M.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence 

at IIT Patna, Patna

Yes, IIT Patna offers good placements to its MTech students. The average package offered during IIT Patna MTech placements 2024 stood at INR 17 LPA. The key highlights of IIT Patna MTech placements over the past three years are presented below:

Particulars	MTech Placement Statistics (2022)	MTech Placement Statistics (2023)	MTech Placement Statistics (2024)
Average package	INR 14.99 LPA	INR 16 LPA	INR 15 LPA
Placement rate	86.81%	83.05% (overall)	61.01%

Note: Placement drive 2024 was ongoing at the time the page was updated

Earlier, the key highlights of IIT Patna M.Tech placements 2022 are presented below:

Particulars	MTech Placement Statistics (2022)
Average package	INR 14.99 LPA
Placement percentage	86.81%
Offers percentage	116.48%
Total offers	105
Batch strength	120
Eligible and Registered students	91
Students placed	79

Qualifying Marks :

1. Candidates should have obtained at least 60% marks (or a CGPA of 6.5 in 10 point scale) or equivalent in the qualifying degree.
2. The minimum marks for SC/ST categories is 55% (or a CGPA of 5.5 in 10 point scale) in the qualifying examination.

Gate Scores : 

• Candidates should have a valid GATE score

Age Limit :

• The upper age limit is 32 years

To get admission at IIT Patna, candidate must qualify GATE COAP. IIT Patna GATE COAP cutoff 2024 has been concluded for admission to the MTech courses. In the meantime, students can refer to the table below to check out the GATE COAP 2021 cutoff scores for General AI categories.

Candidates who wish to apply to the M.Tech programme must have a valid GATE score. Students are screened based on their CGPI in BE/BTech and GATE scores during COAP counselling. However, candidates who have completed their BTech from IITs with a CGPA of 8.0 and above can apply without GATE scores. These applications are reviewed by the respective department (s). Hence, the answer to this question is - yes, it is possible to get into IIT Patna without GATE for MTech. 

The overall placement rate recorded during IIT Patna MTech placements 2024 was 61.01%. The branch-wise students registered and students placed during IIT Patna MTech placements 2024 is presented below:

MTech Branch	Students Registered (2024)	Students Placed (2024)
AI	28	15
CS	21	17
MC	18	13
MT	14	11
EE	7	2
VLSI	7	2
CE	14	8
MS	13	4
ME	18	10
GE	8	8
PC	7	2
SE	7	5

Note: Placement drive 2024 was ongoing at the time the page was updated

Earlier, the branch-wise average package offered, offers made and placement rate recorded during IIT Patna M.Tech placements 2022 are presented below:

MTech Branch	Average Package (2022)	Placement Rate (2022)	Total Offers (2022)
Computer Science	INR 21.94 LPA	100%	16
Mathematics & Computing	INR 15 LPA	100%	20
Mechatronics	INR 11.79 LPA	93.33%	19
Communication System	INR 20.15 LPA	80%	13
VLSI & Embedded System	INR 23.17 LPA	100%	10
Civil & Infrastructure	INR 7.5 LPA	62.5%	5
Materials Science	INR 8.75 LPA	45.45%	5
Mechanical	INR 8.71 LPA	100%	17

{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.

IIT Patna accepts multiple state/national entrance exams other than JEE for admission to BSc courses. NEET, CUET, BITSAT, etc., are other exams accepted by the institute. However, candidates must make sure to first qualify for the BSc eligibility criteria. Qualified candidates just need to apply via the official website of IIT Patna. 

BSc eligibility criteria: Class 12 in Science Stream with 60% aggregate

To get admission to IIT Patna BSc course candidates must have valid eligibility criteria and qualify for one of the state/national level entrance exams. JEE Advanced / JEE Main/NEET/CUET/BITSAT or International Entrance Test; US (SAT-I/SAT-II), UK (BMAT), or IITP SAT are a few of the exams accepted by the IIT Patna.  

BSc eligibility criteria: Class 12 in Science Stream with 60% aggregate

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 is a prestigious institute. It has been recognised as an Institute of National Importance. IIT Patna has been ranked by various international and national ranking bodies. The QS World University Rankings 2023 have ranked IIT Patna at 106 and 401-450 among the Southern Asian and Asian University categories, respectively. IIT Patna has been ranked 41 and 66 by NIRF 2023 under the ‘Engineering’ and 'Overall' categories, respectively. IIT Patna is one of the new IITs established in 2008.