IIT Madras
About
OfficialIndia's premier institute of technology, ranked #1 nationally for 9 years, driving innovation and excellence in engineering and research.
- Established 1959 as one of India's first IITs
- Designated 'Institute of Eminence' by Government of India
- #1 ranking in national rankings for 9 consecutive years
- 617-acre self-contained campus in Chennai
- 20 departments spanning aerospace, computer science, biotechnology, and more
- 2,105 undergraduate and 4,112 postgraduate students; 591 faculty members
Academics
IIT Madras offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across 20 departments including Aerospace Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, and Management Studies. The institute emphasizes interdisciplinary studies and rigorous analytical thinking, with courses organized as semester programs providing minimum 70 instructional days per semester. Medium of instruction is English, and evaluation is continuous throughout the semester. The institute maintains autonomous status and academic relationships with leading educational institutions worldwide.
Research & Innovation
The institute is internationally renowned for research quality and diversity, with 2,963 PhD research scholars and 746 MS research scholars actively engaged in frontier areas. IIT Madras operates 12 national research centres and 11 institute research centres, including the Robert Bosch Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, National Cancer Tissue Biobank, and Centre for Computational Brain Research. The institute holds 146 patents and manages 829 active projects, supported by advanced facilities including the Sophisticated Analytical Instrumentation Centre and High Performance Computing Environment.
Campus & Infrastructure
The institute features a 617-acre self-contained campus in a wooded area in the heart of Chennai, offering a peaceful and modern lifestyle. Key facilities include the Central Library, P G Senapathy Computer Centre, Central Skill Training and Fabrication Facility (CSTF), Wellness Community Centre, hostel accommodations, sports facilities, and dining amenities. The campus supports student governance, women's forum, clubs, and technology innovation centers.
Admissions & Student Profile
IIT Madras draws a remarkably diverse student community from across all Indian states and various countries. The institute believes talent and good ideas can come from anywhere. Current enrollment includes 2,105 undergraduate students and 4,112 postgraduate students. The institute offers undergraduate B.Tech programs, postgraduate specialized programs, research programs, international masters programs, joint degree programs with 20 world-class institutions, and exchange programs with foreign universities.
Career Outcomes & Industry Engagement
IIT Madras is known worldwide for the achievements of its alumni, who have made significant contributions in education, industry, research, business, entrepreneurship, and administration. The institute maintains strong industry relationships through the Centre for Industrial Consultancy and Sponsored Research (ICSR), technology transfer initiatives, and the IITM Incubation Cell—India's leading deep-tech startup hub. The institute also operates the IITM Research Park and IITM Bioincubator to foster innovation and entrepreneurship.