Institutional Overview
IIT Roorkee, formerly Thomason College of Engineering (established 1847), is Asia's oldest technical institution. With 175+ years of history, it has shaped India's infrastructure - from railways to major dams. Located at the foothills of the Himalayas, the 365-acre campus combines heritage architecture with modern facilities. IIT Roorkee excels in civil engineering, water resources, and earthquake engineering research.
Academic Programs & Specializations
IIT Roorkee offers undergraduate B.Tech curricula across the following core and interdisciplinary programs:
| Program Discipline | Duration | Seat Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science | 4 Years | 90 |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 4 Years | 120 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 4 Years | 135 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 4 Years | 110 |
| B.Arch (Architecture) | 5 Years | 40 |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 4 Years | 68 |
Tuition Fees & Cost of Living
Audited breakdown of tuition and campus residential charges for undergraduate scholars:
JoSAA Closing Rank Reference (2025)
Official Round 6 closing ranks across standard reservation categories:
| Branch | OPEN | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 756 | 378 | 156 | 82 |
| EE | 1,856 | 912 | 412 | 198 |
| Civil | 4,523 | 2,156 | 1,023 | 512 |
Campus Placement Records & Recruiter Network
IIT Roorkee sustains consistent placement metrics with prominent global engineering and financial enterprises:
Campus Life & Residential Infrastructure
IIT Roorkee's heritage campus features colonial-era buildings alongside modern facilities. The pleasant weather (near Dehradun and Haridwar) and proximity to hill stations make it unique. The 13 bhawans (hostels) have a strong tradition of cultural and sports activities. Thomso (cultural fest) and Cognizance (tech fest) are the major annual events.