IIT fees in 2026: With the JEE Main 2026 Session 2 results now declared and JEE Advanced registrations set to begin from April 23, lakhs of engineering aspirants and their parents are now looking closely at one key question: how much does it cost to study at an IIT?
A four-year B.Tech programme at most Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) generally costs between Rs 8 lakh and Rs 10 lakh for General, OBC, and EWS students, excluding living expenses in some cases.
Once hostel, mess, and one-time charges are added, the total expense may rise to Rs 10-12 lakh, depending on the institute.
JEE Advanced 2026 registration dates and admission process
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| JEE Advanced Registration Starts | April 23, 2026 |
| Last Date to Apply | May 2, 2026 |
| Fee Payment Deadline | May 4, 2026 |
| JEE Advanced Exam | May 17, 2026 |
Only the top 2.5 lakh candidates from JEE Main are eligible to appear for JEE Advanced. Admission to IITs is granted through JoSAA counselling based on All India Rank (AIR).
How much does a 4-Year B.Tech cost at IITs?
The total fee includes multiple components such as tuition, hostel, mess, registration, exam fees, insurance, and refundable deposits.
| Institute | Approx Total Fee (4 Years) |
|---|---|
| IIT Delhi | Rs 10.3 lakh |
| IIT Bombay | Rs 11.7 lakh |
| Other IITs | Rs 8-10 lakh |
The exact cost may vary slightly across campuses, but most IITs follow a similar fee model.
IIT Delhi B.Tech fee structure 2026
As per the latest available fee structure, IIT Delhi's four-year B.Tech programme costs around Rs 10.34 lakh for General and OBC students.
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (4 Years) | Rs 8,00,000 |
| Other Academic Charges | Rs 54,550 |
| Refundable Deposit | Rs 8,000 |
| Hostel Charges | Rs 1,72,000 |
| Total | Rs 10,34,550 |
Per semester, students may have to pay approximately Rs 1.07 lakh, excluding mess expenses.
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IIT Bombay B.Tech fee structure 2026
At IIT Bombay, the total estimated cost for a four-year B.Tech programme is around ₹11.79 lakh for General category students.
| Fee Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | Rs 10,26,000 |
| Hostel + Other Charges | Rs 1,47,600 |
| Refundable Deposit | Rs 6,000 |
| Total | Rs 11,79,600 |
Hostel and mess charges are estimated at around Rs 36,900 per semester.
Fee waiver for SC, ST, and low-income students
| Category | Tuition Fee Benefit |
|---|---|
| SC / ST / PwD | Full tuition fee waiver |
| Family income below Rs 1 lakh | Full waiver |
| Family income Rs 1-5 lakh | Partial concession |
| Above Rs 5 lakh | Full fee payable |
What all is included in IIT fees?
The total amount is not just tuition fees. It usually includes:
- tuition fees
- registration fees
- exam charges
- hostel rent
- mess fees
- gymkhana/student activity fees
- medical insurance
- internet and lab access
- one-time admission charges
- refundable security deposit
These charges are usually paid semester-wise, making it easier for families to plan finances.
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