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IIT Dhanbad (IIT-ISM): Cutoff, Placement, Fees, Admission 2025, Ranking, Courses
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NIRF 2024 Rankings are out. As per the latest NIRF 2024 rankings, IIT Dhanbad ranks #15 under the category 'Engineering'.
IIT ISM Dhanbad admissions 2025 are open. A few more updates are given below:
A few more updates are given below:
- The JoSAA Round 5 seat allotment result 2025 has been released for IIT Dhanbad admission admission to BE/BTech courses. The last date for online fee payment and document upload by candidates who have been allotted seats in this round is Jul 14, 2025. Additionally, the Round 6 seat allocation result will be declared on Jul 16, 2025.
- The GATE COAP counselling 2025 has now concluded with the release of Round 10 seat allotment offers for admission to ME/MTech courses. The GATE 2026 registration is anticipated to begin in the fourth week of August 2025.
- The IIT JAM 2025 counselling process has concluded with the publication of the Round 4 admission list for the MSc course. The IIT JAM 2026 application form is expected to be made available in the first week of Sept 2025.
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IIT Dhanbad Highlights 2025
IIT Dhanbad has been ranked 15th by NIRF in 2025 for Engineering. Additionally, it has been ranked 46th among the top Management institutes in India by NIRF 2024. Dhanbad IIT is a prominent institute. On an international level, IIT Dhanbad is ranked 73rd by the QS World Ranking 2024 in Southern Asia and 301-350 in Asia.
Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Dhanbad was established in 1926 and was formerly known as the Indian School of Mines before its conversion into an IIT. Spread across 393 acres of land, ISM is situated in Sardar Patel Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand. Moreover, IIT Dhanbad Jharkhand provides undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programmes and the courses include BTech, MTech, MSc, MBA, Executive MBA, PhD, etc under 18 departments.
IIT ISM Dhanbad offers scholarship to meritorious and deserving students. The institute appoints well-trained and experienced faculty members. IIT Dhanbad admission is based on entrance exams. The institute accepts national entrance exams such as CAT, JEE Main, JEE Advanced, GATE, and others. The institute has well-equipped infrastructure which includes classrooms, labs, a library, an auditorium, a sports complex, a hospital, and others. Below are the major highlights of IIT (ISM):
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Particulars |
IIT Dhanbad Highlights 2025 |
|---|---|
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Established |
1926 |
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Collaborations |
37 |
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Location |
Sardar Patel Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand |
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Former name |
Indian School of Mines |
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Ranking 2024 |
- 15th by NIRF (Engineering) - 46th by NIRF (Management) - 73th by QS World Ranking 2024 (Southern Asia) - 301-350 by QS World Ranking 2024 (Asia) |
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Flagship course |
BTech |
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Total courses |
71 courses across 18 departments |
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Approvals |
UGC, AICTE |
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Faculty count |
330+ |
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Scholarships |
35 |
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Shiksha Reviews (Overall) |
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Commonly asked questions On Highlights
Yes, IIT Dhanbad has good placements for BTech, MTech, Diploma, MBA, and many more courses. The placement statistics for 2025 are given in the table below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics |
|---|---|
Placement Rate | 73.29% |
Total Students | 1,389 |
No. of Students Placed | 1,018 |
No. of Offers | 1,064 |
National Offers | 924 |
International Offers | 24 |
PSU Offers | 66 |
Average Package | INR 17.56 LPA |
Median Package | INR 13.38 LPA |
Companies Visited | 250+ |
The number of students placed during IIT Dhanbad placements was 1,018. The table below provides the breakdown of the number of students placed in each course:
Course | No. of Students Placed |
|---|---|
BTech | 621 |
BTech (Double Major) | 13 |
BTech + MTech | 10 |
MSc | 65 |
MSc MTech | 56 |
Integrated MTech | 62 |
MTech | 151 |
MBA | 40 |
The institute has released the branch-wise MTech placement rate for 2024. The highest placement rate stood at 81.25% and was recorded in the Mining Machinery Engineering branch. The following table represents the IIT ISM Dhanbad placement rate 2024 for MTech:
| MTech Branch | Placement Rate (2024) |
|---|---|
| Mining Machinery Engineering | 81.25% |
| Industrial Engineering & Management | 76.47% |
| Mechanical Engineering | 70.59% |
| Civil Engineering | 66.67% |
| Fuel, Minerals & Metallurgical Engineering | 66.67% |
| Data Analytics | 66.67% |
| Electrical Engineering | 65% |
| CSE | 50% |
| ECE | 50% |
| Earthquake Science and Engineering | 40% |
| Environment Science and Engineering | 37.50% |
| Petroleum Engineering | 26.32% |
| Pharmaceutical Science and Engineering | 25% |
| Chemical Engineering | 22.22% |
The key highlights recorded during IIT Dhanbad BTech Placements are mentioned in the table below:
Particulars | BTech Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
No. of Students Placed | 621 |
Total Offers | 621 |
Placement Rate | 73.57 |
Average Package | INR 19.72 LPA |
Median Package | INR 15 LPA |
Check out the branch wise placement statistics given below:
Course | Total Students | Students Placed | Placement Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
Chemical Engineering | 36 | 21 | 58.33 |
Civil Engineering | 47 | 26 | 55.32 |
CSE | 142 | 124 | 87.32 |
EE | 104 | 84 | 80.77 |
ECE | 112 | 98 | 87.50 |
Engineering Physics | 16 | 9 | 56.25 |
Environmental Engineering | 23 | 22 | 95.65 |
Mechanical Engineering | 99 | 67 | 67.68 |
Mechanical Engineering - Mining Machinery Engineering | 39 | 29 | 74.36 |
Minerals & Metallurgical Engineering | 30 | 26 | 86.67 |
Mining Engineering | 92 | 61 | 66.30 |
Petroleum Engineering | 71 | 54 | 76.06 |
IIT Dhanbad is ranked 11 among the top Engineering Institutes in India by NIRF. The Institute offer M.Tech in 16 specialisations including popular ones such as CSE, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, etc. The highest package offered in 2020 placement is INR 50 LPA.
IIT Dhanbad Cutoff 2025
The recent cutoff data has not been released yet. However, IIT Dhanbad JEE Advanced 2024 cutoffs have been published for admission to BTech, Integrated BTech, and BArch programs. In Round 4, JoSAA cutoffs for 2024 varied between the 3610 and 14988 values. Notably, the B.Tech. in CSE is highly competitive among General category students under the AI Quota.
When we look at the cutoff for IIT Dhanbad in 2024 and compare it with the last two years, we see that B.Tech. in CSE has shown a declining trend in its final ranks. The Round 4 cutoff for this course was 2984 in 2023 and 2853 in 2022.
The course that had the least competition was Discontinued (Sep 2021) - Integrated B.Tech. + M.Sc.Tech. in Applied Geology, which had a Round 4 closing rank of 14988 for the General category. Candidates can refer to the table below for the branch-wise cutoff of IIT Dhanbad for 2024, along with a comparison for 2023 and 2022.
