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IIT Dhanbad MSc Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Admission Dates, Cutoff, Seats

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IIT Dhanbad MSc Eligibility & Highlights 2025

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  • IIT JAM
  • iconReturn on Investment
    Total Tuition Fees₹ 32K - 48K
    Average Package₹ 9L - 11.6L
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    Q:   What should be the marks required for getting top courses through IIT JAM at IIT ISM Dhanbad?

    A: 

    IIT ISM Dhanbad cutoff 2024 has been released across various specialisations in the form of opening and closing ranks. IIT Dhanbad MSc cutoff 2024 ranged between,  103 and 1017 for the General AI category candidates. The top programmes with the highest ranks needed were MSc Tech in Applied Geology,  MSc in Mathematics and Computing, and MSc in Chemistry. Students can find out the detailed Last Round cutoff list in the following table for General AI category: 

    Course

    2024

    M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology

    103

    M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics

    1017

    M.Sc. in Chemistry

    568

    M.Sc.1 in Mathematics and Computing

    413

    M.Sc.7 in Physics

    644

      

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    Q:   What is the hostel fee for MSc at IIT Dhanbad?

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    Candidates wishing to stay in the hostel of IIT Dhanbad campus have to pay a hostel fee. The fee is charged as per the service required by the candidates. An additional amount is to be paid for aspirants wanting to avail the mess service. Below is the IIT Dhanbad hostel fee for MSc:

    ComponentFee
    Hostel fee without messINR 11,100 - INR 16,400
    Hostel fee with messINR 72,000 - INR 1.08 lakh
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    Q:   Which entrance exam is required for admission to M.Sc at IIT Dhanbad?

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    IIT Dhanbad accepts IIT JAM exam scores for admission to the MSc courses. The cutoff is released category-wise for candidates under the AI quota. The Cutoff for the General AI category candidates for different courses was between the range of 103 and 1017. The MSc courses available at IIT Dhanbad with their respective Cutoff is given in the table below:

    Course2024
    M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology103
    M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics1017
    M.Sc. in Chemistry568
    M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing413
    M.Sc. in Physics644
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    IIT Dhanbad MSc Admission Dates 2025

    DatesUpcoming Events
    16 Mar '25
    IIT JAM 2025 Result
    2 Apr '25
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    DatesPast Events
    2 Feb '25
    IIT JAM 2025 Exam Day
    6 Jan '25
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    IIT Dhanbad MSc Cutoff

    MSc, Integrated PhD Cut Off 2024 for IIT JAM: Year-Wise rankAccordion Icon V3
    IIT JAM Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
    Course202220232024
    M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology8687103
    M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics7837521017
    M.Sc. in Chemistry511620568
    M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing561439413
    M.Sc. in Physics676657644

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    IIT Dhanbad M.Sc.
    Students Ratings & Reviews

    4/5
    Verified Icon14 Verified ReviewsInfo Icon
    Placement Review IconPlacements4.3
    Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure3.9
    Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course4.1
    Crowd Review IconCampus Life3.8
    Money Review IconValue for Money4.1
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    Barkha Barman Verified Icon
    M.Sc. in Mathematics and Computing - Batch of 2025
    4.2
    4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
    The best place to create memories with a career.
    Placements: The placement record for our branch is decent, with 52% of students placed last year. The highest package was 14 LPA, and the average package was around 8-9 LPA. Some companies that recruit from our course include Axtria, Virtusa, and Turning. Internship opportunities are limited for our course, but you can opt for off-campus internship opportunities. Top roles like SDE and Data Scientist are offered in our course.
    Infrastructure: The classrooms, labs, and Asia's second-largest library are all quite good. All the facilities are provided for our course, including wi-fi access all around the campus and good hostel facilities. However, the mess food is not good at all, and you will get bored with it after a few days. There is a health center on campus, and for sports, there are two outdoor grounds and an indoor ground, as well as a gym.
    Faculty: The faculty are highly qualified, and many of them are from prestigious foreign universities. Some professors are very strict and follow the course structure rigidly. Overall, the coursework is good but not very challenging. There are two exams and two quizzes each semester, and the grades are based on relative grading. The pass percentage is quite good, and you would have to do very poorly to fail.
    Other: I chose Mathematics and Computing because of the placement opportunities it offers. The best thing about my course is that it allows me to pursue a career in the IT field. I really enjoyed my campus life at IIT Dhanbad. The campus is wide and full of greenery, and I had a great experience studying there.
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    Sahil singh Verified Icon
    M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology - Batch of 2024
    4.6
    4Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
    I am satisfied with placements.
    Placements: In our college, around 50% of students are placed. The highest salary package offered is 23 LPA and the lowest salary package offered is 7 LPA. Top recruiting companies like ONGC, Cairn, Tata, SLB, Vedanta, ExxonMobil, etc., visit our campus. Almost all students get internships in the oil, gas, and mineral fields.
    Infrastructure: Our college provides excellent infrastructure. Wi-Fi is available throughout the campus. Air-conditioners are available in the libraries, labs, and classrooms. The quality of the food in the mess is good. Medical facilities are available.
    Faculty: Our teachers are well-qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable. The course makes students industry-ready. Exams are difficult. We have a grading system in this institute, and the syllabus structure is very unique.
    Other: I chose this college because of its unique course structure, which makes students industry-ready. Our college organised sports and games activities.
    Reviewed on 3 Jul 2023Read More
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    Akash Kumar Verified Icon
    M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics - Batch of 2023
    4.6
    5Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
    It is the best institution for studying earth sciences.
    Placements: Indian Institute of Technology provided good placements in recent years. A lot of companies visit our college for placements. Students get very decent salary packages. Very reputed and MNCs also come here for placing the students.
    Infrastructure: The college has a double sharing system. Hostels are well-maintained. The size of the room is good. The food served in a mess is bad. The institute has well-maintained sports playgrounds. It has a separate football ground, cricket playgrounds, and swimming pools.
    Faculty: Faculty members are well-qualified. Well-known personalities are teaching there. The R and D profile of this institute is very high and prestigious. Teachers are very helpful and are always eager to help us. Semester exams are average.
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    Amit BajpaiVerified Icon
    M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics - Batch of 2022
    4.4
    4Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
    The college has good faculty and decent placements every year.
    Placements: Placements for geophysics course are quite decent. Companies like Coal India Limited, ONGC, etc., come for campusing. This year, i.e., in 2019, 34 students were called for interview by ONGC (criteria was GPA>=8). Out of them, 7 students were selected with an annual salary package 19 LPA to 21 LPA. Most of the private companies also visited for placements.
    Infrastructure: Classes are fully air-conditioned, and labs are also quite decent. The library is the best in terms of space and facilities, it is fully air-conditioned, but if we talk about book availability, it is not as good as expected. The hostel is good, but the quality of food served is horrible.
    Faculty: The department is full of well-qualified and experienced as well as some horrible professors. Teachers are well-qualified and helpful. We can go to their cabin whenever we have doubt. Some teachers like Salivahan are best in delivering lectures. Most of the classes are conducted through a powerpoint presentation. The course curriculum is designed as per students' interest. Student can choose elective course accordingly.
    Other: I chose M.Sc Tech in applied geophysics because it is a technical course. After pursuing this course, most of the students go for ONGC and other petroleum companies. Few go for research. This course is very good for getting a good job, and the competition is also less.
    Reviewed on 16 Jan 2020Read More
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    Arghaya MondalVerified Icon
    M.Sc. Tech in Applied Geology - Batch of 2020
    3.8
    5Placements3Infrastructure4Faculty3Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
    Dissatisfied because of campus life, rest all is good.
    Placements: Providing information about passed out batch 1. Around 25% students got placement offers. 2. The highest salary is 17 Lacs per annum, the lowest is around 9 Lacs per annum and average would be like 12 Lacs per annum. 3. ONGC, COAL INDIA, SCHLUMBERGER, OIL, INDIAN OIL, CAIRN INDIA offered the jobs. 4. GEOLOGIST was the role offered. 6. 100% internship In ongc, coal India, AMD, TATA STEEL etc.
    Infrastructure: 1. Wi-Fi, labs with AC, a big central library along with a small departmental counterpart, well maintained classrooms 2. Hostels are a bit old, mess food is average and it vary from hostel to hostel, medical facilities are extremely good and sufficient sports arena are there.
    Faculty: 1. The teachers in our department are the top bosses of their topic within the country. Many of them are post doctorates as well. 2. Yes, it makes students industry ready by compulsory training programmes, workshops organised by the institute itself. Though the course curriculum needs to be changed a bit which has already been done with effect from 2019 onwards.
    Other: 1. This integrated course is only offered here so I chose it by my choice over other institutions. 2. Syllabus needed to be changed previously and it has already been done keeping in mind the flourishment of the subject in global aspect. 3. Workshops, fests happen every year along with reunion programs. Campus is not at all crowded. Connectivity is also good. You will get public transport right from the campus GATE. Inside rickshaws are available. The institute offers merit cum means scholarships to needy students.
    Reviewed on 19 Nov 2019Read More
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    Pradeep GoraiVerified Icon
    M.Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics - Batch of 2014
    5
    5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
    I am satisfied with the faculty members and placements. The best college to study geophysics.
    Placements: Placements for the students of our batch and senior batch were quite satisfactory. Almost 50% of the students from our batch were placed. They got placed in companies like Schlumber, Cairn India, ONGC, Oil India, IOCL and Coal India. The average salary package offered was 12 LPA to 14 LPA.
    Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college was very good. Hostel facilities were very nice. The whole campus was Wi-Fi enabled. The college also has a well-equipped computer lab and library. Medical facilities were also very nice. Our college has two big playgrounds, swimming pools, badminton court and volleyball court, etc.
    Faculty: Teachers in our college were very experienced and knowledgeable. Few teachers also had industrial experience. Every year, only 40 to 50 students were selected for this course. Our department had only 10 to 12 faculty members. Industrial and field exposures were also part of the curriculum. We went to Jharia in our first year, and we went to Jagoda in our second year. For industrial exposure, some of our batchmates went to Ongc Mumbai and oil India etc.
    Other: Our college also provides scholarships. They organise extracurricular activities like Basant fest and techno fest, etc.
    Reviewed on 19 Feb 2019Read More
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    IIT Dhanbad MSc FAQs 2025

