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Upcoming Events

AskIITM is more than just a website. There are events - some virtual, some IRL (in real life).

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September 2, 2022

Ask IIT-M JEE 2022 Aspirants Meet-up - Chennai

Hello Chennai! Meet the IIT Madras director, notable alumni and fellow aspirants in this event organised by AskIITM. Here, you can ask your questions, be a part of the discussions, and network with your future batchmates.

IC&SR Auditorium, IIT Madras, Chennai

05 - 06pm

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September 3, 2022

Ask IIT-M JEE 2022 Aspirants Meet-up - Hyderabad (morning)

Hello Hyderabad! Meet the IIT Madras director, notable alumni and fellow aspirants in this event organised by AskIITM. Here, you can ask your questions, be a part of the discussions, and network with your future batchmates.

T-Hub 2.0 Madhapur

11am - 12noon

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September 3, 2022

Ask IIT-M JEE 2022 Aspirants Meet-up - Hyderabad (afternoon)

T-Hub 2.0 Madhapur

3pm - 4pm

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September 4, 2022

Ask IIT-M JEE 2022 Aspirants Meet-up - Vijayawada

Hello Vijayawada! Meet the IIT Madras director, notable alumni and fellow aspirants in this event organised by AskIITM. Here, you can ask your questions, be a part of the discussions, and network with your future batchmates.

MB Vignana Kendram

4pm - 5pm

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Did IIT Madras offer PG Diploma courses?

Are there any online courses provided by IITM to other university students for a short period of time with a certification of completion?

Should I do BSc in Programming and Data Science from IITM without any other offline college degree or not ... is it worth it?

Does IITM offer Biotechnology UG courses? What is the scope for it?

I aspire to be in DRDO in future. But right now I don't think there is any stream in "Defence Technology" in the institute. Is this correct?

Do students in IITM have to stay in the college hostel or can stay at home?

Between CS, Electrical, Mechanical - Which branch is always safe for guaranteed placement and longstanding job security?

How many percentile/AIR to get CSE department of IITM?

Will there be minor online courses for cyber security like there is for in data management (B Sc)?

Does IIT Madras have B.Tech AI?

What's the city of Chennai like?

Will North Indian students face difficulties in adapting to life at IIT Madras?

Is it difficult to be at IIT Madras if you're not fluent in Tamil?

What is the IIT Madras library like?

What does the Engineering Physics course offer?

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What are the UG programs unique to IIT Madras?

What are the IDDD programs offered?

Do IIT Madras students get opportunities for global semester exchanges?

How difficult is the IITM curriculum?

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Does IIT Madras foster entrepreneurs?

Is branch change facility available in IIT Madras?

How much is the total fee for a UG course at IIT Madras?

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Do IIT Madras students get opportunities for global semester exchanges?

Does IITM offer minor programs and how useful is it?

What are the IDDD programs offered?

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What is the Dual Degree upgrade option offered?

Are there any scholarships available for students at IIT Madras?

Do students in IITM have to stay in the college hostel or can stay at home?

Are there convenience stores inside campus? Do students need to go out of the institute to buy what they need?

How big are the hostel rooms? Do we have to share rooms? Do the rooms have attached restrooms?

Do we need to buy our own fan and mattress?

What kind of food is served at the mess? Is Jain food available?

How far is IITM from the city?

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Is Chennai safe for women students?

Between CS, Electrical, Mechanical - Which branch is always safe for guaranteed placement and longstanding job security?

Can students from other colleges attend IITM placements?

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What are some of the successful startups incubated in IIT Madras?

How is IIT Madras ranked nationally and internationally?

I've heard that IIT Madras is a centre for EV excellence. Is that true? What does that mean?

What is the IITM Centre For Innovation? What does it do? Can students join?

What is the IIT Madras Research Park?

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How many people are accommodated in one room of hostel? What are the facilities?

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What measures does IITM take to safeguard the mental health of its students?

Are there any restrictions against going outside campus?

Is there a curfew?

Where can I go to pray within campus?