IIT JAM Round 4 Closing Rank (General-All India)
| Course | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology | 87 | 103 | 101 |
| M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics | 752 | 950 | 822 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry | 620 | 544 | 571 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing | 439 | 401 | 411 |
| M.Sc. in Physics | 657 | 629 | 576 |
JEE Advanced Round 4 Closing Rank (General-All India)
| Course | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering | 7333 | 6751 | 7029 |
| B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering | 2984 | 3610 | 3348 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 5404 | 5346 | 5572 |
| Integrated M.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing | 4546 | – / – | – / – |
| B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing | – / – | 4381 | 4014 |
GATE Round 9 score (General-All India)
Commonly asked questions On Cutoffs
To get CSE at IIT Dhanbad, candidate must have a valid rank in JEE Advanced as per the respective category. The cutoff was released for different categories belonging to the All India quota. As per the cutoff released for the General AI category candidates, the last round closing rank for CSE was 159.
The table given below consists of the last round closing ranks for CSE for different categories:
| Category (All India quota) | Last Round Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| General | 159 |
| OBC | 82 |
| SC | 72 |
| ST | 29 |
| EWS | 42 |
| PWD | 4 |
Below is the CAT percentile requirement for IIT Dhanbad MBA course for 2022:
| Section | 2022 |
|---|---|
| Overall | 80 |
| Quants | 50 |
| VA-RC | 50 |
| DI-LR | 50 |
The cutoff trend for B.Tech at IIT Dhanbad (ISM) has been increasing in the recent years. In 2022, the closing rank for BTech under general category for all India quota was 5492. In 2023, it increased to 5821. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from 1895 to 2215 for OBC, 1132 to 1322 for SC, 512 to 433 for ST, 795 to 799 for EWS. This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, as the demand for engineering education in India continues to grow. Similar cut off trend can be seen for female candidates under all categories however the ranks are slightly different.
Under OBC AI quota, 17k is insufficient to secure you even a single course at IIT Dhandbad. Considering the IIT Dhanbad cutoff 2024, the last-round for OBC AI category candidates stood between 4956 and 16011. So, candidates achieving 17k rank cannot opt for any BTech course via JEE Main including BTech in Computer Science and Engineering at NIT Nagaland.
IIT Dhanbad JEE Advanced cutoff 2025 has been released for the third round. The cutoff was released for BTch and Integrated BTech courses. The cutoff ranks for the General AI category were between the range of 4014 and 16143. As per the cutoff range, it is possible to get admission at 10,000 range. At 10,000 rank, student can get admission to a number of specialisations such as B.Tech. in Environmental Engineering, B.Tech. in Petroleum Engineering, B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering etc. However, if the student wants to get admission to the top branches such as CSE and Electrical, then admission at 10,000 rank is difficult.
IIT Dhanbad Popular Programmes 2025
Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad offers programmes like undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programmes through its 18 departments. Indian Institute of Mines Dhanbad flagship course is a four-year BTech. The UG course is offered across different specialisations which include Mining Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, and others. For admission to this course, aspirants need to score well in JEE Main and go through JoSAA counselling. Below are the Dhanbad IIT popular programmes:
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Commonly asked questions On Popular Programs
Yes, IIT Dhanbad offers a five-year Integrated course of BTech+MTech with similar eligibility and selection criteria as of the BTech. The M.Tech Integrated course is offered in three specialisations. Students get both the combined degree of UG and PG at the completion of the course. The fee and seat intake varies for integrated programmes.A. IIT Dhanbad accepts admission based on the scoring in JEE Main and JEE Advanced entrance exam followed by JoSAA counselling. This is the only criterion for admission to a BTech course at IITs. Candidates shall check the eligibility conditions carefully. In order to apply, students need to fill out JEE Main application form.
IIT Dhanbad offers MSc in three specialisations, including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & Computing. Additionally, it also offers MSc (Tech) courses in the specialisations, Applied Geophysics and Applied Geology. The application fee and seat intake vary for each of the MSc specialisations. In addition, cutoff marks also vary for admission to these courses.
IIT Dhanbad provides PhD course in various specialisations. The eligibility criteria for PhD admissions is that candidate should have passed graduation with at least 70% aggregate or 7 CGPA. The aspirants with a valid postgraduate degree with at least 60% aggregate or 6 CGPA in Engineering/Science or any allied areasThe entrance exams accepted for IIT Dhanbad PhD admissions include GATE, UGC NET, and CAT. Additionally, the total fee is around INR 1.4 lakh.
IIT Dhanbad offer UG, PG, and Doctoral-level programmes. The courses are offered in the streams of Science, Engineering, and Management. At the UG level, the institute offers BTech programmes. At the PG level, the institutes offer MBA, MTech, and MSc courses are offered to the students.
Yes, IIT Dhanbad offers a four-year BTech degree course in Computer Science & Engineering. Admission to the four-year course is entrance-based. It is also one of the top BTech branches. As per the IIT ISM Dhanbad's past years records, almost 100% of students from the CSE department get placed.
IIT Dhanbad Placements 2025
The 2025 IIT Dhanbad placement process is ongoing as of April 13th, 2025. During placements 2025 more than 250 companies participated during IIT Dhanbad placements, resulting in 1,064 job offers. The average salary offered to the batch passing out in 2025 was 1NR 17.56 LPA. The median package reached INR 13.38 LPA. A total of 60 companies offered 237 PPO’s. Out of 237, 211 PPO’s were accepted during IIT Dhanbad placement drive. As of now 1,389 students participated in the recruitment drive. A total of 237 PPO’s have been offered to students up till now out of which 211 have been accepted.
- A total of 1,064 offers have been provided to students up till now, from these 1,018 were unique offers.
- In all 928 national and 24 international offers have been made so far, 66 offers belonged to PSU’s
- Over 250 companies participated during IIT Dhanbad placement season 2025.
- The median and the average package recorded during IIT Dhanbad placements 2025 was INR 17.56 LPA and INR 13.38 LPA, respectively.
- Currently the overall placement rate recorded is 73.29%.
