IIT Patna [IITP] : Admissions

INDIA, Bihar, Patna

IIT Patna Admissions

  1. IIT Patna offers Admissions for various programs, including BTech, BS, MTech, MSc, and PhD. 
  2. To secure Admission to the BTech and BS programs, candidates must clear both JEE Main and JEE Advanced and participate in the JoSAA counselling. For MSc Admissions, the selection is based on performance in the JAM exam.
  3. MTech Admissions Candidates' GATE scores are determined.
  4. PhD Admissions The various modes are available, including full-time, part-time, and online. Merit-based selection, considering the performance in GATE/NET scores, and written test and interviews A panel of experts conducts the interviews of IIT Patna.

IIT Patna BTech Admission Process

  1. Apply for the JEE Main and JEE Advanced exams: The JEE Main is a national-level entrance exam for undergraduate engineering programs in India. The JEE Advanced is a more selective exam for Admission to IITs and other top engineering colleges.
  2. Apply for Admission to IIT Patna through JoSAA: JoSAA is a centralized admission portal for IITs and other engineering colleges in India. The application process for JoSAA opens after the JEE Advanced results are announced.
  3. Pay the Admission Fee and Gain Admission to IIT Patna: If you are allotted a seat in IIT Patna, you must pay the admission fee and take Admission to the college.

IIT Patna BTech Eligibility Criteria

  1. Applicants must have completed their 10+2 education in the science stream, securing at least 75% marks. However, individuals in the SC/ST category should have achieved at least 65% in their 10+2 exams. Alternatively, those in the top 20 percentile of their class 12 examinations can seek Admission to the B. Tech program.
  2. The candidate must have a valid JEE Advanced score.

IIT Patna BTech Selection Criteria

  1. Candidates are selected based on their JEE Advanced score and ranking in the JoSAA counselling.

IIT Patna MTech Admission Process

  1. Application:
    1. The application form for IIT Patna MTech can be filled out online through the IIT Patna website.
    2. The application form and the required documents must be submitted by the last date.
  2. Apply for GATE: The initial step involves applying for the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) examination. The GATE exam is a national-level entrance exam for Admission to MTech programs in India. 
  3. Apply for MTech at IIT Patna: Once you have qualified for the GATE exam, you can apply for MTech at IIT Patna through the Common Offer Admission Process (COAP). The COAP portal is opened every year after the GATE results are announced.
  4. Shortlisting: IIT Patna will shortlist candidates for MTech based on their GATE scores and the availability of seats.
  5. Personal Interview: The interview will assess the candidate's aptitude, communication skills, and suitability for the program.

IIT Patna MTech Eligibility Criteria

  1. Possess a recognized Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Technology, M Sc, or equivalent professional qualifications (like AMIE).
  2. A minimum of 60% marks (or a CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale) is required for General/OBC/EWS candidates, and 55% marks (or a CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale) needed for SC/ST candidates in the final qualifying examination.
  3. A valid score in the relevant Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) discipline.

IIT Patna MTech Selection Criteria

  1. GATE score: The GATE score will be the most essential criterion for selection.
  2. Academic Performance: The candidate's academic performance in the Bachelor's degree will also be considered.
  3. Interview: The candidate may be called for an interview to assess their aptitude and suitability for the program.

IIT Patna MSc Admission Process

  1. Pay the Application Fee: The application fee for the IIT Patna MSc program is INR 1000 for general category applicants and INR 500 for SC/ST/PwD candidates.
  2. Apply for the IIT JAM Entrance Exam: The IIT JAM is a national-level entrance exam for Admission to master's programs in mathematics, physics, chemistry, and statistics at IIT Patna.
  3. Apply for the IIT Patna MSc program through COAP: The IIT Patna MSc program admissions are made through the Common Offer Acceptance Process (COAP). The COAP is a centralized online admission process for IITs and other top institutes.
  4. Join the IIT Patna MSc Program: Candidates who meet the criteria will secure Admission to IIT Patna's MSc program.

IIT Patna MSc Eligibility Criteria

  1. The candidate must have a Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% marks.
  2. The candidate must have appeared and qualified for the IIT JAM (Joint Admission Test for Masters) examination.
  3. The candidate must have a valid GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) score in the relevant discipline of the MSc. The program requires it.
  4. The candidate must have a valid TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) score of at least 80 if the MSc. The program is in English medium.

IIT Patna MSc Selection Criteria

  1. The selection of the candidates will depend on their JAM score and their performance in the interview.

IIT Patna BS Admission Process

  1. Application: The application process will be through the JoSAA portal. Applicants are required to complete online registration and submission of the application form. The application fee is INR 1000.
  2. Apply for JEE Main: The application form for JEE Main is available online on the official website of NTA.
  3. JEE Advanced: Candidates who clear JEE Main will be eligible to appear for JEE Advanced. The JEE Advanced is a national-level entrance exam for Admission to BS courses in IITs.
  4. Counselling: Candidates who pass the initial selection process will receive invitations to participate in the counselling sessions. In the counselling round, candidates will be allotted a seat based on their JEE Advanced score and the availability of seats.

IIT Patna BS Eligibility Criteria

  1.  Candidates must have achieved at least 75% marks in their 10+2 examinations. Patterns in Mathematics, Physics, and Chemistry. Candidates of SC/ST must have scored 65% in 10+2.

IIT Patna BS Selection Criteria

  1. The final selection will depend on the merit list prepared by JoSAA, which considers the candidate's performance in the JEE Main and JEE Advanced exams.

IIT Patna PhD Admission Process

  1. Application: Applicants can submit their applications via the official institute website with the necessary documents, including academic transcripts and certificates, which should be furnished for consideration., and GATE/NET scores. The application fee is INR 300 (general/EWS/OBC (Male) and INR 150 for ST/SC/Female candidates).
  2. Write Entrance Exams: Candidates must have valid GATE/NET Scores in these entrance examinations.
  3. Shortlisting: The applications are shortlisted based on the candidate's academic record, GATE/NET scores, and research experience.
  4. Interview and Written Test: The shortlisted candidates are called for an interview and admission test. The respective departments conduct the interview and written tests.

IIT Patna PhD Eligibility Criteria

  1. Applicants need to have completed either an M. Phil. or a Master's degree in fields such as Arts, Commerce, Science, Management, or a related discipline, with a Least score of 55% or its equivalent.
  2. Candidates can possess a Master's degree in Engineering, Technology, or Design in a relevant specialization, with a minimum Cumulative Performance Index (CPI) of 6.5 or a 60% aggregate.
  3. Another pathway is open to those with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology in a pertinent field, with a minimum CPI of 6.5 or achieving a 60% mark.

IIT Patna PhD Selection Criteria

  1. The ultimate selection for the PhD program at IIT Patna hinges on assessing entrance scores from GATE/NET and an interview. 
  2. For international aspirants, the evaluation process includes a written test and interview, both contingent on their TOEFL scores.

Documents required at the Time of Admission

  1. JEE Main Admit Card
  2. JEE Advanced Admit Card
  3. JEE Main Rank Card
  4. JEE Advanced Rank Card
  5. Provisional Seat Allocation Letter
  6. Recent 2 Passport size Photographs
  7. Class 10th and 12th certificates
  8. Original and one photocopy of Photo ID proof issued by Central Govt./State Govt./last attended School/12th Admit card.
  9. Medical Report
  10. Proof of fee payment by e-challan of SBI
  11. Character certificate
  12. Migration certificate
  13. Category certificate for OBC-NCL, SC, ST and (If Applicable)
  14. PWD Certificate