IIITDM Kurnool, an Institute of National Importance established in 2015 in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh, offers premier B.Tech programs in CSE, ECE, and Smart Manufacturing. Focusing on design-centric education, it fosters strong technical skills and prepares graduates for robust career outcomes.
About Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing - [IIITDM] Kurnool
Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing Kurnool (IIITDM Kurnool) was established in 2015 in Kurnool, Andhra Pradesh. It operates as an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education through a public-private partnership model. The institute functions autonomously with mentorship from IIITDM Kancheepuram.
IIITDM Kurnool offers B.Tech, M.Tech, and PhD programs in engineering disciplines focused on information technology, design, and manufacturing. It admits 240 students annually in UG 4-year programs and 60 in UG 5-year programs, with 88 UG students placed at a median salary in placements. The institute records a highest package from placements.
Key Highlights
Admission Dates 2026
IIITDM Kurnool admissions for 2026 cycle primarily accept JEE Main scores followed by JoSAA/CSAB counselling for BTech programmes, GATE scores followed by CCMT counselling for MTech programmes, and XAT for MBA/PGDM. PhD admissions involve institute-specific application, written test, and interview processes.
Admission Process
IIITDM Kurnool admits undergraduate B.Tech (including Dual Degree) via JEE Main rank with JoSAA/CSAB counselling, M.Tech via GATE (and institute self‑financed GATE/walk‑in routes) through institute application/CCMT as applicable, and Ph.D. through institute advertised application followed by written test and interview by departments.
B.Tech / Dual Degree Admission
Steps to Apply
- Register and sit for JEE Main in the applicable session(s) and obtain a valid All India Rank.
- Participate in JoSAA/CSAB counselling: register on JoSAA/CSAB, fill choices including IIITDM Kurnool, and lock choices within deadlines.
- Accept seat allotment on JoSAA/CSAB and download provisional allotment letter; pay the required initial fee as instructed by JoSAA/CSAB.
- Complete physical reporting and document verification at IIITDM Kurnool campus within the institute’s reporting window and pay institute fees to confirm admission.
- If seats remain vacant after JoSAA, monitor CSAB/Institute spot rounds and participate if eligible.
M.Tech (Self‑Financed / Regular) Admission
Steps to Apply
- Register and appear for GATE in the relevant paper and obtain valid GATE score for CCMT or institute shortlisting.
- For CCMT route: participate in CCMT counselling using GATE score and choose IIITDM Kurnool; for institute self‑financed seats, apply on IIITDM Kurnool M.Tech portal when the institute advertises intake.
- Shortlisted candidates complete document verification and pay institute fees as per instructions to confirm admission.
Ph.D. Admission
Steps to Apply
- Watch the IIITDM Kurnool Ph.D. admissions notification and download the department‑wise brochure; submit online application within the advertised dates.
- If shortlisted, appear for the institute written test and department interview as scheduled.
- On selection, complete document verification and pay fees as per the admission offer to enroll.
Eligibility Criteria & Fees
Documents Required
- Class X mark sheet (proof of date of birth).
- Class XII mark sheet and pass certificate.
- JEE Main / GATE scorecard and admit card (as applicable).
- Provisional allotment/offer letter from JoSAA/CCMT/Institute.
- Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL) and PwD certificate, if applicable.
- Transfer Certificate / Migration Certificate
Cutoff 2025
IIITDM Kurnool JEE Main 2025 closing ranks for BTech programs ranged from 30326 to 50717 for General category (AI quota), with Computer Engineering being the most competitive at 32512. OBC-NCL cutoffs fell between 11442-18361, SC between 4445-9329, ST between 2237-3669, and EWS between 4803-7646. GATE cutoffs for MTech ranged 350-502 across categories.
Placements 2025
IIITDM Kurnool achieved a highest package offered to a Post-Doctoral Researcher position and an average package during placements. Top recruiters included Infosys, TCS, Atlas (Hugosave), PharmEasy, and Apollo 24*7, with multiple offers from Infosys.
Placement Statistics
Branch-wise Placement
Rankings & Accreditations
IIITDM Kurnool ranks #57 in Engineering by India Today 2025, improving from #64 in 2024. The institute participates in NIRF from 2022 and submitted data for NIRF 2025 Engineering, placing in the 201-300 rank band for colleges.
Other Rankings
Scholarships & Financial Aid
IIITDM Kurnool offers full tuition fee waivers for SC, ST, and PwD students, alongside central schemes via National Scholarship Portal and Andhra Pradesh state schemes like Jagananna Vidya Deevena for tuition reimbursement and Jagananna Vasathi Deevena for hostel/mess fees. Private scholarships from Siemens, Micron, Reliance Foundation, Foundation for Excellence, ONGC, and Sitaram Jindal support meritorious students. PhD students under HTRA receive Half-Time Research Assistantship.
Institute Scholarships
Government Scholarships
External Scholarships
- Siemens Scholarship: for meritorious engineering students.
- Micron Scholarship: for top performers in electronics/design.
- Reliance Foundation Scholarship: for first-year students with income <.
- Foundation for Excellence: /year for economically weaker students (income <).
- ONGC Scholarship: /year for SC/ST students (income <).
- Sitaram Jindal Scholarship: /year for meritorious students from low-income families.
