IIT Bhilai, located in the state of Chhattisgarh, is one of the youngest IITs established by the Ministry of Education (Government of India). The first academic session at IIT Bhilai started in August 2016, with the BTech program in three engineering disciplines, viz. Computer Science & Engineering, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering,  Mechatronics Engineering (MT), and Electronics & Communication Engineering. 

Apart from the B.Tech. program, the institute offers master's programs in various science and engineering disciplines. Doctoral programs are offered in all the disciplines of engineering, liberal arts, and science available in the institute.

At present, the institute has on its roster more than 65 extremely competent faculty members with vast experience of working in the top-ranking labs and universities in India and abroad. A detailed profile of the faculty members is available, department wise, in the institute website  

The campus of IIT Bhilai is established as a waterfront campus in Kutelabhata village in Durg district. The campus site is about 6 km from Durg Junction railway station and about 50 km from Swami Vivekananda Airport at Raipur. 

Before a semester begins, every student is required to register for the relevant courses based on the requirements of the program he/she is enrolled in. Institute may offer regular courses in the Summer semester, and the BTech students interested in taking such courses may register for the Summer semester.

For more details about the IIT Bhilai academic structure, please visit: _www.iitbhilai.ac.in/index.php?pid=nav_academic

Computer Science and Engineering

The 4-year BTech program offered in the discipline of CSE addresses all kinds of theoretical and practical aspects of computing. They include, among others, design, analysis and various applications of algorithms, data structures, theory of automata, formal languages and computation. The engineering aspects of computing include various topics in systems such as computer architectures, programming languages, compilers design, operating systems, databases, computer networks and software engineering. The program includes a number of advanced elective courses in each of the above topics, as well as in areas such as machine learning, computer vision, big-data analytics, information security, wireless networks and mobile computing. The program also has a provision to credit courses from science, humanities and other engineering disciplines.

Gender-based and/or handicap (physical/ neurological)-based restrictions: None

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

The institute offers 4-year BTech program in the discipline of DSAI from 2020-21 academic session.  The curriculum for the program is designed to provide adequate balance of fundamental/foundation, core, and elective courses. The fundamental courses will be focused on two broad areas that are prerequisite for the core courses related to Data Science viz. mathematical foundation like, Linear Algebra, Probability and Statistics, Optimization etc. and computer science and engineering like, Data Structure and Algorithms, Computer Networks, Cyber Security, etc. The core courses related to data science will involve subjects like Data Analytics and Visualization, Artificial Intelligence, Machine learning, Management of Large Data etc. The bucket of electives would comprise focused and state of art courses like Natural language processing, Deep learning, Image processing and analytics, Social Engineering Analytics etc.

Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions:  None

Electrical Engineering

The institute offers 4-year BTech program in the discipline of EE. The 8-semester curriculum comprises core courses, department elective courses, open electives, seminars, experiments in laboratory, projects, and humanities courses. The program offers flexibility so that the students can undertake various elective courses that expose them to diverse disciplines of EE such as Communications and Signal Processing, Microelectronics and VLSI design, Power Electronics and Power System, Control Systems and Embedded Systems. The undergraduate students also have the opportunity to do research work through BTech projects.

Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions:  None

Mechanical Engineering

The institute offers 4-year BTech program in the discipline of ME. The 8-semester curriculum comprises of classical subjects such as Mechanics, Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Fluid Mechanics, Solid Mechanics and Strength of Materials. The discipline further diversifies into various other areas such as design, analysis and manufacturing of automobiles, aircraft, locomotives, ships, power-plants, and also inter-disciplinary areas like energy and environment, earth and planetary sciences, nuclear fission and fusion, solar, wind and other alternate energies.

Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions:  None

Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering

The institute offers 4-year BTech program in the discipline of MSME. The curriculum of this program has been developed in view of the current technological status and future demands. This program provide a solid foundation while covering topics like steel and alloy making as well as advanced materials like electronic, smart, ceramic, energy, materials, and polymers. This department also offers a platform for extensive research activity spanning various research areas with high-caliber faculty members who worked/graduated from world-class institutes. These inter-departmental faculty members have interdisciplinary research with international exposure establishing state-of-art technologies in metallurgical engineering, materials science, polymers, robotics, micro-/nanorobots, etc. With solid collaborations with SAIL-BSP, the students will be exposed to the latest industrial technologies and processes.

Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions:  None

Mechatronics Engineering

The institute offers 4-year BTech program in the discipline of Mechatronics Engineering. Principles of mechatronics are going to play a major role in Industry 4.0 which is considered as the fourth industrial revolution. As the relevant technologies (like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and internet of things) are advancing it is becoming more compelling for industries to adopt them move towards Industry 4.0 and become smart industries. To realize it, people with relevant interdisciplinary skills are required. Mechatronics engineering is thus an impressive career choice and an evolving field in the current scenario. Mechatronics engineers are expected to play a major role in the domain of autonomous vehicles, factory automation, transportation, logistics, aviation, etc. The curriculum of this program has been developed considering above facts.

Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions:  None

BTech students are eligible for a change of discipline. Discipline change guideline are as follows:

At present, IIT Bhilai, on its roster, has more than 80 faculty members, working in various cutting-edge research areas spread over arts, engineering, mathematical and scientific disciplines. All the faculty members have exposure to world-class education and research as doctoral students and postdoctoral researcher – in various top-ranking laboratories and institutes in India and abroad.

The present faculty members of IIT Bhilai are engaged in the following research areas:

Financial Assistance at IIT Bhilai: Empowering Students to Achieve Excellence

At IIT Bhilai, we are committed to supporting our students by offering a comprehensive range of financial assistance schemes designed to alleviate financial burdens and help them focus on their academic and personal growth. Our financial aid include tuition fee waivers, scholarships, fellowships, awards, and interest-free education loans for students.

Tuition Fee Waivers

We offer tuition fee waivers for students from socially and economically disadvantaged backgrounds, ensuring that financial barriers do not hinder their educational aspirations.

Scholarships and Fellowships

IIT Bhilai provides various institute scholarships and fellowships that are crucial for students, offering them the financial stability needed to excel in their studies. These scholarships and fellowships allow students to pursue their educational goals without the stress of financial constraints.

Donor-Based Scholarships and Awards

Generous individuals, organizations, and businesses contribute to donor-based scholarships, providing vital support to our students. These scholarships are awarded to students based on merit, need, or specific criteria set by the donors, encouraging academic excellence and enabling students to achieve their full potential.

Donor awards are also available, sponsored by individuals who wish to inspire and motivate IIT Bhilai students to reach new heights in their academic endeavors.

The Centre for Career Planning and Services (CCPS) at IIT Bhilai is committed to facilitating placement and internship opportunities, delivering training programs, and offering career guidance to students for their holistic professional development.

The office operates under the leadership of Dr. Soumajit Pramanik (Faculty In-Charge) and Dr. Dhiman Saha (Associate Faculty In-Charge), with support from Faculty Advisors representing each academic discipline. These advisors play a crucial role in addressing discipline-specific placement matters and contributing to policy decisions.

 A dedicated student placement team supports CCPS by coordinating placement drives, organizing training and preparedness activities, managing outreach and publicity, and conducting career development sessions.

Recently, Mr. Vinayak Banakar joined the CCPS Office as the Training and Placement Officer, further strengthening the institute’s commitment to career services.

The Centre for Career Planning and Services (CCPS) at IIT Bhilai successfully conducted its sixth campus placement session for the Class of 2025. Despite facing global economic headwinds and a sluggish job market, the institute witnessed commendable placement outcomes.

So far, a total of 130 offers have been received, including 1 Pre-Placement Offer (PPO), and the placement season is still ongoing. The average package for all programs stands at ₹12.50 LPA, even amidst challenging market conditions.

Students received offers from a wide range of reputed organizations, including:
Accenture Japan, Google, Infosys, Winjit Technologies, L&T, HPCL, Mecon Ltd, Warner Bros. Discovery, MAQ Software, ZS Associates, ICICI Bank, D. E. Shaw, Tredence Analytics, LTI Mindtree, Jindal Power, HCL, TCS, and others.

More than 100 companies from diverse sectors—IT, analytics, consulting, finance, core engineering, management, and research & training—participated in the recruitment process.

 Key highlights

● Two PSUs, HPCL and Mecon Ltd, partnered with IIT Bhilai for campus placements this year.

