IIT Patna M.Tech Admission 2026
IIT Patna invited M.Tech applications for the Autumn 2026-27 session with the online portal opening on March 24, 2026 and the deadline set for April 20, 2026 . Regular M.Tech students with a valid GATE score may receive a monthly assistantship of ₹12,400 .
IIT Patna M.Tech Admission 2026 — Key Dates
Below are the officially announced dates for the admission cycle.
| Event | Date |
|---|---|
| Start Date of Online Application | March 24, 2026 |
| Closing Date of Online Application | April 20, 2026 |
| Result Submission for Final Exams | October 31, 2026 |
IIT Patna M.Tech Admission 2026 — Eligibility & Selection
Admissions are for regular & full-time M.Tech programmes. For regular seats you need a valid GATE score . Selection for regular seats is based on GATE scores.
Minimum academic criteria: General/OBC/EWS candidates require 60% marks (6.5 CGPA) in the qualifying degree; SC/ST candidates require 55% marks (6.0 CGPA) . IIT graduates with CPI ≥ 8.0 are exempt from the GATE requirement.
Fees, Payment and How to Apply
The application fee is ₹1,000 for General/OBC/EWS male applicants and ₹500 for female applicants and SC/ST/PwD male applicants. Candidates must apply through the official IIT Patna application portal and pay fees via SBI Collect on the institute website ( iitp.ac.in ).
| Category | Application Fee |
|---|---|
| General/OBC/EWS males | ₹1,000 |
| Females and SC/ST/PwD males | ₹500 |
Apply online before April 20, 2026 and ensure you meet the academic and GATE requirements for regular seats. The institute requires final exam results to be submitted by October 31, 2026 for degree verification.
What this notice does not list
The official announcement does not include the total seat matrix, department-wise specializations, seat-wise reservation breakup, or detailed counselling schedule. It also does not list tuition/heavy fee details, duration and continuation conditions for the assistantship, or contact details for the admissions office.
Check the official IIT Patna website (iitp.ac.in) for application links and any updates or clarifications.
FAQs
Q: What is the application deadline?
A:
April 20, 2026
.
Q: When did online applications start?
A:
March 24, 2026
.
Q: Who is eligible for the
₹12,400
assistantship?
A: Regular M.Tech students with a valid GATE score may receive it.
Q: Are IIT graduates required to have GATE?
A: IIT graduates with a
CPI of 8.0 or above
are exempt from GATE for regular admission.
Q: How do I pay the application fee?
A: Pay via
SBI Collect
on the official IIT Patna portal.
Q: What minimum marks are required?
A:
60% (6.5 CGPA)
for General/OBC/EWS;
55% (6.0 CGPA)
for SC/ST.
Q: When must final exam results be submitted?
A: By
October 31, 2026
.
Q: Where can I find the application form?
A: On the official website
iitp.ac.in
. Follow the admissions/application section for M.Tech.