The student allegedly left a message on the IIT-K website reading, "Site is hacked. According to his posts, he had completed the application process, paid the prescribed fee, uploaded all required documents and submitted proof of his cyber security work. However, he claimed he was not shortlisted and was denied the opportunity to participate in the hackathon that formed part of the admission process. IIT-K Director Manindra Agrawal told PTI the student was not shortlisted because he lacked prior experience in cyber security. "The admission process for this academic session has already concluded, so admission is not possible now.