GENERAL FAQs

Q1. How do we reach the IIT Jodhpur campus from Jodhpur Airport / Railway Station / Bus Station?

IIT Jodhpur is located on the outskirts of Jodhpur on National Highway 65 at Karwar Village, about 24 km from the railway station and 25 km from the airport. It takes approximately 45 mins from the airport and 40 mins from the railway station.

By Rail: Connected to Delhi, Mumbai, Kolkata, Chennai, Hyderabad, Kota, Kanpur, Ahmedabad, Indore, Bhopal, Jabalpur, Guwahati, Nagpur, Lucknow and Jaipur.

By Air: Daily flights from Delhi and Mumbai. Indigo and Air India operates these routes.

By Road: Connected by highway to Jaipur, Jaisalmer, Udaipur and Ahmedabad. Buses ply from Delhi, Jaipur, Ahmedabad and Vadodara.

From Airport: Prepaid auto/taxi to NH-65, Nagaur Road, Karwad (via Mandore). About 28 km from airport.

From Railway Station: Exit from Platform No. 1. Prepaid auto/taxi to NH-65, Nagaur Road, Karwad (via Mandore). About 26 km from station. Apart from this Institute buses are also available, click here (https://iitj.ac.in/office-of-security-transports/en/Transport) for schedule.

Q2. How developed is the IIT Jodhpur campus at Karwad?

The permanent campus spans 852 acres, about 24 km from Jodhpur city centre on NH-65. It is the first fully-planned technical institute campus in India, featuring separate hostels, a supermarket, library, Lecture Hall Complex, 24-hour Health Centre with ambulance, residential and sports areas, and department-specific zones restaurant, etc.

Q3. What are the good places to hang out in Jodhpur?

Jodhpur is a tourist hotspot. Key attractions near campus: Mehrangarh Fort (about 28 km from campus), Jaswant Thada, Umaid Bhawan Palace, Balsamand Lake, Kaylana Lake and Jodhpur City market. Bus services run between the Institute and city at regular intervals.

Q4. How is the weather at IIT Jodhpur campus?

Jodhpur is known as the Sun City with a dry, hot desert climate. Average annual rainfall: about 32 cm. Summer: Max 42°C, Min 37°C. Winter: Max 27.5°C, Min 10°C. It rains in July and August. We suggest to carry an umbrella.

Q5. Are there any wild animals in the IIT Jodhpur campus?

Snakes, scorpions, deer and small creatures may be spotted in less-traversed areas at night. However, Students are provided with all the safety measures. Each room has a window net to prevent insects from entering.

Q6. What if I get lost on campus?

Guards are posted at every corner of the campus and will assist you. A campus road map will also be provided.

Q7. What kind of accommodation is available for students?

Hostel rooms are allotted on the reporting date itself, not before. All rooms are air-conditioned.

Q8. Where will freshers be accommodated?

Freshers are accommodated in the hostel buildings. Detailed room allotment information will be provided on the reporting date.

Q9. Will there be accommodation for my parents when I arrive?

No accommodation is provided to parents. Students receive their hostel room on the reporting date.

Q10. Is a guest house available for parents on campus? What are the nearby hotels?

No guest house is available for parents. Nearby hotels:

Mango Hotels Jodhpur Ratanada — about 29 km. Rajwara Palace, Opp. Govt. Veterinary Hospital, Ratanada, Jodhpur 342001. Contact: 0291 251 5242

Hotel Red Oak — about 20 km. Bikaner-Barmer Road, Near Over Bridge, Mandore, Jodhpur 342304. Contact: 094144 10691

Chandra Inn — about 30.1 km. Airport Rd, Air Force Area, Jodhpur 342001. Contact: 0291 267 0583

Hotel Residency Palace — about 29.9 km. Senapati Bhawan, Central Academy Road, Ratanada, Jodhpur 342011. Contact: 094133 25500

Lords Inn Jodhpur — about 30.7 km. Plot No 1C, PWD Circle, High Court Colony Road, Ratanada, Jodhpur 342001. Contact: 070732 21113

Shree Ram International — about 30.4 km. Near Panch Batti Circle, Residency Road, Air Force Area, Jodhpur 342011. Contact: 0291 267 1100

The Fern Residency Hotel — about 28.8 km. 1B/A, Shiv Mandir Road, Subhash Chowk, Ratanada, Jodhpur 342001. Contact: 0291 251 4444

OYO 1174 Shanti Bhawan Heritage — about 29.1 km. Opposite Railway Station, Ratanada, Jodhpur 342001. Contact: 083770 04514

Q11. Is there ragging? Does IIT Jodhpur have policies against it?

Ragging is strictly prohibited and punishable. IITJ has an Anti-Ragging Squad and takes strict action against any reported instance.

Q12. Can freshers bring laptops in the first semester? How is internet on campus?

Yes, laptops are allowed from day one (optional). LAN and Wi-Fi are available in all hostels and academic buildings. Computer centres are accessible during normal office hours.

Q13. What are the bank and ATM facilities on campus?

There is an SBI branch, a Canara Bank branch, and SBI, HDFC bank ATM are available within the campus.

Q14. What is the holiday schedule of IIT Jodhpur?

Saturdays and Sundays are non-working. Other holidays are in the academic calendar: https://iitj.ac.in/office-of-academics/en/academic-calendar

Q15. What extra-curricular activities and clubs are available?

Student Gymkhana operates through seven societies: Sports & Games Society, Cultural & Literary Society, Design & Arts Society, Science & Technology Society, Academics & Careers Society, Campus Life Society, Student Elected Representatives Society. Hostel activities are organized through Students Regatta. Major fests: Varchas (sports), Ignus (techno-cultural-social), Spandan (intra-college), Unplugged Night etc.