| Course | Median Salary |
|---|---|
| B.E. / B.Tech | ₹15 - ₹26.9 LPA |
| M.E./M.Tech | ₹8 - ₹26.9 LPA |
| MBA/PGDM | ₹10.19 LPA |
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Commonly asked questions On Placements
IIT Dhanbad provides good placements to its graduating students. The students are given excellent placement support every year placing them in top companies. Check out the table below to know the key highlights of the IIT Dhanbad placements 2025:
Particulars | Placement Statistics |
|---|---|
Placement Rate | 73.29% |
Total Students | 1,389 |
No. of Students Placed | 1,018 |
No. of Offers | 1,064 |
National Offers | 924 |
International Offers | 24 |
PSU Offers | 66 |
Average Package | INR 17.56 LPA |
Median Package | INR 13.38 LPA |
Companies Visited | 250+ |
The overall placement rate for the MBA batch passing-out in 2024 stood at 64.71%. Alongside this, the branch-wise placement percentage has also been disclosed. As per the latest report, 66.67% of MBA Business Analytics students were placed and the placement rate for General MBA stood at 63.64%. Refer to the table below to know IIT Dhanbad MBA placement details for 2024:
| MBA Branch | Placement Rate (2024) |
|---|---|
| Business Analytics | 66.67% |
| General | 63.64% |
IIT Dhanbad has not released its the highest package yet since the placements for 2025 are ongoing. The table below presents the average and the median package recorded during IIT Dhanbad placements 2025
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Average package | INR 17.56 LPA |
Median Package | INR 13.38 LPA |
Of all the courses, MSc Tech recorded the highest placement rate of 72.37% during the 2024 drive. The second in the sequence was the BTech with 69.97% of students placed. See the table below showcasing the IIT ISM Dhanbad placement percentage for 2024:
IIT Dhanbad Courses and Fees 2025
Dhanbad IIT (ISM) offer UG, PG, and Doctoral-level programmes. The courses are offered in the streams of Science, Engineering, and Management. At the UG level, the institute offers BTech programmes. At the PG level, the institutes offer MBA, MTech, and MSc courses are offered to the students. Admission to the offered courses is entrance-based. IIT Dhanbad fee is further cumulative of various components, including tuition fee, hostel fee, benevolent fund, alumni fee, etc. For IIT Dhanbad courses, fees, and eligibility details, candidates can go through the below table:
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| Courses | Tuition Fees | Eligibility |
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B.E. / B.Tech(20 courses) | 8 L - 8.3 LGet Fee Details | 10+2 : 75 % Exams : JEE AdvancedJEE Main |
M.E./M.Tech(42 courses) | 60 K - 8.3 LGet Fee Details | |
MBA/PGDM(4 courses) | ||
M.Sc.(7 courses) | 32 K - 48 KGet Fee Details | Exams : IIT JAM |
Ph.D.(22 courses) | 1.4 LGet Fee Details |
Commonly asked questions On Fees and Eligibility
To be eligible for the IIT Dhanbad MBA course, a candidate needs to graduate in any discipline from any recognised University. Further, students shall have the relevant documents as proof of eligibility with them as well. Check below MBA course-wise eligibility:
| Course | IIT Dhanbad Eligibility |
|---|---|
| MBA | Graduates in any discipline with first class or having 60% aggregate or CGPA of 6.0 out of 10 (55% aggregate or 5.5 for SC/ ST/ PwD-Differently Abled Categories) with Mathematics/ Statistics as one of the subjects Final-year students are also eligible |
| MBA Business Analytics | BTech degree in any discipline with 60% aggregate or CGPA of 6.0 out of 10 (55% aggregate or 5.5 for SC/ ST/ PwD-Differently Abled Categories) Final-year students are also eligible |
Before the JEE Main 2023 registration process, students must keep the following documents and information ready for a smooth application process:
- Valid email-id and mobile number
- Academic details related to the Class 10 and Class 12 qualifying exams
- Scanned copy of category certificate (if applicable)
- Scanned copy of PwD Certificate (if applicable)
- Scanned photograph and signature as per the specification mentioned by the NTA
- Net banking/credit card/debit card/UPI details for application fee payment
After qualifying for JEE Main, students seeking admission to IIT Dhanbad are required to apply for JEE Advanced. Check out JEE Advanced Application Process 2024 here.
IIT Dhanbad accepts JEE Advanced scores for admission to BTech/Integrated BTech/BS/Integrated BS. The cutoff was released for different categories belonging to the All India quota. The cutoff for the General AI category candidates was closed between the range of 3846 and 16011. Therefore, the highest cutoff rank for admission among the General AI category was 16011, which was admission to Integrated B.Tech. + M.Sc.Tech. in Applied Geology. On the other hand, the most competitive cutoff was for CSE, which was closed at 3846.
To secure admission at IIT Dhanbad BTech candidates must secure a good rank in JEE Advanced. The IIT Dhanbad JEE Advanced 2023 cutoff for BTech specialisations ranged between 3258 and 17181.
Find below the specialisation wise JEE Advanced 2023 and 2022 closing rank for General-All India category:
| JEE Advanced Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India) | ||
|---|---|---|
| Course | 2022 | 2023 |
| BTech in Environmental Engineering | 15061 | 15903 |
| BTech in Petroleum Engineering | 12864 | 13101 |
| BTech in Electrical Engineering | 7619 | 7784 |
| BTech in Computer Science and Engineering | 3009 | 3258 |
| BTech in Mechanical Engineering | 9601 | 10262 |
| BTech in Mining Engineering | 15145 | 15689 |
| BTech in Chemical Engineering | 11339 | 12473 |
| BTech in Civil Engineering | 12355 | 14058 |
| BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 5492 | 5821 |
| BTech in Mining Machinery Engineering | 15618 | 16151 |
| Integrated M.Tech in Mathematics and Computing | 4750 | 4710 |
| BTech in Engineering Physics | 11483 | 11797 |
| Discontinued (Sep 2021) - Integrated BTech + MScTech in Applied Geophysics | 15995 | 16754 |
| Discontinued (Sep 2021) - Integrated BTech + MScTech in Applied Geology | 16206 | 17181 |
| BTech in Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering | 13881 | 15373 |
To get into ECE at IIT Dhanbad through JEE Advanced exam, candidate must obtain the neccessary rank as per the category they belong to. IIT Dhanbad JEE Advanced cutoff 2024 for the General AI category candidates in the last round was 5982. Notably, ECE was one of the highly competitive specialisations at IIT Dhanbad. For last round closing cutoff ranks for ECE for other reserved and unreserved categories, refer to the table below:
| Category (All India quota) | Last Round Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| General | 5982 |
| OBC | 2102 |
| SC | 1214 |
| ST | 673 |
| EWS | 880 |
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IIT Dhanbad Admission Process and Dates 2025
IIT Dhanbad course admissions are entrance-based. The entrance exams accepted include CAT, JEE Main, JEE Advanced, GATE, and IIT JAM. Moreover, students have to apply online for admission to Dhanbad IIT. Further, it is also compulsory for the students to fulfil the eligibility criteria. The main results of IIT Dhanbad JEE have been released. Additionally, the IIT Dhanbad JEE Advanced 2025 result is also released. The JEE Mains 2025 Result Session 1 is out for IIT ISM Dhanbad. Candidates can check their results on the official website. The table reflects on the IIT Dhanbad admission dates for 2025:
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B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2025
Eligibility- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: JEE Advanced, JEE Main
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Nov '25 | JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 1Tentative |
Jan '26 | JEE Main Admit Card 2025 Session 1Tentative |
Jan '26 | JEE Main 2026 Exam Date Session 1Tentative |
M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2025
Eligibility- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: GATE, COAP, JEE Main, JEE Advanced
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
13 May '25 - 11 Jul '25 | COAP 2025 |
14 May '25 - 5 Aug '25 | CCMT 2025Ongoing |
Aug '25-Sep '25 | GATE 2026 Application form availability without late feesTentative |
MBA/PGDM Admissions 2025
Eligibility- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- 10+2 with 75% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: CAT, JEE Main, JEE Advanced
Important dates| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
Aug '25-Sep '25 | CAT 2025 registrationTentative |
Nov '25 | CAT 2025 admit card downloadTentative |
30 Nov '25 | CAT 2025 exam |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
IIT Dhanbad accepts admission through various national-level entrance exams for all its courses. The admission process includes the application process, selection round, cutoff, merit list or counselling and other steps. IIT Dhanbad admission criteria for some of the popular courses are as follows:
Course Name | Selection Criteria |
|---|---|
| BTech | JEE Main + JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling |
| MBA | CAT + PI |
MTech | GATE + COAP Counselling |
MSc | IIT JAM + CCMN counselling |
| PhD | GATE/ UGC NET + Interview |
IIT Dhanbad accepts IIT JAM exam scores for admission to the MSc courses. The cutoff is released category-wise for candidates under the AI quota. The Cutoff for the General AI category candidates for different courses was between the range of 103 and 1017. The MSc courses available at IIT Dhanbad with their respective Cutoff is given in the table below:
| Course | 2024 |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology | 103 |
| M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics | 1017 |
| M.Sc. in Chemistry | 568 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing | 413 |
| M.Sc. in Physics | 644 |
The registration process for all the courses offered by IIT Dhanbad is different. Students need to apply on the official website of the relevant entrance test for MTech, BTech and MSc courses. Those looking to apply for the MBA and PhD programmes, must visit the official website of ISM (IIT) Dhanbad.
Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad is a public technical university located in Dhanbad, India. It is one of the renowned institute and many students dream to study in one of the top most IITs in India. Yes it is hard to get admission at IIT Dhanbad Jharkhand as per the latest cutoff. The first and last round closing ranks for BTech in Computer Science and Engineering stood at 2862 and 3258, respectively for the General All India category students.
To qualify JEE Main exam, an advanced and well-planned study plan is required. A good preparation strategy can help students in securing a seat for the BTech course at IIT Dhanbad. Below are the pointers that can help students in the preparations for JEE Main entrance exam:
- Choose the reference books wisely
- Cross-check section-wise weightage & syllabus for all subjects covered in JEE Main
- Revise as much as possible
- Solve as many Mock Tests as possible. Shiksha.com is providing a FREE Downloadable JEE Main Mock Test Paper (with Solutions). Visit the link to download it now!
- Keep your focus on NCERT books at this point
- Solve previous year’s JEE question papers there are high chances of getting questions from there
- To secure admission into prestigious institutions such as the IITs, NITs and IIITs, it is essential for the aspirants to have a strong command on the material taught in their Class 11 and Class 12. Shiksha is offering free NCERT questions and solutions to aid JEE candidates in excelling in these classes. To access the NCERT solutions, click on the below links:
While the short-term goal is to clear JEE Main, the ultimate aim must be to qualify JEE Advanced exam, check out the preparation strategy for JEE Advanced.
4 yearsIIT Dhanbad Ranking 2025
IIT Dhanbad has been ranked under various categories which include Engineering, overall, and others.
Candidates can go through the below table for information on IIT Dhanbad rankings:
| Ranking Body | Ranks |
|---|---|
| NIRF 2024 Engineering | 15 |
| NIRF 2024 Management | 46 |
| QS World University Rankings 2024- Asia | 73 |
| QS World University Rankings 2024- Southern Asia | 301-350 |
| Times Higher Education 2024 | 601–800 |
Commonly asked questions On Rankings
IIT Dhanbad MBA was ranked in NIRF 2023 rankings under the 'Management' Category.
| Publisher | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 30 | 46 | 44 |
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad was ranked 17 in Engineering category by NIRF ranking 2023. Moreover, the institute has been ranked 42 in overall category by NIRF ranking 2023. Further, the institute was rabked 38 by NIRF 2022 in the overall category and 14 in Engineering category.
IIT Dhanbad BTech has been ranked 17 by NIRF under the Engineering category. NIRF ranking trends for IIT Dhanbad for its BTech course are showcased in the table below:
| Publisher | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | 17 | 15 |
IIT Dhanbad Vs Other Institutes: Which is better?
Given below is the IIT Dhanbad comparison infographic with 2 other IITs:
The below-mentioned table reflects on the comparison between IIT Dhanbad and other colleges:
| Universities Name | NIRF Rankings 2023 (Engineering) | Highest Package 2023 | Course Fee (BTech) |
|---|---|---|---|
| IIT (ISM) Dhanbad | 17 | INR 56 LPA | INR 8 lakh - INR 8.3 LPA |
| 15 | INR 78.50 LPA | INR 3.2 LPA - INR 8.5 LPA | |
| 22 | NA | INR 8 lakh | |
| IIT Hyderabad | 8 | INR 65.46 LPA | INR 8 lakh |
| IIT Jodhpur | 30 | INR 40 LPA | INR 8 lakh |
NOTE: The above-represented data have been collated from multiple unofficial sources and hence, are indicative.
Compare IIT Dhanbad with other similar colleges
| College | Median Salary | Total Tuition Fees | Ranking |
|---|---|---|---|
| ₹ 7.75 LPA - 26.9 LPA | ₹ 8 L - 8.3 L | #15 NIRF, 2024 | |
| ₹ 11 LPA - 34.5 LPA | ₹ 8 L | #7 NIRF, 2024 | |
| ₹ 9 LPA | ₹ 5 L | #25 NIRF, 2024 | |
| ₹ 17 LPA - 21 LPA | ₹ 8 L - 10.71 L | #6 NIRF, 2024 | |
| ₹ 7.05 LPA - 20 LPA | ₹ 5 L - 6.25 L | #19 NIRF, 2024 | |
| ₹ 19.4 LPA | ₹ 8 L | #4 NIRF, 2024 |
CompareCommonly asked questions On Comparisons
The below table compares the IIT ISM Dhanbad placement details 2023 with BITS Pilani:
| Institute Name | the highest Package (2023) | Average Package (2023) |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | INR 56 LPA | INR 16.98 LPA |
| BITS Pilani | INR 60.75 LPA | INR 30.37 LPA |
Below table contains comparison of IIT Dhanbad with other IITs based on parameters such as fee for BTech:
| IITs | Total Tuition Fee* |
|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | INR 4 Lacs to INR 4.65 lakh |
| IIT Indore | INR 4 lakh |
| IIT Hyderabad | INR 8 lakh |
*The above-mentioned fee is taken from unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative. IIT Dhanbad fee is inclusive of fee for integrated courses as well.
For the IIT Dhanbad ISM cutoff 2024, a total of 5 rounds of JEE Advanced cutoffs were released for BTech admission. Talking about the JEE Advanced Cutoff 2024 for the last round, IIT BHU is more competitive among the students. The Last Round cutoff for IIT BHU was 1071 for CSE, which is very low as compared to IIT Dhanbad's CSE cutoff 3846 for general AI category students.
