Overview of IIT Bhubaneshwar
The Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar (IIT Bhubaneswar) stands as a beacon of academic excellence and technological innovation in eastern India. Established in 2008, this prestigious institute is part of the elite IIT network and has swiftly risen to prominence for its quality education, cutting-edge research, and strong industry connections. Nestled at the foot of the historic Barunei Hill, the sprawling 936-acre campus offers a serene yet vibrant environment that nurtures holistic student development. IIT Bhubaneswar offers a wide range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, particularly known for its strength in engineering disciplines such as Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, and Civil Engineering. With a stellar placement record—boasting packages as high as 64 LPA (INR)—and an ever-growing list of global recruiters, the institute prepares its students not just for jobs, but for impactful careers. Its consistent rankings in NIRF and QS further underscore its commitment to excellence, making IIT Bhubaneswar a top choice for aspiring engineers and researchers across the country.
Recognition, Rankings, and Accreditations of the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Bhubaneswar as of 2025:
Category | Details |
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Institute Type | Institute of National Importance (since 2012) |
Accreditations | Approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) |
NIRF 2024 (Engineering) | Ranked 54th in India |
NIRF 2024 (Overall) | Ranked within the 101–150 band in India |
QS World University Rankings 2025 | Ranked in the 951–1000 band globally |
QS Asia University Rankings 2025 | Ranked 421–430 in Asia |
QS Southern Asia Rankings 2025 | Ranked 113th in Southern Asia |
Scimago Institutions Rankings 2025 | Ranked 3229 globally |
IIRF Engineering Ranking 2024 | Ranked 38th in India |
IIT Bhubaneswar Admission Highlights (2025–26)
Freshers Portal Open: Admissions are open for B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, Ph.D., and MS(R) programs.
ITEP Admissions: The Integrated Teacher Education Programme (B.Sc.-B.Ed.) admissions are now open.
M.Tech. Spot Selection: A spot selection round for M.Tech. admissions is scheduled for July 1, 2025.
Ph.D. Admissions: The list of selected candidates for the Ph.D. program (Autumn Session 2025–26) has been released.
B.Tech course at IIT Bhubaneswar (2025–26): Specializations, total fees, eligibility criteria, and admission process:
B.Tech Program | Total Fees (INR) | Eligibility | Admission Process |
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Computer Science and Engineering | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced | Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Electrical Engineering | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced |
Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Mechanical Engineering | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced |
Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Civil Engineering | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced |
Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Electronics and Communication Engineering | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced |
Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced |
Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Engineering Physics | 8–11 lakhs (approx.) |
10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics + Qualified JEE Advanced |
Admission via JoSAA counselling based on JEE Advanced rank |
Total Fees include tuition, hostel, mess, and other institute charges over 4 years.
Eligibility strictly requires JEE Advanced qualification and class 12th with PCM.
Admission is centralized and handled by JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority) based on JEE Advanced ranks.
IIT Bhubaneswar B.Tech Cutoff Ranks by Various Category
Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
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General | 3685 | 3855 |
OBC-NCL | 1237 | 1415 |
SC | 596 | 747 |
ST | 356 | 257 |
EWS | 525 | 525 |
Electronics & Communication Engineering (ECE)
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
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General | 5157 | 5535 |
OBC-NCL | 1239 | 2072 |
SC | 1239 | 1293 |
ST | 538 | 553 |
EWS | 767 | 767 |
Electrical Engineering
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
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General | 7661 | 7354 |
OBC-NCL | 1762 | 3151 |
SC | 1762 | 1766 |
ST | 792 | 862 |
EWS | 1041 | 1041 |
Mechanical Engineering
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
---|---|---|
General | 10233 | 10173 |
OBC-NCL | 2293 | 3975 |
SC | 2293 | 2275 |
ST | 1041 | 1035 |
EWS | 1573 | 1573 |
Civil Engineering
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
---|---|---|
General | 14782 | 14422 |
OBC-NCL | 2587 | 4996 |
SC | 2587 | 2659 |
ST | 977 | 1093 |
EWS | 2069 | 2069 |
Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank | |
---|---|---|
General | 14898 | 14016 |
OBC-NCL | 2774 | 5323 |
SC | 2774 | 2907 |
ST | 602 | 1200 |
EWS | 2211 | 2211 |
Engineering Physics
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
