Iit Jodhpur Admission: Notifications, Dates, Eligibility & Top Colleges

Latest Updates

  • 31 Jul 2026 — CEED 2026 results out; students can download scorecard until Jul 31, 2026. (Official notice)
  • 20 Jun 2026 — Last date to apply for PhD in Economics (2nd round), AY 2026-27, Semester I. (Official notice)
  • 15 Jun 2026 — Last date to apply for PhD in Energy and Automotive Engineering (2nd round). (Official notice)
  • 25 May 2026 — IIT JAM first admission list for MSc programs to be released. (Official notice)
  • 24 May 2026 — IIT Jodhpur M.Des admission studio test and interview from May 24-26, 2026. (Official notice)
  • 11 May 2026 — GATE COAP Seat Allotment result for Round 1 to be announced. (Official notice)
  • 04 May 2026 — Last date to pay JEE Advanced 2026 registration fee. (Official notice)
  • 20 Apr 2026 — Tentative last date for first PhD admission cut-off for Semester I (July). (Official notice)

IIT Jodhpur, ranked 28th in NIRF 2025 for Engineering, attracts thousands of top aspirants annually across its diverse programs. For the 2026 academic year, the institute has released several key admission updates and notifications for UG, PG, and PhD courses.

Date Notification Official Link
Ongoing IIT Jodhpur has opened admissions for UG, PG, and PhD programs for the 2026 academic year. iitj.ac.in/admission
Ongoing MBA 2026-28 Admissions are currently open, with the application deadline extended. iitj.ac.in/MBA
Ongoing IIT Jodhpur reserves the right to modify MBA shortlisting and selection criteria at any time. iitj.ac.in/MBA
Ongoing PhD admissions are on a rolling basis, with two main application cycles in April and October annually. iitj.ac.in/PhD
April 20, 2026 Last date reminder for PhD application form submission for Semester I (July 2026 session). iitj.ac.in/PhD
May 28-29, 2026 Written Test and Interview for Master’s and PhD programs will be held at AIIMS Jodhpur. iitj.ac.in/admission
Ongoing IIT Jodhpur implements a policy to help more female students secure admission in competitive branches. iitj.ac.in/admission
Ongoing The admission process emphasizes competitive national ranks over raw scores for selection. iitj.ac.in/admission
Ongoing Candidates must select IIT Jodhpur as a preferred college during JoSAA counselling registration. JoSAA.nic.in
Ongoing No direct admissions are offered; all admissions are strictly through entrance exams and counselling. iitj.ac.in/admission
Ongoing For M.Tech programs, requests for changes in Admission Category will not be entertained at any stage. iitj.ac.in/MTech
Ongoing Candidates selected for multiple M.Tech programs must pay full admission fees for their chosen program. iitj.ac.in/MTech
Ongoing The list of provisionally shortlisted, selected, and waitlisted PG candidates is available on departmental webpages. iitj.ac.in/pg
Ongoing An advertisement for admission to the Executive M.Tech. Artificial Intelligence Program for Working Professionals has been released. iitj.ac.in/executive-MTech-AI
Ongoing A rolling advertisement for Ph.D. And M.Tech.-Ph.D. Dual Degree Program admissions is available. iitj.ac.in/PhD
January 13, 2026 Online application submission for Summer Internship/Final Placement (SME) begins. iitj.ac.in/placements
March 10, 2026 (Tentative) Interview schedule for Summer Internship/Final Placement (SME) tentatively starts. iitj.ac.in/placements
July 31, 2026 CEED 2026 scorecards for M.Des program can be downloaded until this date. CEED.iitb.ac.in
Ongoing JEE Advanced 2026 results and final answer key have been released. jeeadv.ac.in
Ongoing M.Des program results for 2026 have been released. iitj.ac.in/MDes
Ongoing Online application link for Indian candidates for M.Tech. Programs is active. erponline.iitj.ac.in/Admission/index?admiss_ch=47
Ongoing PhD application fee is ₹300 for General/EWS/OBC and ₹150 for SC/ST/PD applicants. iitj.ac.in/PhD

Staying informed about these notifications is for candidates to the competitive admission process effectively. IIT Jodhpur’s admission process for UG, PG, and PhD programs in 2026 involves multiple national-level entrance exams. Key dates for JEE Advanced, GATE, CAT, IIT JAM, and CEED are for prospective students to track.

