Complete guide to ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
Institute of Chemical Technology – IndianOil Odisha Campus (ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar) is a prestigious offshore campus of the Institute of Chemical Technology (ICT) Mumbai — India's premier chemical technology university, established in 1933 and accredited NAAC A++. Founded in 2018 as a joint initiative between ICT Mumbai and IndianOil Corporation Limited (IOCL), ICT-IOCB brings the legacy of India's top chemical engineering institution to eastern India.
Located at the IIT Kharagpur Extension Centre, Gajapati Nagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha — approximately 6.5 km from Bhubaneswar Railway Station and 8 km from Biju Patnaik International Airport — the campus is strategically positioned to serve Odisha's growing petrochemical, refinery, polymer, and pharmaceutical industrial base.
ICT-IOCB's flagship programme is a unique 5-year Integrated M.Tech in Chemical Engineering — admitted through JEE Main via JoSAA counselling as a GFTI. This dual-degree programme is one of the very few GFTI-admitted integrated chemical engineering programmes in India, combining fundamental chemical engineering with advanced specialisations in petrochemicals, polymers, and process engineering.
The institute also offers 2-year M.Tech programmes in Chemical Technology and related branches via GATE/CCMT, and Ph.D. programmes in collaboration with ICT Mumbai. Faculty are ICT Mumbai-affiliated, and students have access to ICT Mumbai's research infrastructure, industry network, and IOCL's extensive refinery and petrochemical operations for internships and research.
For 2026 admissions, ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar is an excellent choice for students passionate about chemical engineering, petroleum refining, polymer technology, pharmaceutical engineering, and process industries — with an 83% placement rate, average CTC of ₹8 LPA, and top recruiters including ONGC, Indian Oil, BARC, ISRO, TCS, L&T, and Asian Paints.
ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar 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 (ICT Mumbai Parent) | Engineering | 54 (ICT Mumbai, 2024) |
| NAAC (ICT Mumbai Parent) | Accreditation | A++ (ICT Mumbai) |
| THE (ICT Mumbai) | Interdisciplinary Science | Top 100 Globally (2026) |
| QS Asia (ICT Mumbai) | Overall | 251–260 (2024) |
| AICTE Approved | Engineering | Approved |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| THE Interdisciplinary Science Rankings | Global | Top 100 (ICT Mumbai, 2026) |
| QS Asia University Rankings | Asia | 251–260 (ICT Mumbai, 2024) |
| QS World University Rankings | Overall | 801–1000 (ICT Mumbai) |
| THE World University Rankings | Overall | 801–1000 (ICT Mumbai) |
| NAAC Grade | Institutional | A++ (ICT Mumbai) |
ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 3 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chemical Engineering (Integrated M.Tech – 5 Year) | YES | YES | YES |
| Chemical Technology (M.Tech – 2 Year) | — | YES | YES |
| Polymer Engineering and Technology | — | YES | YES |
| Petrochemical Engineering | — | YES | — |
| Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Technology | — | YES | YES |
| Food Engineering & Technology | — | — | — |
| Dyestuff Technology | — | — | — |
| Surface Coating Technology | — | — | — |
| Oils, Oleochemicals & Surfactants | — | — | — |
| Applied Research (IndianOil Collaboration) | — | — | YES |
The fee structure at ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar 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 |
|---|---|
| Integrated M.Tech Tuition Fee (per semester) | ₹60,000 |
| M.Tech (2-year) Tuition Fee (per semester) | ₹70,000 |
| Hostel Rent (per semester) | ₹10,000–₹14,000 |
| Mess Charges (per semester, approx.) | ₹15,000 |
| Laboratory & Material Fee | ₹5,000 |
| Library Fee | ₹2,000 |
| Sports & Cultural Fee | ₹1,500 |
| One-time Admission Fee | ₹5,000 |
| Total per Year (Integrated M.Tech, approx.) | ₹1,68,000 |
| Total 5-Year (Integrated M.Tech, approx.) | ₹6–7 lakh |
SC/ST students are eligible for central government post-matric scholarship covering full tuition reimbursement through the National Scholarship Portal.
Merit-cum-Means Scholarships are awarded to 3–5 students per year with amounts ranging from ₹3,000–₹75,000 per student per year based on academic performance and financial need.
Tuition fee assistance for economically disadvantaged students is available through ICT-IOC's financial aid fund, supported by IndianOil CSR contributions.
GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive ₹12,400 per month stipend from MHRD for the full 2-year duration — making the 2-year M.Tech effectively self-funding.
