Indian Institute of Information Technology Dharwad
An Institute of National Importance — est. 2015
About IIIT Dharwad
Indian Institute of Information Technology, Dharwad (IIIT Dharwad), established in 2015 through a unique Public-Private-Partnership by the Ministry of Education, Government of India, in collaboration with the Government of Karnataka and industry partner Keonics, offers world-class education designed to meet industry demands.
The institute offers B.Tech programmes in Computer Science, Electronics and Communication, and Data Science & AI, along with M.Tech (Research) and Ph.D degrees. It is committed to enabling India to sustain its global leadership in IT and related domains.
As an Institute of National Importance, IIIT Dharwad distinguishes itself by focusing on applying information technology to address socially relevant challenges in India, emphasizing innovations that are meaningful, contextual, and transformative.
IIIT Dharwad now offers an M.Tech programme in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, delivered online with the same quality, comprehensive coverage, and outcomes as its on-campus programme.
Rankings & Recognition
Certified by India's apex educational bodies and globally recognized for research excellence and academic standards.
National Institutional Ranking Framework
NIRF Ranking 2024
Top 75
Engineering Category
Govt. of India
Ministry of Education
Institute of National Importance
Statutory Recognition (Active)
Parliament of India
IIIT Act 2017
Notified IIIT
Statutory Establishment (PPP)
Key Highlights
Centre of Excellence in Quantum AI (BIG differentiator)
₹18 Cr Centre of Excellence in Quantum AI & Computing Backed by Karnataka Govt under National Quantum Mission.
Industry-Partnered Curriculum with KEONICS
Curriculum co-designed with Karnataka's nodal IT agency KEONICS to ensure graduates are aligned with real industry requirements in AI, data, and software engineering.
Strong Research & Innovation Focus
Research Across AI, ML, Robotics, IoT & VLSI Multidisciplinary R&D with global-level academic exposure
Growing Placement Performance
82% Placements | 78 LPA Highest Top recruiters across product & tech companies
Featured Programs
Discover world-class technical education at IIIT Dharwad.
M.Tech in Data Science & AI
A prestigious M.Tech degree for working professionals focusing on applied mathematics, machine learning, and advanced AI specializations.
- Hybrid Learning Mode
- PhD Eligibility