Event Date Official Link
CAT 2025 Application Start (for MBA 2026-28) October 15, 2025 iimcat.ac.in
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Registration Start October 31, 2025 NTA.ac.in
GATE 2026 Applications Start August 2025 (for 2026 exam cycle) GATE.iitb.ac.in
CAT 2025 Application Deadline (for MBA 2026-28) January 15, 2026 iitj.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur Summer Internship/Placement Application Start January 13, 2026 iitj.ac.in
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Exam January 21 – 28, 2026 NTA.ac.in
NEET 2026 Registration Start February 08, 2026 NEET.NTA.nic.in
GATE 2026 Exam February 01 – 15, 2026 GATE.iitb.ac.in
IIT JAM 2026 Exam February 15, 2026 jam.iitg.ac.in
NEET 2026 Application Deadline March 08, 2026 NEET.NTA.nic.in
IIT Jodhpur Summer Internship/Placement Interview Start (Tentative) March 10, 2026 iitj.ac.in
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam April 02 – 09, 2026 NTA.ac.in
JEE Advanced 2026 Application Fee Registration April 2026 jeeadv.ac.in
JEE Advanced 2026 Application Start April 23, 2026 jeeadv.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur M.Tech Application Deadline April 15, 2026 iitj.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur PhD Semester I (July) First Cut-off (Last Date Reminder) April 20, 2026 iitj.ac.in
M.Des 2026 Application Deadline April 21, 2026 iitj.ac.in
NEET 2026 Exam May 03, 2026 NEET.NTA.nic.in
GATE COAP 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result May 11, 2026 coap.iitb.ac.in
JEE Advanced 2026 Exam May 17, 2026 jeeadv.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur M.Des Studio Test and Interview May 24 – 26, 2026 iitj.ac.in
GATE COAP 2026 Round 3 Offers Out May 25, 2026 coap.iitb.ac.in
IIT JAM JOAPS 2026 First Allotment List Out May 27, 2026 jam.iitg.ac.in
GATE COAP 2026 Round 3 Decision Deadline May 27, 2026 (9 AM) coap.iitb.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur Master’s and PhD Programs Written Test and Interview May 28 – 29, 2026 iitj.ac.in
IIT JAM JOAPS 2026 Seat Booking Fee Payment Deadline (First Allotment) May 30, 2026 jam.iitg.ac.in
GATE COAP 2026 Round 4 Offers May 31, 2026 coap.iitb.ac.in
JEE Advanced 2026 Result June 01, 2026 (10:00 AM IST) jeeadv.ac.in
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Start Date June 02, 2026 JoSAA.nic.in
JoSAA 2026 First Mock Seat Allocation Results June 08, 2026 JoSAA.nic.in
IIT JAM JOAPS 2026 Round 2 Allotment June 08, 2026 jam.iitg.ac.in
JoSAA 2026 Second Mock Seat Allocation Results June 10, 2026 JoSAA.nic.in
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Registration June 10, 2026 JoSAA.nic.in
JoSAA 2026 Round 1 Seat Allotment Result June 13, 2026 JoSAA.nic.in
IIT Jodhpur PhD in Energy and Automotive Engineering Application Deadline (2nd Round) June 15, 2026 iitj.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur PhD in Department of Economics Application Deadline (2nd Round) June 20, 2026 iitj.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur M.Tech. Degree Programmes First Semester Commencement July 2026 iitj.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur PG Programmes AY 2026-27 Semester-I Commencement July 2026 iitj.ac.in
JoSAA 2026 Counselling Rounds End July 15, 2026 JoSAA.nic.in
Document Verification at IIT Jodhpur Reporting Center (by) July 20, 2026 iitj.ac.in
M.Des 2026 Scorecard Download Deadline July 31, 2026 CEED.iitb.ac.in
IIT Jodhpur PhD Semester 2 Cut-off (Expected) October 20, 2026 iitj.ac.in

Students must regularly check the official IIT Jodhpur website and respective entrance exam portals for any updates or changes to these important dates.

