IIT Madras retains top spot as the most chosen engineering college for JEE aspirants.
IIT Madras has once again proven why it is considered India’s best engineering college. The institute, which has been ranked number one in the NIRF rankings for 10 years in a row, continues to attract the highest number of student choices in JEE Main and JEE Advanced counselling.
New Courses Gain Popularity
This year, IIT Madras introduced two new BTech programmes—Computational Engineering and Mechanics, and Instrumentation and Biomedical Engineering. Both courses immediately caught the attention of students:
Computational Engineering and Mechanics received 14,117 preferences.
Instrumentation and Biomedical Engineering was chosen by 8,371 students.
The response shows that young aspirants are increasingly drawn to emerging and interdisciplinary fields that combine technology with innovation.
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AI and Aerospace Lead the Way
Among existing courses, two stood out with significant growth in demand:
The five-year Aerospace Engineering programme saw its choice count rise from 9,505 in 2024 to 11,069 in 2025, an increase of 16.45%.
The BTech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Analytics grew from 20,323 to 23,015 choices, a jump of 13.25%.
This trend shows a balance between futuristic fields like AI, which remain highly popular, and traditional areas like Aerospace, which are once again gaining strong interest.
Rising Demand Across All Courses
What makes the data more impressive is that every single programme at IIT Madras recorded growth, ranging from 8% to 16%. Experts believe this reflects the institute’s strong reputation, cutting-edge research facilities, and excellent placement opportunities, making it the top dream destination for engineering students across the country.
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