Kamal Ghorui
IIT Madras has released the Business Rules (Information Brochure) for admissions to the 2026–27 academic year, outlining entry routes for undergraduate programmes across B.S., B.Tech and Dual Degree courses. The admissions framework includes Fine Arts and Culture Excellence (FACE), Science Olympiad Excellence (SCOPE) and Olympiad Admission Mode (OAM) for B.S. Mathematics.Registration for the admission process will begin on May 6, 2026, through the official portals of the respective modes. The institute has detailed eligibility norms, application guidelines and programme structures for candidates seeking entry through alternative excellence-based routes alongside standard academic criteria.Admission modes under FACE, SCOPE and OAM announcedThe FACE mode applies to candidates demonstrating excellence in fine arts and culture, while SCOPE targets students with achievements in national and international science Olympiads. The OAM route is designed exclusively for the B.S. (Mathematics) programme, offering a structured pathway into advanced mathematical training.Eligibility criteria aligned with JEE Advanced frameworkEligibility conditions for all three modes remain aligned with the JEE (Advanced) requirements for the respective academic year. Candidates must not have been admitted to any IIT in previous years. In addition, SCOPE applicants must have participated in recognised Olympiad training camps, including IMOTC, OCSC or IOITC in the past four years.FACE admission points system and seat allocationFACE admission requires qualification in JEE (Advanced) 2025 along with recognition in at least one category of national or international level achievement in fine arts and culture. The evaluation follows a point system, with once-in-a-lifetime recognition awarded 100 points, Category A 75 points and Category B 50 points. Each programme offers two seats, one gender-neutral and one female-only.Science Olympiad Excellence participation requirements and institutesSCOPE eligibility includes participation in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biology or Informatics Olympiad training camps conducted by HBCSE or IARCS. The participating institutes under SCOPE include IIT Kharagpur, IIT Madras and IIT Mandi. Department-wise programmes and Olympiad preferences determine seat allocation across disciplines.B.S. Mathematics under OAM programme structure and pathwaysThe B.S. (Mathematics) programme under OAM is a four-year undergraduate course with an option to extend into a dual B.S.-M.S. degree. It combines core mathematical training with electives in information technology, finance, actuarial science and data analytics. Students may also pursue humanities electives and minors, supporting pathways into research, industry roles and higher studies