IIT Jodhpur Admission 2026: Course-wise Eligibility Criteria & Accepted Exams

IIT Jodhpur admissions for 2026 require candidates to clear specific national-level entrance exams for its 10+ UG, PG, and PhD programs. Eligibility criteria vary by course, demanding minimum 75% in Class 12 for B.Tech and 60% in Bachelor’s for MBA and M.SC programs.

Course Accepted Entrance Exam(s) Minimum Eligibility Criteria Selection Process
B.Tech JEE Advanced 2026 (after qualifying JEE Main 2026) Class 12 with minimum 75% marks (65% for SC/ST/PwD) OR top 20 percentile in Class 12 board exams. JEE Advanced rank-based JoSAA counselling.
M.Tech GATE 2026 Valid GATE score; Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology (check official website for specifics). GATE scores shortlisting, followed by written test or interview; COAP registration.
M.SC IIT JAM 2026 Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks (55% for reserved categories). IIT JAM scores followed by JOAPS Counselling.
M.SC Computational Social Science And Digital Humanities Refer to official website Bachelor’s degree in relevant discipline (check official website for specifics). Online application via iitj.ac.in; details on website.
MBA CAT 2025 Bachelor’s degree with minimum 60% marks (55% for reserved categories); CAT 2025 score (min 85 percentile overall, sectional 75 VARC/DILR, 70 QA). CAT score-based shortlisting for Personal Interview (PI) round.
M.Des CEED 2026 Bachelor’s degree in Design/Architecture/Engineering or equivalent (check official website). CEED scores, followed by studio test and interview.
PhD (all departments) National level entrance exam scores (e.g., GATE, NET) OR Institute’s written test Master’s degree in relevant discipline (with relaxations for SC/ST/PD categories). Written test and interview; rolling admission process.
PhD (Economics) Refer to official website (likely NET/GATE or institute test) Master’s degree in Economics or related field (check official website). Written test and interview.
PhD (Energy & Automotive Engineering) Refer to official website (likely GATE or institute test) Master’s degree in Engineering or relevant field (check official website). Written test and interview.
ITEP Program National Common Entrance Test (NCET) As per NCET guidelines (check official website). NCET Score Card.
PG Diploma & M.Tech* in Artificial Intelligence Institute’s internal test Bachelor’s degree in relevant field (check official website). Clear internal test, provisional offer, fee payment.
Executive M.Tech. AI (Working Professionals) Not specified (likely internal assessment/interview) Relevant work experience and Bachelor’s degree (check official advertisement). Refer to official advertisement for admission.
Ph.D. And M.Tech.-Ph.D. Dual Degree National level entrance exam scores (e.g., GATE, NET) OR Institute’s written test Master’s degree in relevant discipline (check official website). Written test and interview; rolling advertisement.
Visiting Student Program Not applicable Duly sponsored application to the Dean (Academics). Sponsored application review.

Meeting the specific academic percentages and competitive exam cutoffs, such as the 75% in Class 12 for B.Tech or 85 percentile in CAT for MBA, is for IIT Jodhpur 2026 admissions.

IIT Jodhpur Admission: 2026: National-Level Entrance Exams Accepted

IIT Jodhpur primarily accepts scores from three major national-level entrance exams for its diverse programs in 2026. These include JEE Main, JEE Advanced, and NEET UG, which are for B.Tech, M.Tech, and M.SC admissions respectively.