As per the NIRF 2023 rankings, IIT BHU was ranked 31st in the Engieering category, while IIT Dhanbad was ranked 42nd positon. Candidates can refer to the table below to consider other aspects, such as the CSE course fee and the average package for both institutes, before making a decision.
| College | CSE Total Tuition Fees | Average Package 2023 |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | INR 8.00 Lakh | INR 16.98 Lakh |
| IIT BHU | INR 8.00 Lakh | INR 22.77 LPA (BTech) |
The table below showcases how IIT Dhanbad performed during placements 2023-24 season as compared with other IITs such as IIT Indore, IIT Gnadhinagar, and IIT BHU:
IIT Name | No. of offers (2024) | Average Package (2024) |
|---|---|---|
IIT Dhanbad | 1,054 (non-unique) | INR 29.60 LPA* |
| IIT BHU | 1,044 | N/A |
| IIT Indore | N/A | INR 25.45 LPA (BTech) |
| IIT Gandhinagar | N/A | INR 19.60 LPA |
*The salary mentioned is for 2023 and is the highest amount recorded in all the courses.
NOTE: The placement data for IIT BHU, IIT Indore and IIT Gandhinagar is for 2023, as the 2024 stats are unavailable.
Below is the comparison between IIT Dhanbad and IIM Amritsar based on rankings, and fee parameters:
| MBA Institutes | MBA Rankings (NIRF 2023) | Total Tuition Fee* |
|---|---|---|
| IIT Dhanbad | 46 | INR 3 lakh |
| IIM Amritsar | 55 | INR 12.5 lakh |
*The fee is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative.
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IIT Dhanbad Scholarships 2025
Dhanbad IIT provides both merit and need-based scholarships. Below are some of the types of IIT Dhanbad Jharkhand scholarships:
- Merit Cum Means Scholarship
- Endowment Scholarship
- Benevolent Fund
- ISMAANA Scholarship
- Sandvik Scholarship
Below are some of the important details about the above scholarships:
- More than 30 scholarships ready to be availed by IIT (ISM) students
- INR 1.2 crore+ provided by ISMAANA (Indian School of Mines Alumni Association of North America)
- INR 30 lakh+ provided by ISMAA
- Also, complete tuition fee waivers for General/ OBC candidates with family income under INR 6 Lakh under MCM (Merit-cum-means) Scholarship
Commonly asked questions On Scholarships
IIT Dhanbad provides merit scholarships to students pursuing a course. Check below the criteria for merit scholarships:
- The annual family income for all sources should not be more than INR 5 Lacs per annum for availing tuition fee waiver.
- Annual family income includes the income of both the parents (father and mother) and students from all sources.
Yes, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad provides a list of scholarship schemes following some eligibility criteria, some of which, Merit Cum Means Scholarship, Endowment Scholarship, Benevolent Fund, ISMAANA Scholarship, and Sandvik Scholarship. Below are some of the important details about the above scholarships:
More than 30 scholarships ready to be availed by IIT (ISM) students
INR 1.2 crore+ provided by ISMAANA (Indian School of Mines Alumni Association of North America)
INR 30 lakh+ provided by ISMAA
Also, complete tuition fee waivers for General/ OBC candidates with family income under INR 6Lacsunder MCM (Merit-cum-means) Scholarship
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IIT Dhanbad's application procedure varies for each of the programmes. For BTech, MTech, and MSc, aspirants are required to complete the accepted exams application form. Thus, students need to apply for JEE to get into BTech courses, GATE application for MTech, and IIT JAM application for MSc. Moreover, for other courses - MBA, MA, PhD, candidates have to apply on the IIT Dhanbad official website. Check the steps to apply below:ISM
Step 1: Go to the IIT Dhanbad official website and click on 'Apply Now'.
Step 2: Fill in all the required details in the application form after registration.
Step 3: Upload the important documents.
Step 4: Pay the application fee (mentioned in the below table):
Step 5: Click on the 'Submit' button.
IIT Dhanbad Application Fee 2025
The fee for some of the some of the courses is mentioned below:
|
Course Name |
Application Fee |
|---|---|
|
BTech |
Male/OBC/EWS: INR 1,000 Female/OBC/EWS: INR 800 SC/ST/PwD/Transgender: INR 500 |
|
MA, PhD |
INR 1,000 (for UR/ OBC/ EWS), INR 500 (SC/ ST/ PwD/ Women/ Transgender) |
|
Executive MBA, Executive MTech |
INR 2,000 |
IIT Dhanbad Application Process: Important Documents
Some of the documents that the students should keep handy at the time of form filling are:
- Scanned photograph and signature
- UG/ PG all semesters/ year mark sheets
- Class 12 certificate/ mark sheet
Commonly asked questions On Application Process
IIT Dhanbad accepts applications via online mode. The MBA application fee is INR 1,600 for Gen/ OBC/ EWS and INR 800 for SC/ ST/ PwD. Check below the steps to apply for IIT ISM Dhanbad admission for MBA:
Step 1: Visit the official website of IIT Dhanbad.
Step 2: Click on 'Apply Now' and register with the basic details.
Step 3: Login and fill out the application form.
Step 4: Upload the documents and pay the application fee.
Step 5: Submit the form.
Documents required at the time of application
Below are the documents required during the application process:
- Scanned photograph & signature
- Qualifying degree marksheet of final semester/ final year
- Valid CAT scorecard as indicated in the application form
- Caste certificate/ EWS certificate to avail seat reservation under respective reserved category
- PwD Certificate
- Valid Proof of industrial experience in months (if applicable)
IIT Dhanbad accepts admission based on the scoring in JEE Main and JEE Advanced entrance exams followed by JoSAA counselling. This is the only criterion for admission to a BTech course at IITs. Candidates shall check the eligibility conditions carefully. In order to apply, students need to fill out JEE Main application form.
To get admission to IIT Dhanbad MBA, candidates need to first register for MBA at IIT Dhanbad. After completing the application process, candidates are shortlisted based on CAT score. The shortlisted aspirants are then called for a personal interview round. The final selection to MBA course will be based on:
- Personal Interview
- CAT score
- Past academic record
- Industrial experience
After selection, aspirants are called for counselling. The shortlisted candidates need to pay course fee to get admission to IIT Dhanbad MBA course.
IIT Dhanbad admissions are open for PhD. Check below the admission dates:
| Dates | Upcoming Events |
|---|---|
4 Oct '23 - 30 Oct '23 | PhD Application start and end date |
10 Nov '23 | PhD Intimation to shortlisted candidates for interview |
29 Nov '23 - 30 Nov '23 | PhD Interview for shortlisted candidates |
6 Dec '23 | PhD Declaration of the merit list |
6 Dec '23 - 11 Dec '23 | PhD Fee payment & Seat Acceptance of Merit list candidates |
13 Dec '23 | PhD Declaration of extended merit list |
13 Dec '23 - 18 Dec '23 | PhD Fee payment & Seat Acceptance of Extended Merit list candidates |
26 Dec '23 | PhD Physical Admission (in Campus) & joining of admitted students |
IIT Dhanbad Results 2025
IIT Dhanbad JEE Main results have been released. The JEE Mains 2025 Result Session 1 is out for IIT Dhanbad. Candidates can check their results on the official website. IIT Dhanbad internal exams are conducted semesterly for each course. The exams (theory and practicals) are conducted in odd and even semesters. IIT Dhanbad Jharkhand result is declared soon after the conclusion of the theory examinations. It is released online and students shall be able to check their results with their roll number. The institute also provides the semester mark sheets to the students.
