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Thapar University ME: Fees 2026, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Q: What should I go for ME Communication Engineering at BITS Pilani or VLSI at Thapar Patiala?

BetweenM.E. Communication Engineering at BITS PilaniandVLSI at Thapar Patialadepends on your career goals, academic interests, and desired campus environment. Aspect M.E. Communication Engineering, BITS Pilani VLSI, Thapar Patiala Institute Reputation Institute of Eminence, NAAC A++, strong brand, global alumni Well-regarded, UGC-recognized, strong legacy Specialization Communication Engineering (wireless, networking, systems) VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration, chip design) Course Duration 2 years 2 years Fees (approx.) 9.26 lakhs (total) for Communication Engineering 6–8 lakhs (total, varies by year/scholarship) Placement Excellent, high CTC, top recruiters: Amazon, Cisco, etc. Good, strong in core and tech, but BITS has higher average CTC Campus & Facilities Best-in-class, vibrant student life, global exposure Good, but less internationally oriented Research Opportunities Strong, industry collaborations, research labs Good, but fewer industry tie-ups than BITS Alumni Network Extensive, highly influential in tech and academia Strong in north India, but less global reach Location Pilani (Rajasthan) Patiala (Punjab) Choose BITS Pilani M.E. Communication Engineering if you value institute reputation, global exposure, and want to work in communication, networking, or systems. Choose Thapar Patiala VLSI if you are specifically interested in chip design, semiconductor technology, and want a slightly lower fee structure.

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ME at Thapar University is a 2-year Full Time PG Degree. The course is offered in 17 specializations. The most popular specializations include Computer Science And Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering.

The total ME Fees at Thapar University for 2025 - 2026 academic year is ₹ 3.88 Lakhs - 4.29 Lakhs. This includes a total tuition fee of ₹ 2.42 Lakhs - 2.83 Lakhs.

To be eligible for the Thapar University ME program, candidates must have passed Graduation + GATE (or equivalent). ME admissions at Thapar University are offered based on GATE.

Read the section below for further details on Thapar University ME admission 2025, fees, hostel fees, cutoff, placement, rankings and more.

Master of Engineering [ME]

Total Fees:₹3.88 Lakhs - 4.29 Lakhs

4.2(21 Reviews)17 Courses2 Years Full Time

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4 Students have shown interest in the last 30 days

Median Salary₹7,86,000

Eligibility:

Graduation + GATE

Application Date:

5 June 2025

Computer Science And Engineering

₹4.29 Lakhs

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Mechanical Engineering

₹4.29 Lakhs

Thapar University ME Fees

Thapar University ME Fees 2025 - 2026 is ₹ 3.88 Lakhs - 4.29 Lakhs for the entire course duration. This is an increase of 7.52% (~₹30) from the previous year fee. Students must pay approximately ₹ 1.94 Lakhs - 2.14 Lakhs per year.

The total ME fees covers-

Total tuition fee of ₹ 2.42 Lakhs - 2.83 Lakhs
Total other fee of ₹ 1.46 Lakhs

The hostel fees for Thapar University is 1.38 Lakhs.

Based on 21 reviews and 85 views collected by Collegedunia last year, the most popular ME specialisation is Computer Science And Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Thermal Engineering.

ME Computer Science And Engineering total fees is ₹ 4.29 Lakhs
ME Mechanical Engineering total fees is ₹ 4.29 Lakhs
ME Thermal Engineering total fees is ₹ 4.29 Lakhs

For NRI students, Thapar University ME Fees is ₹ 9 Lakhs for the entire course duration.

Quota:

Fee Type	Total Amount (INR)
tuition fees	₹ 2.42 Lakhs - 2.83 Lakhs
other fees	₹ 1.46 Lakhs
total academic fees	₹ 3.88 Lakhs - 4.29 Lakhs
hostel fees	₹1.38 Lakhs
total fees	₹ 5.26 Lakhs - 5.67 Lakhs

* Fees is refundable

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Thapar University ME Admission 2026

Students must have Graduation + GATE to be eligible for ME admission at Thapar University.

Thapar University ME Admission Dates 2026

The application deadline for admission to Thapar University ME program was June 05.

Important Events

Events	Dates
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 07, 2026 Upcoming
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 08, 2026 Upcoming
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 14, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Date	Mar 19, 2026 Tentative

Expired Events

Events	Dates
GATE 2026 Admit Card Date	Jan 13, 2026
GATE 2026 Registration Date	Aug 28, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025
GATE 2026 Notification	Aug 05, 2025

Thapar University Seat Intake 2026

There are 204 ME seats in Thapar University. These include 90 seats of Computer Science And Engineering, 18 seats of Mechanical Engineering, 30 seats of Artificial Intelligence.

