Joint Seat Allocation Authority 2024

IIT Roorkee is one of the leading Institutes of National Importance in higher technological & engineering and in basic & applied research. Since its establishment, the Institute has played a vital role in providing the technical manpower and know-how to the country. It has also been at the forefront of cutting-edge research in Science, Technology, Architecture, Management and Humanities & Social Sciences. The institute ranks amongst the best technological institutions in the world and has contributed to all sectors of technological development. It has also been considered a trendsetter in the area of education and research in these fields.

The institute has completed more than 176 years of glorious existence. It was converted into the Indian Institute of Technology of the country on September 21, 2001.

The institute offers Bachelor's Degree courses in 12 disciplines of Engineering and Architecture, and 6 Integrated Masters programmes in engineering and sciences and 4 BS-MS 5-year (4+1) dual degree programmes in Sciences and Economics apart from 55 Postgraduate courses in various disciplines of Engineering, Applied Science, Architecture and Planning, Design, Management and Humanities & Social Sciences. The institute offers doctoral degrees in all Departments, Centres, and School(s). The institute also offers under graduate courses in Artificial Intelligence and Data Sciences under the Mehta Family School of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence.

Academic Information

The institute offers Undergraduate, Postgraduate and Ph.D. programs across various departments, centres and school. The undergraduate programs include

1.    Bachelor of Architecture (B. Arch.)

2.    B.Tech. (B. Tech.)

3.    Integrated M.Tech. (IMT)

4.    Five year BS-MS.

5.    Bachelor of Design (B.Des.) through UCEED.

Five year BS-MS programme is with an exit option after four years with a BS degree.

The program is available in four disciplines:

  I.        BS-MS (Mathematics and Computing) offered by the Department of Mathematics.

  II.        BS-MS (Physics) offered by the Department of Physics.

  III.        BS-MS (Chemical Sciences) offered by the Department of Chemistry.

  IV.        BS-MS (Economics) offered by the Department of Humanities & Social Sciences.

KEY FEATURES OF NEW UG CURRICULUM:

New UG Curriculum

The institute has revamped its Undergraduate curriculum w.e.f. session 2023-24 with the aim to make students future-ready with their global aspirations.

The institute introduces innovative concepts that make its curriculum our nation’s pride such as courses on Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Data Science, Indian Knowledge System (IKS), Tinkering and Mentoring, Talent Enhancement Basket (TEB), Entrepreneurship, Environmental Science and Sustainability Course (ESSC), Community Outreach (CORE), Soft Skills, Theme bases Minor Specialization, Design thinking-based project and many more.

The curriculum has been exclusively framed while keeping the NEP 2020 as a reference with the purpose of reducing the lag between education and global industrial demands.

The students will also have the opportunity to study selected courses from selected globally reputed universities while being in IIT Roorkee.

Theme Based Minor Specialization Courses

A student desirous of excelling in some specialization other than her/his own department may earn required credits by completing the specified courses in the specialization area in another department. These students are given Degree in his/her parent engineering area with Minor Specialization in another area. For example, an Engineering Physics student can earn a Minor Specialization in Electronics and Communication, and/or a Production and Industrial Engineering student can earn a Minor Specialization in Economics.

Semester Exchange and B. Tech. Project/Internship/Entrepreneurship Outside IIT Roorkee

There are provisions for the UG students to go to some selected Universities/Institutions under Semester Exchange Program and/or to carry out their B. Tech. projects/internship/entrepreneurship outside lIT Roorkee.

For more details on academic information and programs, please visit:

https://acad.iitr.ac.in/Varsity/UGProgrammes.html

https://iitr.ac.in/Academics/Home.html

ACADEMIC CALENDAR & IMPORTANT DATES:

The Institute follows an academic calendar for its functionality. The calendar is available at: https://iitr.ac.in/Academics/static/Calendar/Autumn%20Semester%202024-2025/Academic_Calendar_-_Autumn_Semester_2024-25.pdf

Few Important Dates:

PROVISION FOR HIGHER STUDIES:

Switchover to M.Tech. & IDD programmes

Students who joined for a B. Tech. program can also opt to switch over:

     I.        M.Tech. programmes whose eligibility criteria are satisfied by the M.Tech. branch. The conversion would require a minimum CGPA of 7.5 at the end of 3rd year and the consent of the DAPCs of the concerned Departments.

