IIT (ISM) Dhanbad – Indian Institute of Technology Admission Process
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IIT Dhanbad Admissions 2024
IIT Dhanbad’s B.Tech Admission 2024 is currently open, based on JEE Advanced scores. All qualified students can register for JoSAA counselling until June 18, with the Round 1 Seat Allotment Result being announced on June 20.
For IIT Dhanbad’s M.Tech admission, the GATE COAP (Round 6) Seat Allotment will take place from June 15, 2024, to June 17, 2024.
Admissions for IIT Dhanbad’s Executive MTech, MA, and PhD programs for 2024 are currently ongoing. The institute admits students to its UG, PG, and doctoral programs based on national-level entrance tests. For its flagship BTech program, IIT Dhanbad considers JEE Advanced scores, followed by JoSAA counseling. With a first-year fee of INR 2.4 Lakhs, the institute offers a total of 910 seats across various categories. The overall cutoff for the BTech program ranged from 3258 to 16151 ranks.
IIT Dhanbad also offers MTech, MSc, and MBA programs at the postgraduate level. Admission to these courses is based on GATE, IIT JAM, and CAT scores, respectively. For MA admissions, the institute conducts a written test and a personal interview for final selection. Additionally, IIT Dhanbad offers a PhD program, with the shortlisting criteria including an entrance exam and a personal interview. Candidates are also required to have valid scores in GATE, CEED, UGC, or CSIR to be eligible for the PhD program.
Admission to IIT Dhanbad B.Tech/Integrated M.Tech 2024
Admission to IIT Dhanbad for B.Tech begins in July with the JEE Advanced score, followed by JoSAA Counselling. The B.Tech programme offers 12 specialisations. In addition, the institute offers a 5-year integrated course (B.Tech+M.Tech) in three disciplines.
IIT Dhanbad B.Tech Specialisations:
- Chemical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Engineering Physics.
- Environmental Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering
- Mining Engineering
- Mining Machinery Engineering
- Petroleum Engineering
IIT Dhanbad Integrated M.Tech Specialisations:
- Applied Geology
- Applied Geophysics
- Mathematics & Computing.
IIT Dhanbad Admission Criteria for B.Tech/Integrated M.Tech :
Candidates must have a minimum of 75% in their 10+2 examination (65% for SC/ST candidates) or be in the top 20% of their class 12th. Candidates who are taking the final exam may also apply.
IIT Dhanbad Admission Criteria for B.Tech/Integrated M.Tech :
The selection criteria for IIT Dhanbad course admissions to the B.Tech/Integrated M.Tech programme are listed below.
- Candidates must take the JEE Advanced exam.
- Eligible candidates must register for JoSAA separately, after which further counselling will take place.
- IIT Dhanbad confirms admission in B.Tech/Integrated M.Tech based on minimum rank cutoff and seat allotment.
How to Apply for IIT Dhanbad B.Tech/Integrated M.Tech Admission?
To participate in the seat allocation process, all eligible candidates must first register with JoSSA. Fill in the blanks and don’t forget to save your preferences. JoSSA Counselling is conducted in six or seven rounds.
Candidates must go through document verification and seat acceptance/withdrawal in each round. Following seat confirmation, a provisional allotment letter must be downloaded, along with payment of the seat acceptance fee, for IIT Dhanbad course admissions.
MBA Admissions at IIT Dhanbad in 2024
IIT Dhanbad offers a two-year general MBA and a two-year MBA in Business Analytics. IIT Dhanbad MBA admission is based on CAT scores, which are then followed by PI. The qualifying IIT Dhanbad cutoff for MBA is 80% for general candidates and 60% for SC/ST/PD candidates.
IIT Dhanbad Admission Criteria for MBA :
- Graduation in any discipline with 60 percent or 6.0 CGPA (55 percent for SC/ST)
- One of the subjects in a Bachelor’s degree should be mathematics or statistics.
- Final-year students are also eligible to apply and must provide proof of completion.
The final selection in IIT Dhanbad MBA is done through following weightage
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Final Selection Procedure |
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|
Particulars |
Weightage Assigned |
|
Online Interview |
55% |
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Industrial Experience |
15% |
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CAT score |
30% |
Application Fees for MBA Programmes 2024-25
| PROGRAMME | FEES |
|---|---|
| MBA Application Fee (Gen/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 1600 |
| MBA Application Fee (SC/ST/PwD) | Rs. 800 |
| MBA in Business Analytics Application Fee (Gen/OBC/EWS) | Rs. 1600 |
| MBA in Business Analytics Application Fee (SC/ST/PwD) | Rs. 800 |
Note:
- Application Fee for both MBA and MBA in Business Analytics (Gen/OBC/EWS): Rs. 3200
- Application Fee for both MBA and MBA in Business Analytics( SC/ST/PwD): Rs.1600
- Fees Reconciliation may take upto 7-10 days. Hence, please do not make 2nd time payment and wait for same. Preserve your payment receipt for future communication for any clarification on same.
