Can I get B.Tech(CSE) degree from IIT Patna without qualifying JEE MAINS/ADVANCED? Distingush between all the courses offered by IIT Patna
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Hello,
You cannot get a B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) from IIT Patna or any IIT without qualifying JEE Advanced . Here’s a clear breakdown to help you understand:
1. Can I get B.Tech (CSE) from IIT Patna without JEE?
No
, admission to the
B.Tech (CSE)
program at IIT Patna is
only through JEE Advanced
, which itself requires qualifying
JEE Main
first.
There are
no alternative admission routes
like direct admission, management quota, or donations for B.Tech programs at IITs.
2. Courses Offered by IIT Patna – Explained
IIT Patna offers several programs across different levels:
A. B.Tech Programs (Through JEE Advanced)
These are 4-year undergraduate degree programs:
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Computer Science and Engineering (CSE)
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Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE)
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Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE)
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Mechanical Engineering (ME)
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Civil Engineering (CE)
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Chemical and Biochemical Engineering (CBE)
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Artificial Intelligence and Data Science (AIDS)
Admission Route :
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Must qualify JEE Main
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Rank in JEE Advanced
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Participate in JoSAA counselling
B. Dual Degree Programs
Some IITs offer 5-year integrated B.Tech + M.Tech or B.S. + M.S. programs, but these are also via JEE Advanced only.
C. M.Tech Programs (Postgraduate)
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Specializations in AI, Signal Processing, VLSI, CSE, etc.
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Admission through GATE exam + CCMT counseling
D. M.Sc Programs
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Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics
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Admission through IIT-JAM exam
E. Ph.D Programs
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Available in various engineering, science, and humanities disciplines
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Requires a relevant Master's degree + GATE/NET/JRF qualification
If you’re looking for a CSE degree without JEE , other good options are:
- IIIT-Hyderabad (via UGEE/SAT/DASA)
- BITS Pilani (via BITSAT)
- Private colleges with good CSE programs (VIT, SRM, etc.)
Hi. Rohit
No. You cannot get btech cse from iit patna without qualifying jee mains and advance.
Thanks.
Hi. Rohit
No. You cannot get btech cse from iit patna without qualifying jee mains and advance.
Thanks.
Hello Rohit,
No, you cannot get a B.Tech (CSE) degree from IIT Patna without qualifying JEE Advanced. Admission to B.Tech courses is only through JEE Advanced after clearing JEE Main.
However, IIT Patna offers alternate programs like:
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B.Sc. (Hons) in Computer Science & Data Analytics
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Mode: Hybrid
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Admission: Through JEE Main, CUET, SAT, or IITP-SAT (IIT Patna’s own test)
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Duration: 4 years
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BBA (Bachelor of Business Administration)
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Mode: Hybrid
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Admission: National/state-level exams or IITP-SAT
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Duration: 3 years
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These are good options if you want to study at IIT Patna without JEE Advanced.
I hope this answer helps you. If you have more queries, then feel free to share your questions with us, we will be happy to assist you.
Thank you, and I wish you all the best in your bright future.
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