₹12,400 monthly stipend for GATE-admitted students
IIT Palakkad opened M.Tech applications on March 26, 2026 (15:00 hrs) ; the portal closes on April 25, 2026 (23:59 hrs) . Indian students admitted via GATE are eligible for a ₹12,400 monthly stipend for GATE-admitted students as per the institute notice.
IIT Palakkad M.Tech Admission 2026 — key facts
- Applications open at the official PG portal: pgadmit.iitpkd.ac.in .
- You must register on COAP 2026 before applying to the institute.
- Admission is based primarily on valid GATE scores from 2024, 2025 or 2026 .
- Programs include Data Science, Computing and Mathematics, Power Electronics and others.
- Minimum qualifying marks: 60% (General) , 55% (SC/ST) .
Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online Application Starts | March 26, 2026 — 15:00 hrs |
| Online Application Ends | April 25, 2026 — 23:59 hrs |
| COAP Registration Starts | March 27, 2026 |
Application fee and eligibility
| Category | Fee |
|---|---|
| General / OBC / EWS (male) | ₹500 |
| SC / ST / PwD / Female | ₹250 |
Eligibility checklist for you:
- Bachelors degree: B.E. / B.Tech or a Masters in relevant sciences.
- Minimum marks: 60% (General) and 55% (SC/ST).
- Valid GATE score from 2024/2025/2026 is mandatory for primary consideration.
- Register on COAP 2026 before institute application and submit documents on pgadmit.iitpkd.ac.in .
How to apply
First register on the COAP 2026 counselling portal. After COAP registration, fill the online form at pgadmit.iitpkd.ac.in , upload required documents and pay the application fee. Check iitpkd.ac.in for any updates or corrigenda.
₹12,400 monthly stipend for GATE-admitted students — what the notice says
The admission notice states Indian students admitted via GATE are eligible for a ₹12,400 monthly stipend for GATE-admitted students . The notice does not specify stipend duration or the funding agency; those details should be checked on the institutes official pages or clarified during offer rounds.
Programs on offer
IIT Palakkad lists M.Tech specialisations including Data Science, Computing and Mathematics, and Power Electronics among others. Seat counts and reservation-wise seat matrix are not included in the admission notice.
Contact and official portals
- PG admission portal: pgadmit.iitpkd.ac.in
- Institute website: iitpkd.ac.in
FAQs
Q: Who is eligible for the ₹12,400 stipend? A: Indian students admitted via GATE to IIT Palakkad M.Tech are eligible as per the notice.
Q: Which GATE years are accepted? A: GATE scores from 2024, 2025, 2026 are accepted.
Q: Do I need to register on COAP first? A: Yes. COAP 2026 registration is mandatory before applying to the institute.
Q: What is the application fee? A: ₹500 for General/OBC/EWS men; ₹250 for SC/ST/PwD/Female.
Q: What minimum marks are required? A: 60% for General; 55% for SC/ST candidates.
Q: Where do I apply? A: Apply at pgadmit.iitpkd.ac.in after COAP registration. Check iitpkd.ac.in for updates.
Q: Is stipend duration mentioned? A: The admission notice does not list stipend duration or funding details. Check official portals or query admissions office for clarification.