- Fees once paid is Non-refundable.
MBA Seats at IIT Dhanbad
The total number of seats in the General MBA programme is 62, while the MBA in Business Analytics programme has 30. The Institutes also adhere to the Government of India’s reservation policy.
Industrial Experience Score at IIT Dhanbad
IIT Dhanbad has assigned specific scores to candidates based on their industrial experience. See the table for more information.
|
Experience (in months) |
Score |
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6-12 months |
5 |
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12 to 24 months |
10 |
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More than 24 months |
15 |
How to Apply for IT Dhanbad MBA Admission?
Candidates must go to the official IIT Dhanbad website and navigate to the admission portal. There will be a direct link to the application form. The application form, along with the application fee, must be completed and downloaded for future use.
M.Tech Admission 2024 at IIT Dhanbad
Every year, admission to IIT Dhanbad M.tech begins in the months of April and June. M.Tech. offers a total of 29 specialisations.
IIT Dhanbad Admission Criteria for M.Tech :
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a master’s degree in science with a minimum of 60% or a CGPA of 6.0.
- SC/ST candidates must have a minimum of 55% or a CGPA of 5.5.
- Only Indian nationals are eligible to apply.
- Candidates with degrees from professional bodies such as the Institution of Engineers (India), the Institute of Chemical Engineers, the Aeronautical Society of India, the Institute of Electronics and Telecommunication Engineers, the Indian Institute of Metals, and others are not eligible to apply for admission to IIT Dhanbad.
IIT Dhanbad Admission Criteria for M.Tech Selection
Candidates for the GATE: The final decision is based on the GATE score and the COAP Counselling process.
IIT Graduates: Candidates with CGPAs of 8.0 or higher are chosen on the basis of merit and Departmental review.
How to Apply for M.Tech Admission at IIT Dhanbad?
Candidates with a valid GATE score must apply through the IIT Dhanbad course admissions portal. Following that, registration at the COAP portal is required in order to participate in the counselling process. The GATE COAP has three stages: registration, online seat allocation, and admission acceptance.
COAP counselling rounds are held based on preferred choices and GATE scores. Candidates must either Accept and Freeze, Retain and Wait, or Reject and Wait in each round.
Documentation is required.
- As proof of birth, a Class X) standard certificate is required.
- Exam mark sheet for Class XII (or equivalent).
- Final semester/year qualifying degree mark sheet
- GATE score card that is valid (for GATE candidates)
- Degree equivalence certificate (if applicable)
- Certificate of Caste (if applicable)
- Certificate of Medical Fitness
- Admission to M.Sc/M.Sc Tech at IIT Dhanbad in 2024
- Admission to IIT Dhanbad for 2 years M.Sc or 3 years M.Sc Tech is done solely through IIT JAM. M.Sc has three specialisations and M.Sc Tech has two specialisations.
Admission to M.Sc/M.Sc Tech at IIT Dhanbad in 2024
Admission to IIT Dhanbad for 2 years M.Sc or 3 years M.Sc Tech is done solely through IIT JAM. M.Sc has three specialisations and M.Sc Tech has two specialisations.
M.Sc/M.Sc Tech Specialisations at IIT Dhanbad:
- M.Sc. in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Computing
- M.Sc. Tech in Applied GeoPhysics and Geology
Eligibility Criteria for M.Sc/M.Sc Tech at IIT Dhanbad
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 55% or 5.5 CGPA out of 10.
- For SC/ST/PD candidates, a minimum of 50% or a CGPA of 5.0 is required.
- Candidates who are physically present can also apply for admission.
IIT Dhanbad Admission Criteria for M.Sc/M.Sc Tech Selection
The final selection for M.Sc/M.Sc Tech at IIT Dhanbad is based on IIT JAM scores and JOAPS Counselling.
MSc Seats at IIT Dhanbad in 2024
The intake capacity for students admitted to the MSc programme is listed below. The total number of seats includes students from all categories, including General, EWS, OBC-NCL, SC, and ST. The table below shows the MSc program’s seat intake by specialisation.
|
Courses |
Seats |
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Chemistry |
66 |
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Mathematics & Computing |
55 |
|
Physics |
55 |
|
Total |
175 |
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Applied Geology (MSc IT) |
66 |
|
Applied Geophysics (MSc IT) |
55 |
|
Total (MSc IT) |
121 |
How to Apply for IIT Dhanbad M.Sc/M.Sc Tech Admission?
