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Type of the institute:
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Indian Institute of Technology
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Complete Mailing Address:
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Kandi-502284, Sangareddy, Telangana, India
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Contact Person For Admission:
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Mr. Rajnesh MP
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Designation:
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Joint Registrar Academics
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Email:
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hos.acad@iith.ac.in
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Alternate Email:
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acad.ug@iith.ac.in
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Phone Nos:
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91-40-2359-6770
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Academic Structure
The institute offers a large number of Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Doctoral programs in Engineering, Science, Design, Liberal Arts and Entrepreneurship & Management. This includes BTech, BDes, MSc, MTech, MA, MDes and PhD. Currently, IIT Hyderabad has 18 departments + 1 Centre for Interdisciplinary Programs + 1 Greenko School of Sustainability.
IIT Hyderabad follows a semester system. An Academic Year (July-April) consists of 2 semesters, each approximately 16 weeks’ duration. The first semester begins in the last week of July / first week of August and ends by the last week of November. The second semester starts in the first week of January and ends by the last week of April /first week of May. A student is required to register the relevant courses listed in the curriculum for that semester.
IIT Hyderabad offers the BTech undergraduate program for students admitted through JEE (Advanced). IITH has implemented a very novel academic program, referred to as, Fractal Academics – the key idea is to atomize courses, provide breadth and depth, emphasize courses in liberal arts as well as creative arts, emphasize project work, and create an interactive learning ambience. A typical 3 credits course leading to 42 lecture hours in a semester. Fractional credits can be 0.5, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0 having 7, 14, 21, 28, 35 and 42 lecture hours, respectively.
The fractal academic program is a novel holistic approach to undergraduate teaching. It has multiple goals among which fostering undergraduate research, interdisciplinary learning and encouraging creativity are the primary ones. In the first year of study, students are introduced right away to a wide gamut of courses not only from the engineering spectrum but also from science and liberal arts. This is aimed at giving the students a flavor of various engineering disciplines in addition to whetting their appetite for the science, creative and liberal arts. In the second year, an in-depth study of the core engineering courses is undertaken. This is designed to firm up the students' foundations in fundamental areas of their chosen branch. In the third year of study, students are encouraged to pick an area of their choice (within their branch) and take relevant elective courses. By the end of the third year, the students are primed to take on challenging research projects. In the final year the interested and eligible students are encouraged to work on research problems. Two common threads run through all four years of study - independent projects and creative/liberal arts courses. Students are required to pursue independent projects to "learn by doing" as well as to explore engineering problems that pique their interests. Through the study of liberal and creative arts, it is hoped that students appreciate non-technical disciplines which in turn should help them become better engineers.
In addition, IIT Hyderabad offers ‘semester long internship’, ‘double major’, ‘minor’, ‘honors’, ‘BTech to MTech conversion’ and ‘BTech to PhD conversion’ subject to fulfilment of eligibility criteria by the department and Institute.
Semester long internship: IITH Students can earn 6 credits through a semester-long internship at an industry or academic institution.
Double Major: If a student does say 24 extra credits in a given department, he/she can get a double major.
A “Minor” is awarded to a student after completion of twelve credits. In addition to BTech, the student’s performance in a course is continuously evaluated throughout the semesters and culminates in the award of a Grade on a 10-point scale.
Similarly, “Honors” is awarded to a student after completion of twelve credits with a prescribed set of courses and projects in their own academic curriculum.
Conversion to Dual Degree program (BTech to MTech/BTech to PhD): The primary motivation for a dual degree program is to create a win-win proposition for both students and faculty.
Scope and description of courses
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence (AI) has grown over the last decade from being a dream to a reality that impacts each one of our lives. In the last few years, the field has broadened significantly, with AI becoming horizontal across all engineering disciplines. At the same time, the mathematical, computational, and domain-specific tools required for AI have acquired a distinct and well-defined identity.
