University profile

National Institute of Technology Patna

Patna, Bihar, India

Founded in 2004, National Institute of Technology Patna is a university in Patna, Bihar, India. It enrols approximately 3,125 students. It reports a 80% placement rate with a median salary of ₹7.0L (NIRF). Admission is primarily through JEE Main followed by JoSAA counselling.

Admission rate
7%
Median earnings 10 yrs out
₹2,200,000
Placement Rate
80%
NIRF-reported
Median Placement Salary
₹7.0L
NIRF-reported
Annual Intake
962
Founded
2004

Official data

Figures from government statistics, national graduate surveys and the university's own published fees. Each shows its source and the period it covers.

Annual tuition fee
UG B.Tech fee notification for Academic Session 2024-25 and onwards (linked from https://www.nitp.ac.in/Academic/Fee): tuition Rs 62,500 per semester x 2
₹125,000 / year
Total annual cost (as published)
First-year payable as listed: grand total 1st semester Rs 1,56,750 (incl. refundable caution Rs 10,000 and hostel security Rs 6,000) + 2nd-semester grand total Rs 1,03,750
₹260,500 / year
Hostel and mess
Hostel fee (multi-occupancy) Rs 12,000 + mess advance Rs 20,000 + hostel maintenance Rs 2,000 = Rs 34,000 per semester x 2
₹68,000 / year
Students enrolled
Students in the programmes submitted for the NIRF Engineering ranking
3,125
Graduates placed
UG 4-year programme(s) (NIRF Engineering data sheet): 591 placed of 738 graduating in minimum time
80.1%
Median salary of placed graduates
UG 4-year programme(s) (NIRF Engineering data sheet): median salary of placed graduates per annum, as submitted to NIRF
₹700,000 / year
Graduates going on to higher studies
UG 4-year programme(s) (NIRF Engineering data sheet): 51 selected for higher studies of 738 graduating
6.9%

Programme cutoffs · JEE / JoSAA

Closing ranks for the latest year, All-India quota (Other-State quota where marked OS — home-state applicants have a separate quota), OPEN category, gender-neutral pool. Lower ranks = harder to get in.

Programme Opening rank Closing rank Year · Round
Architecture → 746 892 2026 · R5 · OS
Computer Science and Engineering → 11,488 17,282 2026 · R5 · OS
Artificial Intelligence and Data Science → 14,835 18,895 2026 · R5 · OS
Computer Science and Engineering with Specialization in Cyber Security → 17,661 19,648 2026 · R5 · OS
Computer Science and Engineering with Specialization in Data Science → 17,519 20,201 2026 · R5 · OS
Electronics and Communication Engineering → 18,868 21,828 2026 · R5 · OS
Mathematics and Computing Technology → 20,130 22,754 2026 · R5 · OS
Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design and Technology) → 20,885 23,540 2026 · R5 · OS
Electronics and Communication Engineering with Specialization in Microelectronics and VLSI System Design → 23,361 24,120 2026 · R5 · OS
Electrical Engineering → 21,981 27,263 2026 · R5 · OS
Mechatronics and Automation Engineering → 24,785 28,690 2026 · R5 · OS
Electrical Engineering with Specialization In Power System Engineering → 24,897 30,621 2026 · R5 · OS
Mechanical Engineering → 30,690 37,779 2026 · R5 · OS
Mechanical Engineering with Specialization in Manufacturing and Industrial Engineering → 38,827 41,809 2026 · R5 · OS
Chemical Technology → 42,480 50,691 2026 · R5 · OS
Civil Engineering → 39,403 50,873 2026 · R5 · OS
Civil Engineering with Specialization in Construction Technology and Management → 45,016 51,933 2026 · R5 · OS
Material Science and Engineering → 53,237 53,805 2026 · R5 · OS

About the institution

  • Affiliations: ORCID iD, e-ShodhSindhu
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Frequently asked questions

What is the admission rate at National Institute of Technology Patna?

National Institute of Technology Patna has an admission rate of approximately 7.0%. This figure reflects the overall proportion of applicants who receive an offer of admission.

When was National Institute of Technology Patna founded?

National Institute of Technology Patna was founded in 2004.

How many students attend National Institute of Technology Patna?

National Institute of Technology Patna enrols approximately 3,125 students.

How much does National Institute of Technology Patna cost?

The annual cost of attendance at National Institute of Technology Patna is approximately ₹260,500. Financial aid, scholarships, and net price after aid may reduce this figure significantly for eligible students.

What is the placement rate at National Institute of Technology Patna?

National Institute of Technology Patna reports a placement rate of 80% (source: NIRF-published institutional data).

What is the average salary after National Institute of Technology Patna?

The median placement salary reported by National Institute of Technology Patna is ₹7.0 lakhs per annum (source: NIRF).

What is the JEE cutoff for Architecture at National Institute of Technology Patna?

For the 2026 JoSAA counselling round 5, the closing rank for Architecture at National Institute of Technology Patna was 892 (Other-State quota, OPEN category, Neutral pool).

What is the JEE cutoff for Computer Science and Engineering at National Institute of Technology Patna?

For the 2026 JoSAA counselling round 5, the closing rank for Computer Science and Engineering at National Institute of Technology Patna was 17,282 (Other-State quota, OPEN category, Neutral pool).

What is the JEE cutoff for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at National Institute of Technology Patna?

For the 2026 JoSAA counselling round 5, the closing rank for Artificial Intelligence and Data Science at National Institute of Technology Patna was 18,895 (Other-State quota, OPEN category, Neutral pool).

What is the official website of National Institute of Technology Patna?

The official website of National Institute of Technology Patna is http://www.nitp.ac.in.

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