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 ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Integrated M.Tech Chemical Engg – Last Round (General AI) | 55,000 | 30,000 | 13,000 | 7,000 |
| Integrated M.Tech Chemical Engg – Round 1 (General AI) | 22,000 | 14,000 | 6,500 | 3,500 |
| Integrated M.Tech – EWS (Last Round) | 28,000 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Integrated M.Tech – Female Only (General) | 65,000 | 38,000 | 16,000 | 8,500 |
| M.Tech Chemical Technology (GATE – General) | 415 | 365 | 295 | 238 |
| M.Tech Polymer Engg (GATE – General) | 390 | 340 | 272 | 218 |
| M.Tech Petrochemical Engg (GATE – General) | 380 | 328 | 262 | 210 |
| Ph.D. Chemical Engineering (GATE/NET) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank (JoSAA GFTI)
2026 Round 1 Opening Rank
2026 Expected GATE Score Cutoff (General)
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| Petroleum & Refinery | 20 | ₹9L |
| Specialty Chemicals & Polymers | 16 | ₹8.5L |
| Pharmaceutical & Biotech | 14 | ₹7.5L |
| IT Services (Process Simulation) | 10 | ₹8L |
| FMCG & Food Technology | 8 | ₹7L |
| Defence & Govt. R&D (BARC, ISRO) | 6 | ₹9L |
| Paints & Coatings | 5 | ₹7.5L |
| Environmental & Sustainability | 3 | ₹7L |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| Integrated M.Tech Chemical Engg | ₹8L | 83% |
| M.Tech Chemical Technology | ₹9L | 85% |
| M.Tech Polymer Engg | ₹8.5L | 80% |
| M.Tech Petrochemical Engg | ₹10L | 82% |
| M.Tech Pharmaceutical Chemistry | ₹8L | 78% |
| Ph.D. | ₹12L+ | 90% |
| M.Tech (GATE-based, all branches) | ₹9.5L | 85% |
| Integrated M.Tech (Female) | ₹7.8L | 80% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹8L | ₹21L | 30+ |
| 2022–23 | ₹7.2L | ₹19.5L | 26+ |
| 2021–22 | ₹6.5L | ₹16L | 20+ |
| 2020–21 | ₹5.8L | ₹13L | 15+ |
| 2019–20 | ₹5L | ₹10L | 10+ |
ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar's campus at the IIT Kharagpur Extension Centre in Gajapati Nagar offers a focused, modern academic environment 6.5 km from Bhubaneswar's city centre. The growing campus features advanced chemical engineering labs, computing infrastructure, a technical library, hostels, cafeteria, and sports grounds — strategically located in Odisha's capital city near NALCO, VEDANTA, HINDALCO, and IOCL's eastern India operations.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar has 2 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Boys Hostel | Boys | 120+ |
| 02 | Girls Hostel | Girls | 60+ |
ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar conducts applied research in chemical process engineering, polymer technology, petroleum refining, pharmaceutical chemistry, and green chemistry — with direct collaboration with ICT Mumbai faculty and IndianOil R&D Centre, Faridabad. Research is focused on solving industrial challenges in petrochemicals, specialty chemicals, sustainable processes, and bio-based materials relevant to Odisha's industrial sector.
ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar leverages IndianOil's innovation ecosystem and ICT Mumbai's industry network to support student startups in specialty chemicals, green chemistry, bioplastics, and pharma tech — areas of significant growth in Odisha's industrial corridors.
The institute connects students with STPI Bhubaneswar, Odisha Startup Policy, and MeitY/DST funding initiatives, with a focus on chemical process technology ventures addressing sustainability, clean energy, and advanced materials challenges.
ICT-IOC Bhubaneswar provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| SC/ST Post-Matric Scholarship (Central) | SC/ST students via National Scholarship Portal | Full tuition reimbursement + maintenance as per GoI norms |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship (ICT-IOC) | 3–5 students with merit and family income criteria | ₹3,000–₹75,000 per student per year |
| Tuition Fee Assistance (IndianOil CSR) | Economically disadvantaged students | Partial to full tuition assistance as per criteria |
| National Scholarship Portal (OBC/EWS) | OBC/EWS students meeting NSP income criteria | ₹10,000–₹20,000 per year |
| GATE Scholarship (MHRD) | Full-time GATE-qualified M.Tech students | ₹12,400 per month for M.Tech duration |
| Odisha Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST/OBC) | Odisha domicile SC/ST/OBC students | Full tuition reimbursement as per Odisha state norms |
| INSPIRE Fellowship (DST) | Top 1% in Class 12 board exams | ₹80,000 per year + ₹20,000 summer research grant |
| 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 |
Institute of Chemical Technology Mumbai – IndianOil Odisha Campus
Gajapati Nagar, Bhubaneswar, Odisha – 751013
India
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