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M.Tech in Data Science & Engineering
 at 
NIT Patna 
Overview

Total Tuition Fees

1.40 Lakh
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Duration

2 years

Course Level

PG Degree

Mode of Course

Full Time

Average package

7.80 Lakh

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Seat breakup

20

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Public/Government,Autonomous
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M.Tech in Data Science & Engineering
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NIT Patna 
Fees

Fee componentsAmount (2 years)
1.40 Lakh
1.42 Lakh
46,200
3.28 Lakh
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M.Tech in Data Science & Engineering
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NIT Patna 
 
Frequently Asked Questions

Q:   Who is eligible to apply for M.Tech at NIT Patna?
A: 

A minimum of 60% marks in BTech is required for MTech at NIT Patna. Additionally, aspirants must hold the relevant documents as well during the admission and form filling. These documents are required for verification purposes.

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Q:   Is it worth joining NIT Patna for a M.Tech course?
A: 

NIT Patna is ranked 55 among top Engineering institutes in the country in the NIRF 2024 rankings. As per the media reports, a total of 639 offers were made during placements 2023 as of now. The highest package and average package offered during NIT Patna placements 2023 stood at INR 52 LPA and INR 13.30 LPA, respectively. In addition, the the lowest package offered so far was INR 6 LPA. Moreover, the mechanical engineering department reported a maximum placement rate at 129%. The leading recruiters during placements drive were CRED, Google, Adobe, Oracle, Phone Pe, etc. Check more details about NIT Patna MTech course.

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Q:   What is the fees for M.Tech at NIT Patna?
A: 

The National Institute of Technology Patna MTech fee range between INR 1.4 lakh and INR 6.3 lakh (inclusive of integrated course fee). Apart from this, candidates are also required to pay a one-time payment of INR 31,100 which includes, a development fee, caution money (refundable), admission processing fee and identity fee. The mentioned fee range is as per the official website/sanctioning body. It is subject to changes and hence, is indicative.

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Q:   How to take admission at NIT Patna for MTech?
A: 

The National Institute of Technology Patna offers a two-year full-time MTech course at the postgraduate level. NIT Patna admission to the MTech  course duration MTech course usually starts in the month of March-April after the GATE exam result declaration. The final selection is based on the GATE scores followed by CCMT counselling. The centralized CCMT counselling process for offering admission to MTech is done through online mode. Selected candidates have to further report at the institute to complete formalities for admission confirmation.

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Q:   Can I take NIT Patna M.Tech admission without GATE?
A: 

No, NIT admission process Patna for M.Tech admission is not possible without valid GATE scores. NIT Patna M.Tech admission is based on candidates' performance in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE).

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M.Tech in Data Science & Engineering
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Placements

ParticularsStatistics (2025)
Average SalaryINR 7.80 Lakh
Highest SalaryINR 12.50 Lakh
Lowest SalaryINR 5.00 Lakh
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NIT Patna 
Entry Requirements

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M.Tech in Data Science & Engineering
 at 
NIT Patna 
Admission Process

    Important Dates

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    GATE
    Feb 7, 2026
    GATE 2026 Exam- Forenoon (AG, ES, GG, IN, MA, MN, TF, XE, and XL)
    Feb 7, 2026
    GATE 2026 Exam- Afternoon (AE, BT, CH, CY, GE, PH, XH)
    Feb 8, 2026
    GATE 2026 Exam - Forenoon (CS1 and ST)

    M.Tech in Data Science & Engineering
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    NIT Patna 
    Cutoffs

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    CCMT round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
    Round20242025
    1540572
    2528549
    3511539
    4463495
    5454485
    6452-
    CCMT round-wise cutoff Rank: (OBC-All India)
    Round20242025
    1522526
    2443510
    3434493
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    5-450
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    GATE round-wise cutoff Rank: (General-All India)
    Round202320242025
    1468--
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    Round202320242025
    1393--
    2341--
    3314--
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    6-401-
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    Q:   How are NIT Patna M.Tech placements?
    A: 

    The branch-wise placement rate recorded during NIT Patna placements is presented below:

    Branch

    Placement Percentage-2023

    Placement Percentage-2024

    CSE

    89.62%

    89.6%

    ECE

    72.73%

    72.7%

    EE

    85%

    76.6%

    ME

    100%

    100%

    CE

    55%

    55.3%

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    Q:   What is the NIT Patna M.Tech application fees?
    A: 

    For admission at NIT Patna M.Tech courses, candidates are required to complete the GATE application process. Tabulated below is the application fees for GATE exam:

    For Examination Centres in India

    Regular Period

    During the Extended Period

    Female candidates (per paper)

    INR 750

    INR 1,250

    SC/ST/PwD category (per paper)

    INR 750

    INR 1,250

    All other candidates (per paper)

    INR 1,500

    INR 2,000

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    Q:   What is the GATE cutoff for M.Tech at NIT Patna?
    A: 

    Tabulated below is the M.Tech specialisation-wise cutoff for GATE CCMT:

    Course

    2023

    MTech in Structural Engineering

    390

    MTech in Environmental Engineering

    394

    MTech in Power System Engineering

    356

    MTech in VLSI and Microelectronics

    355

    Check updates related to NIT Patna cutoff, here.

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    Q:   Are GATE 2024 dates for admission at NIT Patna M.Tech courses?
    A: 

    Yes, Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering (GATE) dates are out and the registration process has started. GATE 2024 registrations are ongoing and the last date to apply is Sep 29. Moreover, the national-level examination will be conducted on Feb 3, 4, 10, and 11, 2024. For complete schedule of GATE 2024 and more updates, Click Here.

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