IIT Dhanbad (ISM) - Indian Institute of Technology (ISM) Answered Questions

The eligibility criteria to seek direct admission for the M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics course at IIT Dhanbad are:
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Master's degree in Science from Institutes recognised by the Government.
- Minimum marks: 60% or CGPA of 6.0 (on a 10-point scale) in Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Master's degree in Science.
- For SC/ST categories: minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5.
- Admission is through the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP).
- Candidate must be an Indian National.
- Candidates with equivalent degrees recognised by professional bodies are not eligible.
Specifically for Earthquake Science & Engineering (GP), the qualifying degree includes:
- 2-years M.Sc. / 3-years M.Sc. Tech. / 5-years integrated M.Tech. in Geophysics / Applied Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Geology / Applied Geology.
- 5-years Integrated M.Tech. in Geophysical Technology.
- B.E. / B.Tech. degree in Mining Engineering / Civil Engineering.

The eligibility criteria for admission to IIT Dhanbad for B.Tech. in Petroleum Engineering are:
1. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Master's degree in Science from Institutes recognised by the Government.
2. Minimum marks: 60% or CGPA of 6.0 (on a 10-point scale) in Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Master's degree in Science.
3. For SC/ST categories: minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5.
4. Admission is through the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP).
5. Candidate must be an Indian National.
6. Candidates with equivalent degrees recognised by professional bodies are not eligible.
For IIT Graduates: Bachelor's degree holders from IITs with a CGPA of 8.0 or above are eligible for direct admission.

The college is strict when it comes to the eligibility requirements of M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics at IIT Dhanbad. The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a Master's degree in Science from Institutes recognized by the Government, with a minimum of 60% marks or CGPA of 6.0. Candidates belonging to SC/ST categories must have a minimum of 55% marks or CGPA of 5.5. Admission to this program is through the Common Offer Acceptance Portal (COAP) and the candidate must be an Indian National.

Yes, there are one-time payments for the B.Tech. in Petroleum Engineering at IIT Dhanbad. The one-time charges include:
1. Institute Admission fee: ₹500
2. Hostel admission fee: ₹500
3. Benevolent fund: ₹200
4. Identity card: ₹100
5. Medical examination fee: ₹100
6. Alumnus Subscription & IIT (ISM) Alumni fee: ₹3,500
7. Institute development fund: ₹2,000
8. Convocation charges: ₹1,000
9. Caution money: ₹5,000
10. Migration fee: ₹500
Total one-time charges: ₹13,400

To be eligible for B.Tech in Environmental Engineering at IIT Dhanbad, candidates must:
Pass Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics.
Secure 75% aggregate marks (or 65% for SC/ST/PwD) or be in the top 20 percentile of their respective boards.
Be born on or after October 1, 2000 (with 5-year relaxation for SC/ST/PwD).
Admission is strictly based on JEE Main 2025, JEE Advanced 2025, and JoSAA Counselling 2025.

Yes, IIT Dhanbad provides placements for B.Tech. in Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering. The placement scenario is generally positive, with good placement rates and competitive average packages. Various companies from sectors like mining, metallurgy, and materials Science participate in the placement drive, and students also secure internships and pre-placement offers. Graduates can explore career paths in mining and mineral processing companies, metallurgical and materials engineering firms, research and development, and consulting roles.

The total fee of B.Tech in Environmental Engineering offered at IIT Dhanbad is as follows:
| Semester | GEN/OBC/EWS Tuition Fees | Other Fees | MESS Fees | Total Fees for GEN/OBC/EWS | Total Fees for SC/ST/PWD |
| - | - | - | - | - | - |
| Monsoon Semester (1st Semester) | 1,00,000 | 31,850 | 18,000 | 1,49,850 | 49,850 |
| Winter Semester (2nd/4th/6th/8th Semester) | 1,00,000 | 8,400 | 18,000 | 1,26,400 | 26,400 |
| Monsoon Semester (3rd/5th/7th Semester) | 1,00,000 | 18,450 | 18,000 | 1,36,450 | 36,450 |
| Dual Degree/Integrated Monsoon Semester (9th Semester) | 15,000 | 18,450 | 18,000 | 51,450 | 36,450 |
| Dual Degree/Integrated Winter Semester (10th Semester) | 15,000 | 8,400 | 18,000 | 41,400 | 26,400 |
Note: The fees are subject to change and may not include additional charges such as hostel fees, exam fees, etc.