IIT Ropar – Indian Institute of Technology Admission Process

Admissions to IIT Ropar in 2024

IIT Ropar’s BTech admissions rely on the JEE Advanced score for the year 2024, followed by the JoSAA Counselling process. The JEE Main 2024 has scheduled Session 1 for January 24 and February 1, 2024, while Session 2 is set for April 1 and April 15, 2024.

Regarding IIT Ropar’s MTech program, the deadline for GATE applications has been extended until October 20, with the option of a late submission. For those interested in MSc admissions at IIT Ropar, the registration deadline for IIT JAM 2024 has also been extended until October 20, 2023. As for MBA admissions, CAT 2023 admit cards will be available starting October 25, with the CAT 2023 exam scheduled for November 26. Furthermore, IIT Ropar is currently accepting applications for its PhD programs, and the deadline for submission is October 25.

Admission to over 30 courses at IIT Ropar is facilitated through national-level entrance exams. The most sought-after program at IIT Ropar is the B.Tech, and candidates aiming for admission to this flagship program must successfully pass the JEE Advanced examination and proceed to register for JoSAA counseling to secure their seat. The annual tuition fees for the IIT Ropar BTech program stand at INR 2.24 Lakhs. The IIT Ropar Cutoff for the highly popular BTech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) program in the JEE Advanced exam for 2023 ranges between 1350-1589 for the General Category.

Beyond the flagship B.Tech program, IIT Ropar offers various other courses, including M.Tech, M.Sc, and integrated B.Tech+M.Tech programs, among others. Admission to these programs is contingent on the scores obtained in entrance exams such as IIT JAM and GATE, with subsequent counseling. Additionally, IIT Ropar may also conduct personal interviews for specific courses as part of the final selection process. Aspiring candidates should register separately for the respective entrance exams. Following the declaration of entrance exam results, candidates can complete application forms for admission through the official IIT Ropar website.

IIT Ropar extends its Ph.D. program across two distinct streams, namely Engineering and Science. Admission to the Ph.D. course at IIT Ropar is determined through a comprehensive selection process, which involves a Department-Based Test, evaluation of Academic Performance, consideration of Work Experience, and concluding with an Interview. Additionally, candidates who have qualified in exams such as GATE, NET, CSIR, UGC, or SLET are also eligible for Ph.D. admission.

IIT Ropar B.Tech Admission 2024

IIT Ropar admits students to seven different B.Tech specialisations. Admission to IIT Ropar in B.Tech is based on JEE Advanced scores, followed by JoSAA Counselling. B.Tech Specialisation at IIT Ropar

• Chemical Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Computer Science and Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Mathematics and Computing
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

Eligibility Criteria for IIT Ropar B.Tech

For IIT Ropar B.Tech admission, at least one of the following conditions must be met:

• Candidates must have obtained at least a 75% aggregate in their Class XII (or equivalent) Board examination. (65% for SC, ST, and PwD candidates) Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics are required subjects in the Board exam.

OR

Candidates must have scored in the top 20 percentile in their respective Class XII (or equivalent) board examinations in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.

For both B.Tech and B.Tech+M.Tech admissions, candidates must be JEE Advanced qualified.

Criteria for IIT Ropar B.Tech Selection

• IIT Ropar admission to B.Tech is based on +2 Board exams and JEE Advanced scores, as well as a merit list prepared by the institute.
• Students must also register for JoSAA, which allocates seats to qualified candidates.

Note: It should be noted that female candidates in any category are eligible for a 10% percentile relaxation.

How to Apply for IIT Ropar B.Tech?

For admission to B.Tech and B.Tech+M.Tech programmes, students must apply online for JEE Advanced. JoSAA offers admission to B.Tech and B.Tech+M.Tech programmes (Joint Seat Allocation Authority). Students who have taken the JEE Advanced must remember the following points when registering:

• Candidates who have passed the JEE Advanced can apply to any of the participating institutions.
• Applicants may select as many options as they wish while registering in decreasing order.
• Students must remember to lock their choices in order to be considered for admission based on the options provided. No changes can be made once the file has been locked.
• There are seven rounds of seat allocation in total, in which all participating institutions participate.
• Candidates must pay the seat acceptance fee and have their documents verified at the reporting centre once they have been assigned to their desired branch.
• If you are unable to obtain the desired option, you have three options:

• Continue with the option that has been assigned to you.
•  Accept the option, but you prefer a better field within the same college.
•  Float-accept the assigned seat if you want a better field as well as a college.
• Finally, an acceptance fee must be paid in order to accept the seat on a provisional basis.

