Hostel 5 (Narmada) | Boys | 200+ |
| 06 | Boys Hostel 6 (Tapti) | Boys | 180+ |
| 07 | Girls Hostel 1 (Ganga) | Girls | 280+ |
| 08 | Girls Hostel 2 (Yamuna) | Girls | 240+ |
IIIT Allahabad is one of India's premier research institutions in information technology, with a 25-year legacy of impactful research in HCI, NLP, cybersecurity, AI, and VLSI. The institute has published thousands of papers in top international venues and has collaborations with global universities and agencies.
IIIT Allahabad's Technology Incubation Centre (TIC) is one of India's most active IIIT incubators, having supported 100+ startups in software, AI, fintech, edtech, and deep-tech — with notable alumni-founded companies including unicorns and successful Series A-funded startups.
The institute's E-Cell runs one of North India's most vibrant entrepreneurship ecosystems, with dedicated co-working spaces, investor connect programmes, startup weekends, and a strong alumni mentor network from India's and global startup ecosystems backing current student ventures.
IIIT Allahabad provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| MCM Scholarship (MHRD) | Family income < ₹4.5 LPA; merit-based | ₹1,000/month + full tuition waiver |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (Income < ₹1L) | Family income below ₹1 LPA | 100% tuition fee waiver |
| Tuition Fee Waiver (Income ₹1L–₹5L) | Family income between ₹1L–₹5L | Two-thirds tuition fee waiver |
| SC/ST Fee Exemption | SC/ST students (all income levels) | Full tuition fee exemption |
| National Scholarship Portal (NSP) | Minority / OBC / SC/ST students with income < ₹2.5L | Up to ₹50,000/year |
| INSPIRE Scholarship (DST) | Top 1% in Class 12 pursuing science programmes | ₹80,000/year |
| UP State Scholarship (Pre/Post Matric) | UP domicile SC/ST/OBC/minority students | ₹10,000–₹45,000/year |
| Institute Merit Scholarship | Top 10% of each batch (semester-wise) | Full tuition fee waiver for that semester |
| Prime Minister's Scholarship (WARB) | Children of Central Armed Police / Defence personnel | ₹2,000–₹3,000/month |
| AICTE Pragati / Saksham Scholarship | Girls (Pragati) / PwD students (Saksham) with family income < ₹8L | ₹30,000/year + ₹2,000/month |
Indian Institute of Information Technology Allahabad
Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh – 211015
India
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