The four-year BTech programme in AI is designed to provide a comprehensive and holistic education in AI, spanning foundations, methods, systems, and applications. The curriculum follows an integrated progression: students first acquire strong foundations in programming, algorithms, linear algebra, probability, statistics, and optimization; they then advance to core AI areas such as machine learning, deep learning, computer vision, natural language processing, and reinforcement learning. These ideas are further connected to engineering and scientific applications through courses in signal processing, control, robotics, IoT, drones, Industry 4.0, and computational neuroscience.
The programme also offers a wide range of advanced electives spanning theoretical foundations, modern AI methods, societal perspectives, and applications. These include topics such as statistical learning theory, information theory, kernel methods, generative AI, AI and Humanity, information retrieval, and speech processing. Students may also credit relevant courses from other disciplines, including science, engineering, creative arts, and liberal arts. In addition, the curriculum provides opportunities for AI-related research projects and internships.
Please see https://ai.iith.ac.in/btech-curriculum/index.html for more details.
Biomedical Engineering
The Department of Biomedical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad bridges engineering and medicine to address critical healthcare challenges through interdisciplinary research and education. Our community of faculty members, staff, and students (approximately 100 undergraduates, 30 master's, and 100 PhD scholars) collaborates across traditional disciplinary boundaries to drive biomedical innovation. We offer dynamic undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs that combine rigorous coursework with hands-on research experience, preparing students to translate scientific discoveries into clinical impact.
Our B.Tech. curriculum provides a strong foundation in physiology, anatomy, basic sciences, and engineering fundamentals before advancing to specialized biomedical engineering courses. Students gain hands-on experience through dedicated laboratory courses and finish the program with a capstone project and clinical immersion through our Biodesign program. The curriculum offers flexibility through four specialized tracks—Bio-imaging & Sensing, Biomaterials & Nanomedicine, Biomechanics, and Natural Intelligence-Artificial Intelligence. This allows students to tailor their program to their interests while maintaining interdisciplinary breadth.
Our research spans medical device design, tissue engineering (3D bioprinting, organ-on-chip, regenerative medicine), biomedical imaging and therapeutics, biosensors, nanomedicine for drug delivery and cancer treatment, and computational approaches including AI in healthcare, biomechanics, and neurotechnology. This interdisciplinary expertise enables students and faculty to develop solutions that directly impact patient care.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physics/ neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://bme.iith.ac.in/
Biotechnology and Bioinformatics
The Biotechnology department at IITH started its journey in 2010 and since then we have been continuously acquiring new capabilities and producing brilliant future scientists. We have 17 world-class research laboratories and a dedicated teaching laboratory for students. Over the years, our uniquely formulated and tailored academic programs have attracted the best students. The total number of students in our department is currently 203. Our curriculum provides multifaceted opportunities to the students, including exposure to industrial problems so that we can address critical challenges not only faced by society but also industries which is the first and foremost requirement for "AatmaNirbhar Bharat". We are noted for our 17 excellent faculty members with varied expertise, trained in India and abroad.
The Biotechnology Department offers a 4-year B Tech program in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics. This program follows an eight-semester fractal curriculum comprising core courses, department elective courses, seminars, experiments in laboratory, projects and creative/liberal arts courses (as free electives).
The B. Tech. program in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics is an application-based program and trains students for solving biological problems using quantitative biological and computational approaches. It aims to provide essential skills in Biotechnology, including molecular cell biology, biochemistry, systems biology, protein engineering, genetic engineering, Immunotechnology and nanobiotechnology. It is also designed to train the student with Bioinformatics skills, including DNA sequence analysis, drug discovery, disease characterization, genomics, proteomics, big data analysis, machine learning, artificial intelligence and biological network analysis. The curriculum also provides an excellent opportunity for the students to take courses from different departments such as computer science, artificial intelligence, mathematics, physics and chemistry in the first two semesters. Apart from the regular BTech curriculum, students will have an opportunity to increase their depth in the subject by undertaking elective courses from any other departments, including Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Material Science. Students also have a wonderful opportunity to get a minor in areas of their interest, outside the department, like entrepreneurship, computer science, etc., by completing 12 credits. The Biotechnology and Bioinformatics program prepares the students for a career in academia and industry related to life science, healthcare, biotechnology, medical coding, data science, Pharma and bioinformatics.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physics/ neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://biotech.iith.ac.in/
Chemical Engineering
The primary goal of the department is to train the next generation of chemical engineers to address the technological challenges of a rapidly evolving world. Our carefully designed undergraduate curriculum prepares students for both industry and advanced studies.