Exam Conducting Body Level Official Link
JEE Main NTA National NTA.ac.in
JEE Advanced IIT Roorkee National jeeadv.ac.in
NEET National Testing Agency (NTA) National NEET.NTA.nic.in

Students must refer to the respective official websites for detailed information on exam patterns, syllabi, and specific application deadlines for the 2026 admission cycle.

How to Apply for IIT Jodhpur Admission 2026: Step-by-Step Process

IIT Jodhpur offers admission to its UG, PG, and PhD programs primarily through national-level entrance exams and subsequent counselling processes. The institute emphasizes competitive national rankings over raw scores for final selection, with specific application deadlines for each course.

Step What to Do
1. Check Eligibility Criteria Review the specific academic and entrance exam eligibility requirements for your desired program (B.Tech, M.Tech, M.SC, MBA, M.Des, PhD) on the IIT Jodhpur official website for 2026.
2. Appear for Entrance Exam Take the relevant national-level entrance examination: JEE Advanced 2026 for B.Tech, GATE 2026 for M.Tech, IIT JAM 2026 for M.SC, CAT 2025 for MBA, or CEED 2026 for M.Des.
3. Online Application/Registration Register and submit your application form online through the designated portal: JoSAA for B.Tech, COAP for M.Tech, JOAPS for M.SC, or IIT Jodhpur’s official admission portal for MBA, M.Des, and PhD programs.
4. Pay Application Fee Submit the required application fee online. For PhD programs, this is ₹300 for General/EWS/OBC and ₹150 for SC/ST/PD applicants.
5. Participate in Counselling/Shortlisting Engage in the respective counselling processes (JoSAA, COAP, JOAPS) or await shortlisting for written tests/interviews based on your entrance exam scores.
6. Attend Written Test/Interview If shortlisted, appear for the written test and/or personal interview. For Master’s and PhD programs, these are tentatively scheduled for May 28-29, 2026, at AIIMS Jodhpur.
7. Seat Allotment & Acceptance Accept the provisional seat offer during the counselling rounds (e.g., JoSAA Round 1 result on June 13, 2026; JOAPS First Allotment List on May 27, 2026).
8. Document Verification Submit all required original and self-attested copies of documents, including qualifying exam certificates, entrance exam scorecard, ID proof, caste/domicile certificates, and passport-size photos.
9. Pay Admission Fees Complete the admission process by paying the full admission fees for the chosen program within the stipulated deadline.

The admission process for IIT Jodhpur in 2026 is entirely entrance-based, requiring candidates to follow specific application timelines and counselling procedures for each program.

IIT Jodhpur & Top Engineering Colleges in India 2026: Rankings & Overview

IIT Jodhpur holds NIRF Rank 27 in Engineering for 2025, positioning IT among India’s top-tier engineering institutes. Established in 2008, the institute is recognized for its advanced research and innovative, multidisciplinary academic programs. Nine of the 23 IITs featured in the Top 10 of the NIRF 2025 Engineering rankings.

