Thapar University Patiala Answered Questions

No, Class 12 marks are not enough to get into Thapar University since the university mainly admits students on an entrance basis only. Students have to provide national-level entrance exam score to get selected. The university considers JEE Mains, NEET, CUET, etc. in addition to Class 12 marks. You can visit the university's website to know more about the same.

LPU's B.Tech in Civil Engineering offers a strong foundation with a balance of theory, practical training, and industry exposure. Students gain hands-on experience through advanced labs, field projects, and internships that prepare them for real-world challenges. The programme emphasizes innovation, sustainability, and skill development, opening pathways to both career opportunities and higher studies.This programme which articulates the concepts from basic Science to technology through lab practice and projects to gain knowledge in areas like Structural, Environmental, Highway Engineering, Construction Management which are in sync with industry expectations. It has duration of 4 years and 8 semesters.The eligibility criteria is - Pass with 60% aggregate marks in 10+2  (with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry and English) or equivalent, subject to qualifying  LPUNEST or JEE Main  or CUET.For a candidate, who has not studied English as a subject, the condition of English may be waived off provided the candidate in his qualifying exam has studied in English medium or an equivalent subject. Placements - 15 LPAthe highest Salary Package9.6 LPAAverage Salary packageAfter completing this degree, civil engineers can work in sectors such as construction, infrastructure, transportation, and urban planning. Common roles include site engineer, structural engineer, project manager, and urban planner. There are also ample government job opportunities in departments like PWD, NHAI, and municipal corporations.Moreover, the salient features of course are  as follows - Practical learningVisit to dams, hydraulic projects, sewage plants provides maximum exposure to learn about industrial problems and emerging technologies.Multidisciplinary learningMinor elective gives the students a choice to develop expertise in the interdisciplinary areas of interest like Management, Electronics and Computer Science.E - learning (MOOCs)Curriculum is equipped with the latest digital technologies including online learning through MOOCs platform to make students industry ready.PathwaysCurriculum of the course is competent to impart skills as per feedback provided by premier organizations of industry and academia through various pathwaysInteractive teaching learningUsage of demo kits in addition to animations, simulations, audio-visual aids, demonstrations provide interactive teaching methodology.I hope this helps, Thank you. 

Dear reader, As a LPU student this is my prespective towards the question you asked. Although both Thapar and MIT Pune are well regarded and have solid academic records, LPU's B.Tech CSE programme is notable for its broad industry partnerships and career-focused curriculum.  Due to the university's emphasis on practical skills, many students receive offers and placements from major recruiters.  LPU is an appealing option for a successful career because of its proactive approach to preparing students for the business world.You can find more details on official websites of these universities.I hope this information helps.

The admission dates for the BTech programme at Thapar University are usually released after the release of JEE Mains admission dates. The admissions for the 2024 batch are closed now. For tracking the BTech dates, applicants should keep the JEE Mains schedule also in mind. The JEE Mains examination is held in January and April. Moreover, as per the sequence of JEE Mains dates, the university also opens its application portal.  

Thapar University admission 2025 is based on both merit and entrance-based criteria. The university offers a wide range of programmes to students at the UG and PG levels, mainly in the Engineering stream. The application process is conducted online; hence, candidates can apply on the official website of the university. Further, candidates can check the steps below to fill out the Thapar University application form:Step 1: Go to the official website of the university.Step 2: Click on the "Admission 2025" tab and register.Step 3: Fill out the application form by entering your personal and academic details.Step 4: Upload a scanned photo of the qualifying exam mark sheet and a passport-size photograph.Step 5: Pay the application fee and submit the form. 

The college offers three UG and one PG courses, such as BA, BBA, BCom in Liberal Arts and Sciences and BSc (excluding specialisations), MA. The students can choose the major during the second year at TSLAS (for some majors, the prerequisites are offered during the second semester). Students can check the table below to know the detailed course-wise eligibility:Course NameEligibilityBAClass 12 with 60% aggregate or equivalent examination (55% for SC/ST candidates)BBAClass 12 with 60% aggregate or equivalent examination (55% for SC/ST candidates)BScClass 12 with 60% aggregate or equivalent examination (55% for SC/ST candidates)BComClass 12 with 60% aggregate or equivalent examination (55% for SC/ST candidates)

Reputation & RankingThapar University generally has a stronger legacy and better national ranking in engineering.UPES is known for niche specializations, especially in emerging tech fields, but is relatively younger. FeesUPES has higher tuition (often ?15–20L+ for 4 years).Thapar is more affordable, though still premium (around ?14–16L total). Campus & FacilitiesBoth have modern labs, libraries, and strong infrastructure.UPES is in Dehradun with a scenic campus; Thapar is in Patiala with a large, traditional engineering campus. PlacementsThapar: More consistent and broader industry connections; higher median salary for CSE grads.UPES: Good placement for top performers, especially in companies looking for specialised domains, but averages are lower than Thapar. CurriculumUPES offers more specialized tracks (AI, Cybersecurity, Data Science).Thapar focuses on core computer Science fundamentals with flexibility for electives

The eligibility requirements for admission to the MBA course at Thapar University and LPU are almost similar, in which candidates are required to complete their graduation with a minimum aggregate of 50% to 55%. Selection criteria for MBA at LPU: LPUNEST/ CAT/ MAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ NMAT + GDPISelection criteria for MBA at Thapar University: CAT/ NMAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ GMAT/ GRE/ SNAP,  followed by PI.Thus, the admission process for the MBA course is similar in both universities. The only difference is in some of the accepted entrance exams. 

Candidate, who wishes to withdraw from the seat before the commencement of the session must submit the refund form to the admissions team, LM Thapar School of Management, Derabassi campus or email the department. The fee will be refunded after adjusting all the outstanding dues, if any. The criteria of the fee refund policy for the MBA course at TIET Patiala are as follows:Percentage of RefundTime of Withdrawal Notice100% (minus ?5000 processing fee)15 or more days before the last date of admission90%Less than 15 days before the last date of admission80%15 or fewer days after the last date of admission50%15 to 30 days after the last date of admission0%More than 30 days after the last date of admission

All four universities have their strengths in CSE.·         Thapar University is best for top-tier placements and academic excellence.·         LPU offers a good balance of practical learning, industry exposure, and affordability, with decent placement support.·         Amity has strong infrastructure but is costlier, with mostly service-based placements.·         Sharda is improving but still behind in core placements.Conclusion: Choose based on your goals. Thapar for high-end placements, LPU for a well-rounded, value-for-money experience.