About Department of Aerospace Engineering, IIT Madras
Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras, started in 1969, teaches B.Tech, Dual Degree and M.Tech programmes and supervises MS and PhD research in four core areas.
The Department of Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras was set up in 1969. Its course-based programmes are the B.Tech, the Dual Degree and the M.Tech, and its research degrees are the MS (by Research) and PhD. Teaching and research are grouped into four areas: aerodynamics, flight mechanics, aerospace propulsion and aerospace structures. Undergraduates come in through JEE Advanced, while M.Tech students usually come through GATE. The department keeps its own website, linked from the IIT Madras page, with details of its laboratories, faculty and research groups.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology Accepts: JEE Advanced |
Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology Accepts: GATE |
Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test, Interview
B.Tech and Dual Degree places are filled through JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling. M.Tech applicants apply on the IIT Madras M.Tech admission portal, generally using GATE. MS (by Research) and PhD candidates apply in the IIT Madras research admission rounds and are selected after a test or interview.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Labs
- Library
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Frequently asked questions
When was Aerospace Engineering at IIT Madras set up?
In 1969.
Which research areas does the department cover?
Aerodynamics, flight mechanics, aerospace propulsion and aerospace structures.
What programmes are offered?
B.Tech, Dual Degree, M.Tech, MS (by Research) and PhD.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Aerospace Engineering - IIT Madras · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- IIT Madras M.Tech Information Brochure 2025 · Prospectus PDF, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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