IIT Patna [IITP] : Faq

A: Foreign applicants must adhere to the following age criteria for admission to IIT Patna:

• For those holding a BTech., BE, MA, MSc., or MCA degree, the minimum age requirement is 28 years.
• If candidates possess an MTech., ME, MS, or M.Phil. degree, they should be under the age of 32.

A: International candidates can apply for two programs at IIT Patna:

• MTech.
• PhD. To initiate the application process, foreign applicants must submit a fee of USD 20 through a traveller's check or a demand draft.

A: Yes, IIT Patna offers financial aid and scholarships to support the educational expenses of its students. Merit-cum-Means Scholarships are available for undergraduate and MSc students who meet specific academic and economic criteria.

A: Yes, IIT Patna offers a two-year MSc. program with specializations in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. To qualify for admission, candidates must take the IIT JAM entrance exam.

A: To be eligible for the MSc. program at IIT Patna, candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in the relevant discipline with at least 55% overall. SC/ST candidates benefit from a 5% relaxation in the eligibility criteria.

A: Yes, IIT Patna offers a two-year MTech. Program with specializations including Mathematics and computing, Nanoscience and Technology, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechatronics, Communication System Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil and Infrastructure Engineering, and Materials Science and Engineering.

A: The eligibility criteria for admission to IIT Patna include:

• Holding a BE/BTech. Degree from a recognized university with at least 60% marks or a CGPA of 6.0 (with a 55% relaxation for SC/ST candidates).
• Possessing a valid GATE score.

A: The BTech. The program at IIT Patna offers six specializations:

1. Civil Engineering
2. Computer Science Engineering
3. Metallurgical and Materials Engineering
4. Electrical Engineering
5. Mechanical Engineering
6. Chemical and Biochemical Engineering

A: IIT Patna can admit approximately 250+ students per academic session. In 2019, 742 students were enrolled, with 106 from Patna and the remaining from various parts of India.

A: Candidates are shortlisted for the PhD program at IIT Patna based on the Institute's entrance exam and subsequent personal interview. Valid scores from exams such as GATE, CEED, UGC, or CSIR are also considered during admission.