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Admission to IIIT Hyderabad is based on the national-level entrance exam. To secure a seat at IIIT Hyderabad for M.Tech course, candidates should appear for the PGEE entrance exam. The total seat intake for M.Tech is 180. Find below the total seat intake for the M.Tech with various specialisations:

The deadlines for submitting applications for Indian students at Abu Dhabi University are as follows:
Fall Semester: Aug 25, 2025 
Winter Semester: Dec 29, 2025
Summer Semester: Jun 28, 2025 

Abu Dhabi University is famous for its quality education, cultural acceptance and ROI. The university is known for offering best academic programs at UG and PG levels for its international students.  

• It has also been ranked #391 in the QS World University Rankings 2026 and is dedicated to empowering outstanding students and inspiring them to pursue higher education.
• As per Times Higher Education, Abu Dhabi University is ranked at #201-250 under the category of "World University Rankings 2026". 

Studying in UAE, including Abu Dhabi, has become a favored choice among Indian students due to its strategic location, safety, diverse cultural environment, relaxed labor laws, migration opportunities, and quality of life. Besides, extreme competition at India’s top universities is pushing students to seek higher education abroad, and the UAE has emerged as a top pick due to the availability of quality education and the opportunity to avoid high competition back home.

For undergraduate admissions, the university's website states a minimum TOEFL score of 70 for the iBT and 525 for the ITP. However, for specific programs such as the College of Law, a minimum score of 85 in High School (Grade 12) is required.

Abu Dhabi University also accepts the following English proficiency tests for admission:
Academic IELTS with a minimum band score of 5.0
English EmSat with a minimum score of 1100
Institutional TOEFL (ITP) with a minimum score of 500. 

Most of the scholarships offered at Abu Dhabi University are merit based. So, for the eligibility, you need to meet certain academic criteria. For instance, the H.H. Sheikh Hamdan Bin Zayed Scholarship and the Abu Dhabi University Scholarship typically require a minimum EmSAT Math score of 1,200, an EmSAT English score of 1,600, and an EmSAT Arabic score of 900 for all colleges. For detailed information on each scholarship and its specific requirements, you may refer to the official Abu Dhabi University website.

The Abu Dhabi University offers several scholarships for international students, including:
University Scholarship
Academic Scholarship
Athletic Scholarship
Family Tuition Waiver
Merit-Based Graduate Scholarship
Alumni Scholarship

In addition to the university scholarships, students at Abu Dhabi University are entitled to a 20% tuition fee waiver, and there are also scholarships available for athletes, merit-based graduate scholarships, and alumni scholarships. To apply for Abu Dhabi University scholarships, students can visit the university's official website and apply online through the application portal. 

Yes, an average Indian student can join Abu Dhabi University. The admission requirements for undergraduate programs include a high school leaving certificate, high school transcripts, or foundation results, as well as a minimum GPA of 2.8. For postgraduate programs, a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.5 on a 4.0 scale is required.

Yes, Abu Dhabi University has a significant number of international students. It has over 7,000 multinational students from 100 nationalities. Moreover, the university was ranked 14th globally, with 59.6% of its students being international students. 

International students at Abu Dhabi University may find opportunities in areas such as on-campus work, internships, academic positions, and administrative roles. For more specific information, students can directly contact the university's student employment programme or career services office. Current ADU students may apply for part-time on-campus work as long as they meet the Student Employment Program's (SEP) eligibility criteria. 

Some of the most preferred courses by Indian students at Abu Dhabi University include Master of Science in Information Technology, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Civil Engineering, Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering, and Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering. Some of the popular courses in the UAE are computer Science and information systems, engineering and technology, business and management, tourism and hospitality management, architecture, and aerospace engineering. 

Abu Dhabi University boasts a number of impressive rankings. According to the Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings 2023, it was ranked 58th out of 963 institutions across 78 countries in the world. It is also ranked 14th globally for the highest proportion of international students and 264th globally for research citations. In the QS World University Rankings 2024, it is ranked #580. 

The fee structure for the Bachelor of Commerce (B.Com) programme varies depending on the specific institution referred to as "G.R.D. College." Here are details for two prominent institutions: 

 Dr. G.R. Damodaran College of Science (GRDCS), Coimbatore: Approximately 50,000 to 1,36,000 per year,

 GRD Institute of Management and Technology (GRD IMT), Dehradun: 66,000

Living at Abu Dhabi University can be relatively affordable. In terms of accommodation, the student housing costs per term range from 12,500 AED to 14,250 AED for Fall or Spring, and 3,800 AED to 4,300 AED for Winter or Summer. For international students, the accommodation fees per year range from AED 14,200 to AED 32,600, depending on the type of room chosen. According to NYU Abu Dhabi, a taxi ride to downtown Abu Dhabi costs about 25 AED (6.81 USD) and could be shared by four students. 

Yes, getting part-time jobs while studying at Abu Dhabi University is generally considered manageable and easy. Current ADU students may apply for part-time on-campus if they meet Student Employment Program's (SEP) eligibility criteria. Abu Dhabi University also offers career opportunities for qualified and committed faculty and staff. Some part-time jobs available for students in Abu Dhabi, include Part-Time Mental Math Teacher, Teaching Assistant, English Tutor etc.

Many colleges offer this course in Mumbai But for male candidates, you can refer to Mumbai University. I would say its study environment is very good the placements are good even the faculty members are top-notch. For details about admission and fee structure you can refer to their website and have an idea about that.

The application fee for M.Tech at IIIT Hyderabad is 2,500 Rs.