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  • Estd. 1886

NIT Patna MPlan Eligibility & Highlights 2024

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Total Tuition Fees 1.4L
Median Package 6L
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  • GATE
  • Graduation score60%
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    Q:   What is the median package offered during NIT Patna placements?
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    The branch-wise median package recorded during NIT Patna BTech and MTech placements 2025 is mentioned below:

    Branch

    BTech Median Package 2025

    MTech Median Package 2025

    ME

    INR 7 LPA

    INR 5.62 LPA

    EE

    INR 7 LPA

    INR 6.25 LPA

    CE

    INR 6 LPA

    INR 7.28 LPA

    ECE

    INR 12 LPA

    INR 10.97 LPA

    CSE

    INR 10.89 LPA

    INR 8.19 LPA

    Q:   Is NIT Patna a good option?
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    Yes, NIT Patna is a good option if you want to get admission in Engineering programmes. Since it is part of the NITs, it holds a certain prestige and reputation. NIRF 2025 ranked the institute at 53rd under the Engineering and 13th for Architecture. It is also recognised by the GoI as 'Institute of National Importance'. Some strong points for the institute include its placements, strong alumni network, and decent ROI. So yes, if a good and reputable Engineering government institute is your goal and the cutoff is attainable, then NIT Patna is a good option.

    Q:   What is NIT Patna famous for?
    A: 

    National Institute of Technology Patna is the 18th NIT created by the Ministry of Human Resource Development, Government of India. BTech is the flagship programme offered at this institute, which has been ranked 53rd under the 'Engineering' category in the NIRF Ranking 2025. The overall the highest package recorded during NIT Patna placements 2025 was INR 41.37 LPA. 

    Q:   Is there any scholarship offered by NIT Patna?
    A: 

    NIT Patna provides scholarships for deserving and eligible students. The institute offers National Fellowship and Scholarship for Higher Education of ST Students. Students can also avail NSP scheme.

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    Q:   How are students shortlisted for NIT Patna admission?
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    NIT Patna shortlists students mainly on an entrance scores. Students have to appear for entrance tests followed by other selection rounds. The selection process for popular programmes is as below:

    • NIT Patna BTech selection process - JEE Main + JoSAA
    • NIT Patna MTech selection process - GATE + CCMT
    • NIT Patna MCA selefction process - NIMCET
    • NIT Patna BArch selection process - JEE Main Paper II
    Q:   Who is eligible for NIT Patna admission?
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    Students have to meet the basic NIT Patna eligibility. The admission requirements may change depending on the programme/ specialisation. The common eligibility is as below:

    • NIT Patna BTech eligibility: Class 12 with a minimum 75% aggregate with PCM
    • NIT Patna MTech eligibility: BE/BTech in relevant specialization with minimum 60% aggregate
    • NIT Patna BArch eligibility: Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 12 with Mathematics & Physics as compulsory subjects
    • NIT Patna MCA eligibility: BCA from a recognized university with minimum 60% aggregate
    Q:   How many months are required to prepare for JEE Mains exam?
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    The time period required to complete the JEE Main preparation depends mainly on the students. Every student has their own pace of study. Ideally, 6-month time is good enough to complete the JEE Main preparation. Students who have started preparing from class 11 or 12 can easily prepare for JEE Main in 6 months considering the topics of JEE syllabus have already been studied in classes 11 and 12.

    JEE Main preparation is most effective with classes 11 and 12 as almost 90-95 percent of topics are similar in both exams. This way students can easily complete the entire JEE Main syllabus as well as the syllabus of classes 11 and 12. After the board exams, students get 1-2 months' time where they can focus entirely on JEE Main. Students who have started late for the JEE Main exam can make a 6-month plan where in the first three months they have to focus on revising the syllabus studied in classes 11 and 12. In the next two months focus on solving questions of JEE Main and analyzing the mistakes being made, if any. The last month should be focused on solving mock tests and JEE Main previous year question papers.

    Q:   What is the application process of NIT Patna?
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    NIT Patna invites applications through online mode. Candidates seeking admission to the courses offered at NIT Patna, need to visit the official website of respective national-level entrance exam conducting bodies and fill out the application form in online mode.

    • BTech aspiring candidates can apply for the programme on the official website of JEE Main and register for JoSAA counselling.
    • For the M.Tech programme, the candidates are required to register on the official website of COAP. 
    • For Integrated MSc admission, candidates need to apply to the IIT JAM through the official website of the respective conducting body.
    • For some courses such as PhD, aspirants shall visit the NIT Patna official website to apply.

