Overview
Indian Institute of Technology Patna is one of the new IITs established by an Act of the Indian Parliament on August 06, 2008. Patna which was known as Patliputra has been a center of knowledge since long has been attracting visitors and scholars from many parts of the world such as China, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Sri Lanka, among others. This has been a land of visionaries. Some of the legends from this region include Lord Gautam Buddha, Lord Mahavir, Guru Gobind Singh, the famous astronomer Aryabhatta and the first President of India, Dr. Rajendra Prasad.
IIT Patna has ten departments: These are Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical and Biochemical Engineering, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Humanities & Social Science departments.
Courses
Fees : ₹1,00,000 per semester
Admissions
Admission to IIT Patna's B.Tech programs is primarily based on the candidate's performance in the Joint Entrance Examination Advanced (JEE Advanced). Candidates must first qualify the JEE Main examination to be eligible for JEE Advanced. Post clearing JEE Advanced, candidates participate in the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling process, where they can select IIT Patna as their preferred institution. The final seat allocation considers the candidate's rank, preferences, and availability of seats. For M.Tech admissions, candidates need a valid Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) score, followed by participation in the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) rounds. M.Sc. admissions are based on the Joint Admission Test for M.Sc. (JAM) scores. Ph.D. admissions require a master's degree in a relevant field, and candidates may need to appear for an interview or written test conducted by the institute.
Scholarship
IIT Patna offers various scholarships to support its students financially. Merit-cum-Means scholarships are available for undergraduate students from economically weaker sections, providing tuition fee waivers and stipends based on academic performance and family income. Additionally, several government scholarships cater to reserved categories, including SC, ST, and OBC students, offering financial assistance to promote inclusive education. The institute also facilitates scholarships for differently-abled students and those excelling in sports or extracurricular activities. For postgraduate students, teaching or research assistantships are available, providing stipends in return for academic or research assistance. Students are encouraged to consult the institute's scholarship office or official website for detailed eligibility criteria and application procedures.
Placement
Percentage : Approximately 81.52% for B.Tech CE
Package : ₹36 LPA
Campus
Address: Indian Institute of Technology Patna, Bihta, Patna – 801106, Bihar, India
Phone: +91-612-302 8067
Email: registrar@iitp.ac.in
Website: https://www.iitp.ac.in/
