Thapar University offers admission to UG, PG, and Doctoral courses in the streams of Engineering, Management, Science, and Liberal Arts. Its most popular program is BE / BTech, followed by MCA. Admission to the BE and BTech programs is conducted through the counselling of JEE Main. The university also admits students based on 10+2 marks or TIET Entrance to these programs. However, this mode of admission is activated if seats remain vacant following the JEE Main counselling. This year, notably, the university is accepting applications for BE / BTech 2nd semester till December 24th through TIET. This opportunity is open for candidates already enrolled as a BE / BTech student at a reconized college / university. Candidates applying based on 10+2 marks or appearing in TIET are admitted through merit lists and TIET counselling respectively.
For BE admission, applicants are required to score at least 60% aggregate marks in 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology/Technical Vocational Subject. The BTech program (Biotechnology & Biomedical), however, has a higher eligibility criteria of 70% in 10+2 (PCM). The JEE Main cutoffs for these courses in 2025 were 5,01,201 (Home State) and 22,3,330 (Other State), under general category.
The university admits candidates to its MBA program through Thapar Management Aptitute Test (TMAT) or the common management entrance examinations such as CAT, MAT, XAT etc. Its MTech and PhD programs consider GATE and TIET Entance / GATE / UGC NET scores respectively. The UG courses apart from BTech, namely BBA, BSc, BA and BCom accept students based on CUET UG score, while the admission process of the PG programs such as MCA and MSc is based on the marks of the last qualifying exams.
Registration procedure of Thapar University is pretty standard. The steps include :
- Online registration
- Filling up of the Application form
- Uploading of documents
- Payment of Application fee
- Reporting for Entrance (if applicable)
- Reporting for Counselling with documents as admission fee
Thapar University Admission Dates 2026
Thapar University is accepting applications for the following programs for the academic session of 2026 – 27 : MBA, MA and the courses under Liberal Arts & Science. The official deadline is yet to be announced by the university. Application dates for the rest of the courses haven’t been published either.
Here are the likely Application / Counselling / Admission Dates for the academic session of 2026-27
Thapar University BE/BTech Admission Dates 2026
JEE Main Session 1 registration ends at the end of November this year, while the exam is scheduled in the 3rd and 4th weeks of Janurary, 2026.
| BE / BTech Admission Dates 2026 |
| Last date for JEE-Main Session 1 registration |
November 27, 2025 |
| Exam date for JEE-Main Session 1 |
January 21 – 30, 2026 |
Thapar University ME/MTech Admission Dates 2026
In 2026, GATE is scheduled in February.
| MTech Admission Dates 2026 |
| GATE Exam |
February 7 , 8, 14 & 15, 2026 |
| GATE Result |
February 19, 2026 |
Thapar University MBA Admission Dates 2026
Following are the dates for CAT, MAT, XAT, NMAT, ATMA and CMAT aspirants.
| MBA Admission Dates 2026 |
| Last date for MAT (PBT) Registration |
December 7, 2025 |
| Last date for MAT (CBT) Registration |
December 15, 2025 |
| MAT (PBT) Admit Card |
December 10, 2025 |
| MAT (CBT) Admit Card |
December 18, 2025 |
| MAT (PBT) Exam Date |
December 13, 2025 |
| MAT (CBT) Exam Date |
December 21, 2025 |
| CAT Exam date |
November 29, 2025 |
| CAT Result |
December, 2026 (Tentative) |
| Last date for NMAT Exam |
December 20, 2025 |
| NMAT Result |
January, 2026 c |
| Last date for CMAT Registration |
December 25, 2025 |
| City Intimation Slip Release |
January 17, 2026 |
| CMAT Admit Card |
January 20, 2026 |
| CMAT Result |
January 25, 2026 |
| ATMA February Session Registration |
4th week of December – 2nd week of February (Tentative) |
| ATMA Admit Card release & Exam |
3rd week of February (Tentative) |
| Last date for XAT Registration |
December 5, 2025 |
| XAT Admit Card Release |
December 20, 2025 (Tentative) |
| XAT Exam |
January 4, 2026 |
Thapar University UG Admission Dates 2026
Following are the dates for admissio to BBA, BSc, BA and BCom.