- Visit the JOAPS official website.
- Register by entering all required information such as the Candidate’s Name, Email ID, Mobile Number, Qualification, and so on.
- Candidates will receive the Enrollment ID after registering. Log in to the JOAPS portal using the Enrollment ID and password.
- Fill out the application form, specifying the number of papers and your preferred city.
- Upload scanned images of your photograph and signature, as well as your SC/ST/PwD certificate (if applicable).
- Pay the application fee online and fill out the IIT JAM application form.
Admission to the IIT Dhanbad Ph.D. (JRF) Program in 2024
IIT Dhanbad offers Junior Research Fellowships (JRF) in four different specialisations. The IIT Dhanbad Ph.D (JRF) programme is selected through an all-India examination and interview. M.Sc. Tech. and M.Sc. students from IIT (ISM) Dhanbad can also enter Ph.D. programmes directly.
Under this scheme, the top 20% of M.Sc. Tech./M.Sc students from respective Departments with a CGPA of 8.5 or higher can apply for direct admission to the Ph.D programme, with the restriction that each Department can have a maximum of 10 seats for all courses offered by that Department taken together.
Eligibility Criteria for IIT Dhanbad Ph.D. (JRF)
- Master’s degree in relevant field with at least 60% or CGPA of 6.5.
- Valid GATE/NET/National Level Examination is required for IIT Dhanbad Ph.D admission.
- A CAT/GMAT score is required for candidates applying for a Ph.D. in Management.
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Specialisation |
Educational Qualification |
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Applied Geology |
M.Sc./M.Sc. Tech in Geology / Applied Geology or |
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Chemistry |
M.Tech. / M.Phil. / M.Sc. or equivalent in Chemistry / Applied Chemistry / Industrial Chemistry |
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Applied Geophysics |
M.Sc / M.Sc. Tech / Integrated M.Sc / Integrated M. Sc. Tech. in Applied Geophysics / Exploration Geophysics / Geophysics or M.Sc. Tech in Marine Geophysics or M.Tech in Geophysical Technology or M. Tech (Petroleum Exploration) |
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Mathematics |
M.Phil / M. Tech. / M.Sc. or equivalent in Mathematics / Applied Mathematics / Mathematics and Computing. |
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Statistics |
M.Phil /M.Sc. or equivalent in Statistics/Applied Statistics. |
|
Physics |
M.Sc. / Integrated M.Sc. / M.Phil or equivalent in Physics / Applied Physics or B.Tech. / M.Tech. / Integrated M.Tech. or equivalent in Engineering Physics / Material Science / Nanoscience and Technology / Optoelectronics or equivalent. |
|
Chemical Engg |
M.Tech or equivalent in Chemical Engineering or its related discipline with B Tech / B.E in Chemical Engineering. |
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Computer Science and Engg. |
M.Tech or equivalent in Computer Science and Engg. / Information Technology / Computer Application / Software Engineering / Electronics Engg. / Electronics and Communication Engg. / Electrical Engg. with B. Tech. or equivalent in Computer Science and Engg. / Information Technology / Electronics Engg. / Electronics and Communication Engg. / Electrical Engg. |
|
Civil Engg. |
M.Tech. / M.E. in Civil Engg. with B.Tech. / B.E. in Civil Engg./ Env. Engg. having specialisation in their M.Tech. / M.E. as Structural / Geotechnical / Water Resources / Environmental / Transportation Engg / Remote Sensing and GIS / Env. Sci. and Engg. |
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Electrical Engg. |
M.Tech. or equivalent in Electrical Engg. / Control System Engg. / Power System Engg. / Electrical Machines / Power Electronics and Drives / High Voltage Engg. / Instrumentation Engg. / Power Apparatus and Devices / Electronics with B.Tech. or equivalent in Electrical / Electrical and Electronics Engg. |
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Electronics Engg. |
M. Tech. / M.E. / MS in Electronics / Electronics and Communication / Electronics and Tele-communication / Electronics and Instrumentation/Instrumentation / Electronics and Electrical Engineering or related field with B. Tech. / B.E. or equivalent degree in Electronics / Electronics and Communication / Electronics and Tele-communication / Electronics and Instrumentation / Instrumentation / Electronics and Electrical Engineering |
