IIT-M starts 2 more BTech programmes
Chennai: IIT Madras will launch two BTech programmes in
and mechanics, and
from 2025-26.
Computational engineering and mechanics will prepare students for future digital engineering careers, where physical systems converge with computational and artificial intelligence.
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It blends classical engineering knowledge with modern computational tools and will position graduates to address future complex, real-world engineering challenges.
The instrumentation and biomedical engineering programme will train students to develop next-generation medical devices by integrating core biomedical engineering with strong foundations in electrical and instrumentation engineering.
Students who clear JEE (advanced) can choose these two new programmes in the upcoming Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JOSAA) counselling. They will have a total student strength of 40 each.
"The new BTech programmes shall address all novel concepts relevant to industry 5.0, health technology, and advanced manufacturing areas," IIT-M director V Kamakoti said in a release. Both programmes offer students the opportunity to upgrade to the five-year dual degree (BTech + MTech) through interdisciplinary
.
"These cutting-edge programmes will equip students with a strong systems approach to problem-solving, blending core engineering principles with the latest technological advancements," said professor Sayan Gupta, head, department of applied mechanics and biomedical engineering, IIT-M.
In computational engineering and mechanics, students will study computational methods, including machine learning, data science, and high-performance computing, along with foundational training in solid and fluid mechanics, core electrical engineering, and material science.
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They will pursue careers in aerospace, robotics, automotive, manufacturing, smart infrastructure, sustainable energy, and digital twin design.
In instrumentation and biomedical engineering, students will learn application-driven topics such as IoT, AI, and web-enabled medical technologies. It prepares graduates for roles in the medical device industry, rehabilitation technologies, and AI-driven healthcare systems.
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