| CUET UG (For BA, BSc, BCom, BBA) Admission Dates 2026 |
| CUET UG Application Window |
4th week of February – 4th week of March, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CUET UG Admit Card Release |
1st week of May, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CUET UG Exam |
2nd week of May, 2026 (Tentative) |
| CUET UG Result |
4th week of June, 2026 (Tentative) |
Thapar University PhD Admission Dates 2026
For the session of 2026-27, UGC NET is scheduled in the duration of December, 2025 – January, 2026.
| MPHil/PhD Admission Dates 2026 |
| UGC NET Exam Date |
December 31, 2025 – January 7, 2026 |
TIET Patiala BE/BTech Admissions 2025
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology offers admission to B.Tech/B.E. programs through two modes i.e. based on JEE Main scores and Merit in 10+2 (PCM). The university fills 50% of the seats on the basis of JEE Main and the remaining 50% of seats on the basis of the merit in aggregate of three subjects, namely, Physics, Mathematics, and any one subject out of Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology at the 10+2 level.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology BE/B.Tech Seat Matrix 2025
The discipline-wise distribution of total seats for Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology BE/B. Tech course is tabulated below.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology B.Tech/BE Eligibility Criteria
For B.Tech or BE Specializations other than Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering:
- Passed 10+2 with 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST candidates) in Physics, Mathematics, and any one subject out of Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational Subjects.
- The candidate must have passed Class 12 in 2023, 2024, or appearing in 2025.
- Must have appeared for JEE Main 2025.
For B.Tech in Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering:
- Passed 10+2 with 60% aggregate marks (55% for SC/ST candidates) in Physics / Chemistry / Biology.
- Must have appeared for the NEET UG 2025.
- The candidate must be born on or before October 1, 1997 (5 Years Age Relaxation is given to SC/ST/PH Candidates).
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology B.Tech/BE Selection Criteria
The selection criteria for Thapar University B.Tech is as follows:
- Based on JEE Main Percentile for 50% Seats: 50% of the total seats are filled on the basis of percentile based on the merit of JEE Main. For B.Tech in Biotechnology and Biomedical Engineering, 50% of the seats are filled through NEET.
- Based on 10+2 Marks in PCM for 50% Seats: 50% of the seats are filled on the basis of marks secured in 10+2 or equivalent exams. The aggregate marks for selection are calculated on three subjects, namely, Physics, Mathematics, and any one out of Chemistry / Biology / Biotechnology / Technical Vocational subject.
- Top 5 Candidates in Class 12 Boards: Candidates who are in the list of top 5 students in their respective Class 12 Boards are given direct admission. These candidates must appear in the JEE Main exam to become eligible. However, the final merit list is prepared only on the basis of the Class 12 Percentile.
TIET Patiala MTech Admissions 2025
At the Postgraduate level, the School of Engineering and Technology under Thapar University offers 8 specialisations under the ME program and 3 specialisations in the M.Tech program. The specialisations offered for M.E. and M.Tech courses at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology are given below.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology ME/M.Tech Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates applying to TIET M.Tech degree must have qualified B.Tech/BE in a relevant discipline with 60% in aggregate (55% for SC/ST/Industry sponsored).
- Candidates with an M.Sc degree are also eligible to apply.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology ME/M.Tech Selection Criteria
- Admission to Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology ME/M.Tech program is done on the basis of GATE scores.
- Candidates applying with a valid GATE score are given first preference.
- After offering seats to the GATE-qualified candidates, the admission to remaining vacant seats is done on the basis of merit prepared by giving 30% weightage to 12th marks and 70% weightage to B.E./B.Tech. Marks (up to the end of the pre-final year).
