IIT Madras M.Tech, M.A Admission 2026: Complete Guide
IIT Madras M.Tech and M.A admissions 2026 portal opens on March 28, 2026, for GATE-qualified candidates.
Overview
Eligibility Criteria
Candidates need a Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology/Architecture or Master’s in relevant sciences from AICTE/UGC-approved institutions.
GATE 2024, 2025, or 2026 scores are mandatory, except for IIT graduates with B.Tech CGPA 8.0+ on a 10-point scale.
M.A. requires GATE XH paper qualification; streams include Development Studies, Economics, English Studies, Public Policy.
Available Programs
M.Tech Programs
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Aerospace Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
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Civil Engineering specializations (e.g., Structural, Transportation)
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Computer Science & Engineering, Data Science & AI, Electrical Engineering streams
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Mechanical Engineering streams, Ocean Engineering, more (full list on portal)
M.A. Programs
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Development Studies, English Studies, Economics, Public Policy (25 seats each)
How to Apply: Step-by-Step
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Register on COAP portal (mandatory for GATE offers) at Click Here and note your registration number.
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Visit Click Here, select GATE or IIT Graduate category, enter COAP number if applicable.
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Fill form, choose up to 12 programs (HTTA ending Y, Non-HTTA ending N), upload documents (GATE scorecard, photo, signature, marksheets, category certificates).
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Pay fee online (₹300/₹600), submit; print for records—no hard copy needed.
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Check status on portal; rectify defects if notified via email/SMS.
Offers via COAP from May 2026; accept/freeze and pay institute fees.
Important Documents to Upload
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Passport photo (100KB-1MB, 30x45mm), signature (100-500KB, 80x35mm)
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GATE scorecard (PDF), nationality proof (birth cert/passport/TC), all marksheets
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Category certificates: SC/ST, OBC-NCL (post-Apr 1, 2025), EWS (post-Apr 1, 2025), PwD UDID card
Financial Assistance and Seats
Half-Time Teaching Assistantship (HTTA): ₹12,400/month for 22 months, 8 hours/week dept work.
Non-HTTA seats available without aid; exact seats per program in Table 1 on portal.
Official Links
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