    II.        On successful completion of the programme, the students will get corresponding B.Tech. and M.Tech. degrees under the Integrated Dual Degree (IDD) Programmes.

Admission to Ph.D. programme

The candidates who fulfil the following eligibility criteria can also apply for Ph.D. programme:

     I.        Bachelors or Masters from IITs with a CGPA 8.0 and above on 10 point scale are exempted from the requirement of GATE / GPAT / JRF /NET.

B. Tech. / B. Arch. / B. Pharm degree or equivalent from Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTIs) with a GATE / GPAT/NET score (marks) and a minimum CGPA of 7.0 on a 10 point scale or 70% marks, irrespective of the category.

The institute provides an opportunity for branch change to students who are admitted through JEE (Advanced) except those admitted to B.Arch. & B.Des. Programme at the end of the Autumn Semester (First Semester) of the first year provided that the students satisfy the required criteria.

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Endowed with a multifaceted role, the faculty members of the IIT Roorkee diligently engage in teaching, cutting-edge research, technology development, dissemination, and industrial collaboration. Our faculty strength comprises approximately 536 distinguished members across diverse fields including Science, Technology, Architecture, Management, Design, Humanities & Social Sciences etc., and are the cornerstone of our academic ecosystem. With the contribution of its faculty, students, and employees, the IITR stands as a beacon of learning, research, and societal impact.

At IIT Roorkee, faculty members extend their expertise beyond our campus by actively mentoring faculty from engineering/technology institutes nationwide through initiatives like the Quality Improvement Programme. Additionally, our institution hosts numerous short-term training programmes aimed at enhancing the skills and knowledge of in-service engineers and educators.

Distinguished by our multidisciplinary Departments, Centres, and School, IITR fosters an environment conducive to collaborative research across the spectrum of pure and applied sciences, engineering, technology, and design. Our faculty's engagement with industry partners through sponsored research and consultancy projects underscores our commitment to addressing national and global challenges.

The selection process for our faculty is rigorous, ensuring that only the most qualified individuals are entrusted with the responsibility of nurturing the next generation of leaders. Candidates undergo meticulous screening and interview processes, including research presentations, conducted by eminent experts and institutional authorities.

As the premier engineering college in India and among the pioneers globally, IIT Roorkee takes pride in its rich heritage and values. Our faculty members maintain close interactions with students, fostering not just academic prowess but also instilling moral values, shaping them into responsible citizens.

We invite you to explore the academic opportunities and vibrant community at IIT Roorkee, where tradition, excellence, and innovation converge to create a transformative educational experience.

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Our homes away from home provide a comfortable abode to our students. More importantly, these have spawned the cultures that make the campus an unforgettable experience. It's here that midnight cricket tournaments, community computer warfare, and so many other things find expression.

All hostels have been equipped with full Wi-Fi connectivity and LAN access, ensuring that students have seamless internet coverage within their living spaces.

For more information, follow the link given below.

         https://www.iitr.ac.in/dosw/pages/Hostel-Management.html

List of Hostel Accommodations at the Institute

 Institute Clubs, Sports, Groups, Cultural Council, Technical Societies, and Facilities

For more information, follow the link: https://www.iitr.ac.in/dosw/

Wellness Centre:

The institute has one wellness centre that is an open, receptive, and safe forum to share any problems of students.

Details are available at:     https://wellness.iitr.ac.in/

AWARDS AND SCHOLARSHIPS:

The Institute has a single window system for all scholarships/awards/prizes and related matters by creating the office of Chairperson, Senate Committee for Scholarships and Prizes (SCSP). SCSP office also provides necessary support to facilitate drawing scholarships from external sources (corporate houses/ Trusts/ employers of parents etc.).

SCHOLARSHIPS:

Currently, the following financial assistance/ scholarships are available to the students of IIT Roorkee.

1)    James Thomason (JT) Scholarship: All UG students, admitted to IIT Roorkee with All India Rank (AIR) in JEE (Advanced) up to 250, are eligible for JT scholarship. Under this scholarship, a UG student will get ₹ 2,50,000/- per year. JT scholarship is awarded for the entire duration of the programme provided the student obtains a CGPA of 8.0 or above at the end of every academic year.

