The Indian Institute of Information Technology (IIIT) Dharwad will admit B.Tech students for 2026 through JoSAA and CSAB counselling, using JEE Main 2026 scores. The institute does not conduct a separate application process. Eligible candidates must register on the JoSAA portal, fill choices for IIIT Dharwad programs, and participate in counselling rounds, including seat allotment and acceptance.
IIIT Dharwad Admission Process 2026
- Appear for JEE Main 2026: Secure a valid All India Rank (AIR).
- Register for JoSAA Counselling: Complete registration once the schedule is announced.
- Choice Filling & Locking: Select IIIT Dharwad and preferred B.Tech branches.
- Seat Allotment Rounds: Participate in multiple rounds; seats allotted based on rank, category, and availability.
- Seat Acceptance & Reporting: Confirm seat, pay fee, and report online or at the allotted centre.
- CSAB Special Rounds (if applicable): Register if seats remain vacant after JoSAA rounds.
Candidates should regularly check JoSAA and CSAB websites for updates on deadlines and counselling notifications.
IIIT Dharwad Eligibility Criteria 2026
- Cleared JEE Main 2026 with a valid rank.
- Passed Class 12 (2024/2025) with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or Technical Vocational subject.
- Minimum 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST) or top 20 percentile in board exams.
IIIT Dharwad B.Tech Courses
- Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
- Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
- Data Science and Artificial Intelligence (DSAI)
IIIT Dharwad Seat Matrix 2026
The detailed seat matrix will be released soon. Seats are distributed across gender-neutral and female-only categories for all programs.
IIIT Dharwad Fee Structure 2026
- Total B.Tech Fees: ~INR 13.69 lakhs for 4 years
- Tuition Fee: ~INR 13.39 lakhs
- Hostel Fee: INR 52,000/year
- CSE First-Year Fees: Approx. INR 3.65 lakhs (Tuition: 3.35L, Admission: 10,000, Misc: 20,000, Hostel: 52,000)
JEE Main Cutoff 2026
Cutoffs will be released via JoSAA counselling. Category-wise and gender-wise opening and closing ranks will determine seat allocation.
Previous Year (2025) Cutoffs Highlights
Other categories such as OBC-NCL, SC, ST, EWS, PwD have separate opening and closing ranks, including female-only seats.
IIIT Dharwad vs IIIT Nagpur
IIIT Dharwad Campus Life
IIIT Dharwad offers a balanced campus environment with modern labs, library, gym, hostels, sports facilities, and a canteen. Students benefit from a mix of academic and extracurricular activities, fostering holistic development. Candidates seeking B.Tech admission 2026 are advised to follow official portals for seat matrix, counselling updates, and fee details to ensure timely participation in JoSAA/CSAB processes.