IIT Bombay – Indian Institute of Technology (IITB)

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay (IIT Bombay or IIT Mumbai) is a premier autonomous engineering institution established in 1958. It is the most preferred choice among top JEE (Advanced) rankers, with all top 10 rankers in 2024 selecting IIT Bombay. Approximately 70% of high-ranking JEE Advanced candidates opt for this institute due to its exceptional career opportunities and strategic location in Mumbai, India’s financial hub.

In the NIRF Rankings 2024, IIT Bombay secured the 3rd position in both the B.Tech and Overall categories. On the global stage, it was ranked 118th in the QS World University Rankings 2025, reinforcing its reputation as one of the world’s leading technical universities.

The institute offers a wide range of academic programs, with B.Tech being its flagship course. Other notable programs include B.Tech + M.Tech (Dual Degree), BS, B.Des, M.Tech, M.Tech + PhD, M.Des, MBA, MA + PhD, MS (Research), M.Sc, and PhD. The approximate first-year fee for B.Tech is ₹2,30,700, while M.Tech costs ₹66,700 for the first year.

Admissions at IIT Bombay are highly competitive and based on national-level entrance exams. B.Tech aspirants must qualify in JEE Advanced, followed by JoSAA Counselling (2025 cutoff for General category: 66 – 7722). For M.Tech, candidates need a valid GATE score and must participate in COAP Counselling. Other programs like M.Sc (IIT JAM), M.Des (CEED), and MBA (CAT) also require respective entrance exam scores.

The placement scenario at IIT Bombay remains outstanding, with the 2024 recruitment cycle witnessing an average package of ₹23.5 LPA. A remarkable 22 students received offers exceeding ₹1 crore per annum. Over 388 companies, including Fortune 500 giants like Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Apple, Intel, Boeing, Reliance, Adobe, Nvidia, and Qualcomm, participated in the placements. The institute’s strong industry connections and excellent academic reputation continue to attract top recruiters year after year.

With its world-class faculty, cutting-edge research facilities, and strong industry linkages, IIT Bombay remains a dream destination for engineering and technology aspirants in India and globally.