The program integrates core chemical engineering with emerging areas such as machine learning, along with advanced electives, interdisciplinary coursework, laboratory training, mini-projects, and exposure to the sciences, humanities, and soft skills.
Our teaching approach emphasizes conceptual understanding, problem-solving, and independent thinking, enabling students to approach real-world challenges in a thoughtful and informed manner. A strong student-to-faculty ratio allows for personalized mentoring in both academics and research.
Our graduates have been placed in leading chemical and allied industries, while many others have gone on to pursue higher studies at globally reputed universities. We are committed to fostering an environment that encourages students to discover their strengths and pursue their professional goals with integrity and rigor.
Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://che.iith.ac.in/
Civil Engineering
The Department of Civil Engineering, since its inception in 2008, has been at the forefront of teaching, research, and consulting, focusing on the broad areas of Environmental, Geotechnical, Hydraulics and Water Resources, Structural, and Transportation Engineering. The department offers a B.Tech program in Civil Engineering, and M.Tech and PhD programs in Environmental, Geotechnical, Hydraulics and Water Resources, Structural, and Transportation Engineering. The BTech program offers a flexible curriculum that inculcates critical thinking, problem-solving, and practical knowledge in Civil Engineering. The department also offers a Minor, Honors, and Double major in Civil Engineering for academically motivated undergraduate students.
Currently, the department has 30 permanent faculty, 233 B.Tech students, 99 M.Tech students, and 140 PhD students. The department has graduated 223 B.Tech students, 290 M.Tech students and 95 PhD students. The department faculty are dedicated to delivering knowledge and expertise across the broad spectrum of Civil Engineering and are actively engaged in research that addresses societal needs. The research carried out in the department encompasses both fundamental and applied studies to provide solutions that drive the future evolution of Civil Engineering. The department & alumni are excelling in various capacities across government, industry, and universities in India and abroad. The department’s faculty and graduate students actively participate in several sponsored projects funded by various agencies, including industry and government. Industry interaction and academic exchanges are integral components of the department.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://civil.iith.ac.in/
Computational Engineering
Modern industry uses computer modelling in almost all aspects of product and process development, be it in the designing of modern aircraft or discovering a new medicine. These computer modelling software and methodology use advanced mathematics, numerical methods and algorithmic approaches. The BTech program in Computational Engineering aims to produce graduate engineers who will have the expertise in using modern computational methods for a wide variety of industrial applications. The program will train students capable in using computer modelling and simulation tools for these engineering applications.
Computational Engineering is envisaged to be an interdisciplinary BTech program. The curriculum consists of four important components: (a) Applied Mathematics, (b) Core Engineering, (c) Data Structures & Analytics and (d) Computational Applications. Through these four pillars of the program, the student will gain proficiency not only to use the various engineering methodologies, but also get trained in some of the important aspects of core engineering so that the bridge between computational solutions and physical principles is established. The Core Engineering and Applied Mathematics courses are designed to give a broad understanding of the general engineering principles. The depth in the curriculum is achieved by introducing the students to various computational methods that include fundamentals in scientific computing, data structure and its analysis and the application of computational tools. The graduates from this program are expected to be employed in a wide variety of engineering and consultancy firms that use computational methodologies to design products and processes.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physics/ neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://co.iith.ac.in/
Computer Science and Engineering
The 4-year B. Tech. program in the department of computer science and engineering seeks to lay a strong foundation in both theoretical and practical aspects of computer science. Fundamental courses with theoretical and mathematical underpinnings like discrete mathematics, algorithms and their analyses, data structures, theory of automata, formal languages and computation are offered in the initial years. These courses also emphasize on practical applications of the rich theory and mathematics in computer science. This knowledge dovetails well into systems courses that emphasize on the practical and engineering aspects, such as computer architecture, programming languages, compiler design, operating systems, and design of databases, computer networks and application software.
