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Birla Institute of Technology - [BIT Mesra] Ranchi Admission 2026 - Eligibility, Process & Key Dates Admissions 2026
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Abhijeet Chatterjee
Updated on 12 January 2026

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BIT MESRA Admission 2026 Highlights - Fees, Eligibility & Important Dates

ParameterDetails
Application ModeOnline
Application Start15 January 2026
Admission ThroughJoSAA, CSAB, BIT Mesra Entrance Tests
Entrance Exams AcceptedJEE Main, NEET UG, GATE, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, JAM, CUCET, GPAT
UG Programmes10+ courses (B.Tech, B.Arch, B.Pharm, BHMCT, etc.)
PG Programmes10+ courses (MBA, MCA, M.Tech, M.Pharm, M.Sc, M.Plan, Ph.D.)
Total IntakeApprox. 2000+ seats
Eligibility (UG)10+2 with minimum 50% in relevant subjects (PCM for B.Tech)
Eligibility (PG)Graduation with minimum 50% marks
Fee Range (UG)₹1,50,000 - ₹2,00,000 per year
Fee Range (PG)₹1,80,000 - ₹2,50,000 per year
Counselling StartJune 2026
Session BeginsJuly 2026
Official Websitebitmesra.ac.in
Admission Helpline18003457057, 0651-2275868, admission@bitmesra.ac.in

BIT MESRA UG Courses 2026 - BTech, BBA, BSc Admission, Fees & Seats

BTech/BE Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
BTechComputer Science and Engineering4 years84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechMechanical Engineering4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechCivil Engineering4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechElectronics and Communication Engineering4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechElectrical and Electronics Engineering4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechChemical Engineering4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechBioengineering and Biotechnology4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechProduction and Industrial Engineering4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.
BTechArtificial Intelligence and Machine Learning4 yearsIncluded in total 84010+2 with PCM, 60%JEE Main₹2,00,000 approx.

Architecture Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
B.ArchArchitecture and Planning5 years4010+2 with 60% or 6.5 CGPAJEE Main (Paper 2)₹2,00,000 approx.

Pharmacy Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
B.PharmPharmaceutical Sciences & Technology4 years6010+2 with PCBNEET UG₹1,80,000 approx.

Management Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
BBAGeneral3 years6010+2, 50%BIT Mesra Entrance / Merit₹1,50,000 approx.

Hotel Management Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
BHMCTHotel Management and Catering Technology4 years6010+2 passMerit based₹1,50,000 approx.

Science Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
BScArtificial Intelligence and Machine Learning3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit / CUET₹1,20,000 approx.
BScComputer Science3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit / CUET₹1,20,000 approx.
BScChemistry3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit / CUET₹1,20,000 approx.
BScAnimation and Multimedia3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit / CUET₹1,20,000 approx.
BScVisual Communication3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit / CUET₹1,20,000 approx.

Computer Applications Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
BCAGeneral3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit / Entrance₹1,50,000 approx.

Medical Technology Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
BMLTMedical Lab Technology3 yearsVaries10+2 passMerit₹1,50,000 approx.

BIT MESRA PG Courses 2026 - MTech, MBA, MSc Admission & Eligibility

MTech/ME Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
MTechComputer Science and Engineering2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechMechanical Engineering (Heat Power Engineering)2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechMechanical Engineering (Design of Mechanical Equipments)2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechControl System2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechPower Electronics2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechPower System2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechMechanical Engineering (Energy Technology)2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechProduction and Industrial Engineering2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechAerospace Engineering2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechArtificial Intelligence and Machine Learning2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechBiotechnology2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechCivil (Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering)2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechCivil (Structural Engineering)2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechCivil Engineering2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechMechanical Engineering (Computer Aided Analysis and Design)2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechInstrumentation & Control2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechMicrowave Engineering2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechRemote Sensing2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.
MTechWireless Communication2 years60BTech, 50%GATE₹1,50,000 approx.