---|---|---|
General | 11307 | 10494 |
OBC-NCL | 2226 | 4500 |
SC | 2226 | 2568 |
ST | 1333 | 1221 |
EWS | 1801 | 1801 |
Mathematics and Computing
Category | 2024 Closing Rank | 2025 Closing Rank |
---|---|---|
General | N/A | 4607 |
OBC-NCL | N/A | 1935 |
SC | N/A | 992 |
ST | N/A | 769 |
EWS | N/A | 727 |
IIT Bhubaneswar Placement Summary & Salary Statistics for the academic year 2024–25:
B.Tech Placement Overview (2024–25)
Total B.Tech Students Registered: 309
Participated in Placement Process: 280
Students Placed: 234
Placement Percentage: 85%
Highest Package: 64 LPA (Computer Science & Engineering)
Average Package: 17.1 LPA
Median Package: 13.6 LPA
Lowest Package: 5 LPA
B.Tech Branch-wise Placement Statistics
Branch | Students Participated | Students Placed | Placement % | Highest Package (INR) (LPA) | Average Package (INR) (LPA) | Median Package (INR) (LPA) |
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Computer Science & Engineering | 66 | 61 | 92.4% | 64 | 22.6 | 16.3 |
Electronics & Communication Engg. | 50 | 39 | 78% | 64 | 20.3 | 16 |
Electrical Engineering | 62 | 51 | 82.2% | 64 | 19.4 | 12 |
Mechanical Engineering | 53 | 50 | 94.3% | 27 | 12 | 11.5 |
Civil Engineering | 31 | 21 | 67.8% | 20 | 12.3 | 11.3 |
Metallurgical & Materials Engg. | 16 | 13 | 81.2% | 18 | 10.1 | 10.8 |
Total Students Participated: 88
Students Placed: 58
Placement Percentage: 66%
Highest Package: 52.6 LPA (Computer Science & Engineering)
Average Package: 18 LPA
Median Package: 16.3 LPA
M.Tech Placement Summary
Total Students Participated: 126
Students Placed: 96
Placement Percentage: 74.6%
Highest Package: 20 LPA (Computer Science & Engineering)
Average Package: 8.96 LPA
Median Package: 8.75 LPA
Top Recruiters
IIT Bhubaneswar attracted a diverse range of recruiters, including
Public Sector Undertakings (PSUs): Bharat Electronics Limited (BEL), C-DOT, Engineers India Limited (EIL), Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL), Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), Oil India Limited (OIL), MECON Limited
Multinational Companies (MNCs): Google, Microsoft, Reliance Industries Ltd, Flipkart, D.E. Shaw, Oracle, Unistring Tech Solutions, Accenture Japan, Media.Net, Jaguar Land Rover, Analog Devices, Zomato, MathWorks, Caterpillar, HCL Technologies, Tata Steel R&T, AIRA Matrix, ARM, Maruti Suzuki, Applied Materials, L&T Limited, Jindal Stainless Limited, Jindal Steel & Power, Vedanta, Turing, Tiger Analytics
IIT Bhubaneswar Halls of Residence
IIT Bhubaneswar is a fully residential institute with several hostels:
Boys' Hostels:
Mahanadi Hall of Residence: Single occupancy rooms; capacity of 780 students.
Brahmaputra Hall of Residence: Details on capacity and facilities are available on the institute's website.
Subarnarekha Hall of Residence: Single occupancy rooms; capacity of 210 students.
Rushikulya Hall of Residence: Single occupancy rooms; capacity of 820 students.
Dr. A.N. Khosla Hall of Residence: Double occupancy rooms; capacity of 140 students.
Girls' Hostels:
Ganga Hall of Residence: Details on capacity and facilities are available on the institute's website.
Sangam Hall of Residence: Offers triple and double occupancy rooms, primarily for MTech, MSc, and PhD students.
Room Facilities
Most hostels provide:
Single or shared rooms equipped with a bed (mattress and pillow not included), study table, chair, wall cupboard, ceiling fan, and lighting.
Common bathrooms with geysers for hot water.
24/7 electricity and internet connectivity.
Access to washing machines, water purifiers, and recreational facilities like TV and music systems.
Night canteen services and proximity to shopping complexes and eateries
Dining Facilities
Each hostel has an associated mess providing three meals daily: breakfast, lunch, and dinner.
The menu includes a variety of dishes, catering to both North and South Indian cuisines.
Mess facilities are compulsory for residents, with seating capacities accommodating large groups.
Hostel Fees (2025–26)
Per Semester:
Hostel Admission Fee (One-time): 2,500 (INR)
Hostel Overhead Charges: 10,500 (INR)
Mess Advance: 18,000 (INR)
Total: 31,000 (INR)
Campus Life & Extracurriculars
IIT Bhubaneswar hosts several annual festivals:
Alma Fiesta: A socio-cultural festival featuring music, dance, and literary events.
Wissenaire: A techno-management fest with workshops, competitions, and exhibitions.
These events, along with various clubs and societies, contribute to a vibrant student life.
E-Summit: An entrepreneurship summit fostering innovation and startups
Sports & Recreation
The institute offers extensive sports facilities:
Outdoor: Cricket, football, volleyball, athletic tracks, and more.
Indoor: Badminton, table tennis, chess, and carrom.
A well-equipped gymnasium is also available for fitness enthusiasts.
Student Experiences
Students have shared positive feedback about hostel life:
"Everyone gets single room accommodation with 24/7 Wi-Fi and ethernet facilities. Hostel condition is good, better than most IITs."
"The hostel facilities at IIT Bhubaneswar are comfortable, with rooms equipped with essential furniture. The mess serves a variety of meals, and the campus offers ample opportunities for extracurricular activities.
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