● A total of 130 offers have been received so far.

● The average CTC for BTech students stands at ₹14.15 LPA.

● MTech – Mechatronics achieved 100% placement along with MSc-Physics and Chemistry.

● 80% of MTech – Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) students have been placed.

● 75% of MTech – Electric Vehicle Technology (EVT) students secured placements.

● The second graduating batch of BTech – Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI) achieved a 72.73% placement.

● Accenture Japan, our international recruiter, participated for the third consecutive year, offering positions to 4 students.

 Internships

IIT Bhilai has partnered with major corporate offices and institutes for Internships and training programs. During the academic year 2024-2025, the CCPS Office collaborated with numerous industrial facilities, corporate houses, institutions, and other organizations to provide students with internship opportunities and practical and industrial exposure.

Campus Placements 2024-2025 Statistics

Table No. 1: Percentage of placed students, program and discipline-wise

1. BTech

2. MTech

3. MSc

ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

IIT Bhilai Alumni Association was registered with Registrar Firms and Societies, Chhattisgarh, on 8^th October 2020 to create a fraternity and maintain a relationship between alumni and their alma mater. The alumni association has 831 registered members already, with the sixth cohort of students graduating in May 2025. The fourth Annual General Meeting of the Alumni Association was held on 26^th December 2024, where the election was carried out to replace the members whose tenure was about to end. Mr Kumar Shivendu [B.Tech./CSE/2018-2022] is the current President, with Mr Ashutosh Soni [B.Tech. (Hons)/EE/2018-2022] serving as Vice-President UG and Mr Siddhartha Chatterjee [M.Tech./CSE/2019-2021] acting as Vice-President PG; six other members constitute the Executive Committee. IIT Bhilai Alumni Association has also registered with the income tax department U/S 12A (vide Registration No. AABAI9460LE20218 dated 11^th February 2022) and U/S 80G (vide Registration No. AABAI9460LF20224 dated 31^st December 2021) whereby donations made to the Association are eligible for exemptions under the Income Tax Act. IIT Bhilai has set up the Alumni Association Young Researcher Award with the generous contribution from IIT Bhilai Alumni Association to motivate UG students towards research. Each award consists of a cash prize of ₹10,000 and a certificate of recognition. A maximum of five (5) awards will be conferred annually.

STUDENT ALUMNI CELL (SAC)

The Student Alumni Cell (SAC) of IIT Bhilai was established in 2020, coinciding with the graduation of the institute’s first batch. Its primary objective is to strengthen and sustain meaningful communication between the "dreamers"—the current students—and the "achievers"—the alumni. SAC is committed to fostering a strong and supportive relationship between IIT Bhilai and its distinguished alumni, serving as a bridge for mentorship, guidance, and collaboration.

Recognizing that students are the institute’s most valuable assets, SAC strives to contribute to the growth of both the student community and the alumni network. Through its various initiatives, SAC aims to become a trusted pillar within the IIT Bhilai alumni ecosystem.

Presently, SAC is led by Coordinator Aditya Yadav and comprises a dedicated team of six members. The Cell organizes a variety of engagement programs such as Leader’s Lounge, Alumni Master Class, Sampark (a monthly magazine), and the Alumni Career Guidance Program, among others, to facilitate continuous interaction and exchange between alumni and students.

In the short duration, IIT Bhilai has developed a distinctive culture of extracurricular activities. The Annual Techno-cultural fest of IIT Bhilai “MERAZ” is organized every year nominally in the month of October. It comprises various events, like workshop competitions and exhibitions.

The sports council of IIT Bhilai organizes an intra-IIT sports league “Prayatna” every year. Students form different teams, and the team members play against one another over eight different sports. This event runs for almost three to four month, creating a healthy and competitive environment in the campus.

Apart from these events, various clubs keep organizing extracurricular activities all around the year. Some of the popular events among students are Robo Carnival, Cultural night, Theater night, and Parliamentary Debate. 

Location of the campus:

Durg is a well connected by Air, Train line and Roads.

Airport: About 50 km from Swami Vivekananda Airport at Raipur. 

Train: About 6 km from the Durg junction railway station.

Bus:  About 6 km from the Durg bus stop.