The program includes a choice of advanced elective courses in each of the above topics, as well as in areas such as quantum computing, machine learning, computer vision, big-data analytics, wireless networks and mobile computing. The program also has a provision to credit courses from other disciplines of science, engineering, creative and liberal arts.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physical/ neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://cse.iith.ac.in/
Electrical Engineering/ Electrical Engineering (IC Design & Technology)
The department offers two four-year Bachelor of Technology (BTech) programs. The department focuses on imparting industry relevant practical knowledge along with a profound focus onfundamentals. The curriculum offers a lot of flexibility that is in line with the National Education Policy. Like majority of IITs, the core EE curriculum covers all the domains of Electrical Engineering starting from high power electrical devices and systems, all the way to ultra low power electronic devices. The ubiquitous communication and control systems, the latest trends in AI and ML are part of the core curriculum. Students are encouraged to tinker, explore and do research in their interesting field right from the first semester. The ecosystem supports and mentors entrepreneurial mind sets. As a result of these progressive steps, the students tend to stick to the core domains bothin jobs and higher studies.
The first batch of EE(IC Design and Technology) graduated this year. This program is a thumping success in terms of creating industry ready manpower for semiconductor design and manufacturing.
This pioneering effort had a ripple effort over the entire Indian academia. More than 150 colleges have started this specialization taking a cue from this endeavour. The students are trained to design complex system on chips designs. They are also equipped with semiconductor manufacturing process flow knowledge with the help of the state of the art nanofabrication and characterization facilities.
These two programs complement each other and their camaraderie enabled a conducive environment wherein electronic system building for various domains is emerged as a core theme. Students also have an opportunity to increase their depth in EE/EE(ICDT) by undertaking additional courses. By completing 12 credits from a broad list of prescribed courses, a student can earn Honors in Electrical Engineering. Students can also get a minor in areas of their interest, outside the department, like entrepreneurship, computer science, etc. by completing 12 credits in their area of interest.
Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://ee.iith.ac.in/
Engineering Physics
Physics has been central to technological development as it can be seen from day to day life. A lot of developments took place in the past few decades which promise to change the face of technology in the coming years. But to understand and appreciate these developments and to translate these to technology, it is very essential to grasp the fundamental principles of Physics. The Engineering Physics course at IIT Hyderabad aims to provide students basic understanding in Physics in terms of offering various basic level courses coupled with hands-on training. In addition, the curriculum also contains Engineering courses, across departments which provide the bridge between engineering and technology. Moreover, the liberal art and creative art courses inculcate the capability in the students to express the ideas more effectively to the community. The curriculum is designed to provide students the depth needed to understand the advanced level physics courses followed by various courses such as, quantum mechanics, mathematical physics, statistical mechanics, condensed matter physics, particle physics, computational methods, laser technology, accelerator physics and photonics etc. In addition to these, advanced level courses on various research fields are offered. The Engineering Physics course is a real concoction of fundamental Physics and applied sciences and technology courses, which can ignite young minds to be driven towards creativity and innovation for new age technologies.