Commonly asked questions On Results
IIT (ISM), Dhanbad offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes. The courses provided by the institute include BTech, Dual degree (BTech-MTech), MTech, MSc MBA, MSc Tech, Post-Doctoral Fellowship (PDF), and PhD. under 18 departments. Also, for admissions to these courses, candidates need to clear the eligibility criteria. The entrance exams accepted for different courses include JEE Main + JEE Advanced + JoSAA Counselling, CAT GATE + COAP Counselling, IIT JAM + CCMN counselling, etc.
IIT Dhanbad offers four-year BTech course, admission to which is based on JEE Main and JEE Advanced score. Candidates can apply for any of the BTech specialisations out of the 10 offered at the institute. Below are the BTech specialisations offered at IIT ISM Dhanbad:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mining Machinery Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
- Mining and Metallurgical Engineering
IIT Dhanbad Departments
IIT Dhanbad Jharkhand offers courses through its different departments. Dhanbad IIT has a total of 18 departments and some of the lists of these departments are mentioned below:
| IIT Dhanbad Departments | ||
|---|---|---|
| Civil Engineering | Computer Science & Engineering | Electrical Engineering |
| Electronics Engineering | Environmental Science & Engineering |
Fuel, Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering |
| Humanities & Social Science | Management Studies |
Mechanical Engineering |
|
Mining Machinery Engineering |
Mining Engineering |
Petroleum Engineering |
|
Physics |
Chemical Engineering |
Mathematics and Engineering |
|
Applied Geology |
Chemistry and Chemical Biology |
Applied Geophy |
Commonly asked questions On Affiliated Colleges and Departments
ISM Dhanbad has a total of 18 department. Some of the names include, Civil Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Environmental Science & Engineering, Fuel, Minerals and Metallurgical Engineering, Humanities & Social Science, Management Studies, Mechanical Engineering, etc.
IIT Dhanbad Notable Alumni
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad alumni include Padma Shri Dr. Bastia and others who have excelled in their fields. The institute has an alumni association through which the students stay connected. In the table below, details for some of the notable alumni are mentioned:
|
Batch |
Name |
Branch |
Designation |
|---|---|---|---|
|
1967 |
Shri. Naresh K. Vashisht |
BTech, Petroleum Engineering |
President, Omimex Resources, Inc., Texas, USA |
|
1967 |
Shri. Dipak Sarkar |
BTech, Petroleum Engineering |
Ex-Senior Petroleum Consultant, Energy Analysts International, Denver, USA |
|
1966 |
Dr. Mihir K. Sinha |
BTech, Petroleum Engineering |
Founder, Iftc, Llc., Plainsboro, Nj, U.S.A |
|
1970 |
Dr. Ganesh Thakur |
BTech, Petroleum Engineering |
Director Of Energy Industrial Partnerships & Distinguished Professor Of Petroleum Engineering At The University Of Houston. Former Vice President, Chevron Corporation, USA |
IIT Dhanbad Faculty
The institute has a dedicated faculty for each of its departments. These faculty members are highly qualified educators and researchers. In the following table, the IIT Dhanbad faculty name, department, and designation:
| Faculty Name | Department & Designation |
|---|---|
| Dr. A. Samanta | Chemical Engineering | Associate Professor |
| Bandita Barman | Civil Engineering | Assitant Professor |
| Anand Rajagopal | Applied Geology | Associate Professor |
| Dr. Ayan Das | Computer Science and Engineering | Assitant Professor |
| Anirban Ghoshal | Electrical Engineering | Assitant Professor |
| Alok Sinha | Environmental Science and Engineering | Professor |
| Deepika Sharma | Humanities and Social Sciences | Assitant Professor |
| Aditi Sengupta | Mechanical Engineering | Assitant Professor |
| Ashok Kumar | Mining Engineering | Assitant Professor |
Commonly asked questions On Faculty
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad faculty include educators with excellent educational background. They are pass outs from reputed institutions. The faculty members also contribute in research work in the respective area of specialisation. Details about some of the IIT Dhanbad faculty members are mentioned in the following table:
Faculty Name | Department & Designation |
|---|---|
Dr. A. Samanta | Chemical Engineering | Associate Professor |
Bandita Barman | Civil Engineering | Assitant Professor |
Anand Rajagopal | Applied Geology | Associate Professor |
Dr. Ayan Das | Computer Science and Engineering | Assitant Professor |
Anirban Ghoshal | Electrical Engineering | Assitant Professor |
IIT Dhanbad Collaborations
For global visibility and to provide exposure to students, IIT Dhanbad has signed various MoUs (Lols) with different universities across the globe. The MoUs are inclusive of the semester programs, cultural exchange, internship, research, guest faculty exchange, etc. Details related to the academic and research collaborators and the partnership are presented in the following table:
| Collaborating Institute | ||
|---|---|---|
| Institute of Geonics | Boise State University | National United University Mioli, Taiwan |
| Oakland University | Ecole Centrale de Nantes | Jashore University of Science & Technology |
| Conventry University | Slovak University of Technology, Bratislava |
University of Tunis & National High Engineering School of Tunis (ENSIT) |
IIT Dhanbad Infrastructure
IIT Dhanbad provides modern amenities with state-of-the-art infrastructure and with clean and green environment. The students of ISM is assisted with various schemes of the State and Central Governments and the Institute. The facilities include sports, a gym, labs, an auditorium, hospital facilities, and a lot more. Additionally, the institute provides hostel facilities for both boys and girls.
How to Reach IIT Dhanbad?
To reach the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dhanbad, you can consider the following options. The nearest airport to Dhanbad IIT is the Birsa Munda Airport in Ranchi, which is approximately 140 kilometres away. From the airport, you can take a taxi or a pre-arranged transport to reach IIT Dhanbad. Dhanbad Junction is the nearest major railway station to IIT Dhanbad and is well-connected to major cities across India. Once you reach Dhanbad Junction, you can hire a taxi or use other local transport to reach IIT Dhanbad. Dhanbad is well-connected by road to nearby cities and states. You can reach Dhanbad by bus or private vehicle. Once you reach Dhanbad, you can hire a taxi or use local transport to reach IIT Dhanbad. Indian Institute of Mines, Dhanbad is located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand. It's advisable to check the exact location and any specific directions from your starting point One can use GPS or maps for the most accurate route.
