IIIT Allahabad
About
OfficialCenter of Excellence in IT & Allied Areas, deemed university since 2000 with institute of national importance status.
- Established in 1999 as a Centre of Excellence in Information Technology
- Conferred Deemed University status by Government of India in 2000
- Declared Institute of National Importance by Act of Parliament in 2014
- 100-acre campus designed on Penrose Geometry pattern at Devghat, Jhalwa, Prayagraj
- Ranked 11th in India Today 2023 Engineering College Rankings
- Top-ranked for best average salary placements by India Today 2024
Academics
IIIT-A offers a broad spectrum of academic and research endeavors across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. Programs include B.Tech in Information Technology, M.Tech specializations in areas such as Intelligent Systems, Wireless Communication, Bioinformatics, Robotics, Human Computer Interaction, Microelectronics, Software Engineering, and Quantum Information & Technologies. The institute also offers MBA in IT, MS in Cyber Law, and PhD programs. The institute emphasizes excellence through dedicated faculty, administrative officers, and comprehensive support systems.
Campus & Infrastructure
The 100-acre campus is situated at Devghat, Jhalwa, Prayagraj, and is uniquely designed on Penrose Geometry patterns developed by mathematician Roger Penrose. The campus is envisioned as fully residential with faculty, staff, and students housed in different pockets. All academic and residential areas are connected to the institute network. The infrastructure includes computer laboratories, lecture halls, conference rooms, auditorium, library, cafeteria, and sporting facilities including a basketball court.
Facilities & Resources
The institute provides comprehensive support systems including medical facilities through a health centre, multiple laboratories for research and academics, library services, and sports facilities (Gymkhana). Campus facilities support a fully residential environment with dining, accommodation, and recreational amenities. The institute maintains an organized support system for all community needs including grievance redressal, helpdesk services, and various student support portals.
Placements & Outcomes
IIIT-A has earned a worldwide reputation for fostering young minds to become successful and highly valued individuals. The institute was recognized as top-ranked for best average salary placements by India Today for 2024. Since its inception, the institute has contributed to developing professional expertise and skilled manpower in IT and allied research areas, enabling graduates to emerge as leading players in the global arena.
Research & Innovation
The institute has established various research centers including the Center for Intelligent Robotics (Robita), Center for Cyber Security and Critical Infrastructure Protection (CSCCIP), and others. IIIT-A has signed strategic MOUs with leading institutes globally to facilitate excellence in teaching and research. The institute organized 7 consecutive Science Conclaves (2008-2014) bringing together Nobel laureates, Turing awardees, and leading scientists to inspire and impart knowledge to students.