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Environmental Science |
M.Phil. / M.Sc. / M.Sc. Tech. or equivalent in Atmospheric science/ Botany / Microbiology / Biotechnology / Chemistry / Physics / Environmental Science / Environmental Science and Management / Geology / Hydrology / Soil Science / Remote sensing and GIS / Forestry |
|
Environmental Science and Engg. |
M.Tech. / M.E. or equivalent in Agriculture/ Atmospheric science / Biotechnology / Civil / Chemical / Environmental / Mining / Mineral / Water Resource Engg. / Environmental Science and Engineering |
|
Fuel Engineering |
M.Tech. or equivalent in Mineral / Fuel / Chemical / Metallurgical/Mining Engg; with B.Tech or equivalent in Mineral / Fuel/Chemical/Metallurgical / Mining Engg / Mechanical Engg. |
|
Mineral Engineering |
M.Tech. / B.Tech. or equivalent in Mineral / Chemical / Metallurgical / Mining Engg; B.Tech. Mechanical Engg. with M.Tech. in Mineral Engg. |
|
English Language/ Literature |
M.A. / M.Sc. / M.Litt. / M.Phil. or equivalent in English Language and Literature / Applied Linguistics and Language Teaching / English Language Teaching |
|
Philosophy |
M.A. / M.Sc. / M.Com / MBA or equivalent degree or Master’s in Engg. / Technology or equivalent degree or M.A. / M.Phil. in Philosophy or equivalent. |
|
Sociology |
M.Phil. / M. A. in Sociology or equivalent degree. |
|
Industrial Engg. and Management |
Postgraduate Degree in Industrial Engg. and Management / Industrial Engg. / Production Engineering / Mechanical Engg / Electrical Engg / Civil Engg or equivalent |
|
Management |
MBA Degree / Postgraduate Degree or Diploma recognised as equivalent to Postgraduate in Management by AICTE / UGC / AIU / Postgraduate Degree in Economics / Commerce / Psychology / Professional qualifications like CA / CS / ICWA / Postgraduate Degree in Industrial Engg. and Management / Industrial Management / Industrial Engg. / Production Engg |
|
Mechanical Engineering |
M. E. / M. Tech degree with specialisation in Mechanical / Production / Manufacturing / Industrial Production / CAD-CAM / Machine Design / Mechatronics / Thermal / Heat Power / Energy / Power Plant / Automobile / Maintenance Engg. and Tribology WITH B. E. / B.Tech. or equivalent degree in Mechanical / Production / Manufacturing / Energy Engineering. |
|
Mining Engineering |
M.Tech. or equivalent in Mining Engg. / Opencast Mining / Mine Planning and Design / Rock Excavation Engg. / Geomatics / Underground Space Technology / Rock Mechanics/Civil Engg. / Engineering Geology; OR B.Tech or equivalent in Mining Engg. / Civil Engg. / Opencast Mining/Mining Machinery/Environmental Engg; M.Sc. Tech. (Applied Geology); M.Sc. (Geospatial Science). |
|
Mining Machinery Engineering |
B.Tech. / B.E. / M.Tech. / M.E. in Mechanical Engg. / Mining Machinery Engg / Maintenance Engg. and Tribology. |
|
Petroleum Engineering |
M.Tech. or equivalent in Petroleum Engg. / Petroleum Management; M.Tech. in Petrochemical / Chemical / M.Sc. in Chemistry. |
Criteria for IIT Dhanbad Ph.D. (JRF) Selection:
There are two stages to the selection process.
- Candidates who have a valid GATE/NET/Appropriate National Level Examination score must take a written test.
- Shortlisted candidates are invited for PI in the second stage.
- How to Apply for IIT Dhanbad Ph.D. (JRF) Admission?
The information bulletin can be downloaded from the website of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad.
- Interested candidates can also apply online using the link provided.
- Admit cards will be available online, and printouts of these admit cards will be required at the time of the examination.
- All future correspondence should be sent to the Assistant Registrar (Exam and Academic), IIT (ISM), Dhanbad, Jharkhand.
Documentation is required.
- The Degree Certificate has been scanned.
- Certificate for the EWS/OBC/SC/ST Categories (if applicable)
- Certificate/Marksheet for Class X (in single PDF)
- Certificate/Diploma and Marksheet for Class XII (in single PDF)
- Experience certificate(s) and NOC for candidates in service (in single PDF)
- GATE result / NET result / Fellowship award letter (in single PDF)
- JPEG format scanned passport size photograph of the candidate
- JPEG image of a scanned signature