

About the Program
General Procedure
- The student must select a University based on information available in the Office of International Relations website (http://oir.iitm.ac.in). Institutions with whom IITM has a current MOU typically offer tuition fee waiver.
- The student will then have to identify a set of courses to be taken during the semester abroad, check the suitability of semester duration as well as the language of instruction.
- He / She must then consult with the Faculty Advisor regarding suitability of the proposed courses. The approval of the Faculty Advisor is an essential step of the process.
- The student must obtain the approval of the Head of the Department.
- The student must then obtain the necessary clearances from the Academic section and Dean, Academic Courses approval prior to submitting the request to the Office of International Relations. Students carrying backlogs will not be allowed to participate in “study-abroad” programs.
- The student can submit his application form and other necessary documents in Office of International Relations (OIR). OIR will then nominate the applicant to the relevant Office at the foreign university and facilitate the process of admission.
- Office of Alumni Relations may provide partial travel support.
Need to know about oppurtunities?
FAQ
Can I do my course work exchange in my first year of UG/PG?
Foreign students (UG) who want to apply for course work exchange are expected to have completed at least 3-4 semesters at their home institution. PG students are expected to have completed at least one semester at their home institution.
Can I take courses across different departments?
Yes, students can register for courses from other departments as well.
Is there a minimum attendance requirement for exchange students?
Yes, students are requested to have a minimum of 85% attendance.
CONTACT PERSON
NOMINATIONS AND APPLICATIONS
Mr. Harish Ananth
Designation: Associate program administrator
Global Academic Initiatives
Email: outbound@ge.iitm.ac.in
Telephone: 044-2257 4928