2)    Tuition Fee Waiver: All UG students of General OR General (EWS) OR OBC category are eligible for a tuition fee waiver. Under this scheme, students having a family income less than ₹ 1 Lakh per annum will get a full tuition fee waiver, while students having a family income between ₹ 1 Lakh to ₹ 5 Lakh per annum will get 2/3rd tuition fee waiver. This scheme is available only for the normal duration of the programme. For dual degree programmes, it is available only up to the 4th year.

3)    Merit cum Means (MCM) Scholarship: All UG students of General OR General (EWS) OR OBC category having a family income up to ₹ 5 Lakh per annum are eligible for MCM scholarship. Under this scholarship, a UG student will get a minimum ₹10,000 per year along with a refund of the remaining tuition fee. An M.Sc. student will get a minimum ₹10,000 per year. It is available only for the normal duration of the programme. For dual degree programmes, it is available only up to the 4th year. Further, it is awarded up to 25% of the actual strength of the class. For the fresh students, All India Rank in JEE (Advanced) or JAM will be considered. In subsequent years, their academic performance in the preceding academic year will be considered.

4)    Tuition Fee waiver and Free Messing: All SC/ST/PH students get complete tuition fee waiver. The UG students of SC OR ST category having their family income up to ₹ 5 Lakh per annum are eligible for free messing (only basic menu) and a pocket allowance of ₹ 250/- per month. Such students are also exempted from payment of Hostel Room Rent. In case a student does not seek free messing, he/she gets a pocket allowance of ₹ 1,000/- per month.

5)    DST-INSPIRE Scholarship: A student taking admission in the 5-year Integrated M.Sc. or BS-MS programme can get INSPIRE Scholarship of ₹ 60,000/- per year, provided s/he satisfies the criteria decided by DST. Under this scholarship, awardees are also reimbursed expenses up to ₹ 20,000/- for doing projects in Indian/ foreign institutes which covers the cost of travel and other related expenses.

6)    Institute Fellowship for 5th Year students of IDD Programs: A student registered for the 5-year of the IDD programme who has cleared all the course work requirements up to the fourth year of the program and (i) has a CGPA not less than 8.0 without GATE, or (ii) has qualified GATE with at least 5.0 CGPA, is offered a scholarship of ₹ 8,000/- per month.

Other scholarships are instituted by donations from individuals, trusts, organizations, PSUs, State Governments and Central Government with a view to provide financial assistance to needy and meritorious students. Announcements of the eligibility and scholarship/assistantship amount, mode of selection, etc. are made time to time.

AWARDS:

The Institute has a large number of awards including medals/cash prizes for excellence in academics, social service, co-curricular activities, and sports. Some of these medals/ prizes are awarded during the annual convocation of the institute.

Some of the notable medals/prizes for graduating students are as follows:

1.      President Gold Medal

Awarded for securing the highest CGPA amongst the B.Tech. / B.Arch. / IDD / Int. M.Sc. / Int. M.Tech. graduating students admitted though JEE (Advanced).

2.      Institute Silver Medal

Awarded for securing the second highest CGPA amongst the B.Tech. / B.Arch. / IDD / Int. M.Sc. / Int. M.Tech. graduating students admitted though JEE (Advanced).

3.      Institute Bronze Medal

Awarded for securing the third highest CGPA amongst the B.Tech. / B.Arch. / IDD / Int. M.Sc. / Int. M.Tech. graduating students admitted though JEE (Advanced).

4.      Director Gold Medal

Awarded for showing the best all-round performance amongst the B.Tech. / B.Arch. / IDD / Int. M.Sc. / Int. M.Tech. graduating students admitted through JEE (Advanced).

5.      Department Gold Medal

Awarded for securing the highest CGPA in each UG programme offered by the department.

6.      Best Project Award

Awarded for the best project in each UG programme offered by the department.

7.      The President of India Dr. Shankar Dayal Sharma Gold Medal

Awarded for excellent contributions in the area of academic and social service amongst the graduating students.

8.      A.K. Goel Green Energy Prize and Gold Medal

Awarded for significant contribution by the graduating students towards green/renewable energy sector. This award carries a cash prize of ₹ 1 Lakh along with a Gold Medal and citation to one deserving student every year.

