Page 1 of 71 Post-Graduate Admissions IIT Palakkad 2021-22 Page 2 of 71 CONTENTS 1. The Institute 3 2. About the Post-Graduate Programs 5 2.1 M. Tech. Programs 5 2.2 M.Sc. Programs 7 2.3 Financial Assistance 8 2.4 Scholarships and Freeships 9 2.5 Reservation of Seats 9 3. M.Tech Admissions 3.1 Who can apply for M.Tech? 9 3.2 More details on the Minimum Eligibility: 10 M.Tech. Admissions 3.3 How to apply for M.Tech. Admission? 11 3.4 Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) 11 3.5 Whom to contact in case of queries 12 regarding M.Tech. Admission to IIT Palakkad? 4. M.Sc. Admissions 4.1 Who can apply for M.Sc.? 13 4.2 How to apply for M.Sc. Admission? 13 5. Structure of Fees and Deposits 14 6. Major highlights of Disciplines at IIT Palakkad 6.1 Chemistry 15 6.2 Civil Engineering 19 6.3 Computer Science and Engineering Interdisciplinary M.Tech Programs 27 a) M.Tech in Data Sciences b) M.Tech in System on Chip Design c) M.Tech in Computing and Mathematics 6.4 Electrical Engineering 32 6.5 Humanities and Social Sciences 43 6.6 Mathematics 44 6.7 Mechanical Engineering 45 6.8 Physics 51 7. Academic, Co-curricular and Extracurricular 54 facilities at IIT Palakkad 8. Hostel Facilities and Student Wellness 69 9. Refund Policy 71 Page 3 of 71 1. THE INSTITUTE The Indian Institute of Technology Palakkad (IIT Palakkad) established as an autonomous institute of national importance in 2015 by the Government of India as one of the third generation IITs. IIT Palakkad conducts the undergraduate academic program of B. Tech and research programs leading to M.S and Ph. D in various disciplines. The Academic Block in Ahalia Campus where IIT Palakkad started/continues (partly) functioning Presently the programs are conducted one half in the temporary campus of Ahalia International Foundation and the other half in the Nila campus which houses the transit facilities at the permanent campus site at Pudussery. The permanent campus is about 7km from Palakkad in the Palakkad-Coimbatore highway. The scenically charming sprawling permanent campus is now being developed into an excellent and modern technological campus. As of now, the Institute is proud of fast growth in terms of the very qualified and committed faculty and staff, well equipped laboratories, excellent computing infrastructure, well stacked library and a brilliant student community. Page 4 of 71 Main Entrance to the Nila campus (Transit facilities) A birds-eye view of the Nila Campus (Transit Facilities) Page 5 of 71 2. ABOUT THE POST-GRADUATE PROGRAMS 2.1 M.Tech Programs The four semester M.Tech. Programs are offered in six specialisations at the institute. They are based on the credit system and provide a student with a wide choice of courses. The curricula are drafted carefully to provide the students to realistic Engineering and Technological exposure with strong theoretical foundation. Each program comprises several core and elective courses and project work. The six M.Tech. Programs, beginning in the academic year 2021- 22 are as given in Table 1: Table 1: M.Tech Programs Spcialisation Discipline Minimum qualification for admission Geotechnical Civil Engineering UG degree in Civil Engineering Engineering GATE qualification in CE for HTTA Manufacturing and Materials Engineering Mechanical UG degree in Mechanical/ Engineering Production Engineering GATE qualification in ME / PI for HTTA Data Science Multidisciplinary UG degree in Computer (Computer Science Science and Engineering / and Engineering/ Information Technology/ Electrical Electrical Engineering / Engineering/ Electronics and Mathematics/ Communication Engineering/ Humanities and Instrumentation Engineering/ Social Science/ Civil Civil Engineering/ Agricultural Engineering/ Engineering / Mechanical Mechanical Engineering / Aerospace Engineering/Physics) Engineering Page 6 of 71 Masters in Mathematics /App. Mathematics /Statistics / Operational Research M.Sc Physics with project/course in the following topics: (1) Astrophysics and/or Astronomy, (2) Statistical Physics and Condensed Matter, (3) Quantum Information and Quantum Many-Body Theory GATE qualification in CS / IT / EC / EE / IN/ CE/ AG / ME/ AE / MA / ST / PH for HTTA Computer Science and System-on-Chip Design Engineering / UG degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering and Engineering / Electrical Engineering / Electronics and Communication Engineering/ Instrumentation Engineering GATE qualification in CS / EE / EC / IN for HTTA Computing and Computer Science and UG degree in Computer Science Mathematics Engineering / and Engineering / Information Mathematics Technology Masters in Mathematics GATE qualification in CS / IT / MA for HTTA Power Electronics & Electrical Engineering UG degree in Electrical Power Systems Engineering / Instrumentation Engineering / Electrical and