JEE Main 2026: These programmes saw highest choice count in IIT Hyderabad

Following closely is the Artificial Intelligence programme, which attracted 23,632 candidates in 2025, up from 20,682 in 2024 — a 14.26 per cent rise. The course’s growing traction underscores the institute’s strong focus on research-led learning in machine learning, robotics, and automation, areas increasingly sought after by top recruiters.

Another strong performer this year is Biomedical Engineering, which saw the steepest growth of 17.85 per cent, rising from 6,967 candidates in 2024 to 8,211 in 2025. The rise indicates a widening student interest in interdisciplinary domains that blend healthcare innovation with engineering. Industrial Chemistry, too, recorded a substantial jump of 16.93 per cent, hinting at renewed interest in research-intensive applied sciences.

Among core branches, Electrical Engineering (IC Design and Technology) posted a significant 16.50 per cent growth, reflecting the national emphasis on semiconductor and chip design capabilities.

Traditional streams such as Mechanical and Civil Engineering also witnessed healthy increases of 13.10 per cent and 13.33 per cent, respectively, suggesting sustained faith in conventional engineering disciplines.

Other emerging courses like Computational Engineering, Biotechnology and Bioinformatics, and Engineering Physics all recorded double-digit growth, with percentages ranging between 13 per cent and 15 per cent, showcasing IIT Hyderabad’s balanced mix of legacy and futuristic offerings.