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Indian Institute of Technology Bombay

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Fall, Spring, Summer
Mumbai, India (Map)
Deadline for 2025/26 exchange terms will be announced Fall 2024.

General 

Exchange Student Information (Visiting Student)

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Established in 1958, the second of its kind, IIT Bombay was the first ti be set up with foreign assistance, the then Soviet Union. In 1961 Parliament decreed the IITs as ‘Institutes of National Importance’. Since then, IITB has grown from strength to strength to emerge as one of the top technical universities in the world. 


The institute is recognized worldwide as a leader in the field of engineering education and research. Reputed for the outstanding calibre of students graduating from its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, the institute attracts the best students from the country for its bachelor’s, master’s and doctoral programmes. Research and academic programmes at IIT Bombay are driven by outstanding faculty, many of whom are reputed for their research contributions internationally. 

Located in Powai, one of the northern suburbs of Mumbai, the residents of the institute reap the advantage of being in the busy financial capital of India, while at the same time enjoying the serenity of a campus known for its natural beauty. A fully residential institute, all its students are accommodated in its 15 hostels with in-house dining; the campus also provides excellent amenities for sports and other recreational facilities. 

This is a new partner. No exchange reports available yet.

Eligibility 
Undergraduate, Graduate, PhD or Post-Doctoral
Students in all SFU disciplines
A minimum CGPA of 2.67 is required

Students applying to IIT Bombay must be prepared to request two academic references from faculty members for their host applilcation, if nominated. 

Available Exchange Terms 
Autumn Semester
July - Nov
Spring Semester
January - April

Academics 
English
Biological Sciences, Business, Chemistry, Computing Science, Earth Sciences, Economics, Engineering Science, Environment and Environmental Science, Humanities, Interactive Arts and Technology, Mathematics, Mechatronic Systems Engineering, Philosophy, Physics, Psychology, Resource and Environmental Management, Statistics

Exchanges: The names of the subject areas may be different at the partner. The above does not guarantee availability in a specific term or language, nor how courses taken on exchange will transfer back to SFU. This list may be subject to change. Use the above list as a guideline for exploring academic options at the partner.

Academic Calendar

Course Catalogue
IIT Bombay Rules and Regulations (Received in 2017)

 

  • Credit Structure (Page 7)
  • Grading Pattern (Page 24-26)

 

 
1 IITB Credit = 0.5 SFU unit *this credit ratio is subject to change without prior notice

There is currently no Exchange Credit History for this university. Please contact studyabroad@sfu.ca for more information.

Accommodation 

Please note the below reflects the standard accommodation options at this institution, but is subject to change.
University residence / dorms (on-campus)
Housing arrangements are made by the host institution upon admission
Term Apply
Application Closed
Type:
Exchange

Program Provider

SFU

Host Institution

Indian Institute of Technology Bombay
Indian Institute of Technology Bombay, the second IIT to be set up in 1958, is recognized worldwide as a leader in the field of engineering education and research. It is reputed for the quality of its faculty and the outstanding calibre of students graduating from its undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The Institute has a total of 15 academic departments, 16 centres, one school and four Interdisciplinary programmes. Over the last five decades, more than 50,000 engineers and scientists have graduated from the institute. It is served by more than 602 faculty members considered not only amongst the best within the country, but also highly recognized in the world for achievements in the field of education and research. The Institute is recognized as one of the top centres of academic excellence in the country. Over the years, there has been dynamic progress at IIT Bombay in both academic and research activities, including a parallel improvement in facilities and infrastructure to match the best institutions in the world.