BIT Mesra MSc admission 2024 is expected to commence in the month of April-May. The MSc program at BIT Mesra is offered based on the JAM/CUET PG scores. The JAM exam has been conducted and the results will be available on March 22, 2024. Candidates can also apply through the CUET PG scores. The exam for the CUET PG 2024 will be conducted from March 11 to March 28, 2024.

BIT Mesra MSc program is offered for a duration of 2 years in 5 different specialisations. Candidate holding a bachelor’s degree in Science or any relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks on average (50% for SC/ST). Along with this, students have to appear for the JAM/CUET PG exam for the final selection process. 

BIT Mesra MSc Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the BIT Mesra MSc program, candidates have to meet the following eligibility criteria as given below:

Candidates must have a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in any discipline from a recognized university or institute with a minimum aggregate of 55% (50% for SC/ST) for MSc admission. Also, candidates for B.Sc. / B.A. Honors must have a minimum of 55% marks on average (50% for SC/ST) in their Honours subject.

Check the table given below for specialisation-wise eligibility criteria for the MSc program at BIT Mesra:

Discipline Minimum eligibility required
MSc in Chemistry B.Sc with Chemistry
MSc in Geo-Informatics a) Graduate in Agriculture / Atmospheric Sciences / Botany / Chemistry / Computer Applications / Computer Science / Disaster Management / Ecology & Environmental Sciences / Fisheries / Forestry / Geography / Geology / GIS / Information Science / Mathematics / Oceanography / Physics / Soil Science / Statistics / Town Planning / Zoology / allied disciplines.
b) Candidates must have stereoscopic vision and normal color vision.
MSc in Biotechnology B.Sc. with Biotechnology / Physical / Chemical / Biological / Agricultural / Pharmaceutical or equivalent
MSc in Physics B.Sc. Honours with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Physics, Chemistry, Statistics or equivalent

BIT Mesra MSc Selection Criteria

To be selected for the BIT Mesra MSc course, students should have appeared for the JAM/CUET PG exam and secured a valid score. However, candidates without having JAM score will be required to go through an online screening test. The final selection will be based on academic performance, a written test, and a personal interview conducted by the institute itself. 100% weightage will be given to the test and interview. 

BIT Mesra grants admission to its MSc program based on the JAM/CUET PG scores. Candidates can check the step-wise process to apply for the JAM exam:

How to Apply?

  • Open the IIT JAM official website, jam.iitm.ac.in
  • Click on the JOAPS portal on the homepage of JOAPS.
  • Click on "Apply for JAM 2024."
  • Candidates have to register for JAM 2024
  • After successful registration, candidates will get an enrollment ID and password.
  • Candidates need to enter their IIT JAM 2024 enrollment ID, password, and captcha code to log in.
  • After logging in, aspirants are required to click on “Edit Application Form” and fill in the following details.
  • Candidates have to fill out the application form with all the details.

Documents Required:

  • Active Email ID
  • Active mobile phone number
  • A photo ID proof
  • Caste certificate (if any)
  • Class 10 and 12th mark sheets and passing certificate
  • Graduation mark sheets
  • Scanned copy of a colored passport-sized photograph and signature.

BIT Mesra MSc Seats

BIT Mesra offers a total of 80 seats for all its MSc programs. Given below are the BIT Mesra MSc seats specialisation-wise:

Specialization Seats
MSc in Biotechnology 30
MSc in Chemistry 15
MSc in Geoinformatics 20
MSc in Physics 15

FAQs

Ques. How do I apply for the MSc program at BIT Mesra?

Ans. BIT Mesra offers an MSc program to candidates who hold a BSc or BA honors with a minimum of 55% marks (50% for SC/ST). Also, candidates are required to have valid JAM/CUET PG scores to be considered for admission to the MSc course. However, for the non-JAM candidates, admission will be granted on the basis of merit and performance in the entrance test and personal interview.

Ques. What are the available streams available within the MSc program at BIT Mesra?

Ans. MSc at BIT Mesra is offered under 4 different specialisations and they are as follows:

  • Biotechnology
  • Chemistry
  • Geoinformatics
  • Physics

Ques. Can I apply for the MSc at BIT Mesra while appearing for the final examinations of my bachelor's? 

Ans. Candidates who are appearing for the final examinations of their Bachelor’s program can also apply for the MSc at BIT Mesra. However, candidates will be confirmed for admission only when they submit the mark sheet and a certificate of having passed the bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 55% marks.

Ques. What are the fees for the BIT Mesra MSc program?

Ans. For the MSc course, BIT Mesra charges a total fee of INR 3.21 Lakhs for the Chemistry and Physics program and INR 4.11 Lakhs for the Biotechnology and Geoinformatics program. However, the amount to be paid during the time of admission is the same and amounts to INR 27,700. 

Ques. What documents are required during the time of reporting at BIT Mesra for the MSc program?

Ans. Candidates must bring the originals of the following documents during the BIT Mesra MSc admission:

  • Pass certificate of class 10
  • Marksheet of class 10 and class 12
  • Certificates and mark sheets of graduation/qualifying examination
  • JAM/CUET PG Admit card and scorecard
  • Caste certificate/ special category certificate 
  • One passport-size photograph 
  • Photo identification (Driving License, Passport, PAN Card, Voter ID, Aadhar Card, College ID, Employee Identification Card)
  • College Leaving and Migration Certificate