The Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati (IITG) is a public engineering and research institution located in Guwahati, Assam, India. Established in 1994, it is the sixth Indian Institute of Technology established in India. IITG offers a range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, science, humanities, social sciences, and management. The Institute is known for its high academic standards and has consistently been ranked among the top engineering institutions in India. IITG has an acceptance rate of 15.3%, making it one of the most competitive engineering institutions in the country.
IITG offers several scholarships and financial assistance programs to its students. These include the Post-Matric Scholarship, Merit-cum-Means Scholarship, and the National Overseas Scholarship. The Institute also provides accommodation facilities to its students.
To apply to IITG, applicants must have passed the Joint Entrance Exam (JEE) and meet the minimum eligibility criteria. The cost of application is Rs. 1000 for general category students and Rs. 500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
IITG consists of sixteen departments and several centers and schools. Its faculties include eminent scientists and researchers from across the world. The Institute also provides a platform for international students to pursue their studies.
IITG has an annual tuition fee of Rs. 1,40,000 for undergraduate programs and Rs. 1,50,000 for postgraduate programs. In addition to tuition fees, students also need to pay an examination fee, library fee, and other fees.
IITG is committed to providing quality education and creating a conducive environment for learning. The Institute has a strong research focus and its faculty members are actively engaged in research activities. The Institute also provides a range of extracurricular activities for its students.