Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar

Type of the institute: Indian Institute of Technology ESTD: 2008 Designation; Deputy Registrar (Academics)



Overview

Established in 2008, IIT Bhubaneswar integrates education, research, and industry engagement through a range of programs: B.Tech., B.Sc.-B.Ed., M.Tech. (including Blended mode), Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D., MS by Research, and Ph.D. The institute is equipped with cutting-edge labs and fosters innovation through active research and industry projects.

With strong global collaborations and a culture rooted in respect, innovation, and interdisciplinary learning, IIT Bhubaneswar aims to nurture future-ready graduates and world-class research.

Current Student Strength (AY 2024–25):

Total Students: 2,948 B.Tech. & Dual Degree:1,869 B.Sc.-B.Ed.: 49 M.Sc.: 199 M.Tech.: 368 Ph.D.: 463

Programmes offered
Sl. No. Programmes offered Student Strength
01 4 year B. Tech in Civil Engineering (CE) 110
02 4 year B. Tech in Computer Science & Engineering (CSE) 82
03 4 year B. Tech in Electrical Engineering (EE) 81
04 4 year B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering (ME) 109
05 4 year B. Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (MME) 40
06 4 year B. Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE) 54
07 4 year B. Tech in Engineering Physics (EP) 20

There is a provision for a B.Tech. student to choose an M.Tech. Programme within the concerned discipline after completion of 3rd year (sliding mode).
The modalities are similar to a 5-year B.Tech.-M.Tech. dual degree programme.

Furthermore, IIT Bhubaneswar fosters an interdisciplinary academic milieu, encouraging collaboration among faculty and students through its innovative "Schools" concept. Presently, these encompass the School of Basic Sciences, the School of Earth, Ocean, and Climate Sciences, the School of Humanities, Social Sciences, and Management, the School of Electrical Sciences, the School of Infrastructure, the School of Mechanical Sciences, and the School of Mineral, Metallurgical, and Materials Engineering. 
Fee Structure (AY 2025-26)

B.Tech. / Dual Gegree

• Tuition Fee: ₹1,00,000 per semester

 • Hostel Charges: ₹10,000 – ₹12,000 per semester
 • Other Fees: ₹4,000 – ₹6,000 per semester
 • One-Time Admission Charges: ₹8,000 (at the time of joining)

M.Tech. / M.Sc. / Joint M.Sc.-Ph.D.

• Tuition Fee: ₹15,000 – ₹30,000 per semester

 • Hostel & Misc.: ₹10,000 – ₹12,000 per semester
 • One-Time Charges: ₹5,000 – ₹7,000

Ph.D.

• Tuition Fee: ₹5,000 – ₹10,000 per semester

 • Hostel & Misc. ₹10,000 per semester
 💡 Exact fees may vary based on program, category, and income. Refer to official notifications for updated details

*    100% Tuition Fee waiver for SC/ST/PwD students
·     Full remission of the Fee for most economically backward students (whose family income is less than Rs.1 lakh per annum)
·     Remission of 2/3rd of the fee to other economically backward students (whose family income is between Rs.1 lakh to Rs.5 lakh per annum)
#    For Foreign Nationals Tuition Fee will be charged @Rs. 6.0 lakhs per annum for Non SAARC Country and @Rs. 2.0 lakhs per annum for SAARC Country.
Academic Structure
The Institute presently offers the following programmes.

Undergraduate Programs (UG)

• B.Tech. in:

  Computer Science & Engineering (CSE)
  Electrical Engineering (EE)
  Mechanical Engineering (ME)
  Civil Engineering (CE)
  Metallurgical & Materials Engineering (MME)

• Dual Degree (B.Tech. + M.Tech.)

• B.Sc.–B.Ed. (Integrated program)

Postgraduate Programs (PG)

• M.Tech. with Specializations in:

  Structural Engineering
  Transportation Engineering
  Environmental Engineering
  Power System & Power Electronics
  Computer Science & Engineering
  Communication System Engineering
  Thermal Science & Fluid Mechanics
  Mechanical System Design
  Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
  Climate Science & Technology
  CElectronics Systems & Communication

• M.Tech. (Blended Mode) for Working Professionals

• M.Scin:

  Physics
  Chemistry
  Mathematics

Research Programs

• Joint M.Sc.–Ph.D. Programs

 • MS by Research

 • Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in:

  Engineering
  Basic Sciences
  Earth, Ocean & Climate Sciences
  Humanities & Social Sciences

Scholarships

• Scholarships / Financial Assistance (Provided by the Institute) / Interest-Free-Loans: Remission of Tuition Fees: The Institute provides Remission of Tuition Fees to eligible students, with criteria based on parental gross annual income. Students whose parental income does not exceed Rs. 5 lakh per annum are eligible. Those with parental income below one lakh per annum qualify for Full Remission of Tuition Fees, while those with incomes between one lakh and five lakhs per annum are eligible for 2/3rd Remission of Tuition Fees.

• Govt. of India Scholarships (Provided by Govt. of India): The Institute embraces various Government of India Scholarship Schemes, including the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for "Top Class Education for Schedule Caste (SC) Students," the Central Sector Scholarship Scheme for "Top Class Education for Schedule Tribe (ST) Students," Scholarships for Students with Physical Disabilities, Post-Matric Scholarships, and the Ishan Uday Scholarship, among others.

• State Scholarships (provided by different states): The Institute also supports Scholarship Schemes offered by various State Governments through their respective scholarship portals. Examples include the Kalia Scholarship (Government of Odisha), E-Medhabruti Scholarship (Government of Odisha), Mukhya Mantri Medhawi Vidyarthi Yojana Scholarship (Government of Madhya Pradesh), and MAHA-DBT Scholarship (Government of Maharashtra), among others.

🎯 Training & Placement – IIT Bhubaneswar

IIT Bhubaneswar’s Training and Placement Cell (TPC) serves as a vital link between students and industry. It is committed to empowering students with the skills and opportunities necessary to succeed in the competitive professional world.

🔹 Key Highlights:

Strong industry connect with top recruiters across domains.
Career counseling, resume-building, mock interviews & aptitude training.
Internship support for UG, PG, and Ph.D. students in core & emerging sectors.
Alumni network engagement to guide and mentor students
Specialized soft skills and personality development workshops.

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🌟 Extra-Curricular Activities – IIT Bhubaneswar

At IIT Bhubaneswar, learning goes beyond classrooms. The campus buzzes with vibrant student-run clubs, festivals, and activities that promote holistic development, creativity, and leadership.

Technical Clubs

Robotics, Coding, Astronomy, Electronics

Cultural Clubs

Music, Dance, Drama, Fine Arts

Literary & Debating Society

Debates, Creative Writing, Quizzing

Social Service & Environmental Clubs

Alma Fiesta (Cultural Fest)

Music, arts, drama & performances

Wissenaire (Tech Fest)

Hackathons, workshops, exhibitions

E-Summit

Startup pitching, speaker sessions, B-plans

Sports Fest & Inter-IIT Meets

Athletics, football, cricket, badminton & more

Gym, Yoga, and Meditation sessions

Music & Dance Rooms

Modern sports complex and open fields