IIIT Hyderabad GATE Cutoff 2026: M.Tech Admissions, Key Dates & Fee Structure

The IIIT Hyderabad GATE Cutoff 2026 is the minimum score required for M.Tech admissions at the International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad, though official branch-wise cutoffs are yet to be released. While specific GATE cutoffs for IIIT Hyderabad are still awaited post-CCMT counselling, expected ranges for programs like M.Tech in Product Design and Manufacturing (PDM) are between 400-600, a range comparable to some M.Tech programs at IIIT Delhi which are also projected to be within 400-600. The institute also conducts its own Post Graduate Entrance Examination (PGEE) for M.Tech admissions, with its 2026 results and seat allocations already announced. The 2026 GATE cutoff for IIIT Hyderabad will be updated post-release.

GATE 2026 Notification, Application & Exam Date Schedule

Below is the schedule for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) 2026, outlining key dates for notification, application, examination, and results.

Event Date
Application Start August 25, 2025
Application Close (without late fee) October 6, 2025
Admit Card Release January 13, 2026
Exam Date February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
Result Announcement March 19, 2026

IIIT Hyderabad M.Tech Admissions 2026: PGEE Schedule & Key Dates

The International Institute of Information Technology, Hyderabad (IIIT Hyderabad) conducts its own Post Graduate Entrance Examination (PGEE) for M.Tech admissions, with the following key dates for 2026.

Event Date
Application Form Availability February 20, 2026
Final Date to Submit Application Form April 5, 2026
Admit Card Release April 21, 2026
Entrance Exam May 2, 2026
M.Tech Entrance Exam Results & Round-1 Seat Allocation May 9, 2026
M.Tech Round-2 Results May 15, 2026
M.Tech Round-3 Results May 20, 2026
Interviews (for shortlisted candidates) June 4-6, 2026

IIIT Hyderabad M.Tech Program Fees 2026-27

Here are the approximate fee details for M.Tech programs at IIIT Hyderabad for the academic year 2026-27.

Fee Type Amount
Tuition Fee (Academic Year 2026-27) ₹5,00,000/-
Hostel and Mess Fees (per semester, approx.) ₹50,000/-
Initial Admission Fee (Non-refundable) ₹10,000/-
First Semester Tuition Fee ₹2,50,000/-

FAQs

Q. When will the IIIT Hyderabad GATE cutoff 2026 be released?

The official IIIT Hyderabad GATE cutoff for 2026 is expected to be released after the CCMT 2026 counselling process.

Q. Does IIIT Hyderabad accept GATE scores for M.Tech admissions?

Yes, IIIT Hyderabad accepts GATE scores for admission to some of its M.Tech programs, in addition to conducting its own Post Graduate Entrance Examination (PGEE).

Q. What is the expected GATE cutoff for CSE at IIIT Hyderabad for 2026?

For Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) at IIIT Hyderabad, the expected GATE cutoff for 2026 is around 780+ for the General category.

Q. What is the IIIT Hyderabad PGEE, and how does it relate to M.Tech admissions?

The IIIT Hyderabad PGEE (Post Graduate Entrance Examination) is an entrance exam conducted by IIIT Hyderabad for admission to its M.Tech, MS by Research, and PhD programs. It is an alternative admission channel to GATE for M.Tech.

Q. What are the M.Tech tuition fees at IIIT Hyderabad for 2026-27?

The tuition fee for M.Tech programs at IIIT Hyderabad for the academic year 2026-27 is ₹5,00,000/-, with additional hostel and mess fees of approximately ₹50,000/- per semester.

Q. Are there M.Tech admission opportunities at IIIT Hyderabad without a GATE score?

Yes, IIIT Hyderabad offers M.Tech admission opportunities through its own Post Graduate Entrance Examination (PGEE), which does not require a GATE score.

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