IIT Madras offers master’s programmes in various disciplines such as engineering, management and science. The admission process and eligibility criteria for each programme are different. Here is a summary of the information you need to know:
- For M.Tech and M.A. programmes, you need to apply through the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) based on your GATE or JAM score. The application window for 2023 will open on March 18, 2023 and close on April 18, 2023. You can check the details on the official website of IIT Madras.
- For M.S. (by Research) programme, you need to apply online on the official website of IIT Madras2 based on your GATE score or relevant qualification. The application window for the July 2023 semester is from March 1, 2023 to March 31, 2023. You will have to appear for a written test and a personal interview conducted by the respective department.
- For M.Sc. programme, you need to apply through the Joint Admission Test for M.Sc. (JAM) conducted by IITs. The application process for JAM 2023 will start in September 2022 and end in October 2022. You can check the details on the official website of JAM. You will have to participate in the counselling process after the declaration of JAM results.
The eligibility criteria for M.Sc. programme at IIT Madras are as follows:
- You must have completed a bachelor’s degree in the relevant discipline as per the desired course with a minimum of 55% marks or equivalent CGPA.
- You must have qualified the Joint Admission Test for M.Sc. (JAM) conducted by IITs in the corresponding subject.
- You must participate in the counselling process and accept the seat offer through the JAM Online Application Processing System (JOAPS).
You can check the details of the M.Sc. courses offered by IIT Madras, the fees structure, the seats available and the cutoffs on the official website of IIT Madras or on the official website of JAM.
No, you cannot apply for M.Sc. programme at IIT Madras without qualifying JAM exam. JAM is a mandatory entrance exam for admission to M.Sc. programmes at IITs and other participating institutes. You need to have a valid JAM score in the relevant subject to be eligible for admission.