Documents Required

For B.Tech registrations at IIT Ropar, the following documents would be required:

• Class X and XII certificate and mark sheet (Original and one attested copy) 
• Proof of date of birth (if not mentioned in the Class X certificate) 
• Caste certificate wherever applicable. 
• JEE Branch and Institute allotment letter 
• JEE Advance Admit Card 
• 5 Passport size coloured photographs 
• Copy of Aadhar Card of student taking admission.
• Receipt of the fees payment made to JEE at the time of seat confirmation and fees paid to IIT Ropar. 
• Income Certificate / Income Affidavit of parents duly attested by First Class Magistrate/ S.D.O./B.D.O./ TEHSILDAR or any other Revenue officer of the district of his/her residence. 
• Affidavit for Gap of study, if gap is more than two years

Admission to M.Tech at IIT Ropar in 2024

Under IIT Ropar M.Tech, the seven departments offer nine different specialisations. The number of seats available varies by course. IIT Ropar M.Tech admission is based on GATE score, followed by COAP counselling and personal interview. M.Tech Specialisation at IIT Ropar

Department	Specialisation	Seats
Chemical Engineering	Chemical Engineering	12
Civil Engineering	Water Resources and Environment	15
Computer Science and Engineering	Computer Science and Engineering	20
Electrical Engineering	Communication and Signal Processing	15
	Microelectronics and VLSI Design	15
	Power Engineering	15
Artificial Intelligence	Artificial Intelligence	15
Mechanical Engineering	Manufacturing Engineering (MF)	45
	Mechanics and Design (MD)
	Thermal & Fluids Engineering (TF)
Biomedical Engineering	Biomedical Engineering	15

M.Tech Eligibility Criteria at IIT Ropar

• Students applying for M.Tech admission must have a BE/ B.Tech Degree in a relevant discipline or AMIE with at least 60% aggregate (55 percent for SC/ST/ PwDs).
• Candidates who are GATE qualified will also be considered for admission to the M.Tech programme.

M.Tech Selection Criteria at IIT Ropar

• Admission decisions are based on GATE and bachelor’s degree scores.
• Candidates are evaluated 70% based on their GATE score and 30% based on their merit.
• Only the most qualified candidates are invited to PI for final shortlisting.

How to Apply for M.Tech at IIT Ropar

Candidates must first sign up for the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP). After registering, take careful note of the COAP Registration number. It will be needed when completing the IIT Ropar application form. Document scanned images must be submitted with the application form. For a successful application submission, the application fee must also be paid online. Fee for Application

Category	Application Fee
General/Gen-EWS/OBC	INR 5000/-
SC/ST/PWD	INR 250/-

Documentation is required

• Photograph and signature scanned
• A valid photo ID (Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving License/PAN Card/Voter ID/College ID/Employee Identification Card/Notarised Affidavit with Photo, Signature, Date of Birth, and Residential Address) is required.
• Certificate of Degree/Provisional Certificate/Course Completion
• Copy of V/VI/VII semester mark sheet
• Final-year students must submit a Provisional Certificate Letter in the format specified by the Institute’s Home/Dean/Registrar/Head of Department.
• In the case of professional equivalent qualifications, candidates in their final year of AMIE must submit their mark sheet for Section A of AMIE.
• Caste/Disability Certificate or Persons with Disabilities Certificate (if applicable).
• Candidates pursuing a higher degree or a master’s degree must submit proof of their qualifying degree.

M.Sc Admission to IIT Ropar in 2024

IIT Ropar offers a two-year master’s degree programme in three specialisations: physics, chemistry, and mathematics. The M.Sc programme at the institute has a total enrollment of 71 students in each specialisation. Admission to the programme is based on the results of the IIT JAM entrance examination, which is followed by JAM counselling.

Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc at IIT Ropar

A candidate must meet the following requirements to be admitted to the M.Sc programme at IIT Ropar:

• 10+2 with mathematics as a required subject
• Bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline from a recognised university/institute with a minimum aggregate of 55% (for General/OBC-NCL category)/at least 50% (for SC/ST and PwD category).
• A valid IIT JAM score.

M.Sc Selection Criteria at IIT Ropar

The candidates will be chosen based on their performance in the IIT JAM examination. Candidates who pass the entrance exam must then register for JAM counselling. Admissions will be conducted in three rounds, with selected candidates required to accept their seats by paying the admission fee.

MSc Seats at IIT Ropar in 2024

The intake capacity for students admitted to the MSc programme is listed below. The total number of seats includes students from all categories, including General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST. The table below shows the MSc program’s seat intake by specialisation:

Courses	Seats
Chemistry	25
Mathematics	25
Physics	25
Total	75

How do you apply?

• Only through the JAM Online Application Processing System can candidates apply for the entrance exam (JOAPS).
• Candidates must register by providing their name, an e-mail address, a mobile phone number, and a password.
• The candidate’s email and mobile number will be sent an enrolment id. The candidate must use these credentials for all exam-related information.
• Candidates can log in and complete their examination form, as well as upload photos, signatures, and other documents.
• Pay your application fees using electronic payment methods. The application fee for female (all categories), SC/ST/PWD students is INR 750 (for one test paper) and INR 1050 (for two test papers) (two test papers). The application fee for other students is INR 1500 (one test paper) and INR 2100 (two test papers) (two test papers).

Admissions to the IIT Ropar Ph.D. programme in 2024

IIT Ropar offers Ph.D. admission in five modes: regular, direct, external, and part-time. To be eligible for IIT Ropar Ph.D admission, candidates must pass GATE, CSIR NET, UGC NET, or DBT.

IIT Ropar Eligibility Criteria

Mode	Eligibility
Regular mode	ME/M.Tech with at least 60% marks or CGPA 6.5 out of 10 from recognised Institute or University.
External mode	ME/M.Tech with 60% marks and minimum 2 years of work experience in a relevant field.
Direct mode	BE/BTech with at least CGPA 8 out of 10.
Part-Time Mode	ME/M.Tech with 60% marks. Additionally, work experience of minimum 2 years in the related discipline

Bachelors and Masters degrees from IITs with a CGPA of 8.0 or higher on a 10-point scale are exempt from the GATE / JRF / UGC-NET requirement.

Criteria for IIT Ropar Ph.D. Selection

Candidates are called for interviews after being shortlisted based on their performance in the entrance exam.

How to Apply for a Ph.D. at IIT Ropar

• Candidates can apply online by following the steps outlined below:
• Create an account: To begin the application process, go to onlineportal.iitrpr.ac.in/.
• For verification, an email will be sent from IIT Ropar’s email address. Please click the link in the email to validate your account and login to change your password.
• To access this site, enter this password along with the login name you provided. On this portal, you can change your password or request a password reset.
• Log in to the site and use the links in the Main menu on the left to fill out your online application form.
• Email notifications will be sent to your email address; please ensure that emails with the from address “@iitrpr.ac.in” do not end up in your spam / junk mail folder.
• The form should not be filled out in Private or Incognito mode.
• Following submission, you will receive an acknowledgment email to your registered email address.
• To avoid errors, give each document(s) a unique name when uploading them to the form.

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Application Fees

Category	Application Fee
General/EW/OBC	INR 200/-
SC/ST	INR 100/-

Documents Required

The following documents are required to be submitted along with the application in the PDF format 

• Applicant’s colour photograph (in JPEG Upto 500 KB) 
• Applicant’s signature (in JPEG Upto 500 KB) 
• EWS/OBC/SC/ST Category Certificate
• Class X Certificate/Marksheet (in single PDF)
• Class XII certificate/Diploma and Marksheet (in single PDF)
• Bachelor’s Degree or Final/Consolidated Marksheet (in single PDF)
• Masters Degree or Final/Consolidated Marksheet (in single PDF)
• Experience certificate(s) and NOC for In Service candidates (in single PDF) 
• GATE score card / NET score card / Fellowship award letter (in single PDF)