NIT Patna – Overview
National Institute of Technology Patna (NIT Patna / NITP), one of India’s oldest technical institutions, traces its roots to the Bihar College of Engineering established in 1886 — making it India’s 6th oldest engineering institute. Located behind Gandhi Ghat on the south bank of the sacred river Ganga in Patna, Bihar, NIT Patna is a centrally funded Institute of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament and funded by the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It is approved by AICTE, UGC, and MHRD, and has signed an MoU with Handong Global University, South Korea for student and faculty exchange.
NIT Patna is ranked #53 in NIRF Engineering 2025 and #13 in Architecture & Planning — a uniquely dual-strength among NITs. It offers B.Tech in 6+ specialisations, B.Arch, M.Tech, Integrated M.Sc, MCA, and PhD. The 2024–25 placement cycle recorded 505 job offers from the UG batch, with a highest package of Rs. 41.37 LPA and an average of Rs. 9.9 LPA. Over 120+ companies participate in annual placement drives including Amazon, TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T, Adobe, and Cognizant. The campus is 8 km from Patna Junction Railway Station and 20 km from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| College Name | National Institute of Technology Patna (NIT Patna / NITP) |
| Location | Behind Gandhi Ghat, Patna, Bihar (South Bank of River Ganga) |
| Established | 1886 (as Bihar College of Engineering) | India’s 6th Oldest Engineering Institute |
| Type | Centrally Funded Technical Institution (CFTI) | Institute of National Importance |
| Governing Body | Ministry of Education, Government of India |
| Recognition | AICTE Approved | UGC Recognised | MHRD Approved | Act of Parliament |
| Departments | 10 Engineering + Architecture & Planning Departments |
| International MoU | Handong Global University, Pohang, South Korea – Student & Faculty Exchange |
| Special Highlights | India’s 6th Oldest Engg Institute | NIRF #53 Engg + #13 Architecture | Unique B.Arch + B.Tech NIT | 505 Offers (2024–25) |
Courses & Fees
NIT Patna offers B.Tech in 7 branches, B.Arch, M.Tech in 18+ specialisations, Integrated M.Sc, MCA, and PhD across 9 specialisations. The total B.Tech fee is Rs. 6.14 Lakhs with a first-year fee of Rs. 1.66 Lakhs. B.Arch (NATA-based) is a unique offering among NITs. M.Tech first-year fee is approximately Rs. 1.25 Lakhs. As a government NIT, fees include tuition, exam, and other institutional charges with income-based waivers available.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| B.Tech (Total – 4 Years) | Rs. 6.14 Lakhs | First Year: Rs. 1.66 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Specialisations | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical Science & Technology, AI & Data Science |
| B.Arch | 5 Years – via NATA / JEE Paper 2 (Unique NIT Offering) |
| M.Tech (18+ Specialisations) | First Year: Rs. 1.25 Lakhs – via GATE / CCMT |
| Integrated M.Sc | 5 Years – via IIT JAM |
| MCA | 2 Years – via NIMCET |
| PhD | 9 Specialisations – via GATE / UGC-NET |
| Admission Mode – B.Tech | JEE Main → JoSAA / CSAB Counselling |
Placements
NIT Patna’s Training and Placement Cell drives active campus recruitment. In 2024–25, 505 job offers were made from the UG batch by 120+ participating recruiters. The highest package reached Rs. 41.37 LPA and average package was Rs. 9.9 LPA. The B.Tech median package is Rs. 7 Lakhs. In 2022–23, a highest package of Rs. 52 LPA was recorded with 609 students placed. Key recruiters include Amazon, TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T, Adobe, Cognizant, Deloitte, Capgemini, and public sector units.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Highest Package (2024–25) | Rs. 41.37 LPA |
| Highest Package (2022–23) | Rs. 52 LPA |
| Average Package (2024–25) | Rs. 9.9 LPA |
| Median Package (B.Tech) | Rs. 7 LPA |
| Total UG Offers (2024–25) | 505 Offers |
| Companies Visiting Annually | 120+ Recruiters |
| Top Recruiters | Amazon, TCS, Wipro, Infosys, L&T, Adobe, Cognizant, Deloitte, Capgemini, PSUs |
| Recruiting Sectors | IT, Core Engineering, Consulting, Analytics, Public Sector Units |
JEE Main Cutoffs
NIT Patna uses JEE Main ranks via JoSAA counselling only — NOT KCET or COMEDK. Cutoffs below are for General (Open) category under OS (Other State) quota, Final Round 2025. Always verify latest round-wise data on josaa.nic.in.
