BIT Mesra MTech admission 2024 is expected to begin in March-April. Based on the GATE scores, BIT Mesra offers an MTech program at the PG level. The GATE 2024 exams have been conducted and the results will be available on March 16, 2024. Candidates can download the results from the official website @gate2024.iisc.ac.in. 

BIT Mesra MTech program is offered for a duration of 2 years and is further, structured into 4 semesters. The institute offers the MTech course under 10 different departments and 22 specialisations. Candidates with a valid GATE score can apply for the BIT Mesra MTech program. However, non-GATE candidates are also eligible to apply for this program, and in such cases, admission will be done on a merit basis and appear for the entrance test conducted by the institute. 

BIT Mesra MTech Eligibility Criteria

MTech at BIT Mesra admission is based on the national-level entrance examination and also on the basis of merit and entrance tests. Given below are the details of eligibility criteria for the BIT Mesra Mech program for both the GATE and non-GATE candidates:

  • Students should have a BTech/BE/MCA in any relevant discipline with a minimum of 55% marks
  • MSc/MA degree or equivalent with at least 55% (50% for SC/ST) after graduating with a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in the 10+2+3 system.
  • Candidates appearing for their final examinations of their Bachelor’s can also apply for this program. In this case, students must have appeared for examinations with a minimum of 55% marks. 
  • Candidates with qualifications acquired through correspondence or distance-learning programs are eligible only if the programs are recognized by the tripartite panel of AICTE-UGC-DEC. Also, if they have passed the qualifying examination at the time of applying, with a minimum of 55% marks on average (50% for SC/ST).

BIT Mesra MTech Selection Criteria

Candidates who are GATE 2022/GATE 2023/GATE 2024 qualified will be considered for admission without any entrance test. However, non-GATE candidates can also apply for the BIT Mesra MTech admission. In this case, they will have to go through an online screening test. This test will consist of a written test and a personal interview and the syllabus for the test will be as same as GATE. The weightage given for the GATE and entrance tests are mentioned below:

BIT Mesra MTech Selection Criteria
Criteria Weightage
GATE score/ Entrance exam score 80%
Academic Performace 20%
Total  100%

BIT Mesra Admission Process 2024

BIT Mesra admission for the MTech course will be based on the GATE scores. Given below is the step-by-step process for the GATE 2024:

How to Apply?

  • Visit the GATE 2024 official website, gate.iisc.ac.in.
  • Click on the GATE registration link portal and complete the registration process
  • Fill GATE 2024 application form.
  • Upload scanned images of requisite documents.
  • Pay the GATE registration fee.
  • Preview of filled application form for GATE 2024.
  • Submit the GATE registration 2024.

Documents Required:

  • Address for communication (including PIN code).
  • Eligibility degree details.
  • College name and address with PIN code.
  • GATE paper (subject).
  • Choice of GATE examination cities.
  • A high-quality image of the candidate’s photograph conforming to the requirements specified.
  • Good quality image of the candidate’s signature conforming to the requirements specified.
  • Scanned copy of the Eligibility Certificate in pdf format (Degree Certificate or Provisional Certificate or Certificate from the Head of the Department/ Institute).

BIT Mesra MTech Seats

BIT Mesra offers a total of 341 seats to its MTech students for all its various programs. Given below is a detailed list of the BIT Mesra MTech seats:

BIT Mesra MTech Seats 2024
Department Seats
Automated Manufacturing Systems 25
Biotechnology 18
Chemical Engineering 18
Soil Mechanics & Foundation Engineering 12
Structural Engineering 12
Computer-Aided Analysis and Design  18
Computer Science & Engineering 16
Control Systems 12
Power Systems 12
Power Electronics 18
Instrumentation & Control Engineering 12
Microwave Engineering 12
Wireless Communication Engineering 18
Energy Technology 18
Environmental Science & Engineering 18
Information Technology 18
Information Security 18
Heat Power 12
Design of Mechanical Equipment 12
Remote Sensing  18
Aerodynamics 12
Rocket Propulsion 12

BIT Mesra MTech Scholarships

BIT Mesra provides scholarships/assistantships to its MTech students to help them financially based on their merit and needs. Candidates can check the scholarships provided to them as mentioned below:

  • Under the BIT GP Birla Scholarship Scheme, GATE candidates scoring more than 90 percentile can avail of this scholarship in their first semester. 
  • Non-GATE students can avail of a scholarship for 10 months (in the 3rd and 4th semesters) of INR 6,500 per month, Candidates securing an 8.0 CGPA or above and completing the first two semesters without any backlog will be eligible to apply for this scholarship. 

FAQs

Ques. In which departments do BIT Mesra offer an MTech program?

Ans. BIT Mesra offers a 2-year duration MTech course in 10 different departments and they are as follows:

  • Computer Science and Engineering
  • Electronics and Communication Engineering
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil and Environmental Engineering
  • Bio-Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Production Engineering
  • Remote Sensing
  • Space Engineering and Rocketry

Ques. What are the fees charged by the BIT Mesra MTech?

Ans. The fee structure of the BIT Mesra MTech program includes institute fees, development fees, and institute exam fees. The institute fee charged by the institute for the MTech program is INR 1.15 Lakhs for the first two semesters. Also, an additional amount to be paid by the students during the time of admission amounts to INR 27,700. BIT Mesra charges a total fee of INR 5.12 Lakhs. 

Ques. Can I apply for the BIT Mesra MTech without having GATE scores?

Ans. Candidates without having GATE scores can apply for the BIT Mesra MTech programs. However, the non-GATE candidates will have to appear for an entrance test and interview. The final selection will depend on the academic performance and test scores obtained by the candidates. 

Ques. What is the course structure of the MTech program at BIT Mesra?

Ans. The MTech program at BIT Mesra follows the syllabus based on the CSBC and OBE model. The course structure includes 4 semesters with core units, elective units, and practical assignments. 

Ques. What are the documents required for distance learning students during MTech admission at BIT Mesra?

Ans. During the MTech admission at BIT Mesra, candidates with qualifications in distance-learning programs are required to bring the following documents:

  • Original pass-certificate
  • Marksheets of qualifying examinations
  • Proof that the program is recognized by the AICTE-UGC-DEC in the head of the institute/college/university