IIT Delhi Abu Dhabi Launches Undergraduate Admissions for 2025-26 Academic Year
The Indian Institute of Technology Delhi – Abu Dhabi (IITD-AD) has initiated admissions for its second batch of undergraduate programs for the academic year 2025-26. This action is part of IIT Delhi’s broader strategy to expand world-class educational opportunities in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) and other regions, while maintaining a commitment to high standards in engineering and technology education.
About IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi
IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi operates as a collaborative initiative between the governments of the UAE and India, with the goal of creating a high-quality learning environment for students, faculty, and researchers. As the only international campus of IIT Delhi, which is recognized for its academic rigor and innovative research, the Abu Dhabi campus aims to cultivate a dynamic educational ecosystem that encourages cultural exchange and study.
Programs Offered
Since its inception in January 2024, the campus has launched a Master of Technology program focused on Energy Transition and Sustainability, alongside two Bachelor of Technology programs in Computer Science and Engineering and Energy Engineering, as well as a Ph.D. program in Energy and Sustainability.
For the upcoming 2025-26 academic year, starting in August 2025, IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi will provide three Bachelor of Technology programs: Computer Science and Engineering, Energy Science and Engineering, and Chemical Engineering. These four-year programs are designed to align with the evolving needs of the global technology sector, preparing students to become future leaders in their fields.
Admissions Process
Admissions will occur through two main routes: the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Advanced 2025, and the Combined Admission Entrance Test (CAET) 2025. The CAET will include two sessions, with the first set for February 16, 2025, and the second on April 13, 2025. Candidates will have the option to participate in both sessions, with the higher score used for final selection.
CAET Examination Details
The CAET 2025 will be a three-hour, pen-and-paper examination conducted in English, comprising 60 questions distributed evenly across Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Test centers will be available in Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, and New Delhi, with additional locations potentially established based on demand.
Diversity in Admissions
The admissions framework is designed to promote diversity and institutional excellence, allocating one-third of the available seats through JEE (Advanced) 2025 and two-thirds through CAET 2025. Seats for CAET are open to UAE nationals as well as international candidates, including Indian expatriates who have completed their secondary education in the UAE during the prior five years. IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi welcomes applicants from around the world to join its international student body.
Application Information
Individuals interested in application details, important dates, and other relevant information are encouraged to visit the IITD-AD official website. This platform offers comprehensive information on eligibility criteria, application processes, syllabi, examination formats, and resources such as model question papers to aid prospective students in their CAET 2025 preparations.
Commitment to Education
IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi is committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive educational environment, equipped with modern facilities, a diverse faculty, and ample opportunities for research and industry collaboration, ultimately providing a comprehensive educational experience for its students.
(Original source: IIT Delhi – Abu Dhabi)