MBA Programme

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (Total)
MBAGeneral Management2 years120Graduation, 50%CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT₹7,00,000
MBAOnline MBA2 years60Graduation, 50%CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT₹3,00,000

MSc Programmes

ProgrammeSpecializationDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (Total)
MScBiotechnology2 years40Graduation, 55%CUET/IIT JAM₹4,34,000
MScGeoinformatics2 years40Graduation, 55%CUET/IIT JAM₹3,56,000
MScPhysics2 years40Graduation, 55%CUET/IIT JAM₹3,25,000
MScChemistry2 years40Graduation, 55%CUET/IIT JAM₹3,00,000 approx.
MScMathematics2 years40Graduation, 55%CUET/IIT JAM₹3,00,000 approx.

MCA Programme

ProgrammeDurationSeatsEligibilityEntrance ExamFees (per year)
MCA2 years60Graduation, 50%BIT MCA Entrance Exam₹1,50,000 approx.

MPlan Programme

BIT MESRA PhD Admission 2026 - Research Programs, Eligibility & Fellowship

DepartmentDurationEligibilityEntranceFellowship
Engineering (Various Disciplines)3-5 yearsM.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. (Engg.) with 60% (55% for SC/ST)NET/GATE or BIT PhD Entrance Test + InterviewInstitute Research Scholarship (IRS) merit
Science & Technology3-5 yearsM.Tech/M.E./M.Sc. (Engg.) with 60% (55% for SC/ST)NET/GATE or BIT PhD Entrance Test + InterviewIRS based on academic record and test performance
Management3-5 yearsMaster’s degree with 60% (55% for SC/ST)NET or BIT PhD Entrance Test + InterviewIRS awarded on merit
Architecture & Planning3-5 yearsMaster’s degree with 60% (55% for SC/ST)NET or BIT PhD Entrance Test + InterviewIRS selection criteria

Admission Process

  1. Apply online on BIT Mesra website, pay ₹1,500 application fee
  2. Appear for written test (06 December 2025) if NET/GATE not qualified or for IRS
  3. Attend online interview (dates announced post-test)
  4. Final selection by Departmental Research Committee (DRC)

BIT MESRA Diploma & Certificate Courses 2026 - Admission & Fees

Diploma Programmes

ProgrammeDurationEligibilityFees
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Electrical and Electronics Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Electronics and Communication Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Automobile Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Computer Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Manufacturing Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Mechanical Production Engineering3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)
Diploma in Electronics and Instrumentation3 years10th pass with 70% in Maths & Science (UR/OBC), 45% (SC/ST), Jharkhand resident, age ≤19 (UR/OBC), ≤24 (SC/ST)₹2,13,500 - ₹2,85,000 (total)

Certificate Programmes

ProgrammeDurationEligibilityFees

BIT MESRA Application Process 2026 - How to Apply Online

Steps to Apply

  1. Register at https://bitmesra.ac.in/admission with email/mobile
  2. Fill personal and academic details, select desired course
  3. Upload scanned Photo, Signature, 10th & 12th marksheets, category certificate (if applicable)
  4. Pay application fee online via credit/debit card, net banking, or UPI
  5. Submit application and save application number for future reference

Application Fee

CategoryAmount
General/OBC₹1,000
SC/ST/PwD₹1,000

BIT MESRA Cutoff 2025 - JEE Main Opening & Closing Ranks

The 2025 cutoffs at BIT Mesra show strong competition for top branches like Computer Science, with closing ranks for General category under the All India quota around 23,596, indicating a slight increase in competition compared to previous years.

JEE Main Cutoff (Opening & Closing Ranks)

BranchGeneral (AI)OBC-NCL (AI)SC (AI)ST (AI)EWS (AI)
Computer Science & Engineering-- - 23596-- - 33902-- - ---- - ---- - --
Electronics & Communication Engineering-- - ---- - ---- - ---- - ---- - --
Civil Engineering-- - 99499-- - 225941-- - ---- - ---- - --
Mechanical Engineering-- - ---- - ---- - ---- - ---- - --

JEE Main Cutoff (Home State Quota)

BranchGeneral (HS)OBC-NCL (HS)SC (HS)ST (HS)EWS (HS)
Computer Science & Engineering-- - 35188-- - ---- - ---- - ---- - --

