What is IIT ? List of All IITs in India Rank Wise

List of IITs In India Rank Wise : The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) stand as pillars of excellence in technological education and research, both within India and worldwide. Renowned for their rigorous academic programs, cutting-edge research facilities, and illustrious alumni, the IITs have become synonymous with innovation and engineering prowess. 

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the essence of what defines an IIT, exploring their history, structure, and significance in shaping India's technological landscape. Additionally, we provide a detailed list of all IITs across the country, showcasing their diverse locations and specialties. 

It's fascinating how the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) have such a rich history dating back to the late 1940s. They've become renowned centers for technological education and research, not just in India but globally.

Understanding the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs): A Comprehensive Guide and List of IITs In India Rank Wise

All IIT List Rank Wise – NIRF Ranking 

In the MHRD-NIRF engineering ranking for 2022, eight out of the 23 IITs are listed in the Top 10. The NIRF ranking assesses engineering colleges based on five key parameters: Teaching and Learning Resources, Graduation Outcome, Perception, Outreach and Inclusivity, and Research and Professional Practice. Below is the list of all 23 IITs along with their respective NIRF ranks:

Name	Ranking	Established Year	Website
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay	1	1958	iitb.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Delhi	2	1961	iitd.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Madras	3	1959	iitm.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Kanpur	4	1959	iitk.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur	5	1951	iitkgp.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Roorkee	6	1847	iitr.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Guwahati	7	1994	iitg.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad	8	2008	iith.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar	9	2008	iitgn.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Ropar	10	2008	iitrpr.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Patna	11	2008	iitp.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Bhubaneswar	12	2008	iitbbs.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Mandi	13	2009	iitmandi.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Jodhpur	14	2008	iitj.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Varanasi	15	2019	iitbhu.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad	16	2015	iitpkd.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati	17	2015	iittp.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad	18	2016	iitism.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai	19	2016	iitbhilai.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Goa	20	2016	iitgoa.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Jammu	21	2016	iitjammu.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Dharwad	22	2016	iitdh.ac.in
Indian Institute of Technology Bhilai	23	2016	iitbhilai.ac.in

What is IIT ? 

The Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) form a network of prestigious engineering and technology institutions across India. Established in 1950, they fall under the purview of the Ministry of Education of the Government of India, operating according to the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961. 

Designated as Institutes of National Importance, this act delineates their authority, responsibilities, and governance structure, solidifying their status as premier technological institutions in the nation. 

How many IIT in India ?

Currently, there are twenty-three IITs listed under Institutes of Technology Act, 1961. Each IIT functions autonomously but is connected to others through the IIT Council, a governing body overseeing their collective administration. The Minister of Education of India serves as the ex officio chairperson of the IIT Council.

History of Indian Institutes of Technology 

The inception of the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs) traces back to the late 1940s, marked by the recommendations of the Sarkar Committee. 

The first IIT was established in Kharagpur, West Bengal, in May 1950, with subsequent campuses in Bombay (1958), Madras (1959), Kanpur (1959), and Delhi (1961). These institutions, modeled after MIT, were strategically located across India to prevent regional imbalance. The Indian Institutes of Technology Act was later amended to accommodate the addition of new IITs.

During the tenth meeting of the IIT Council in 1972, there was a proposal to elevate the then IT-BHU to an IIT status. A committee was formed by the IIT Council to pursue this transformation. However, due to political factors, this transition couldn't be realized at the time. 

Since 1972, IT-BHU had been admitting students for undergraduate programs through the Indian Institute of Technology Joint Entrance Examination (IIT-JEE) and for postgraduate programs through the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE). It wasn't until 2012 that the Institute of Technology, Banaras Hindu University, officially joined the IIT family and was renamed as IIT (BHU) Varanasi.

Between 2008 and 2009, eight new IITs were established in Gandhinagar, Jodhpur, Hyderabad, Indore, Patna, Bhubaneswar, Ropar, and Mandi.

In the period of 2015 to 2016, six additional IITs in Tirupati, Palakkad, Dharwad, Bhilai, Goa, and Jammu were established following the approval of a 2016 bill amendment. Additionally, the Indian School of Mines Dhanbad was converted into IIT, Dhanbad during this time.

In June 2023, educational authorities from India and Tanzania unveiled plans for the inaugural overseas IIT campus to be situated in the Tanzanian autonomous region of Zanzibar. This satellite campus, an extension of IIT Madras, is slated to commence its academic programs in October 2023.

Different Programmes offered at IITs

The array of programs available at IITs encompasses renowned undergraduate and postgraduate engineering courses. Among these are Computer Science Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Additionally, certain IITs extend their offerings beyond engineering to include design and business management programs. Below is a comprehensive list of the diverse programs available at IITs.

UG Programmes 

• Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) 
• Bachelor of Science (BS) 
• Dual Degree (B.Tech-M.Tech) 
• Dual Degree (BS & MS) 
• Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch) 
• Bachelor of Design (B.Des) 

PG Programmes

• Master of Science (MSc)
• Dual Degree (MSc-PhD)
• Master of Technology (M.Tech)
• Master of Design (M.Des)
• Master of Business Administration (MBA)
• Master of Philosophy (M.Phil)
• Joint MSc-PhD

List of IITs In India

1. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Gandhi Nagar
2. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bhubaneshwar
3. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Madras
4. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Guwahati
5. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Indore
6. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kanpur
7. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Jodhpur
8. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Kharagpur
9. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Hyderabad
10. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mumbai
11. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Patna
12. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Delhi
13. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Ropar
14. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Mandi
15. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Roorkee
16. Indian Institute of Technology (Banaras Hindu University), Varanasi 
17. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Jammu
18. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Palakkad 
19. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Tirupati
20. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Goa
21. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), Bhilai
22. Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dharwad
23. Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad