Integrated B.Tech. in ME + MBA (NITIE) 

at IIT Patna, Patna

For 2022, cut off was 10861 for General category candidates in All India quota for B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering in IIT Patna - Indian Institute of Technology. For female candidates in general category under All India quota, 19143 was the closing rank. B.Tech cut off varies depending on the category and domicile/quota of the applicant.

IIT Patna - Indian Institute of Technology will release 6 rounds of JEE Advanced cutoffs for admission to B.Tech. The cutoffs will be released on a rolling basis, and the seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The cutoffs will be based on the following factors:

• The JEE Advanced score of the candidate
• The category of the candidate
• The number of seats available in the course

Candidates must visit the official website of entrance exam to read clear instructions on how to proceed with the counselling process, once the round is released.

IIT Patna JEE Advanced cutoff 2024 has been released across multiple specialisations. Based on the Round 1 seat allotment, the BTech cutoff scores ranged between 2985 and, 14298 for the General AII India category students. Among all the BTech specialisations, BTech in CSE is the most competitive specialisation. So, considering the round 1 cutoff, candidates seeking admission to Indian Institute of Technology Patna with a rank between 1 and 5000 can easily get admission for the courses mentioned below in the table with their cutoffs for the General AI category:

Course	2024
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	2985
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science	3870
B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing Engineering	4508
Integrated B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	3926
Integrated B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing	4530
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering + MBA in Digital Business Management (IIM Bodh Gaya)	3427
B.Tech. in Mathematics and Computing + MBA in Digital Business Management (IIM Bodh Gaya)	4990
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence and Data Science + MBA in Digital Business Management (IIM Bodh Gaya)	4371

No, there is no provision of a student studying free at IIT Patna as per the official website. However, IIT Patna provides a range of Merit-Cum-Means scholarships to meritorious and needy students. Any UG (BTech) student or MSc student can receive these scholarships. The criteria to receive is that the annual income of a student's parents/ guardian/ family from all sources in the preceding financial year must not be more than INR 4.50 lakh. Category-wise eligibility criteria and the way in which the scholarship is offered is as follows:

Category	Scholarship Eligibility	Scholarship Provided
Gen & OBC students	For new entrants: Their SPI will be the criteria for merit + Minimum SPI is 6.50 and no "F" grade in any of the courses in the first semester + Annual Family income must be less than INR 4.5 lakh For 2nd-year students (BTech/MSc): Minimum CPI is 6.50 and no "F" grade	INR 1,000 per month is provided for two semesters along with a full tuition fee waiver
SC and ST students	For new entrants: Their SPI will be the criteria for merit + No "F" grade in any of the courses in the first semester + Annual Family income must be less than INR 4.5 lakh For 2nd-year students (BTech/MSc): No "F" grade in any of the courses	Free mess, exemption from hostel room rent and pocket allowance of INR 250 per month

A few more PG scholarships and UG scholarships offered by the PM are awarded to the students of IIT Patna. 

The branch-wise the highest, average and median package offered during IIT Patna BTech placements 2022 are presented below:

BTech Branch	Highest Package (2022)	Average Package (2022)	Median Package (2022)
Computer Science	INR 137 LPA	INR 38.79 LPA	INR 40 LPA
Electrical	INR 120 LPA	INR 33.04 LPA	INR 25.56 LPA
Mechanical	INR 54.57 LPA	INR 18.22 LPA	INR 14.33 LPA
Civil	INR 44.10 LPA	INR 17.02 LPA	INR 14 LPA
Chemical	INR 31.37 LPA	INR 12.91 LPA	INR 11 LPA

{Source: B.Sc. students & alumni}

Based on the reviews and testimonials from students and alumni, here's a summary of the key points:

Pros:

* Teaching Quality: The faculty members are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and helpful, providing a strong foundation in computer Science and data analysis.
* Industry Readiness: The course curriculum focuses on practical applications, ensuring students are equipped with the necessary skills for the industry.
* Placement Opportunities: IIT Patna has a great reputation for placing students in top companies, with an average package of INR28.50 LPA and the highest package reaching INR82.05 LPA in 2022.
* Campus Life: The college offers a conducive learning environment, with modern facilities, including state-of-the-art laboratories, classrooms, and recreational spaces.

Cons:

* Limited Face-to-Face Interaction: As an online-hybrid course, students may experience limited face-to-face interaction with professors and peers.
* High Competition: With a high demand for the course, competition for placements and scholarships may be intense.

Overall Assessment:

B.Sc. at IIT Patna appears to be a good choice for students interested in computer Science and data analysis. While it may have some limitations due to its online-hybrid nature, the college's strong faculty, industry-focused curriculum, and impressive placement record make it an attractive option. However, prospective students should be prepared for high competition and prioritize building connections with peers and professors.

Please note that these findings are based on the specific feedback provided by students and alumni and may vary depending on individual experiences.

Yes, it is possible to join IIT Patna wihout JEE Advanced for courses other than BTech. For BTech programme JEE Advanced with JEE Mains is necessary. For other courses, such as M.Tech the asping candidates need to clear GATE with COAP counselling. Candidates who are seeking admission to the MTech, BBA, BSc or EMBA need not take JEE Advanced.

IIT Patna accepts CUET score for the BSc programme. To get admission to the BSc programme at IIT Patna the aspiring candidates need to have a minimum of 60% in class 12. They also need National/State Level Entrance (i.e., JEE (Advanced/Main), NEET, CUET, BITSAT, KVPY/NTSE/INSPIRE scholarship holders, State Entrance Examinations). 

Candidates preparing for IITs are only required to appear for the JEE Advanced entrance exam after qualifying JEE Main. Students who who secure above the 98th percentile in JEE Main 2024 Session 2 should start preparing for JEE Advanced 2025 immediately. Those who score between 95th and 98th percentile should focus on improving their JEE Main score by taking multiple mock tests and practicing previous year's question papers. By analysing their strengths and weaknesses, candidates can identify their areas of proficiency and topics where they need improvement. If they can achieve full marks in their practice sessions, they can start preparing for JEE Advanced. However, if they cannot score full marks, it is recommended that they appear for multiple mock test series for more practice. 

NIT Manipur JEE Main cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to the BTech courses. During the Round 1 cutoff, the closing rank for CSE was 25886 for the General category students under the AII India Quota. Among OBC candidates, the closing rank for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering stood at 8750. Candidates seeking admisison to NIT Manipur can refer to the table below to check out the Round 1 closing ranks for BTech in CSE course for various categories under the AI quota: 

Category	JEE Main 2024 Expected Cutoff
Common Rank List	90-91
Gen-EWS	75-76
OBC-NCL	73-74
SC	51-52
ST	37-38
PwD	0.0013527