The Engineering Physics program prepares students to face all kinds of challenging careers in industry, advanced study in engineering, science, and technology and in academia.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physics/ neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://physics.iith.ac.in/programs/btech.html
Engineering Science
Engineering Science is a unique interdisciplinary B.Tech program started at IIT Hyderabad for the first time in 2012. It focuses on the ‘T-EDUCATION’ model where the horizontal line in T corresponds to breadth while the vertical line corresponds to the depth. The curriculum is designed such that for the first two years of this program students take courses from different departments such as Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, Civil, Material Science, Math, Physics and Chemistry. Later, eligible students will be given the option to select their core branch in the third year as per their preference and continue to specialize in them. The core options could be either Sciences or Engineering stream as it is left to the student choice. This ‘T’ based model gives a holistic perspective in engineering education. It is believed that the graduates from this program will excel in any organization because of their strong multidisciplinary background. However, if a student wishes he/she can continue in ES for four years. All the faculties in Engineering Science Program are adjunct faculties drawn from various branches. 10% of the existing batch will be permitted to enter in one particular specialization after completion of second year. However, there will be no cap on number of students continuing with four-year ES program.
Department Website: https://es.iith.ac.in/
Industrial Chemistry
The chemical industry of India is a major contributor to the Indian economy, contributing 7% of the country's GDP. The market size for the production of agrochemicals, fertilizers, and petrochemical sectors in India currently stands at US$178 billion and is expected to grow to US$400 billion by 2030. These fast-growing chemical/petrochemical industries have an excessive demand for dedicated chemists/engineers with expertise in industrial skills to work on novel research and technological developments. The expertise to work in Industrial Chemistry has to transcend beyond the realm of a Chemistry Lab and focus on an application-oriented practical approach with sound knowledge of both engineering and fundamental Chemistry. Department of Chemistry has designed a unique 4-year B. Tech Program in Industrial Chemistry with particular emphasis on producing the finest graduate students with adequate knowledge of Chemistry and Technology to work in various chemical industries, such as pharma and drug design, polymer industry, green hydrogen, batteries, petrochemical industries, AI/ML in chemistry, and several industries in energy science.
The BTech program in Industrial Chemistry aims to promote academic excellence in solving Industrial Chemistry problems and provide the stimulus to students to excel in higher education, research, innovation, and entrepreneurship in academia and industry. This BTech program offered by the Chemistry Department at IITH is a perfect blend of advanced experimental/computational research, industry exposure, and co-curricular activities, offering vibrant experiences to budding engineers for various chemical industries. This program is expected to bridge the gap between Chemistry and Industry; this would be accomplished through training in current topics like green chemistry, materials for energy and environment, drug design and development, biochemistry, nanochemistry, machine learning, and computer simulations in Chemistry. Such an all-around training in basic and applied chemistry will also enable them to handle any challenging, real-world chemistry-oriented problems.
Department Website: https://chemistry.iith.ac.in/UG_prog.html
Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering
Materials Science and Metallurgical Engineering (MSME) is an interdisciplinary field at the confluence of science and engineering. It focuses on the discovery, design, synthesis, characterization, and performance evaluation of materials for a wide range of applications—an approach encapsulated by the materials paradigm.
As a rapidly evolving and expanding discipline, MSME constantly updates its curriculum to incorporate the latest advances in both fundamental research and technological innovation. At IIT Hyderabad, the department offers a dynamic blend of teaching and research encompassing structural, functional, and computational domains of materials science and engineering.
The B.Tech. program in MSME equips students with a rigorous grounding in core concepts while nurturing a strong awareness of emerging multidisciplinary frontiers.
The curriculum at IITH stands out for its emphasis on both depth and flexibility with:
• a broad set of department electives that introduces students to trending and high-impact areas in materials science and metallurgical engineering
• a wide range of free electives that enable cross-disciplinary learning and specialization across departments
• project-based coursework and guided research, wherein students gain hands-on exposure to cutting-edge scientific tools and advanced facilities.
Graduates of the program are well-prepared for research, industry, and higher education, with a well-rounded perspective and technical agility. The department is committed to fostering an inclusive and intellectually stimulating environment that supports the holistic development of every student.
Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://msme.iith.ac.in/index.html
Mathematics and Computing
The curriculum has been uniquely designed to cultivate future scientists and industry professionals through a carefully structured three-stage learning experience.
In the first stage, students build a broad interdisciplinary foundation by taking introductory courses in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Life Sciences, and Bioengineering. The program also introduces students to programming and essential skill-development courses, including English communication, liberal arts, and creative arts electives, thereby fostering both technical competence and holistic development.
