Mathematics Training and Talent Search Programme

An Initiation into Mathematics (InitMath)  Programme will be organized at the Department of Mathematics and Statistics, Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh, from December 29, 2025 to January 3, 2026.

• All the participants will be provided with local hospitality and study material.
• Accommodation will be provided for the outstation participants.
• Outstation participants will also be provided with the Government bus fare/Sleeper class train return fare, whichever is the least, on production of original tickets.

Academic programme

There will be courses in Foundations, Linear Algebra and Real Analysis. The courses will be taught by highly experienced faculty in the MTTS teaching methodology.

Eligibility

Second year (3rd/4th semester) undergraduate students with Mathematics as one of their main subjects are eligible. Exceptionally bright first-year students also may apply. Students from Andhra Pradesh, Telangana and Karnataka will be given preference.

Application Procedure

• Applications by the candidates should be submitted online at the site https://4dspace.mtts.org.in. For detailed guidelines, please see https://mtts.org.in/training-programmes/student-applications-procedure
• Before writing to us with your questions, please see the FAQ page https://mtts.org.in/faqs
• After logging into the site https://4dspace.mtts.org.in using the OTP received at the given email address, select the programme Initiation into Mathematics Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati, Andhra Pradesh
• Recommendations by teachers are also to be submitted at https://4dspace.mtts.org.in

Selection

The selection will be on merit, based on consistent and good academic records and recommendation by a mathematics teacher.

Registration Fee

There is no registration fee for the programme.

About the Institute and the Department

The Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati (IIT Tirupati) was established under the Institutes of Technology Act, 1961. Located on Yerpedu-Venkatagiri Road, Yerpedu Post, Tirupati District, it is the first institute of the third phase of Indian Institutes of Technology, following its announcement in 2014 and foundation stone laying in March 2015. IIT Tirupati currently offers a comprehensive range of academic programs, including Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech), Master of Technology (M.Tech), Master of Science (M.Sc), Master of Public Policy (MPP), Master of Science (Research), and Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.). The institute is organized into nine departments, encompassing Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Humanities & Social Sciences, Mathematics & Statistics, Mechanical Engineering, and Physics. The institute’s pedagogical framework is designed to foster an environment of innovation and creativity, emphasizing academic excellence and quality.

The Department of Mathematics and Statistics at IIT Tirupati, established in August 2019, offers mathematical, statistical, and computing courses for all engineering disciplines of IIT Tirupati at the Undergraduate, Postgraduate, and Research levels. These courses are carefully designed to build strong analytical and quantitative skills essential for modern engineering challenges.
The Department currently offers M. Sc (Mathematics and Statistics), M.Sc (Mathematics), and PhD programmes, providing students with diverse pathways to specialize in pure mathematics, applied mathematics, statistics, and computational sciences. The Department is active in research areas of pure and applied mathematics, industrial mathematics and statistics, machine learning, and data sciences.

How to reach

Indian Institute of Technology Tirupati (IITTP) is situated in Yerpedu, which is about 22 km from Tirupati city towards Chennai. The campus is around 20 km from Renigunta Junction railway station and 25 km from Tirupati railway station, while the Tirupati airport is located approximately 14 km away.

• To reach the Institute from Tirupati bus stand: Regular bus service and taxis are available. Journey time is approximately 45 minutes.
• To reach the Institute from Tirupati/Renigunta railway station: Regular bus service and taxis are available. Journey time is approximately 20-45 minutes.
  • To reach the Institute from Tirupati Airport: Taxis are available. Journey time is approximately 20 minutes.

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