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    ₹ 1.42 L
    ₹ 46.2 K
    ₹ 37.1 K
    ₹ 3.65 L
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    Q:   What are the fees at NIT Patna?
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    National Institute of Technology Patna offers many courses such as BTech, MTech, MCA, PhD, MPlan, etc. The below table shows some of the NIT Patna fees details:

    Courses

    Total Tuition Fees

    BTech

    INR 5 Lakh

    MTech

    INR 1.4 Lakh

    BArch

    INR 5 Lakh

    MCA

    INR 3 Lakh – INR 7.5 Lakh

     

    Q:   Is there direct admission in NIT Patna?
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    Candidates who want NIT Patna admissions have to clear entrance exam and also need to fulfill the eligibility criteria. There is no provision for direct admission. So candidates need valid scores of national-level entrance tests. There are in all 10 departments that offer 40+ courses. The flagship course of NIT Patna is BTech which admits students on the basis of JEE Main scores. Hence, candidates cannot get direct admission at NIT Patna. Candidates need to visit the official website of the national-level entrance exams and apply online. Selected candidates can proceed further for counselling, and PI.

    Q:   What is the cost of studying in NIT Patna?
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    NIT Patna fees structure varies according to the course and specialisation opted by the students. The total NIT Patna BTech fees for every specialisation including all components is INR 8.85 Lakh. The institute has a similar fee structure of INR 8.85 Lacs for BArch course as well. NIT Patna M.Tech fees is INR 3.65 Lakh.

    Note: The total fees mentioned above is sourced from official websites but is subject to change.

    Q:   What are the documents required for admission at NIT Patna?
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    Candidates who are invited to appear for the counselling process must take the following documents to NIT Patna during the verification process:

    • Print out of online admission form
    • Balance fee payment receipt
    • Medical fitness certificate
    • Duly filled undertaking forms
    • Provisional seat allotment/admission letter
    • JEE Main/GATE/NIMCET score card
    • Character and Migration Certificates
    • Photo identity card issued by the Government of India
    • Class 10 marksheet and pass certificate
    • Class 12 marksheet and pass certificate
    • APAAR ID
    • Passport size photograph
    • Category Certificates (if any)

    The list of documents mentioned above is not an exhaustive list. Candidates might have to bring additional documents as communicated by the institute.

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    Q:   What are the courses offered at NIT Patna?
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    NIT Patna offers UG, PG and doctoral level programmes. At the undergraduate level, the institute offers four-year BTech and five-year BArch programmes. At the postgraduate level, two-year MTech, March, and MCA programmes are offered by the institute. Apart from this, students have an option to opt for five-year dual degree programmes.

    Q:   What are the popular programmes offered at NIT Patna?
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    Some of the NIT Patna popular programmes include BTech in Computer Science and Engineering, BTech in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, BTech Electronics and Communication Engineering, Bachelor of Architecture (BArch), Integrated M.Tech in CSE Cyber Security, and Integrated M.Tech in Data Science.

    Q:   What is the percentile required for admission in NIT Patna?
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    For each of the NIT Patna course admissions, aspirants have to meet the set eligibility requirements. The eligibility criteria define the minimum qualification required for selection along with the aggregate. In the below table, the course-wise required percentile is mentioned:

    Course

    Eligibility Criteria

    BTech

    Class 12 with a minimum 75% aggregate with PCM

    BArch

    Minimum 60% aggregate in Class 12 with Maths & Physics as compulsory subjects

    MTech

    BE/BTech in relevant subject with a minimum 60% aggregate

    Integrated MSc (BSc + MSc)

    Class 12 with a minimum 75% aggregate

    PhD

    Graduation with a minimum aggregate of 60%

    Q:   How can I get admission in NIT Patna?
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    Candidates seeking admission to the NIT Patna must first appear for the entrance examinations which is JEE Mains for BTech, GATE for M.Tech and NIMCET for MCA. Then the cutoffs are declared and NIT Patna is allotted to candidates based on their rank and preference marked by them during application process. Shortlisted candidates have an option to either accept the seat or opt for upgradation. Selected candidates must then appear for the document verification process and pay the admission fees.

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    Yes, NIT Patna has a fully residential campus offering accommodation facilities to students. The institute has 6 hostels for boys and 2 hostels for girls. NIT Patna hostel facilities include common room, recreational area, lounge, and a mess. The college also has special provision for students with

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    NIT Patna, erstwhile Bihar College of Engineering is the sixth the oldest engineering institute in India, traces its roots back in 1886. The Institute of National Importance is undoubtably one of the most sought-after engineering college among aspirants. NIT Patna has set up high education standard,

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    NIT Patna had a successful placement season last year as more than 100 companies visited the campus to take part in the placement process. NIT Patna the highest package 2025 for the UG batch stood at INR 41.37 LPA, while it was INR 12.5 LPA for the PG graduates. The median NIT Patna BTech salary was

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    NIT Patna minimum package offered to the graduating batch of 2025 was INR 5 LPA. The minimum salary was INR 3 LPA and INR 4 LPA in 2024 for four-year UG and two-year PG programme students.  

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    National Institute of Technology Patna offers various facilities to its students. Both the college campuses have computer center, health center, sports center, central library, bank branch and hostels for boys and girls. The Mahendru Patna campus also has an incubation center nurturing the early sta

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