Electronics Engineering GATE qualification in EE for HTTA Page 7 of 71 2.2 M.Sc. Programs The post graduate program of M. Sc. in the disciplines of Chemistry, Physics and Mathematics is intended to take the students to a higher and specialized realm in the respective disciplines. M. Sc. at IIT Palakkad is a 4-semesters long program. The entry qualifications to the M.Sc. programs of IIT Palakkad are given in Table 2. The carefully chosen curriculum drafted by a team of experts from academia and industries provides for sound theoretical base and ample practical exposure. The curriculum provides for choice of Elective courses and aims at equipping the students to take up careers in industry, in R&D and in academia. In the case of the curriculum of M. Sc. (Chemistry) a paradigm shift in treating Chemistry as Structure, Dynamics and Synthesis perceptibly deviating from conventional practices. In the curriculum of M. Sc. (Physics) theoretical coverage is included along with considerable scope for hands on training. M. Sc. program in Mathematics provides students with a strong mathematical foundation and gives them opportunities to specialize in such diverse areas as pure mathematics, applied mathematics, data sciences and theoretical computer science. Table 2. The M.Sc. Programs Discipline Minimum qualifications for admission Chemistry JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) qualified candidates having Bachelor’s degree with Chemistry as a subject for 3 years/ 6 semesters and Mathematics at (10+2) level. JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) qualified candidates Physics having Bachelor’s degree with Physics as a subject for at least 2 years / 4 semesters and Mathematics for at least 1 year/ 2 semesters. JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) qualified candidates Mathematics having Bachelor’s degree with Mathematics courses for at least 2 years / 4 semesters. Page 8 of 71 2.3 Financial Assistance (Half Time Teaching Assistantship (HTTA) – [For M.Tech. students (Indian Nationals only)] Financial assistance in the form of Half-Time Teaching Assistantship (HTTA) at the rate of Rs.12,400/- p.m. (tenable for a maximum period of 24 months) will be awarded to Indian Nationals doing the M.Tech. Programs, subject to Institute rules. Only candidates admitted under Category A of Section 3.1 are eligible for HTTA. HTTA students are required to assist the Institute’s academic and curricular activities for 8 hours of work per week. These activities could be related to activities such as laboratory demonstration, tutorials, evaluation of assignments, test papers, seminars, research projects, etc. 2.4 The Scholarships and Freeships available to M.Sc. students are as follows: a) Institute MCM Scholarship for 25% of sanctioned intake/admitted strength whichever is less. In this case, the full tuition fee will be waived and will include a monthly payment of Rs. 1000/-. b) Prof. Valsakumar Memorial Scholarships for M.Sc. Physics Students. i. Merit Award for one student with a certificate of appreciation and Rs. 5000/- prize money. ii. Prof. Valsakumar Merit cum Means Scholarship for one student of Rs.35000/- per semester. 2.5 Reservation of Seats Seats are reserved for Indian Nationals under the categories, SC/ ST/ OBC (Non- creamy layer), PwD (Persons with Disability) and Economically Weak General category students (EWS) according to the Government of India rules. Page 9 of 71 3. M. Tech. ADMISSIONS 3.1 Who can apply for M.Tech.? A) GATE qualified candidates with Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Technology as given in Table 1 either completed or to be completed by July 2021. B) Candidates sponsored by the Industries, established Institutes/ R&D Organizations/National laboratories and fulfilling educational qualifications listed in Table 1 are eligible to apply provided a) employer grants 2 years of study leave and (b) employer undertakes to financially support the candidate for the entire duration of 2 years. The sponsored candidates do not require GATE qualification. C) Foreign nationals who got Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology and a valid GRE score are eligible to apply D) DEFENCE SPONSORED CANDIDATES Selected Candidates who are sponsored by Defence Authority (Research & Training and Post Graduate Training) . E) IIT B.Tech Graduates IIT B.Tech graduates who have secured a CGPA greater than 8.0 will be eligible for the M.Tech program. 3.2 More Details on the Minimum Eligibility: for M.Tech. Admission A) FOR GATE QUALIFIED CANDIDATES Candidates qualified in GATE 2019, GATE 2020 or GATE 2021 and satisfying one of the qualifications given in Table 1. (i) Bachelor’s degree** in Engineering / Technology from educational Institutions approved by AICTE/ Government of India (ii) Degrees obtained through Distance