Admissions to IITs are determined by JEE Advanced ranks, managed by the Indian government, while IIITs require a five-round admission process with initial fees that are largely refundable if not selected. The cutoff for admission typically hovers around a 1100 rank in JEE Mains. Faculty at these institutions are highly qualified with Ph.D. degrees, offering a favorable faculty-to-student ratio of about 1:14 to 1:15, ensuring personalized attention. Tuition fees are approximately INR 1.10 lakh per semester, with hostel and mess fees bringing the total to INR 1.37 lakh per semester.
For lower-income students, scholarships are available, such as the Merit-cum-Means scholarship and the Vidyalakshmi scheme, which provides zero interest loans for five years. IIT Hyderabad boasts an almost 100% placement rate, with top companies like Microsoft and Google recruiting graduates, offering packages up to INR 90 LPA. The average package for CSE students is around INR 29.68 LPA, and overall averages are approximately INR 20 LPA. Internship opportunities are abundant, with stipends between INR 20,000 and 2 lakhs for summer roles, and the college supports international internships and entrepreneurship via a dedicated cell.
Scholarships and financial aid are available for those with family incomes under INR 8 lakhs, with opportunities for reserved categories and women. Total education costs for four years amount to about INR 13,60,000, including all fees, with scholarships significantly reducing financial burdens for eligible students.
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