Olympiad Admissions 2024
About Olympiad:
This mode is for admissions to our undergraduate and dual degree programmes, for applicants who have the distinction of being selected for Olympiads at the national level. In appreciation of their distinction, applicants in this mode will be shortlisted and called directly for an interview. The decision on final offer of admission is solely based on the interview performance.
Graduates of dual degree programmes earn two degrees: B.Tech and MS. The Masters degree requires completion of a research thesis. The programme prepares students for research-oriented jobs and higher studies. The duration of the programme is 5-years.
Am I eligible ?
You are eligible if you passed 12th class or equivalent this year, by July 2024, with Maths, Physics and Chemistry, and belong to any of the following categories:
- Selected for training to represent India at certified International Olympiads in Informatics, Linguistics, Mathematics or Science (Astronomy, Biology, Chemistry and Physics) during the last 4 years. The qualifying Olympiads for each programme have been listed in the table below. Other Olympiads (including the Junior Science Olympiad) will not be considered.
- Selected for the Indian team at the certified International Olympiads during the last 4 years. The qualifying Olympiads for each programme have been listed in the table below. In this category, applicants are eligible for the 4-year undergraduate program (in addition to the 5-year dual-degree program) once they are selected through the interviews.
- Received a gold or silver medal at the Indian National Olympiad in Informatics (INOI) during the last 4 years. In this category, applicants are eligible for only the CSD programme.
Note:
- Applicants are allowed to apply in only one of the above categories.
- If you qualify for interview through both OLYMPIAD and UGEE modes, you will be interviewed by the UGEE panel and will be considered for all the programs listed in your preferences.
| Programme abbreviation | Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) | Master of Science (MS) by Research | Qualifying Olympiad with Official Link |
|---|---|---|---|
CND  |
Computer Science | Computational Natural Sciences | Science, Maths (selected for national training) |
| CLD |
Computer Science | Computational Linguistics | IOL, PLO (selected for national training) |
| CSD |
Computer Science and Engineering | Computer Science and Engineering | IOI, INOI, Maths (selected for national training, or received gold/silver medal at INOI) |
| ECD |
Electronics and Communication Engineering | Electronics and Communication Engineering | Maths (selected for national training) |
| CSE | Computer Science and Engineering | – | IOI, IOL, Science, Maths (selected to represent India) |
| ECE | Electronics and Communication Engineering | – | IOI, IOL, Science, Maths (selected to represent India) |
The list below has the details of Certified Olympiads:
- Indian National Olympiad in Informatics (INOI)
- The INOI is conducted annually by Indian Association for Research in Computer Science (IARCS).
- Science Olympiad (Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Astronomy)
- The Olympiad is conducted by Homi Bhabha Center for Science Education (HBCSE) under the control of Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Govt. of India.
- Mathematics Olympiad
- The Mathematics Olympiad is conducted by Homi Bhabha Center for Science Education (HBCSE) on behalf of National Board for Higher Mathematics (NBHM) of the Department of Atomic Energy (DAE), Govt. of India. The Olympiad programme culminates with the selection and participation of the students in the international IMO.
- International Linguistics Olympiad (IOL) / Paninian Linguistics Olympiad (PLO)
- The International Linguistics Olympiad (IOL) is one of the 12 International Science Olympiads and has been held annually since 2003. The Paninian Linguistics Olympiad (PLO) is conducted by Faculty from India’s premier Educational Institutes and some of India’s top Computational Linguists.
What do I need to do to apply?
To apply, you need to register online and fill an application form by the announced deadline.
Application Fee: INR 2,000 (Non-refundable)
Applications are closed
Interview
Shortlisted candidates will have to clear an interview to gain admission. The decision on final offer of admission is solely based on the interview performance and the decision of the interview committee is final.
Date of interviews: 11th to 12th June 2024 (Online)
Tuition fee:
- INR 4,00,000 for the academic year 2024-25.
- Hostel and Mess fees extra; these charges will be on par with the other students at the institute.
- Payment of Initial Fee:
- Candidates who have been allotted a seat should confirm the acceptance of the seat by paying the seat allotment fee and tuition fee for one semester, on or before the acceptance dates announced with the seat allotment.
- The seat allotment fee of INR 10,000 (non refundable) and first semester tuition fee of INR 2,00,000 should be paid online through the payment portal.
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Seat Allocation, Acceptance and Cancellation Details:
| Round | Announcement | Accept by | Cancel by | Refund amount |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Allotment | 21stJune 2024 | 28th June 2024 | 28th June 2024 | 180000 |
| – | – | – | 5th July 2024 | 150000 |
| – | – | – | 11th July 2024 | 100000 |
| – | – | – | 18th July 2024 | 50000 |
| – | – | – | 24th July 2024 | 10000 |