Course, Fees & Eligibility

Admissions at the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) Dhanbad for 2024 are entrance-based for all programs. Known for its legacy as ISM Dhanbad, the institute offers a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral courses across multiple specializations in Engineering, Science, and Management. Students are required to register in two stages for admission:

1. Register for the relevant entrance exam through the official exam portal.
2. Register on the IIT Dhanbad official website after qualifying for the exam.

BTech Admission Process at IIT Dhanbad

The BTech admission process follows these steps:

1. Register & Appear for the JEE Main Exam.
2. Qualify JEE Main and appear for the JEE Advanced Exam.
3. Register for JoSAA Counselling and fill in your course preferences.
4. Participate in JoSAA’s seat allotment process.
5. Report to the allotted college and complete the fee payment.

The entire process is conducted online, ensuring a seamless admission experience for students.

Eligibility Criteria

• Undergraduate Programs (BTech):
  • Completion of Class 12 with the required percentage (as specified by the institute).
  • A valid score in JEE Advanced.
• Postgraduate Programs (MTech, MSc, MBA):
  • A Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline with the required percentage.
  • A valid score in entrance exams such as GATE, IIT-JAM, CAT (depending on the program).
• PhD Programs:
  • A Master’s degree in a relevant field.
  • Selection through a valid entrance exam score and/or interview.

Admission Through National-Level Exams

IIT Dhanbad accepts students through various national-level entrance exams for its undergraduate and postgraduate programs. After clearing the respective exams, students must also go through the counseling process, such as JoSAA for BTech, to secure their seats.

The institute ensures that students meeting the eligibility and selection criteria are provided with a fair opportunity to pursue their chosen programs.

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad holds a prestigious position among both national and international educational institutions. Its rankings reflect the institute’s consistent focus on academic excellence, research, and innovation.

International Rankings

QS World University Rankings 2024 Performance

• Asia Category:
  • Ranked #301 in 2024, 20 ranks lower than the previous year.
  • This decline marks the second consecutive year of the institute slipping in this category, suggesting increased competition and potential challenges in certain ranking parameters.
• Southern Asia Category:
  • Ranked #73 in 2024, 14 ranks lower than in 2023.
  • The downward trend in the Southern Asia region highlights the need for improvements in faculty, research, and global collaborations to regain higher positions.

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2023:

• • Global: Ranked 1001–1200
  • Asia 2022: Ranked 251–300
  • Emerging Economies: Ranked in the 251–300 band

These international rankings highlight IIT Dhanbad’s growing global reputation for excellence in education and research.

National Rankings (NIRF 2024)

• 15th in the Engineering category
• 22nd in the Research category
• 35th in the Overall category
• 46th for Management Studies by the Department of Management Studies

The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) evaluates institutions across various parameters, such as teaching quality, research output, industry collaborations, and student outcomes. IIT Dhanbad’s performance in multiple categories reflects its all-rounded academic and research capabilities.

Particulars	Details
Established	1926
Location	Sardar Patel Nagar, Dhanbad, Jharkhand
Former Name	Indian School of Mines
Collaborations	37 International Collaborations
Rankings 2023	- 17th by NIRF (Engineering) - 44th by NIRF (Management) - 7th by QS World Ranking 2024 (Southern Asia) - 301-350 by QS World Ranking 2024 (Asia)
Approvals	UGC, AICTE
Faculty Count	330+ Faculty Members
Total Courses	71 Courses across 18 Departments
Scholarships	35 Scholarships Available
Flagship Program	BTech Program
Official Website	https://www.iitism.ac.in/

Placement Highlights 2024 (As of February 7, 2024)

• Total Students Placed: 750+
• Average Package: INR 13.13 LPA
  • Note: This marks a slight decrease compared to the previous year.
• Highest Package: INR 60 LPA
• Total Companies Participated: 254
• Top Recruiters:
  • Tech Companies: Google, Microsoft, Accenture
  • Automobile & Manufacturing: Tata Motors, Jaguar Land Rover, Siemens
  • Core Industries: Tata Steel, Tata Consultancy

Placement Trends and Analysis

1. Diverse Industry Participation:
   The placement drive reflects a wide range of sectors, including tech giants, automotive companies, and manufacturing firms.
2. Comparison with Previous Year:
   • 2023 Average Package: INR 20.79 LPA
   • 2024 Average Package: INR 13.13 LPA
     Although there is a decrease, the placements continue to attract high-profile recruiters, which demonstrates the institute’s strong industry linkages.
3. Opportunities for Students Across Domains:
   • Core industries like Tata Steel and tech companies like Google offer diversified roles, highlighting the institute's ability to cater to both technical and managerial fields.

Conclusion

The 2024 placements at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad reflect strong recruitment across various disciplines, with the CSE branch achieving the highest placement rate at 84%. Although the average package witnessed a minor decline from previous years, the institute continues to attract top recruiters and provide global opportunities to students. The participation of 254 companies and over 1,000 job offers underscores the institute’s consistent standing in the Indian higher education landscape.