Q16. What are the medical facilities on campus?

Primary Health Centre with 24x7 routine health services, 24-hour ambulance service, six hospitals in Jodhpur city empanelled by the Institute, and a Medical Board with senior doctors from the Medical College and AIIMS.

Q17. What scholarships and financial assistance are available?

Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarships are awarded to up to 25% of B.Tech. students. Tuition fee waivers are also available for students with special financial circumstances. For more information, please visit https://iitj.ac.in/office-of-students/en/scholarships

Q18. What is the procedure for getting the MCM scholarship?

Submit the application form (available at Office of Students) along with: (1) Annual Income Certificate (Form 16) — family income must not exceed Rs. 6.0 Lakhs p.a. (2) Copy of Income Tax Returns (ITR) for the current assessment year. Submit to: Coordinator (Students), Office of Students.

Q19. Which companies have offered placements to students?

Private Industries: Amazon, Barclays, Flipkart, Finisar, Goldman Sachs, Google, Havells, Honda Cars, Hyundai, Infosys, Renault Nissan, Samsung, Snapdeal, Tata Motors, Mahindra & Mahindra, Microsoft, Morgan Stanley.

Public Sector: HPCL, Indian Army, Indian Navy, ISRO, and more. Full list: https://spc.iitj.ac.in/past-recruiters

Q20. What kind of training do students get for internships?

Sessions organised by the Academics & Careers Society and Student Placement Cell cover personality development, industry exposure, and career readiness among others.

Q21. Are there any mentorship programs available?

Yes. One faculty member is allocated to a group of students. Freshers also receive a counselling team member for queries and support.

Q22. How many girls' hostels are there? Will all first-year female students be in the same hostel?

As of now, There are five girls' hostels at IIT Jodhpur. All first-year female students are accommodated in the same hostel.

Q23. Is it safe for female students on campus and nearby?

The campus has round-the-clock professional security with guards at each hostel and registered entry/exit logs. Nearby institutions like NIFT and NLU are in the vicinity. It is advisable to stay within campus during odd hours.

Q24. Is there any cell or club specifically for female students?

Yes — the Women Cell, IIT Jodhpur, functions under the Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal) Act, 2013.

ACADEMICS FAQs

Q1. What is the seat allocation procedure?

JOSAA seat allocation is conducted in 6 rounds plus two mock rounds. Students must register and fill choices, then report at the nearest centre for document verification and select Freeze, Slide, or Float.

Q2. What are the different kinds of programs at IIT Jodhpur?

Full list: http://iitj.ac.in/academics/index.php?id=programs

Q3. How do I fill up my choices for various undergraduate programs?

Check last year's cutoffs for your desired branch against your rank. Fill choices a few hundred ranking points above and below your rank. Fill as many choices as possible — there is no limit.

Q4. Can I change my department post-admission?

No, Branch change option is not available.

Q5. What academic programs are available and under which departments?

Institute offers various academic programs. Visit the following site for more information: https://iitj.ac.in/office-of-academics/en/list-of-academic-programs

Q6. Will we be buying books or can we get them from the library?

Books can be borrowed with a valid Institute ID. A special Book Bank collection exists for SC/ST students per GoI norms; apply during the schedule announced by Book Bank volunteers.

Q7. What about laboratories and research facilities at IIT Jodhpur?

Key labs: Advance Manufacturing Laboratory, Biomolecular Information Processing Laboratory, Central Workshop, Chemical Biology Laboratory, Chemistry Laboratory, Control/DSP/Microprocessor Laboratory, Electro Mechanical Energy Conversion Laboratory, Robotics Laboratory, Fluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer Laboratory, Material Testing & Solid Mechanics Laboratory, Samsung AR-VR Innovation Laboratory, Tinkering Lab. See: http://iitj.ac.in/research/index.php?id=research_facilities, https://iitj.ac.in/aiot-fab-facility/en/aiot-fab-facility?

Q8. What will the courses in the 1st semester of B.Tech. be?

Most first-semester courses are common across all branches. See: http://iitj.ac.in/academics/index.php?id=curriculum

REGISTRATION FAQs

Q1. How about registration? What items need to be brought and what are the procedures?

UG: Bring originals and at least 2 photocopies of each: JEE Mains & Advanced score cards for UG and GATE, NET, JAM score cards for PG, proof of address, identity proof, passport-size photographs, caste certificate (if applicable), domicile certificate, and any other documents listed on the official website/offer latter. The registration procedure will be explained in detail by SWC members upon arrival.

Q2. What about community/caste certificate, fee payment, and other formalities?

Caste certificate: Bring your certificate; use the specific format if mentioned on the official website. Fee payment: Done via erp. Date of portal opening will be communicated. Student loan: Complete all related documents if applying.

Q3. What forms are required at the time of admission? What about medical certificates?

Required forms: (1) Registration verification form (Acceptance of Admission), (2) Student bio-data form, (3) Medical form (IITJ format preferred), (4) Anti-ragging undertaking, (5) Student undertaking for alcohol, (6) Harassment undertaking, (7) Regular attendance undertaking, (8) Code of conduct, (9) Academic registration form, (10) Proof of payment, (11) Character certificate from previous institute, (12) Aadhaar card, (13) Four passport-size photographs and any other documents listed on the mail received from IITJ.

Q4. Will there be any other formalities after registration?

No. Once the full registration process is complete (fees paid and all documents submitted), there are generally no further formalities.

For further queries, contact SWC IITJ at: wellbeing@iitj.ac.in