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USICT (University School of Information, Communication & Technology) is IPU's flagship engineering school located in Dwarka, Delhi. It offers B.Tech in CSE, IT, and ECE through JEE Main counselling, plus an extensive PG portfolio including MCA (Software Engineering) and M.Tech specializations in CSE, IT, ECE, VLSI, Information Security, Cyber Security & Blockchain, and Artificial Intelligence. Average placements range from 12-20 LPA, making it one of the most sought-after IPU schools. Admission is based on JEE Main (B.Tech), IPU CET (MCA), and GATE (M.Tech) via GGSIPU counselling.
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The University School of Information, Communication & Technology (USICT) is the premier engineering institution directly under Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University (GGSIPU). Located on the main IPU campus in Sector 16C, Dwarka, New Delhi, USICT has consistently ranked among the top engineering schools in Delhi. If you are targeting USICT for 2026 admission, call 9899991342 for free expert guidance on cutoffs and counselling strategy.
Established as a constituent school of GGSIPU, USICT operates directly from the university campus. Unlike affiliated colleges, USICT is managed and funded by IPU itself, giving students access to superior infrastructure, faculty, and research facilities. The school is NAAC-accredited and approved by AICTE.
USICT's proximity to the Delhi Metro (Dwarka Sector 14 station) and its modern campus with hostels, Wi-Fi, sports complex, and central library make it a top choice for engineering aspirants in Delhi NCR.
Important: USIC&T does NOT offer standalone 4-year B.Tech programmes — all undergraduate engineering at USIC&T is the integrated 5-year B.Tech/M.Tech Dual-Degree format. M.Tech (Regular) seats are smaller (21-29) than the Dual-Degree seats; the Dual-Degree pathway is the primary one. M.Tech VLSI Design / Information Security / Cyber Security & Block Chain / AI mentioned on older versions of this page are NOT in the 2026-27 brochure for USIC&T.
| Programme | Duration | Seats (Approx) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech/M.Tech Dual-Degree (CSE) | 5 Years (DD) | 180 |
| B.Tech/M.Tech Dual-Degree (IT) | 5 Years (DD) | 120 |
| B.Tech/M.Tech Dual-Degree (ECE) | 5 Years (DD) | 120 |
| B.Tech/M.Tech Dual-Degree (CSE-AI) | 5 Years (DD) | 60 |
| B.Tech/M.Tech Dual-Degree (CSE-DS) | 5 Years (DD) | 60 |
| MCA (SE — Software Engineering) | 2 Years | 120 |
| M.Tech CSE (Regular) | 2 Years | 21 |
| M.Tech IT (Regular) | 2 Years | 29 |
| M.Tech ECE (Regular) | 2 Years | 21 |
| M.Tech (Robotics & Automation) (Regular) | 2 Years | 21 |
| M.Tech (Robotics & AI) (Code 156, NEW) | 2 Years | per brochure |
| PhD (Various Specialisations) | 3-5 Years | Varies |
Admission to B.Tech programmes at USICT is based exclusively on JEE Main scores. Students must register for GGSIPU counselling after JEE Main results are declared. The step-by-step process is:
For M.Tech admission, candidates need a valid GATE score. Need help with choice filling strategy? Call 9899991342 for free guidance.
USICT cutoffs are among the highest in IPU. Here are approximate JEE Main percentile cutoffs for General category:
| Branch | Round 1 Cutoff (Percentile) | Last Round Cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| CSE | 92-94 | 88-90 |
| IT | 90-92 | 86-88 |
| ECE | 85-88 | 80-83 |
USICT consistently delivers strong placement outcomes. The average package for B.Tech graduates ranges between 12-20 LPA, with top recruiters including Microsoft, Amazon, Samsung, Adobe, Deloitte, Goldman Sachs, and TCS. CSE and IT branches see the highest placement rates, often exceeding 95%.
Students also benefit from internship drives, coding bootcamps, and industry collaborations that prepare them for competitive tech roles.
USICT is ideal for students who want a government university experience with strong placement support. For personalised admission guidance, call 9899991342 today.
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JEE Main rank range (Min – Max) at which seats closed in each counselling round at University School of Information & Communication Technology. Lower numbers mean tighter competition. Source: GGSIPU 2025-26 official counselling.
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| Branch | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delhi | Outside | Delhi | Outside | Delhi | Outside | |
| B. Tech./M. Tech.(DD) (CSE) | 3,782 – 38,638 | 4,145 – 27,680 | 15,519 – 43,969 | 12,955 – 34,015 | 6,566 – 51,798 | 12,955 – 35,838 |
| B. Tech./M. Tech.(DD) (ECE) | 44,500 – 62,058 | 9,692 – 45,204 | 38,907 – 62,662 | 43,143 – 50,611 | 38,907 – 73,324 | 43,143 – 54,854 |
| B. Tech./M. Tech.(DD) (IT) | 42,403 – 48,858 | 33,471 – 37,840 | 46,171 – 53,991 | 37,880 – 44,290 | 55,582 – 61,607 | 38,047 – 45,706 |
| B. Tech/M. Tech.(DD) (CSE-AI) | 17,966 – 34,780 | 17,266 – 30,204 | 24,445 – 41,551 | 16,413 – 34,424 | 31,036 – 45,729 | 16,413 – 37,487 |
| B. Tech/M. Tech.(DD) (CSE-DS) | 23,186 – 42,356 | 9,691 – 33,555 | 44,321 – 46,126 | 35,377 – 37,840 | 48,858 – 55,844 | 37,840 – 42,737 |
Notes: Rank values are the JEE Main All India Rank used during GGSIPU counselling. "Delhi" = Delhi Region quota seats; "Outside" = Outside Delhi Region seats. "—" indicates the branch had no allotment in that round / region. Cutoffs vary year-to-year; treat 2025 numbers as guidance, not a guarantee.