List of the Top10 IITs in India

I am an IITian. Ah! When someone says this, don’t we get goosebumps? That is a kind of happiness and pride one gets by thinking about IIT. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), established in various parts of the country, is one of the world’s top-ranking institutions. How privileged and happy would you feel to say that you are an IITian?

Why do students go crazy about IITs? It is not only about the brand name. The kind of exposure you get in IIT is outstanding. An excellent faculty, the curriculum, library facilities, 24*7 internet access, a beautiful campus, and many more factors make IIT the dream destination for students.  

If getting into IIT is your ambition, you should first know about the total number of IITs in India, their courses, and other details. There are a total of 23 IIT colleges in India. IIT ranking in India is released by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD) every year. Each branch is famous for some courses. So, you have to do a thorough analysis before choosing an IIT.

As part of the entrance examination, there are two levels: JEE Main and Advanced. JEE Main can get you admission to NIT, IIIT, and other central institutes. One must clear JEE Advanced to get a seat in an IIT. As you breathe the dream of entering the IIT someday, this is the right time to know about the top 10 IITs in India. 

IIT Colleges in India Rank Wise 2020: 

Indian Institute of Technology, Madras 

IIT Madras was set up in 1959 with technical assistance from Germany. This institution stands No.1 among all IITs in India. The most popular courses in IIT Madras are Computer Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering. 

IIT Madras has a dedicated 24*7 student lab set up in 2008 to encourage learning and innovation. Another exciting aspect of IIT Madras is Nirmaan. It nurtures start-up ideas of students and faculty and helps in the establishment of their start-up companies.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi

IIT Delhi was established in 1961, and the courses which gain more attention are Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. It has an excellent campus life. It not only provides theoretical based knowledge to students but also develops scientific temper for real-life problems through its Centres of Excellence. These centers are either set up by the institute or are sponsored by industries such as Nokia, Schlumberger, etc.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Bombay

IIT Bombay, set up in 1958, took financial assistance from the then Soviet Union. SINE (Society for Innovation and Entrepreneurship) in IIT Bombay was founded to nurture tech start-ups. ASPIRE, an IIT Bombay research park is an initiative towards connecting industry and academia. Through its research park, the institute aims to collaborate with leading industries and bring innovation and technology to tackle real-world problems.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Kanpur

IIT Kanpur, one of the oldest IITs in India is also known for producing one of the most prominent alumni of IIT Kanpur – Mr. Narayan Murthy (Founder-Infosys). It launched a number of online certificate courses in foreign languages during the pandemic for students across the country.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Kharagpur

IIT Kharagpur is the first IIT that was set up in India in 1951. Start-ups get financial and infrastructural support through STEP (The Science and Technology Entrepreneurs’ Park) at IIT Kharagpur. Delhi CM Arvind Kejriwal, Duvvuri Subbarao, former RBI Governor, is a notable alumnus. 

Indian Institute of Technology, Roorkee

IIT Roorkee has a fascinating history. It was established as Roorkee college in 1847. After independence, the college was elevated to the status of a university. In 2001, the University of Roorkee got the status of IIT through a bill in Parliament.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati

IIT Guwahati was founded in 1994 and had 11 departments and five academic centers. Its lush green campus is located close to the mighty Brahmaputra. IIT Guwahati’s Green Office is an initiative towards developing clean and green technology. It aims at researching and developing green and sustainable technology for a better future.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Hyderabad

IIT Hyderabad belongs to the 2nd generation of IITs created by Govt. of India. FRIENDSHIP project of IIT Hyderabad with Japan supports collaboration with Japanese universities. It enables the students of IIT Hyderabad to pursue their education in reputed Japanese Universities.  

Indian Institute of Technology, Indore 

IIT Indore was set up in 2009, and it has a unique scheme named PRIUS (Promotion of Research and Innovation for Undergraduate Students) to promote research and innovation.  

Indian Institute of Technology (BHU),Varanasi

IIT Varanasi is located within the Banaras Hindu University.  

The best courses in IIT Varanasi are Metallurgical, Mining, and Ceramic Engineering. 

IIT provides a beautiful environment to gain knowledge and ignite the entrepreneurial spirit. With expert scholars, it opens the door of creativity and imagination. Have a positive mind. Fix your goal! Keep working hard, and you will definitely taste success! Get going! You can do it. All the best!  

Final Thoughts 

Many alumni of IITs are heading some of the tech giants in the world. Top-notch tech companies like Google, Microsoft recruit students from IITs. The average salary can range anywhere between 10 lakhs to 1 crore per annum. Its placement offers plus the facilities are what makes IITs worth the shot. Even if a student aims at leading a purely academic life. IITs are the best way to begin.  

However, due to the fierce competition getting into one is difficult, but not impossible. The IIT exam is one of the toughest in the country, if you approach the exam with the right attitude, preparation, and perseverance, you can easily crack it.