Indian Institute of Technology - [IIT], Hyderabad

Indian Institute of Technology Hyderabad, established in 2008 with mentoring from IIT Madras and support from the Government of Japan, has rapidly emerged as one of India's most innovative engineering institutions. Located on a 576-acre campus in Kandi, Sangareddy district near Hyderabad, IIT Hyderabad is unique among IITs for its interdisciplinary curriculum that encourages students to explore beyond their core disciplines from the very first year. The institute offers programs across 11 departments and is known for its research strength in artificial intelligence, healthcare technology, heritage science, smart mobility, and cyber-physical systems. IIT Hyderabad houses the Technology Innovation Hub on Autonomous Navigation and Data Acquisition Systems, funded under the National Mission on Interdisciplinary Cyber-Physical Systems. The institute has established strong research collaborations with universities in Japan, the United States, and Europe. Placement statistics show an upward trend with average packages around 17 LPA, with key recruiters including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, and various deep-tech startups.