Check More: Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology ME/M.Tech Brochure
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology ME/M.Tech Seat Matrix 2025
The discipline-wise seat distribution for the M.E/M.Tech course at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology is given below.
| M.E./M.Tech. Specializations |
Open |
Sponsored |
SC/ST |
Total |
| Structural Engineering |
19 |
5 |
6 |
30 |
| Infrastructure Engineering |
19 |
5 |
6 |
30 |
| Power System Engineering |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| Thermal Engineering |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| Computer Science and Engineering |
42 |
5 |
13 |
60 |
| Software Engineering |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| Electronics & Communication |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| CAD/CAM |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| Biotechnology |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| Environmental Science and Engineering |
10 |
5 |
3 |
18 |
| VLSI Design |
19 |
5 |
6 |
30 |
TIET Patiala MBA Admissions 2025
LM Thapar School of Management offers MBA at the postgraduate level in 10 specializations. The university offers admission to the MBA program on the basis of its own MBA entrance exam (TMAT) or other national-level entrance exams such as CAT/MAT/XAT/NMAT/CMAT/GMAT followed by a Personal Interview. The semester fee for MBA at the institute is INR 2,72,600 Per Semester. Here are the various specialisations offered under Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MBA.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MBA Eligibility Criteria
The minimum eligibility required to get admission to the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MBA program is as follows:
- 50% aggregate marks in Postgraduation or Graduation from a recognized University/ Institute OR A graduate degree with a pass in all parts/sections of the Intermediate examination of CA/ ICWA/ ACS.
- Candidates with one year of experience are exempted from the eligibility requirement of 50% marks in Graduation or Postgraduation.
- Candidates must have a valid score in TMAT/ CAT/ NMAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ GMAT.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MBA Selection Criteria
Selection to the Thapar University MBA program is based on a valid entrance exam score followed by a Personal Interview. The institute conducts its own entrance exam, Thapar Management Aptitude Test (TMAT) for admission to MBA. Candidates who have a valid score in national-level entrance exams such as CAT/ NMAT/ XAT/ CMAT/ MAT/ GMAT are exempted from TMAT.
Click Here: Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MBA Brochure
TIET Patiala MSc Admissions 2025
Thapar University offers admission to the M.Sc degree at the postgraduate level in five different specializations. Admission to Thapar University MSc is merit-based. Here are the specializations offered under M.Sc at the institute.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology M.Sc Eligibility Criteria
Candidates must have scored 60% marks in aggregate in the relevant Bachelor’s degree for admission to M.Sc at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology. Selection to the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology M.Sc program is done on the basis of merit prepared by giving 40% weightage to Class XII marks and 60% weightage to Graduation marks. Here are the specialization-wise eligibility criteria for the institute’s M.Sc Admission 2025.
| Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology M.Sc Eligibility Criteria 2025 |
| Biotechnology |
60% Marks in Bachelor's degree from a recognized University in Physical, Biological, Agricultural, Veterinary, and Fishery Sciences, Pharmacy, Engineering Technology, 4-Years BS (Physician Assistant) Course, Medicine (MBBS) or BDS. |
| Chemistry |
60% aggregate marks in B.Sc with Chemistry as one of the main subjects. |
| Mathematics and Computing & Mathematics |
60% aggregate marks in B.Sc with Mathematics as one of the main subjects. |
| Physics |
60% aggregate marks in B.Sc with Physics as one of the main subjects. |
Check: Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MSc Brochure
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology M.Sc Seat Matrix 2025
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology offers a total of 120 seats in its MSc program. 5 seats in each M.Sc specialization are available for FN/NRI candidates. The table below gives details of the seat matrix of the M.Sc program at the institute.
| Specialization |
Open |
SC/ST |
PH |
Total |
| Biotechnology |
20 |
8 |
2 |
30 |
| Chemistry |
20 |
8 |
2 |
30 |
| Mathematics |
14 |
5 |
1 |
20 |
| Mathematics and Computing |
14 |
5 |
1 |
20 |
| Physics |
14 |
5 |
1 |
20 |
| Total |
82 |
31 |
7 |
120 |
TIET Patiala PhD Admissions 2025
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology offers Ph.D in almost all specializations of Engineering, Technology, Management, and Sciences admission to Ph.D. It is based on an entrance exam conducted by the university followed by an Interview. For Ph.D. students, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology charges INR 20,000 Per Semester for GATE/NET candidates and INR 46,730 Per Semester for Non-GATE/NET candidates.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Ph.D. Eligibility Criteria
- M.E./ M.Tech./ M.Phil./ MCA/ M.Sc./ M.Com/ M.Pharma/ M.A./ M.B.A./ C.A. with minimum or 60% marks in aggregate or a CGPA of 6.00 on a 10-point scale.