9.      Professional Development and Innovation Awards

Awarded for professional excellence and innovation amongst technology/architecture students of IIT Roorkee. This award carries the cash prizes of ₹ 1,00,000/- every year.

10.   Hari Krishna Mittal Leadership Award

Awarded for significant contributions by the graduating students towards enhancing the entrepreneurship culture at IIT Roorkee. This award carries a cash prize of ₹ 30,000/- to one deserving student every year.

Other awards, available to UG students during their stay at the campus, are as follows:

1.    Encore Awards: Total cash prize of ₹ 2,80,000/- on the basis of scholastic performance, cultural, literary accomplishments, sporting proficiency and leadership qualities.

2.    Nayyar Award for Excellence in Communication: Total cash prize of ₹ 1 Lakh for excellence in communication.

3.    Manoj Jain Award of Excellence in Human Values:  Total cash prize of ₹ 50,000/- for excellence in human values.

4.    Prabha Nayyar Award for Excellence in Time Management: Total cash prize of ₹ 50,000/- for excellence in time management.

5.    Harsh Wardhan Bhatnagar Award for Excellence in Leadership: Total cash prize of ₹ 50,000/- for active contribution at Bhawan, Department/Centre or Institute level.

The Placement and Internship activities continue to grow under the guidance of Professor-in-Charge, Placement and Internship, IIT Roorkee. A student placement team, along with the Placement Cell and Placement Advisory Council (consisting of student representatives from the final year academic programs and the faculty in charge from each academic departments/centers), work around the year to look after the smooth execution of the activities. Under the Campus Recruitment Campaign, companies from all sectors (i.e. Core, IT, FMCG, Oil/Energy, Government, Academics, R&D and Financial etc. and others related to all the streams) are invited for the internships and placement recruitment. The remarkable progress in the placement records over the years is evident in the data and rankings. Every year, there is an increase in the number of companies visiting the campus. Approximately 450 new companies have been added in the last four years. During the academic year 2023-24, a total of 1100 job offers from 244 recruiting organizations for Placements and 520 Internship offers from 110 organizations have been received.

The alumni of IIT Roorkee (erstwhile University of Roorkee) have contributed immensely to the growth and development of our nation ranging from Infrastructure development to Service sector. Our alumni have occupied very important positions in India and abroad, in the fields of administration, academia, research and engineering services. Many have excelled in entrepreneurship in corporate sectors. Industry-academia interaction with the collaboration of our faculty members, current students and alumni has augmented in taking our labs to the corporate houses and governance. There are thousands of alumni spread all over the world and we constantly strive to nurture and sustain the relationship with them.

The highly enriched alumni of IITR are a link between the past and the present which paves the way for the future. Their feedback and inputs are considered seriously by the faculty members of the institute while deciding the research focus on the needs of the country and innovations. They keep contributing for the development of the institute and IIT Roorkee cherishes the warm bond with its alumni. Besides monetary contributions, the alumni have contributed immensely towards enriching the academic resources of the Institute.

Location:

The Institute is situated on the National Highways 58 and 73 and is on Amritsar-Howrah main rail route. It is 170 kilometres from Delhi, 29 kilometres from Haridwar and 75 kilometres from Dehradun.

By Road:

Traveling from Delhi, the highway NH-58, Roorkee is located towards north approximately 170 kilometres. The city of Haridwar is located further on the same highway about 29 kilometres from Roorkee.

By Air:

The nearest airport to Roorkee is the Dehradun airport at Jolly Grant which has air services from New Delhi. But the most preferable airport from Roorkee is the Indira Gandhi International Airport at new Delhi which is about 180 kilometres away.

By Train:

Roorkee is well connected to Delhi by rail and road. Some trains which are convenient for travelling between Delhi and Roorkee are Vande Bharat, Shatabdi Express and Jan Shatabdi Express. Other important trains touch Roorkee are:

Indore – Dehradun Express

Ujjain – Dehradun Express

Bombay – Dehradun Express

CLIMATE:

The climate of Roorkee is generally warm and temperate. During the summers, the maximum temperature soars up to 40-43 ˚C while during the winters, it sometimes falls as low as 1 ˚C.  Mostly the winters are very chilly.