Rank (NIRF 2025 Engineering) University / College Type Location Key
27 Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur Government (IIT) Jodhpur, Rajasthan Established 2008; 852-acre campus. Known for AI-first curriculum, multidisciplinary approach, and strong research in emerging fields like Augmented Reality and Virtual Reality. Faculty are alumni of prestigious national and international universities.
1 Indian Institute of Technology Madras Government (IIT) Chennai, Tamil Nadu Consistently ranked #1 in Engineering by NIRF for 10 consecutive years. For academic excellence, global recognition, and high placement packages.
2 Indian Institute of Technology Delhi Government (IIT) New Delhi A premier engineering institute with strong alumni networks, strong research funding, and high brand recognition among top recruiters. Offers academic excellence and global recognition.
3 Indian Institute of Technology Bombay Government (IIT) Mumbai, Maharashtra One of the Old Guard IITs, known for academic excellence, strong alumni presence, and high placement packages. Offers a U.S.-India joint EMBA program.
5 Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur Government (IIT) Kanpur, Uttar Pradesh An Old Guard IIT with mature infrastructure, significant research funding, and a strong reputation for academic rigor and innovation.
6 Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee Government (IIT) Roorkee, Uttarakhand Converted from The University of Roorkee (founded 1847), IT is one of Asia’s oldest technical institutions. Benefits from extensive alumni networks and established infrastructure.
7 Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati Government (IIT) Guwahati, Assam An Old Guard IIT with clear advantages in alumni networks, infrastructure maturity, and strong brand recognition with top recruiters.
8 Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad Government (IIT) Hyderabad, Telangana Established 2008; excels in research publications and startup culture. Its AI and Data Science programs are gaining national attention.
9 Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar Government (IIT) Gandhinagar, Gujarat Established 2008; rapidly closing the gap with older IITs, particularly in niche domains like AI, Design, and Sustainability.
10 Indian Institute of Technology Indore Government (IIT) Indore, Madhya Pradesh Established 2008; known for its focus on research and interdisciplinary studies.
Birla Institute of Technology & Science (BITS) Pilani Private Pilani, Rajasthan A top private engineering college in India, famous for providing quality education and placements with high salary packages.
National Institute of Technology (NIT) Tiruchirappalli Government (NIT) Tiruchirappalli, Tamil Nadu A leading NIT, known for its strong engineering programs and competitive placements.

IIT Jodhpur’s consistent ranking improvement, including its global recognition in Interdisciplinary Science by Times Higher Education 2026, its growing stature among India’s premier engineering institutions. IIT Jodhpur offers a diverse portfolio of 11+ undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs for the 2026 academic year. These include specialized degrees like M.SC Computational Social Science and Digital Humanities, alongside flagship B.Tech and MBA programs.

Specialisation / Stream Top Universities / Colleges
B.Tech IIT Jodhpur Admission through JEE Advanced 2026 and JoSAA counselling. Requires 75% in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST). 15% seats reserved for female candidates.
M.Tech IIT Jodhpur Requires a valid GATE 2026 score. Selection involves shortlisting based on GATE, followed by a written test or interview. Applications open August 2025.
M.SC IIT Jodhpur Admission based on IIT JAM scores and JOAPS Counselling. Eligibility requires 60% in BSc (55% for reserved categories). First admission list releases May 27, 2026.
M.SC Computational Social Science And Digital Humanities IIT Jodhpur A specialized M.SC program. Application deadline for 2026 is available on iitj.ac.in.
MBA IIT Jodhpur Admission for 2026-28 batch requires CAT 2025 score (min 85 percentile overall, 75 VARC/DILR, 70 QA). Selection includes a Personal Interview round in April 2026.
M.Des IIT Jodhpur Requires CEED 2026 scores. Selection involves a studio test and interview, scheduled for May 24-26, 2026. Application deadline is April 21, 2026.
PhD IIT Jodhpur Offered on a rolling basis with two main cycles (April and October). Selection includes a written test and interview. Eligibility criteria apply with relaxations for reserved categories.
PhD in Department of Economics IIT Jodhpur Second round applications for AY 2026-27, Semester I close on June 20, 2026.
PhD in Department of Energy and Automotive Engineering IIT Jodhpur Second round applications for AY 2026-27, Semester I close on June 15, 2026. Written test and interview on May 28-29, 2026.
PG Diploma and MTech* in Artificial Intelligence IIT Jodhpur Admission involves clearing a test, followed by a provisional offer and fee payment via the IIT Jodhpur portal.
Executive M.Tech. Artificial Intelligence Program IIT Jodhpur Designed for working professionals. Admission details are released through specific advertisements.
ITEP Program IIT Jodhpur Admission based on the National Common Entrance Test (NCET) score card.

IIT Jodhpur’s diverse program offerings for 2026, from B.Tech to specialized PhDs, reflect its multidisciplinary approach and focus on emerging fields like AI and Digital Humanities. While IIT Jodhpur is a government-funded institution, many students also consider top private engineering colleges for their admissions in 2026. The provided research data focuses exclusively on Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), which are government institutions, and does not include specific details for private engineering colleges.