- GATE/ GPAT/ NET(UGC/ CSIR) Qualification are also eligible.
- Candidates with a B.E./ B.Tech./ B.Pharm degree or equivalent with an excellent academic record may be considered for admission.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Ph.D. Selection Criteria
Selection to Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Ph.D. program is done through an entrance test and an interview round. The institute exempts GATE/ NET (UGC/CSIR)/GPAT-qualified candidates from the entrance test. These candidates are directly called for the interview round. Candidates who appear for the entrance test are required to appear offline for the test.
| Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Ph.D. Entrance Exam Pattern 2025 |
| Duration |
90 Minutes |
| Number of Questions |
80 Questions |
| Type of Questions |
Objective Type Questions |
| Total Marks |
80 |
| Qualifying Marks |
50% |
| Negative Marking |
No |
Check More: Thapar Institute of Engineering and Management Ph.D. Brochure
TIET Patiala Application Process 2025
There are five stages for admission to Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology MBA which are as follows:
- Submitting Online Application: Aspiring candidates are required to submit online applications at this stage @ www.lmtsm.thapar.edu.
- Entrance Exam: Candidates need to appear for TMAT or must have a valid score in other accepted exams.
- Evaluation Process: Shortlisted candidates are evaluated through a Video Statement of Purpose and PI.
- Communication of Decision: The stage involves communication of decisions made by the admission committee. Candidates selected after the evaluation process are sent offer letters at this stage.
- Final Counselling and Fee Deposit: Candidates selected for final admission are required to accept the offer letter at this stage. Accepting the offer involves document and fee submission through e-counseling or in-person counseling.
TIET Patiala Admissions 2025 FAQs
Ques. When is the admission fee to be paid at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. The admission fee will be paid after the allocation of the provisional seats during the online counselling for UG programs (except BTech Biotechnology) within a stipulated time as mentioned in our brochure. During the offline/in-person counselling the fee will have to be deposited on the spot. No admission will be given without payment of full fees.
Ques. What are the various programs offered by Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology under IEP?
Ans. The following programs are available under IEP by Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology:
- Computer Science Engineering
- Electronics and Communication Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Civil Engineering
Ques. Is it compulsory for the first-year UG student to avail hostel accommodation at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. It is recommended by the Institute for the first-year undergraduate students to stay in the student hostels as it helps them bond together, and that in turn, improves their experience of college life.
Ques. What is the duration of the International Engineering Program (IEP) at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. The duration of the International Engineering Program (IEP) offered by TIET/TCD is four years. The admitted students will pursue the first two years of their course in TIET before transferring to TCD for years 3 and 4 of the degree program, subject to meeting the minimum academic requirements.
Ques. Does Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology accept CMAT for admission to the MBA program?
Ans. Yes, Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology accepts CMAT for admission to the MBA program.
Ques. What are the total numbers of seats available for Foreign Nationals/NRI students at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. A total of 15% of the sanctioned strength (over and above of the total seats) in a program is reserved for Foreign Nationals and NRI students at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology.
Ques. When should a student arrive at Thapar Institute Campus, if admitted to any of the programs offered at the university?
Ans. The schedule of commencement of the academic session and calendar is available on the official website of the college. The first UG/PG students have to attend an orientation program before the commencement of their classes.
Ques. What is IEP offered by Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. IEP is a 2+2 International Engineering Program. It is offered by Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology in collaboration with Trinity College of Dublin.
Ques. What are the minimum admission requirements for the International Engineering Program (IEP) at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. The admission to the undergraduate credit transfer program is purely on merit which is based on the performance of the candidates in the JEE (Main) examination and securing at least 60% marks in the 10+2 examination or equivalent.
Ques. What is the admission criteria at Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology?
Ans. Admission to Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology is both entrance and merit-based depending on the course the candidate is applying to.
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This university provides admission to the BA course under Thapar School of Liberal Arts & Sciences. As per the rules, there will be the official entrance for the admission but the admission depends on the Online test that includes an Aptitude Test Letter of Statement of Purpose/ Motivation, and grade 10 marks card.
Thapar School of Liberal Arts & Sciences offers a BSc course under Thapar University. The application window for the course is open now. The last date to apply for the program is 15 June 2022. You can apply by visiting the official website.
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