The second stage focuses on nurturing students into versatile and multi-skilled individuals equipped for both academia and industry. Spanning the third to fifth semesters, this phase offers core foundational courses covering the theoretical and applied aspects of Mathematics, Statistics, and Computing, jointly delivered by the Departments of Mathematics, Computer Science and Engineering, and Electrical Engineering. The carefully balanced combination of theory, applications, and computational training empowers students to identify and pursue the career path best aligned with their aspirations.
The third stage is centred on exploration and specialisation. Beginning in the sixth semester, students begin shaping the career direction they envisioned in earlier stages of the program. This phase offers significant academic flexibility, with 38 out of 46 credits in the sixth to eighth semesters being elective courses. Students may also choose up to 12 credits of free electives from any department within the institute, thereby broadening their academic horizons. In addition, the program offers opportunities for semester-long industry projects during the sixth semester, as well as credited research projects spanning two semesters for up to 6 credits.
Upon successful completion of the Mathematics and Computing program, graduates will be well prepared to pursue careers as scientists, researchers, or industry professionals. The program also provides a strong foundation for higher studies in Mathematics and related disciplines at leading universities worldwide.
Gender based and/or handicap (physical/neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://math.iith.ac.in/
Mechanical Engineering
Mechanical Engineering is the broadest and most versatile of engineering disciplines and is concerned with designing, developing, manufacturing and controlling systems for human use that have moving parts as well as developing and delivering the energy needed for them to operate effectively. Founded on classical subjects like Mechanics of Solids and Fluids, Dynamics, Thermodynamics, Heat Transfer, Manufacturing and Design, the field gives entry into the design, analysis and manufacturing of automobiles, aircrafts, rockets, ships, thermal power-plants, robots and inter- disciplinary areas like aerospace and defence, energy and environment, earth and planetary sciences, nuclear energy, biomechanics, renewables and alternate energy. The Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering Department at IITH is one of the largest departments having 39 faculty members specializing in diverse fields of Additive Manufacturing, Drone Design, Smart Robotics and Automation, Alternative energy and Fuels, Nanomaterials and Nanoscale Systems among others.
The B Tech program in Mechanical Engineering at IIT Hyderabad is designed to provide students with state-of-the-art and industry relevant training in Mechanical Engineering to cater to the dynamic needs of modern industry as well as prepare them for higher studies in India and abroad. The B Tech curriculum has been extensively revamped to reflect the industry trends of digital integration, IoT, ML integration in design and operations, smart manufacturing and Industry 4.0. The updated curriculum emphasizes hands-on labs, interdisciplinary skill development and systems thinking to prepare the students through all the stages of the mechanical product design process. Students can also choose Minors in Robotics or Aerospace Engineering as Departmental specializations to further enhance their skill set. Incoming students also have the option to join research groups led by faculty and engage in B Tech research in some of the advanced areas of Mechanical Engineering.
Gender-based and/or handicap (physics/ neurological)-based restrictions: None
Department Website: https://msme.iith.ac.in/index.html
Financial Assistance
Financial Assistance (As per the Government of India norms):
The students can avail tuition fee remission as detailed below, subject to the submission of required documents.
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The SC/ ST/ PH students shall get a complete tuition fee waiver.
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The most economically backward students (whose family income is less than Rs. 1 lakh per annum) shall get full remission of the tuition fee.
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The other economically backward students (whose family income is between Rs. 1 lakh to Rs. 5 lakhs per annum) shall get remission of 2/3rd of the tuition fee.
Financial Assistance (Provided by Institute):
Eligible students can avail themselves of the institute scholarship, as per the institute guidelines.
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Students belonging to GEN / GEN-EWS / OBC category, a pocket Money of Rs.1,000 per month will be awarded.
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Students belonging to SC / ST category, a Pocket Money of Rs.250 per month and are eligible for refund of License Fee and Dining Charges at actuals and as per the eligibility.