Check out more on IIT Dhanbad (ISM) - Indian Institute of Technology Infrastructure in the below videos:
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Hostel
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Insights on Infrastructure
Based on 193 Student ResponsesSports facilities
Multiple sports grounds & coaching present
College events
Moderately busy calendar with 1-3 monthly events
Mess food
Mess and Cooking arrangements are Hygienic
Mess food
Quality and taste of food is acceptable
Attendance policy
Incomplete attendance invites penalty
Dress code
Students can wear whatever they want
Additional expenses
Requirement to eat out despite mess fees
Outside movement of girl students
Allowed within restricted timings
Commonly asked questions On Infrastructure
IIT Dhanbad has well-equipped infrastrcture which includes all the necessary amenities. The hostel has spacious room with confortable living for the students. It is located at the very centre of the campus, with the lecture hall, canteen and auditorium. The institute offer recreational activities for the students. Students feel happy living in these hostels as the college provides all the necessary facilities to students.
The total seat intake of IIT Dhanbad BTech is 1125 and its distribution among various specialisations is given below:
| Courses | Seats |
|---|---|
| BTech in Petroleum Engineering | 90 |
| BTech in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 124 |
| BTech. in Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering | 45 |
| BTech in Environmental Engineering | 48 |
| BTech in Mechanical Engineering | 131 |
| BTech in Mining Machinery Engineering | 56 |
| BTech in Engineering Physics | 31 |
| BTech in Mining Engineering | 117 |
| BTech in Computer Science and Engineering | 139 |
| BTech in Electrical Engineering | 123 |
| BTech in Chemical Engineering | 55 |
| BTech in Civil Engineering | 69 |
| Integrated M.Tech in Mathematics and Computing | 55 |
| Integrated M.Tech in Applied Geophysics | 21 |
| Integrated M.Tech in Applied Geology | 21 |
IIT Dhanbad FAQs
Below are the IIT Dhanbad FAQs:
IIT Dhanbad has been palced on 17th position by NIRF in the year 2023. As per the NIRF 2023 reports available on the official website. Indian Institute of Technology Dhanbad students have recieved a total of 1,154 job offers, distributed among the 1,082 students placed. The average package of IIT Dhanbad stood at INR 16.98 LPA and the the highest package offered was INR 56 LPA. In addition to this 11 international offers were made. Apart from this, the verified alumni and currents students have given the following feedbacks on Shiksha IIT Dhanbad Reviews Page:
- "Course curriculum is great as I am talking about my course that is MATHEMATICS AND COMPUTING. We have highly experienced and highly researched professors."
- "Around 100% of students got placed in this course. The highest salary package offered was 55 LPA. The lowest salary package offered was 12 LPA. The average salary package offered was 20 LPA. Top recruiting companies are Google, Flipkart, Amazon, Alexa, Samsung, Microsoft, etc. Almost 90-95% of students got internships at Google, Microsoft, Samsung, etc. Top roles offered are software engineer, web developer, and designer."
- "The infrastructure of our college is excellent. Wi-Fi facility is available in our college and hostels. Our college has Asia's second-the largest library."
- "Professors are highly qualified. They are flexible toward students' requirements and potential."
IIT Dhanbad has a total seat intake of 596 which is divided into all 16 specialisations of the course. The seat intake of some popular specialisations are Chemical Engineering (27), CSE (50), Civil Engineering (32), Management Studies (40), etc. After CCMT counselling, seat allotment is carried out as per the seat intake for each M.Tech specialisation.
In terms of placements, CSE emerged as the top BTech branch with 84% of students placed during the 2024 placements. The second the highest placement rate was recorded for the Minerals & Metallurgical Engineering branch. The table below depicts the IIT Dhanbad placement rate for BTech branches:
| BTech Branch | Placement Rate (2024) |
|---|---|
| CSE | 84% |
| Minerals & Metallurgical Engineering | 74.19% |
| Mining Machinery | 72.50% |
| Petroleum Engineering | 72.29% |
| ECE | 67.91% |
| Chemical Engineering | 67.50% |
| Electrical Engineering | 65.67% |
| Mechanical Engineering | 65.35% |
| Mining Engineering | 64.52% |
| Civil Engineering | 40.74% |
| Environmental Engineering | 40% |
More than 250 companies were a part of IIT Dhanbad placements 2025. Refer to the table below to know more:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Companies offered PPO | 60 |
Companies offered Full Time Offer | 186 |
Companies Visited | 250+ |
The institute has not disclosed the names of companies that participated in IIT ISM Dhanbad placements 2024. However, the companies that were part of recent years’ drives is available on the official website. Some of the renowned names are mentioned in the table below:
IIT Dhanbad Placements: Top Recruiters | ||
|---|---|---|
Amazon | Oracle | |
Atlassian | Goldman Sachs | Morgan Stanley |
Tata Steel Ltd. | Newzera Tech Labs Pvt. Ltd. | Texas Instruments |
Indian Oil Corporation | ONGC | Zomato |
The placement statistics recorded during IIT Dhanbad M.Tech placements is tabulated below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Placement Rate | 60.16% |
Total Students | 251 |
No. of Students placed | 151 |
Median Package | INR 8 LPA |
Average package | INR 10.73 LPA |
As of now the overall placement rate recorded in 2025 was 73.29%. The placement rate recorded for different courses was different during IIT Dhanbad placements. The placement rate for some courses is tabulated below:
Course | Placement Rate |
|---|---|
BTech | 73.57% |
BTech (Double Major) | 100% |
BTech + MTech | 90.91% |
MSc | 77.38% |
MSc MTech | 66.67% |
Integrated MTech | 77.50% |
MTech | 60.16% |
MBA | 72.73% |
NTA has released round 1 of the JEE Advanced scores for candidates seeking admission to BTech, Integrated BTech and other courses. For IIT Dhanbad, the cutoff ranks in the first round varied between 3348 and 15969, for General AI category candidates, for admission to different courses and specialisations. The toughest specialisation among the General AI category candidates was B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering.
The cutoff range for different category are given in the table below:
| Category | Round 1 Cutoff Range |
|---|---|
| General | 3348-15969 |
| OBC | 1228-5856 |
| SC | 686-3176 |
| ST | 287-1492 |
| EWS | 445-2370 |
| PWD | 99 -215 |
Yes, admission to BTech courses at IIT Dhanbad is only through Joint Entrance Examination (JEE). Candidates seeking admission must pass JEE Main, students selected further need to take JEE Advanced. Based on the score secured in JEE Advanced, students are called for JoSAA Counselling. Aspirants are offered seat based on their rank. JoSAA releases a cutoffs round-wise for students. Aspirants securing the cutoff rank or above can take admission by blocking the seat. Aspirants need to pay course fee to confirm their seat in the BTech course of IIT Dhanbad.
IIT Dhanbad placements 2025 are still ongoing. As of April, the interim placement report has been released on the official website. Check out the table below to know more:
Particulars | Placement Statistics |
|---|---|
Placement Rate | 73.29% |
Total Students | 1,389 |
No. of Students Placed | 1,018 |
No. of Offers | 1,064 |
National Offers | 924 |
International Offers | 24 |
PSU Offers | 66 |
Average Package | INR 17.56 LPA |
Median Package | INR 13.38 LPA |
Companies Visited | 250+ |
IIT Dhanbad has not released the highest package offered to BTech students. However students can have a look at the average package and median package offered to students which is provided in the data below:
Particulars | BTech Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Average Package | INR 19.72 LPA |
Median Package | INR 15 LPA |
IIT ISM Dhanbad MSc cutoff 2025 has been released across various specialisations in the form of opening and closing ranks. For the students belonging to the General AI quota, the IIT JAM first round closing ranks were between 96 and 634, with M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology being the most competitive for admission. The lower the cutoff rank, the higher the competition for that course, and vice versa. For all the MSc specialisations, the IIT Dhanbad JAM cutoff 2025 for the first round is tabulated below for the General AI category candidates.