Top Engineering Colleges in Major Indian States 2026

India has 23 Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), with 8 established in 2008, including IIT Jodhpur. These institutions consistently rank among the top engineering colleges nationwide, attracting over 1.5 million JEE Main applicants annually. Admission to these premier institutes is highly competitive, primarily through JEE Advanced 2026 scores and JoSAA counselling.

State Top Engineering Colleges / Universities
Rajasthan IIT Jodhpur
Delhi IIT Delhi
Maharashtra IIT Bombay
Tamil Nadu IIT Madras
Uttar Pradesh IIT Kanpur, IIT BHU
Uttarakhand IIT Roorkee
Telangana IIT Hyderabad
Gujarat IIT Gandhinagar

These top engineering colleges offer diverse undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, with a strong emphasis on research and innovation.

Key Takeaways

  • IIT Jodhpur, established in 2008, is rapidly gaining recognition in niche domains like AI, Design, and Sustainability, aligning with other newer IITs like IIT Gandhinagar and IIT Hyderabad.
  • Older IITs such as IIT Delhi, IIT Bombay, IIT Madras, and IIT Roorkee benefit from well-established alumni networks, mature infrastructure, and strong brand recognition among top recruiters.
  • Admission to all IITs for B.Tech programs in 2026 is strictly based on JEE Advanced 2026 ranks, followed by the centralized JoSAA counselling process.

Candidates should refer to the official websites of their preferred IITs and the JoSAA 2026 portal for detailed admission schedules and application procedures.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

What is the admission process for IIT Jodhpur 2026?

Admission to IIT Jodhpur in 2026 is entrance-based for UG, PG, and PhD programs through JEE Advanced, GATE, CEED, CAT, and IIT JAM, followed by JoSAA, COAP, or institute-level counselling. B.Tech admissions require JEE Advanced rank and JoSAA counselling, while M.Tech needs GATE score and COAP registration. M.Des applicants must qualify CEED and attend studio test and interview.

What are the important dates for IIT Jodhpur admissions 2026?

Key dates for IIT Jodhpur admission 2026 include JEE Advanced registration fee payment by May 4, 2026, GATE COAP Round 1 result on May 11, 2026, and IIT JAM first admission list release on May 25, 2026. The CEED 2026 scorecard can be downloaded until July 31, 2026.

Which entrance exams are accepted for IIT Jodhpur 2026?

IIT Jodhpur accepts JEE Advanced for B.Tech, GATE for M.Tech and PhD, CEED for M.Des, CAT for MBA, and IIT JAM for M.SC programs. Admission to dual degree and BS programs also requires valid national-level entrance scores as per 2025 data.

What is the fee structure at IIT Jodhpur for 2026?

B.Tech fees at IIT Jodhpur are ₹2.15 lakh per year, M.Tech fees are ₹1.85 lakh per year, and MBA program costs ₹11.2 lakh for the entire course. PhD scholars receive a monthly fellowship of ₹37,000 as per 2025 data.

How many seats are available at IIT Jodhpur for 2026?

IIT Jodhpur offers 600+ seats across B.Tech, M.Tech, M.SC, MBA, and PhD programs in 2026. B.Tech has 480 seats across 8 specializations, while M.Tech offers 120 seats in various disciplines as per 2025 data.

What documents are required for admission at IIT Jodhpur?

Candidates must submit original and photocopies of qualifying exam marksheet, entrance scorecard, ID proof, address proof, caste/domicile Certificate (if applicable), and 6 passport-sized photos. Document verification occurs during JoSAA/COAP or institute counselling rounds.

Does IIT Jodhpur accept CAT scores for MBA admission?

Yes, IIT Jodhpur accepts CAT scores for MBA admission in 2026. The institute shortlists candidates based on CAT performance, followed by WAT and PI rounds conducted on campus.

Disclaimer: The information provided in this article is sourced from official websites, NIRF rankings, and publicly available data. Fees, placement figures, and other details may vary. Please verify with the official institution website for the most current information.

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