    Q:   What are the specialisations offered at IIT Dhanbad for MSc course?

    A: 

    IIT Dhanbad offers MSc in three specialisations, including Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics & Computing. Additionally, it also offers MSc (Tech) courses in the specialisations, Applied Geophysics and Applied Geology. The application fee and seat intake vary for each of the MSc specialisations. In addition, cutoff marks also vary for admission to these courses.

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    Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for MSc (Tech) at IIT Dhanbad?

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    Those who want to study MSc (Tech) at IIT ISM Dhanbad must be Graduated with a qualifying degree with minimum of 50% aggregate or 5.5 CGPA in order to get admission to the Institute. It is crucial for all the aspirants to meet the eligibility requirements. Moreover, the relevant documents shall also be submitted at the time of admission.

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    Q:   How much is the fee of MSc programme at IIT Dhanbad?

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    The total tuition fee of the IIT Dhanbad MSc programme ranges from INR 36,000 to INR 54,000. The total course will further be higher as that includes other components such as Institute Admission fee, Hostel admission fee, benevolent fund, identity card, medical examination fee, Alumnus subscription & IIT Alumni fee, institute development fund, convocation charges, caution money and migration fee. Further, this fee is as per unofficial sources. Hence, is indicative.

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    Q:   How is the overall infrastructure of IIT Dhanbad?

