Thapar University Patiala Answered Questions

In the fourth round of counselling for the Thapar University B.Tech. in Civil Engineering with a Computer Application (CA) specialisation in the 2024 admissions cycle, the number of seats available for SC category students may vary depending on a number of factors, including the total demand and the number of seats filled in previous rounds. Most seats are usually filled by round four of counselling, although a few spots may still be available based on withdrawals or seat cancellations. There may only be, roughly speaking, five to ten seats available, though this is subject to change. Checking the official Thapar University website or getting in touch with the admissions office directly is advised to obtain the most up-to-date and correct information.

Yes, Thapar University follows a seat reservation policy for MBA courses according to the authorised government's seat reservation policy. The seats are reserved for the following categories, such as SC/ST, North Eastern, J &K migrant, NRI and 50 % Punjab Residents. Thapar University does not offer MBA seats through management quota, one has to follow the complete admission procedure and eligibility criteria to get admission to MBA courses. 

Total Semester tuition fee for B.Tech Biotechnology is INR 1,50,900 and development fee & other charges are INR 68,000, making the total semester fee INR 2,18,900.To take admission at Thapar University, a candidate must have passed the Class 12th or equivalent examination with at least 60% marks (55% for SC/ST candidates) in an aggregate of three subjects, namely, physics, chemistry, and biology. And the admission is based on the candidate’s performance in the NEET examination, followed by a counselling process. 50% of the seats will be filled based on NEET scores, and the remaining 50% will be filled based on merit of marks obtained in Class 12th or equivalent examination in aggregate of three subjects.

MAT 2024 registration for August is over. The next phase of exams will be held in December 2024. The schedule of MAT 2024 registration for December phase has started at the AIMA, official website. Candidates who plan to appear for the MAT exam this year can apply for any phase of the as per their preparation and convenience. The MAT PBT, CBT and IBT form submission deadline of each session is different. Each MAT session will also be held on a different date. The MAT application fee is same for all exam modes and all exam phases. For each session candidates have to pay INR 2,100 as application fee. Candidates can appear for more than one session, however they will have to pay the fee per session.

To understand what Thapar University is worth for an MCA course, the first and major factor that students should rely on is return on investments which means comparing the fees of the course with the salary packages provided by the Thapar University placements. The total tuition fee for the MCA course at Thapar University is INR 2.5 Lacs for a two-year MCA course. On the other hand, the Thapar University MCA average package is INR 7 lakh. Hence, the return on investment in the MCA course at TU is worth it. Another factor that students can consider before applying for this course is Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (Deemed-to-be University) was ranked 22 in the NIRF 2023 rankings under the “University” category. 

Thapar University MCA total tuition fee is INR 2.55 lakh. Apart from the mentioned tuition fee, candidates are also required to pay a one-time fee of INR 23,000, including admission fee and institute security fee. The hostel charges are up to INR 2.36 lakh. The fee mentioned here is the total tuition fee and is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. For more clarity, the aspirants can reach out to the admission office. 

Yes, a two-year postgraduate MCA degree course is available at Thapar University. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (Deemed-to-be University) offers an MCA programme for two years. The PG-level course is offered in a full-time mode. Admission to the TU is completely based on merit i.e., evaluated based on candidates' academic performance and scores in their graduation. The minimum eligibility criteria required by the university for MBA admission is candidates must secure at least 60% aggregate (55% for SC/ST) in aggregate. Mathematics must be studied at the Class 12 level or the graduation level.

The selection process for MBA courses is simple, Thapar University evaluates the candidates' scores at the graduation level and according to that the university will release the merit list. Additionally, candidates must have studied Mathematics in their Class 12 and graduation level, the university assesses the complete academic record of the applicant before granting a seat in the programme, because the university has a limited number of seats for the MCA programme. 

The university has not released the 2024 statistics of placed students. However, as per the official statistics, a year-on-year increase was observed in the total offers made from 2021 to 2023 drives. Likewise, an improving trend was recorded in the total number of students placed over the past three years. The total number of offers increased by nearly 39% from 2021 to 2022 and then further increased slightly from 2022 to 2023. On the other hand, the number of students placed increased by almost 31% from 2021 to 2022 and then increased by nearly 11% from 2022 to 2023. This improvement trend can be seen for BTech students and for other course students too. 

{Source: M.E./M.Tech students & alumni}Based on the reviews and feedback from current students and alumni, here's what we've gathered:Academics* Excellent faculty with Ph.D.s from reputed institutions like IITs, NITs, and Universities abroad* Well-designed curriculum with a perfect blend of theory and practical subjects* Research-oriented approach with access to state-of-the-art laboratories and equipmentPlacement Opportunities* High placement rate: around 90% of students get placed* Average package: INR7-8 Lakhs* the highest package: INR1415 LPA* Top companies visiting campus include Dell, HP, Goldman Sachs, Adobe, and more* Many students receive Pre-Placement Offers (PPOs)Campus Life* Excellent infrastructure with modern amenities, including air-conditioned classrooms, Wi-Fi enabled campus, and a well-stocked library* Fully air-conditioned hostels with comfortable rooms and facilities* Sports complexes, swimming pools, and recreational areas for students' wellnessReviews* "Thapar University has helped me grow professionally and personally." (Student)* "Excellent faculty and placement record. Highly recommended!" (Alumni)* "The campus is beautiful, and the faculty is really supportive." (Current Student)Overall, Thapar University seems to offer an excellent educational experience for M.E./M.Tech aspirants, with strong academics, impressive placement records, and a great campus life.