Admission to the National Institute of Technology Patna is through the JoSAA counseling process, based on JEE Mains exam ranks. Students need high ranks for courses like Computer Science and Information Technology. The faculty, though limited, is highly qualified, with all professors holding PhDs. Fees are income-based: under Rs. 1 lakh family income pays Rs. 2,000 per semester; Rs. 1-5 lakh income pays Rs. 24,000; above Rs. 5 lakh pays Rs. 62,000 per semester. There are suggestions to reduce fees for those earning over Rs. 5 lakh.
Placement is strong, with 95% of IT and CSE students landing jobs in companies with packages ranging from Rs. 9 to Rs. 15 LPA on average, and the highest reaching Rs. 1.6 Crore. Placements occur in two phases, and students can apply to higher-tier companies even if already placed. Internships are promoted, offering stipends around Rs. 55k. Financial assistance includes over 10 scholarships and tuition waivers for low-income families. The B.Tech program costs around Rs. 7 lakh, with student loans available to manage costs.
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