IIT Bhilai M.Tech Admission 2026
IIT Bhilai M.Tech Admission 2026 registration opened on March 20, 2026 and the last date to apply is April 20, 2026 at 05:00 PM . This is a residential M.Tech programme for the 2026-27 session with multiple specialisations.
IIT Bhilai M.Tech Admission 2026: Important dates
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Online application starts | March 20, 2026 (10:00 AM) |
| Last date to apply & pay fee | April 20, 2026 (05:00 PM) |
| Shortlisting/Selection | May 2026 |
| COAP Round 1 offers (approx) | May 11, 2026 |
IIT Bhilai M.Tech Admission 2026: How to apply
You must first register on the COAP 2026 portal to receive admission offers. Then fill the IIT Bhilai online form, upload required documents and pay the application fee before the deadline. Complete your form and payment well before April 20, 2026 05:00 PM .
Eligibility & selection
You need a Bachelor’s in Engineering/Technology or a Master’s in Science with at least 60% marks ( 55% for SC/ST/PwD). A valid GATE score is mandatory unless you are an IIT graduate with CGPA ≥ 8.0 . Shortlisting is based on GATE; some departments will hold written tests or interviews.
COAP offers and choices
All admission offers will be uploaded to the COAP portal. If you get an offer, you must choose one of three actions within the COAP window: Accept & Freeze , Retain & Wait , or Reject . Round 1 of COAP offers is expected around May 11, 2026 ; subsequent rounds will follow as per COAP schedule.
Specialisations & programme details
The residential M.Tech includes specialisations in Computer Science & Engineering , Artificial Intelligence & Data Science , Bioengineering , and Electric Vehicle Engineering . The programme is for the 2026-27 academic year.
Application fee
- General/OBC/EWS: ₹200
- SC/ST/PwD/Female: ₹100
Pay online while submitting the IIT Bhilai application.
What’s not published here
IIT Bhilai’s detailed seat matrix, tuition and hostel fees, stipend/assistantship info, reservation percentages, and exact dates for departmental interviews are not listed in this brief. Check official IIT Bhilai communications for those updates.
FAQs
Where will admission offers be published?
All offers are uploaded on the COAP 2026 portal.
What choices can I make on receiving an offer?
You can Accept & Freeze , Retain & Wait , or Reject the offer within the COAP windows.
Is GATE mandatory for IIT Bhilai M.Tech?
Yes. GATE is mandatory except for IIT graduates with CGPA ≥ 8.0 .
When is the application deadline?
The last date is April 20, 2026 at 05:00 PM .
What are the minimum marks required?
Minimum 60% (or 55% for SC/ST/PwD) in the qualifying degree.
Do I need to register on COAP?
Yes. You must register on COAP 2026 to receive IIT Bhilai offers.
Which specialisations are offered?
CSE, AI & DS, Bioengineering, and Electric Vehicle Engineering.
What is the application fee?
₹200 for General/OBC/EWS; ₹100 for SC/ST/PwD/Female.