IIT Madras BS Degree Admission 2026 (January Session)
IIT Madras has announced the admissions for the BS Degree for the January 2026 batch. The application process will commence on January 1, 2026. This article provides detailed information regarding the requirements, application link, and the admission process for prospective students.
Overview of IIT Madras BS Degree Programs
IIT Madras offers two BS Degree programs:
- BS in Data Science and Applications
- BS in Electronic Systems
These programs are open to all candidates who have completed their 10+2 education or its equivalent, regardless of age or academic background.
Important Dates for IIT Madras BS Degree Admission 2026
Below are the key dates related to the admission process:
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Qualifier Application Form Opens | January 1, 2026 |
| Qualifier Application Form Closes | January 31, 2026 |
| Qualifier Phase Week 1 Starts | February 6, 2026 |
| Qualifier Exam 1-1 | March 15, 2026 |
| Qualifier Exam 1-1 Results | March 19, 2026 |
| Course Registration Opens (if passed) | March 19, 2026 |
| Course Registration Closes (if passed) | March 20, 2026 |
| Qualifier 1-2: Re-attempt Form Opens | March 19, 2026 |
| Qualifier 1-2: Re-attempt Form Closes | March 20, 2026 |
| Qualifier Exam 1-2 Results | April 12, 2026 |
| Qualifier 2-2: Re-attempt Form Opens | April 16, 2026 |
| Qualifier 2-2: Re-attempt Form Closes | April 17, 2026 |
| Qualifier Exam 2-2: Re-attempt | May 10, 2026 |
| Qualifier Exam 2-2 Results | May 14, 2026 |
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Madras BS Degree Admission 2026
To enroll in the BS Degree programs, candidates must meet the following eligibility criteria:
BS in Data Science and Applications
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed Class 12 or an equivalent examination.
- Other Requirements: Candidates should have studied Mathematics and English in Class 10.
BS in Electronic Systems
- Educational Qualification: Candidates must have completed Class 12 or an equivalent examination with Physics and Mathematics.
- Other Requirements: Students who have passed Mathematics and Physics separately through NIOS or any other equivalent organization are eligible to apply.
Accepted Class 12 Equivalents
The following qualifications are recognized as equivalent to the Class 12 standard:
- A Diploma recognized by AICTE or a state board of technical education of at least 3 years duration.
- Any public school/board/university examination in India or abroad recognized as equivalent by the Association of Indian Universities (AIU).
- Final examination of the two-year course of the Joint Services Wing of the National Defence Academy.
- General Certificate Education (GCE) examination at the Advanced (A) level.
- High School Certificate Examination of Cambridge University or International Baccalaureate Diploma.
- Higher Secondary Certificate vocational examination.
- Intermediate or two-year Pre-University examination conducted by a recognized board/university.
- Senior Secondary School Examination conducted by the National Institute of Open Schooling with a minimum of five subjects.
Admission Process for IIT Madras BS Degree 2026
The admission process for the IIT Madras BS Degree involves the following steps:
- Visit the official website: iitm.ac.in/academics/study-at-iitm/non-campus-bs-programmes
- Select the desired BS degree program.
- Sign in using your Google account to access the application form dashboard.
- Fill out the application form with the required details.
- Pay the application fee.
- After payment, submit further details and upload the required documents.
Note that once the payment has been made, candidates cannot make any changes to their application. After uploading the required documents, candidates will be allowed to start the qualifier phase, which includes coursework, assignments, and the qualifier exam.
Documents Required for IIT Madras BS Degree Admission 2026
Applicants must submit the following documents to complete their admission process:
- Passport size photograph (JPEG/JPG format, 50KB-150KB)
- Signature (JPEG/JPG format, 4KB-150KB)
- Photo ID Card Scan (Aadhar Card, PAN Card