BIT MESRA Admission 2026 Important Dates

EventDate
Application Start (UG & PG)January 2026
BIT Mesra Entrance Exam (M.Tech, M.Pharm, M.Sc)19 & 20 June 2026
JEE Main 2026 Exam Dates (for B.Tech admission)February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates (for M.Tech admission)February 7, 8, 14 & 15, 2026
MBA GD & PI17-21 March 2026
Ph.D. Written Test6 December 2025
Ph.D. Online Interview10-11 December 2025

BIT MESRA Admission 2026 - Documents Required

UG Admission

  • Class 10 and 12 marksheets and pass certificates (original + photocopy)
  • Entrance exam scorecard (JEE Main/NEET/State CET as applicable)
  • Category certificate (SC/ST/OBC if applicable)
  • Photo (passport size), Aadhaar card or valid photo ID proof
  • Migration certificate and character certificate

PG Admission

  • Graduation degree and all semester marksheets (original + photocopy)
  • Entrance exam scorecard (GATE/CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT/GPAT/other as applicable)
  • Category certificate (if applicable), photo, Aadhaar card or valid photo ID
  • Migration certificate and college leaving certificate
  • Work experience certificate (if applicable for correspondence/distance learning candidates)

MCA Admission

  • Class 10 and 12 marksheets and pass certificates (original + photocopy)
  • Graduation marksheets and degree (original + photocopy)
  • BIT MCA entrance exam admit card and scorecard
  • Category certificate (if applicable), passport size photo, Aadhaar card or valid photo ID
  • Transfer certificate and migration certificate

Ph.D. Admission

  • Graduation and post-graduation degree certificates and marksheets
  • College leaving certificate and migration certificate
  • Work experience certificate (if applicable for correspondence/distance learning candidates)
  • Category certificate (if applicable), photo ID proof
  • Anti-ragging affidavit and undertaking forms

BIT MESRA Brochure & Prospectus Download 2026

DocumentYearDownload Link
Placement Brochure2025-26Download PDF
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BIT MESRA Admission 2026 FAQs

What is the admission process for BIT MESRA?

For B.Tech admissions, candidates must clear JEE Main 2026 and participate in JoSAA counselling starting January 2026. M.Tech admissions require GATE 2026 scores, with exams on 7, 8, 14, and 15 February 2026, followed by counselling. MBA admissions need valid CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT scores, merit list preparation, and counselling. Application forms are submitted online on the official BIT Mesra website.

What are the fees at BIT MESRA?

The annual fee for B.Tech is approximately ₹2.5 lakh, while MBA fees are around ₹4 lakh per year. Hostel charges range from ₹60,000 to ₹90,000 annually depending on room type. Fees are typically paid semester-wise, with the first installment due at admission confirmation.

What is the placement record at BIT MESRA?

BIT Mesra recorded a highest package of ₹1.45 crore and an average package of ₹11.77 LPA in 2025. Over 250 recruiters participated, offering 1,080 jobs, with top companies like Microsoft, Amazon, KPMG, and L&T. The placement rate for CSE and IT branches is nearly 100%, with average packages above ₹19 LPA.

What cutoff/rank is needed for BIT MESRA?

For B.Tech, general category candidates typically need a JEE Main rank under 30,000 for top branches like CSE and ECE. Reserved categories get relaxation of about 5%. GATE cutoffs for M.Tech vary by specialization but generally require ranks within the top 10,000. MBA admissions require CAT scores above 80 percentile for competitive selection.

How is hostel and campus life at BIT MESRA?

Hostels offer single and shared rooms with mess facilities serving diverse cuisines. The campus has modern labs, sports grounds, and cultural clubs hosting regular events. The environment is vibrant with active student participation in sports, technical fests, and cultural activities, fostering a balanced academic and social life.

Is BIT MESRA worth joining?

BIT Mesra offers strong ROI with ₹11.77 LPA average placements and ₹1.45 crore highest package, competitive with top private institutes. Its extensive alumni network, industry connections, and NAAC “A” grade accreditation make it ideal for engineering and management aspirants seeking quality education and good placements at reasonable fees.

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