Course | IIT JAM Round 1 Cutoff 2025 |
|---|---|
M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology | 96 |
M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics | 634 |
M.Sc. in Chemistry | 507 |
M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing | 380 |
M.Sc. in Physics | 485 |
The table below presents the placement rate of each BTech branch recorded during IIT Dhanbad BTech placements:
Course | Placement Rate |
|---|---|
Chemical Engineering | 58.33 |
Civil Engineering | 55.32 |
CSE | 87.32 |
EE | 80.77 |
ECE | 87.50 |
Engineering Physics | 56.25 |
Environmental Engineering | 95.65 |
Mechanical Engineering | 67.68 |
Mechanical Engineering - Mining Machinery Engineering | 74.36 |
Minerals & Metallurgical Engineering | 86.67 |
Mining Engineering | 66.30 |
Petroleum Engineering | 76.06 |
Candidates wishing to stay in the hostel of IIT Dhanbad campus have to pay a hostel fee. The fee is charged as per the service required by the candidates. An additional amount is to be paid for aspirants wanting to avail the mess service. Below is the IIT Dhanbad hostel fee for MSc:
| Component | Fee |
|---|---|
| Hostel fee without mess | INR 11,100 - INR 16,400 |
| Hostel fee with mess | INR 72,000 - INR 1.08 lakh |
Below is the IIT Dhanbad BTech admission process:
Application:
To get admission in IIT Dhanbad BTech course, candidates have to fill the online application form must and check the eligibility criteria of each course before filling the form.
Entrance Exam:
Candidates seeking admission need to take JEE Main exam and then JEE Advanced. Aspirants need to qualify both the entrance exams to be considered for JoSAA Counselling.
Counselling & Seat Allotment:
Further, the students who secure the cutoff marks are called for JoSAA Counselling, based on which the seat allotment is carried out.
Not getting into IIT Dhanbad or any other top IIT should not be considered an end to a student’s career. While IIT Dhanbad average package is INR 20.79 LPA for its 2024 placements batch, can IIT Dhanbad guarantee the same for each and every student of the batch? The answer is no. What truly matters is a student’s dream to pursue a career in Engineering and as long as they are ready to work on their learning and are focused towards achieving their goal, they must not feel defeated in case of not getting into IIT Dhanbad.
Additionally, students always have an option to go for other good private and government universities and colleges to pursue their BTech degree. Some of these options are as follows:
BTech College Name | Avg/ Median Package | Total Tuition Fee (BTech) | BTech Admission Process |
|---|---|---|---|
(NIRF Rank 9) | INR 12 LPA | INR 5 lakh | Class 12 with PCM/ PBM + JEE Main + JoSAA Counselling |
(NIRF Rank 10) | INR 10 LPA | INR 9,600 - INR 1.2 lakh | Class 12 with a minimum aggregate of 60% + WBJEE + Counselling
|
(NIRF Rank 11) | INR 9.23 LPA | INR 4.9 lakh - INR 7.8 lakh | Class 12 with PCM/ PCB with at least 60% (50% for SC/ ST and others) + VITEEE + Counselling |
Amrita School of Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (NIRF Rank 19) | INR 4.50 LPA | INR 10 lakh - INR 17 lakh | Class 12 with a minimum 45% of aggregate + JEE Main, TNEA, AEEE |
(NIRF Rank 25) | INR 30.37 LPA | INR 20 lakh | Class 12 with minimum of 75% + BITSAT |
(NIRF Rank 26) | INR 10 LPA | INR 64,600 | Class 12 with PCM with 55%/ 3-4 year diploma with 55% + JEE Main
|
(NIRF Rank 28) | INR 9.5 LPA | INR 5 lakh - INR 12 lakh | Class 12 with minimum 50%- 60% + JEE Main, SRMJEE, TANCET, SAT India |
(NIRF Rank 31) | INR 5.50 LPA | INR 7.5 lakh - INR 25.9 lakh | Class 12 with PCM/ PCB with an aggregate of 60% (55% for Sponsored students) + PI |
(NIRF Rank 38) | INR 9.54 LPA | INR 4.7 lakh - INR 14.6 lakh | |
(NIRF Rank 50) | INR 8.0 LPA | INR 8.4 lakh - 16 lakh | Class 12 with PCM/PCB with 60% + LPUNEST/ JEE Main/ CUET (KQ Test + Interview for BTech CSE-Software Production) |
The placement package offered at IIT Dhanbad is given in the table below:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Average Package | INR 17.56 LPA |
Median Package | INR 13.38 LPA |
The tuition fee for M.Tech at IIT Dhanbad ranges from INR 1.17 Lacs to INR 4.65 Lacs for two years. The total course fee will further include essential components such as the tuition fee, admission fee, hostel charges, etc. Further, this fee is calculated as per the data from unofficial sources. Hence, is subject to vary.
Those who want to study MSc (Tech) at IIT ISM Dhanbad must be Graduated with a qualifying degree with minimum of 50% aggregate or 5.5 CGPA in order to get admission to the Institute. It is crucial for all the aspirants to meet the eligibility requirements. Moreover, the relevant documents shall also be submitted at the time of admission.
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To get admission to IIT Dhanbad, student must attain the rank as per the cutoff list, and as per the category they belong to. IIT Dhandbad JEE Advanced cutoff 2025 for the General AI category candidates has been released for the third round. As per the cutoff list for the General AI category candida
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IIT Dhanbad has not released its the highest package yet since the placements for 2025 are ongoing. The table below presents the average and the median package recorded during IIT Dhanbad placements 2025
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Average package | INR 17.56 LPA |
Median Package | INR 13.38 LPA |
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Answered a month ago
IIT Dhanbad has shared a list of the recruiters who participated during the recent placement drive. Some of the top recruiters are listed in the table below:
IIT Dhanbad Placements: Top Recruiters | ||
|---|---|---|
Amazon | Oracle | |
Atlassian | Goldman Sachs | Morgan Stanley |
Tata Steel Ltd. | Newzera Tech Labs Pvt. Ltd. | Texas Instruments |
Indian Oil Corporation | ONGC | Zomato |
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Answered a month ago
The key highlights recorded during IIT Dhanbad MBA Placements are:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Placement Rate | 72.73% |
Total Students | 55 |
No. of Students placed | 40 |
Median Package | INR 10.19 LPA |
Average package | INR 10.42 LPA |
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Answered a month ago
The median package offered during IIT Dhanbad M.Tech placements was INR 8 LPA. Check the table below to know more:
Particulars | Placement Statistics (2025) |
|---|---|
Median Package | INR 8 LPA |
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