Overview
IIT Patna was established by an Act of the Indian Parliament on August 6, 2008. Its campus is at Bihta, about 40 km from Patna, in a region with a centuries-old tradition of learning. The institute has ten departments and offers B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD programmes, including interdisciplinary M.Tech specializations such as Mechatronics, Nano Science and Technology, and VLSI and Embedded Systems.
IIT Patna Highlights
| Founded | 2008 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Patna, Bihar |
| Popular programmes listed | 4 |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
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M.Sc.
PhD
Admission Process
Undergraduate admission to the B.Tech programme is through JEE Main followed by JEE Advanced, with seats allotted through JoSAA counselling. M.Tech admission is based on a valid GATE score, with seats allotted through the COAP portal, and M.Sc. admission is through the JAM examination. PhD admissions are handled by the departments, usually through a written test and an interview.
How to apply — typical steps
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- Open the admissions section on the university's official website.
- Choose your programme and check its eligibility criteria.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit before the deadline.
- Track counselling and merit-list announcements on the official website.
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Scholarships
Tuition fee is fully waived for SC, ST and PwD students. Students whose family income is below ₹1 lakh a year get a full tuition waiver, and those with income between ₹1 lakh and ₹5 lakh get a two-thirds waiver. GATE-qualified M.Tech students receive a monthly assistantship as per government norms, and full-time PhD scholars are supported with fellowships.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at IIT Patna?
Qualify JEE Main, then JEE Advanced, and take part in JoSAA counselling. Your JEE Advanced rank decides your branch and seat.
What is the B.Tech fee at IIT Patna?
Tuition is ₹1 lakh per semester for general-category students, which works out to roughly ₹2–3 lakh a year with other charges (indicative). SC, ST and PwD students pay no tuition, and income-based waivers apply.
Where is the IIT Patna campus?
The campus is at Bihta, about 40 km from Patna.
What M.Tech specializations does IIT Patna offer?
Along with regular specializations, it offers interdisciplinary M.Tech programmes such as Mechatronics, Nano Science and Technology, and VLSI and Embedded Systems.
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