Particulars	Number of Seats
Computer Science And Engineering	90
Mechanical Engineering	18
Artificial Intelligence	30
Electric Vehicle Technology	18
Structural Engineering	30
Transportation Engineering	18

Thapar University ME Placement

According to the latest available Thapar University placement reports of 2024, the median package is INR 10.5 Lakhs.

As per NIRF Report 2024 released, about 80% ME students at Thapar University were placed during the placement drive. The median package reported is ₹ 7.86 Lakhs.

Yearly Placement Package Comparison
Particulars	2024
Median Package	₹10.50 Lakhs

Insights Based on NIRF Ranking 2026

Male: 201|Female: 205

Student Intake (406)

₹786000

Median Salary

96%

Passing %

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Thapar University ME Ranking

According to Collegedunia Ranking 2025, Thapar University ranks #64 out of 500 colleges in India. According to 21 Reviews collected by Collegedunia, the ME program at Thapar University is rated 4.2/5. The college has an overall Collegedunia score of 991/2000, calculated based on NAAC grade, exam cutoff, rankings, placements and student reviews.

Thapar University is ranked by several ranking agencies such as NIRF, IIRF, Outlook. Some of these rankings are as follows-

#29 out of 300 under NIRF Ranking 2025.
#2 out of 173 under IIRF Ranking 2024.
#3 out of 160 under Outlook Ranking 2023.

Ranking Agency	Latest	Previous
	#64 out of 500 (2025) #3rd Punjab	-
	#6 out of 238 (2022)	#6 out of 218 (2021)
	#29 out of 300 (2025) #1st Punjab	#29 out of 300 (2024) #2nd Punjab
	#3 out of 160 (2023)	#3 out of 160 (2022)
	#2 out of 173 (2024)	#2 out of 166 (2023)
	#501-600 out of 800 (2020)	#601-800 out of 800 (2019)

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ME, Electronics & Communication

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2025(Enrolled 2021)

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the course is designed in good aspect with a perfect blend of theoretical and practical concepts ensuring strong foundation in subjects

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My Course had only 3 students which led to limited group discussion and networking

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I am availing the scholarship given by the AICTE for clearing the gate exam which is Rs12400. But Thapar university also provides scholarship to non cleared students of about Rs8000. Meritorious student's fee is also waived off.

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Reviewed on Sep 29, 2018

combination of education and greenry.

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Loan facility is being offered for that you have to meetup in the office which gave you all details and college offers various numbers of scholarship all are mentioned in college's website.

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It's one of top ranking college in India

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Yes, this university provides many scholarships like TU scholarship. Yes, I m getting that based on my entrance exam test. Yes, university helps in getting the loan from various sbi and icici bank branches.

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Thapar University: 1 Answered Question

What should I go for ME Communication Engineering at BITS Pilani or VLSI at Thapar Patiala?

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Between M.E. Communication Engineering at BITS Pilani and VLSI at Thapar Patiala depends on your career goals, academic interests, and desired campus environment.

Aspect	M.E. Communication Engineering, BITS Pilani	VLSI, Thapar Patiala
Institute Reputation	Institute of Eminence, NAAC A++, strong brand, global alumni	Well-regarded, UGC-recognized, strong legacy
Specialization	Communication Engineering (wireless, networking, systems)	VLSI (Very Large Scale Integration, chip design)
Course Duration	2 years	2 years
Fees (approx.)	9.26 lakhs (total) for Communication Engineering	6–8 lakhs (total, varies by year/scholarship)
Placement	Excellent, high CTC, top recruiters: Amazon, Cisco, etc.	Good, strong in core and tech, but BITS has higher average CTC
Campus & Facilities	Best-in-class, vibrant student life, global exposure	Good, but less internationally oriented
Research Opportunities	Strong, industry collaborations, research labs	Good, but fewer industry tie-ups than BITS
Alumni Network	Extensive, highly influential in tech and academia	Strong in north India, but less global reach
Location	Pilani (Rajasthan)	Patiala (Punjab)

Choose BITS Pilani M.E. Communication Engineering if you value institute reputation, global exposure, and want to work in communication, networking, or systems.

Choose Thapar Patiala VLSI if you are specifically interested in chip design, semiconductor technology, and want a slightly lower fee structure.

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komal

Jun 11, 2022 17:04

can i get admission in btech biotechnology scholarship after 87% in 12 pcb

Chitransha

Jun 14, 2022 11:58

You can’t get a scholarship in B.tech Biotechnology with this percentage. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology provides various scholarships to be eligible for a general scholarship your scores should be > 95% at the 10+2 level.

For more information, refer to this link: Thapar University Scholarships

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