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    {Source: M.Sc. students & alumni]

    IIT Dhanbad provides a well-rounded campus life for its students. The institution allows outside movements for girls within restricted timings and offers multiple sports facilities with coaching. While there are additional expenses for books, the college events are moderately busy with 1-3 monthly events. The mess food is of acceptable quality and hygiene, and attendance policies are strictly enforced. The college culture is diverse, with most students speaking English on campus, and no language challenges. Academically, the institution follows a moderate schedule with regular exams and practical discussions based on case studies. Security measures such as guards and CCTV cameras are present throughout the campus, and outsiders cannot enter without permission. The college takes strict action against ragging and has a good transportation system.

    Based on the reviews provided, the overall infrastructure of IIT Dhanbad is excellent. All the reviewers agree that the college provides top-notch infrastructure, including Wi-Fi connectivity, well-equipped laboratories with modern instruments, a central library with a vast collection of books and digital resources and well-maintained classrooms. Additionally, the hostels are praised for their cleanliness and amenities such as canteens and mess halls. Some reviewers mention that the hostels are a bit old but still maintain a good standard of living.

    Furthermore, the college boasts of modern sports facilities, including two playgrounds and a sports complex, which cater to both indoor and outdoor games. The health center on campus is also appreciated for its availability and accessibility. Overall, the infrastructure of IIT Dhanbad is highly rated by the students, making it conducive to learning and development.

    Summary: IIT Dhanbad provides exceptional infrastructure, with modern amenities such as Wi-Fi, well-equipped labs and a central library. The hostels are clean and well-maintained and the college offers a range of recreational facilities for students.

    Above answer is based on below reviews
    Our college provides excellent . by Sahil
    1. Wi-Fi, labs with AC, a big . by Arghaya
    The college has a very advance . by Bijayini
    The lecture complexes are big . by Swetangini
    All the above mentioned facili . by Arunabha
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    Q:   Can I do MSc from IIT Dhanbad?

    A: 
    Yes, the institute offers MSc courses of duration from two to three years. Aspirants shall check the eligibility criteria to know whether they can apply for the course or not. IIT MSc admission is based on a valid IIT JAM score. Candidates shortlisted based on IIT JAM score are further called for CCMN counselling. During the counselling, the seats are allotted to the eligible students.

     

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    Q:   Is it worth pursuing M.Sc. at IIT Dhanbad?

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    {Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

    Based on student reviews and feedback, here's what stands out:

    * Infrastructure: Excellent infrastructure with WiFi-enabled campus, air-conditioned classrooms, labs, and libraries. However, the hostels could use renovation, and meal quality varies across hostels.
    * Teaching: Faculty members are well-qualified, experienced, and knowledgeable. They are approachable and willing to help students. The course curriculum is designed to make students industry-ready.
    * Industry relevance: The programme prepares students for industries such as oil and gas, and many companies visit the campus for placements.
    * Placement record: Placements are decent, with around 50% of students placed. the highest salary package offered is INR23 LPA, while the lowest is INR7 LPA. Top recruiters include ONGC, Cairn, Tata, SLB, Vedanta, ExxonMobil, and more.
    * Scholarship opportunities: Merit-cum-means scholarships are available to deserving students.
    * Student life: Extracurricular activities, sports, and cultural events are organized regularly, making campus life vibrant and enjoyable.

    While no institution is perfect, IIT Dhanbad seems to offer a great balance between academic rigor, industry relevance, and personal growth opportunities. With its strong faculty, decent placement record, and excellent infrastructure, pursuing an M.Sc. at IIT Dhanbad could be a wise decision for those interested in the oil and gas sector or related fields.

    Here are some key takeaways:

    * IIT Dhanbad offers a unique course structure that prepares students for the industry.
    * The college has a good reputation among top recruiters in the oil and gas sector.
    * Around half of the students get placed, with impressive salary packages ranging from INR7 LPA to INR23 LPA.
    * The institute has a strong faculty pool with experts in their respective domains.
    * Scholarships and financial assistance are available to deserving students.
    * Campus life is lively, with regular extracurricular activities and sports events.
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