JEE Main Cutoff (General – AI Quota, Final Round 2025)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| CSE (General AI – Final Round 2025) | 19,078 (Closing Rank) |
| AI & Data Science (General AI – Final Round 2025) | 21,188 (Closing Rank) |
| ECE (General AI – Final Round 2025) | 24,388 (Closing Rank) |
| Mechanical Engineering (General AI – Final Round 2025) | 46,025 (Closing Rank) |
| Civil Engineering (General AI – Final Round 2025) | 62,828 (Closing Rank) |
JEE Main Cutoff – OS Quota Reference (2024)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Overall OS Range (2024 – General) | 12,205 – 40,767 |
| CSE – OS Round 1 (2025) | 14,996 (OS) | 17,808 (HS) – Opening Rank |
| B.Arch Cutoff (NATA / JEE Paper 2) | Expected Below AIR 2,100 (2026 Estimate) |
Rankings & Recognitions
NIT Patna is one of the few NITs with top-tier NIRF recognition in two categories — Engineering (#53) and Architecture & Planning (#13). Its consistent climb from NIRF rank 56 in 2023 to 53 in 2025 reflects growing academic and research strength.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| NIRF Ranking 2025 – Engineering | #53 | Score: 53.89 |
| NIRF Ranking 2025 – Architecture & Planning | #13 | Score: 60.16 |
| NIRF Ranking 2024 – Engineering | #55 |
| Collegedunia Ranking 2025 | #55 (B.Tech) |
| NIRF Overall Band (2025) | 101–150 |
| Institutional Status | Institute of National Importance | India’s 6th Oldest Engineering Institution |
Campus & Facilities
NIT Patna’s campus, situated behind Gandhi Ghat on the banks of the Ganga, offers a historically significant and naturally enriching academic environment. The campus provides hostel facilities, advanced engineering and science laboratories, a central library with digital access, sports facilities, and student activity centres. It is conveniently located 8 km from Patna Junction Railway Station and 20 km from Jay Prakash Narayan International Airport.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Location | Gandhi Ghat, South Bank of River Ganga | 8 km from Patna Junction |
| Hostel | Separate Boys & Girls Hostels with Mess Facilities |
| Laboratories | Advanced Labs for all 10 Engineering & Architecture Departments |
| Library | Central Library with Books, Journals & Digital Resources |
| Sports & Activities | Sports Facilities, Cultural Events, Tech Fests, Student Clubs |
| Connectivity | 8 km from Patna Junction Railway Station | 20 km from JP Narayan International Airport |
Scholarships
As a centrally funded NIT, NIT Patna offers structured tuition fee remission based on family income. General and OBC students with income below Rs. 1 Lakh per annum receive full tuition fee waiver. Income between Rs. 1–5 Lakhs qualifies for 2/3rd remission. SC/ST students receive full scholarships as per Government of India norms. Research fellowships (JRF/SRF) are available for PhD scholars via GATE/UGC-NET.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Tuition Fee Remission | Gen/OBC – Family Income < Rs. 1 Lakh/year → 100% Waiver |
| Partial Tuition Fee Remission | Gen/OBC – Family Income Rs. 1–5 Lakhs/year → 2/3rd Waiver |
| SC/ST Scholarship | Full Scholarship – Government of India Norms |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Central Government – Meritorious & Financially Needy Students |
| JRF / SRF Fellowship (PhD) | Junior / Senior Research Fellowship via GATE / UGC-NET |
Faculty & Research
NIT Patna’s faculty are experienced researchers and educators across 10 engineering and architecture departments. The Architecture & Planning department is uniquely positioned to contribute to Patna Smart City development, Ganga riverfront engineering, and flood management infrastructure — some of India’s most complex civil challenges. The MoU with Handong Global University, South Korea, enables international research collaboration and student exchange.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Departments | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, AI-DS, Architecture & Planning + Sciences |
| International Collaboration | MoU – Handong Global University, Pohang, South Korea |
| Unique Research Focus | Smart City, Ganga Riverfront Engineering, Flood Management (Architecture & Civil) |
| PhD Research | 9 Specialisations – Active Doctoral Programmes Across All Departments |
Ready to Join NIT Patna?
Apply via JEE Main and participate in JoSAA counselling. Visit the official website for the latest programme and fee details.