Comparison
IIITDM Kurnool is compared with IIITDM Jabalpur and IIITDM Kancheepuram as these are fellow IIIT Design & Manufacturing institutes under the Ministry of Education, sharing focus on IT, design, and manufacturing engineering via JEE Main admissions and JoSAA counselling.
Key Strengths
- Indian Institute of Information Technology Design and Manufacturing - [IIITDM] Kurnool: Strong placement growth with 88 UG students placed at median in ; sanctioned intake of 240 for UG 4-year programs.
- IIITDM Jabalpur: Top NIRF engineering rank at #80 in 2025 among IIITs; established leader in design and manufacturing education.
- IIITDM Kancheepuram: Mentor institute for IIITDM Kurnool with NIRF band 151-200; robust B.Tech programs in mechanical and smart manufacturing.
Campus & Infrastructure
The IIITDM Kurnool campus is a purpose-built residential institute located near Kurnool city, Andhra Pradesh, occupying a large green campus with academic blocks, a central library and dedicated hostels for students on a permanent campus site near the city limits, designed for design-and-manufacturing focused teaching and research.IIITDM Kurnool is located near Kurnool in Andhra Pradesh on a large permanently allotted campus that houses academic buildings, a central library, laboratories and hostel blocks, with an AC seminar hall and campus-wide Wi‑Fi for academic use.
Campus Details
Academic Facilities
- Library: Central Library with more than 2,200 books and subscription to 23+ journals; offers OPAC, reprographic service and article-request service (library contact: 08518-289117, library@iiitk.ac.in).
- Labs: Multiple specialized labs with high-end equipment and licensed software such as MATLAB, VIVADO, CATIA V5, ANSYS, LabVIEW, Cadence, AutoCAD.
- Classrooms: Air-conditioned classrooms and AC seminar hall with Wi‑Fi and smartboard facilities in academic areas.
Hostel
Other Facilities
- AC Seminar Hall.
- Campus-wide Wi‑Fi in academic areas.
- Cafeteria/Canteen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the JEE Main cutoff for BTech CSE at IIITDM Kurnool?
Closing rank for General category is 30457 in JoSAA Round 1. ECE cutoff closes at 37333-41125 for General AI. Mechanical Engineering cutoff is 39999 for OPEN Gender-Neutral.
What are the eligibility criteria for BTech admission?
Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and 75% aggregate or top 20 percentile. SC/ST candidates need 65%. Valid JEE Main score followed by JoSAA counselling.
How to apply for BTech at IIITDM Kurnool?
Appear for JEE Main, register for JoSAA counselling, fill preferences including IIITDM Kurnool courses. Seat allotment based on rank; confirm by paying fees after rounds.
What is the hostel fee per semester?
Hostel fee is INR per semester including mess charges. Covers three boys hostels (Kalam, SRK, MVR) and one girls hostel (Kalpana Chawla).
Is hostel compulsory for first-year students?
First-year students share rooms with 2-3 others. Second-year get double occupancy; third and fourth-year students avail single rooms. Registration during admission.
What facilities are in the hostels?
Rooms have beds, tables, chairs, study lamps, LAN ports, Wi-Fi. Includes washing machines, water geysers, reading rooms, TV room, 24/7 security, CCTV.
How is the mess food quality?
Mess offers South and North Indian cuisine with moderate taste and varying quality. Serves breakfast, lunch, tea, dinner; tenders change every 3 months.
Are there sports facilities on campus?
Available: badminton court, basketball court, cricket ground, football ground, tennis court, volleyball court, table tennis. Indoor stadium for badminton.
What medical facilities does the campus have?
Dedicated doctors morning and evening, health center, MoU with KIMS hospital, medical insurance, 24/7 nursing staff, ambulance facility.
Are classrooms air-conditioned?
Classrooms are fully AC with smartboards, maintained after every class. Labs including AI and IoT are air-conditioned. Wi-Fi across campus and hostels.
What is the campus size and location?
191-acre campus at Jagannathagattu Hill, Kurnool, 20 km from airport on NH 40. Includes academic blocks, central library, workshop, supermarket, cafeteria.
Is Wi-Fi free and 24/7?
Free 24/7 Wi-Fi accessible in hostels, classrooms, labs for students and faculty. LAN ports in rooms; full campus coverage.
Is there a gym in the hostels?
State-of-the-art gym with separate timings for men and women. Indoor sports facilities, reading rooms in hostels; cleaning every 3 days.
What is the GATE cutoff for MTech AI and Data Science?
CCMT Round 1 cutoff is 502-534 for General AI. Ranges 350-413 overall for MTech programs via GATE and CCMT counselling.
Are there single rooms available?
Third and fourth-year boys get single occupancy in Kalam Hall. Girls have double occupancy in Kalpana Chawla Hall. Regular maintenance ensured.
How many hostels for boys and girls?
Three boys hostels: Kalam Hall, SRK, MVR with single/double rooms. One girls hostel: Kalpana Chawla Hall of Residence with double rooms.
Is there an ATM and convenience store?
ATM facility and supermarket on campus for students. Cafeteria offers breakfast, lunch, snacks at affordable prices in hygienic conditions.
Jagannathagattu, Dinnedevarapadu, Kurnool - 518007, Andhra Pradesh, India
Contact: 08518-289112, +91 97010 39888
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