Established in 1959, the Indian Institute of Technology Madras (IIT Madras) is a premier public technical and research university located in Chennai, Tamil Nadu. As the third IIT established by the Government of India, it has consistently upheld a tradition of academic excellence and innovation. Academic Programs IIT Madras offers a diverse array of over 100 programs across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels, encompassing fields such as Engineering, Science, Humanities, and Management. Notably, the institute introduced India's first online Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in Data Science and Applications in 2020, providing flexible exit options in line with the National Education Policy. This 142-credit program is structured across three levels: Foundation, Diploma, and Degree. In March 2023, IIT Madras launched a four-year B.S. degree in Electronic Systems, aiming to meet the growing demand for skilled professionals in the electronics and embedded systems sectors. This program also offers flexible exit options and is designed to align with industry requirements. Admission Process Admission to IIT Madras is highly competitive and based on national-level entrance examinations. For undergraduate programs, candidates must qualify for the Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced) after clearing JEE Main. Postgraduate admissions vary by program—M.Tech applicants must take the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE), while MBA aspirants apply through the Common Admission Test (CAT). Admissions to M.Sc. programs are conducted via the Joint Admission Test for Masters (IIT JAM), and Ph.D. candidates undergo a written test and interview. The selection process ensures that only the most talented and driven students join IIT Madras.Learn more about IIT Madras here. Rankings and Recognition IIT Madras has consistently achieved top positions in national and international rankings. In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2024, it secured the first position in both the 'Engineering' and 'Overall' categories. Internationally, the institute was ranked 227th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, reflecting its commitment to academic and research excellence. Placement Records The institute boasts a robust placement record, with a significant percentage of students securing employment across various sectors. In the 2022-23 academic year, for four-year undergraduate programs, 496 out of 639 graduates were placed, with a median salary of ₹16.36 lakhs. For five-year undergraduate programs, 325 out of 385 graduates secured placements, with a median salary of ₹17 lakhs. Two-year postgraduate programs saw 578 out of 688 students placed, with a median salary of ₹15 lakhs. IIT Madras continues to be a beacon of higher education in India, fostering innovation, research, and academic excellence across diverse disciplines.Also read| IIT Madras collaborates with Roche Diagnostics
