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Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines), Dhanbad [IIT(ISM)], also known as IITISM, is an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. It was originally established on 9 December 1926 as the Indian School of Mines by the British colonial government, making it one of India’s oldest technical institutions. The institute was designated an IIT by an Act of Parliament on 25 May 2016. It is located in Dhanbad, Jharkhand.
As per NIRF Rankings 2025, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is ranked #15 in Engineering and #35 in Overall among all institutions in India. In the Management category, it holds NIRF rank #48 (2025).
The main campus spans 218 acres in Dhanbad with an upcoming campus of 227 acres adding to a total footprint of 445 acres. The institute hosts 18 academic departments and approximately 8,548 students, including 4,158 undergraduates, 1,400 postgraduates, and 1,102 doctoral scholars.
- B.Tech: 18 specialisations including Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Mining Engineering, Mining Machinery Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, Mineral and Metallurgical Engineering, Geo Sciences Engineering, Geological Engineering, Geophysical Technology, Engineering Physics, Environmental Engineering, Geotechnical Engineering, and Mathematics and Computing
- Integrated B.Tech + M.Tech: Applied Geology and Applied Geophysics (5-year dual degree)
- Integrated B.Tech + MBA: 5-year dual degree
- M.Tech: 28 specialisations across all engineering disciplines including AI and Data Science, Mining in Critical Minerals, Optical Communication, Pharmaceutical Technology, and Power Electronics
- M.Sc: Chemistry, Mathematics and Computing, Physics, Applied Geology, Applied Geophysics
- MBA / Executive MBA / Executive M.Tech
- B.Sc + B.Ed: Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics (integrated teacher education)
- PhD: All 18 departments
The B.Tech programme fee is INR 3,60,900 for standard streams (tuition and institutional charges, excluding hostel and mess). Geological Engineering and Geophysical Technology B.Tech fees are INR 9,45,300. The 5-year B.Tech + MBA integrated programme costs INR 10,75,000.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad provides MCM (Merit cum Means) scholarships covering full fee waiver and a monthly stipend of INR 1,000 for B.Tech students with family income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum.
In the 2025 placement season, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad recorded a highest offer of INR 83 LPA (international role for a CS student). The average package ranged between INR 16.5 LPA and INR 17.6 LPA across all branches. The overall placement rate was 81.76%.
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Admission Dates 2027
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Courses and Fees
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Admission Process
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Placements
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Rankings
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Scholarships
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Campus and Infrastructure
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad vs IIT Patna vs IIT BHU
- IIT (ISM) Dhanbad FAQs
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Admission Dates 2027
Admissions for the 2026-27 batch have concluded. B.Tech admission was through JEE Advanced 2026, with counselling conducted by JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority). MBA admitted through CAT 2025 and M.Tech through GATE 2026. The 2027-28 cycle follows the same national examination calendar.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2026 Session 1 | January to February 2026 |
| JEE Main 2026 Session 2 | April 2026 |
| JEE Advanced 2026 | May 2026 |
| JoSAA Counselling 2026 | June to July 2026 |
| GATE 2026 (M.Tech) | February 2026 |
| CAT 2025 (MBA) | November 2025 |
| Session Commencement | July to August 2026 |
The tentative calendar for the 2027-28 admission cycle closely mirrors the 2026 pattern. JEE Main 2027 Session 1 is expected in January 2027. Aspirants should monitor the official NTA portal for JEE registration dates.
| Event | 2027-28 Cycle (Tentative) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 Registration Opens | November 2026 (tentative) |
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 | January to February 2027 (tentative) |
| JEE Advanced 2027 | May 2027 (tentative) |
| JoSAA Counselling 2027 | June to July 2027 (tentative) |
| GATE 2027 (M.Tech) | February 2027 (tentative) |
| CAT 2026 (MBA) | November 2026 (tentative) |
Programme-wise admission routes at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad are covered in the table below.
| Programme | Admission Route |
|---|---|
| B.Tech (all streams) | JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling |
| B.Tech + M.Tech (Dual Degree) | JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling |
| B.Tech + MBA (Integrated) | JEE Advanced rank via JoSAA counselling |
| M.Tech (all specialisations) | Valid GATE score via CCMT counselling |
| M.Sc (all subjects) | JAM (Joint Admission Test for M.Sc) |
| MBA / Executive MBA | CAT score |
| Executive M.Tech | GATE or work experience, direct application |
| PhD | IITISM PhD Entrance Test or valid GATE/NET/JEST/NBHM score |
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Courses and Fees
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad offers programmes across engineering, sciences, management, and teacher education. The institute’s unique strength is its mining, petroleum, and geoscience programmes, among the most specialised in India. Fee data below is per the college’s fee schedule and excludes hostel, mess, and other charges.
| Course | Duration | Programme Fee |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE / EE / ECE / Chemical / Civil / Mechanical / Mining / Petroleum / Metallurgy / Mining Machinery / Environmental / Mathematics and Computing / Engineering Physics / Geosciences / Geotechnical) | 4 years | INR 3,60,900 |
| B.Tech (Geological Engineering / Geophysical Technology) | 4 years | INR 9,45,300 |
| B.Tech + M.Tech Dual Degree (Applied Geology / Applied Geophysics) | 5 years | INR 1,60,900 |
| B.Tech + MBA (Integrated) | 5 years | INR 10,75,000 |
| M.Tech (28 specialisations) | 2 years | INR 79,900 |
| M.Sc (Chemistry / Physics / Mathematics and Computing / Applied Geology / Applied Geophysics) | 2 years | INR 68,900 |
| MBA | 2 years | INR 1,35,900 |
| Executive MBA | 2 years (weekend) | INR 1,60,600 |
| Executive M.Tech (AI and Data Science) | 2 years (weekend) | INR 82,000 |
| B.Sc + B.Ed (Chemistry / Mathematics / Physics) | 4 years | INR 70,900 |
M.Tech fees at IIT (ISM) are significantly subsidised for GATE-qualified candidates who receive a monthly stipend of INR 12,400 from the Ministry of Education, effectively offsetting programme costs. Geological Engineering and Geophysical Technology B.Tech carry a higher fee structure due to specialised lab and field infrastructure.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Admission Process
B.Tech Admission (via JEE Advanced)
B.Tech admission to IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is entirely through the JEE Advanced merit list and JoSAA counselling. No separate test or interview is held by the institute.
- Eligibility: Qualify JEE Main with a score in the top 2.5 Lakh candidates. Appear and qualify JEE Advanced. Minimum 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PwD).
- JoSAA counselling: Candidates participate in the common seat allotment process. Seat allotment is based on JEE Advanced rank, branch preference, category, and available seats.
- JEE Advanced cutoffs: IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is a mid-ranked IIT. CSE closes in the JEE Advanced General Category rank range of approximately 3,500 to 5,000. Mining Engineering and Petroleum Engineering attract higher rank flexibility, closing in the 8,000 to 15,000 range for General Category.
- Process: Online registration on JoSAA portal, preference filling, provisional allotment, document upload, seat acceptance, and fee payment.
M.Tech Admission (via GATE)
M.Tech at IIT (ISM) requires a valid GATE score in the relevant paper. Candidates apply through CCMT (Centralised Counselling for M.Tech) and are allotted seats based on GATE score, normalised, and available seats per department.
- Eligibility: B.Tech or equivalent with 55% marks (50% for SC/ST/PwD) and a valid GATE score in the relevant discipline.
- GATE stipend: GATE-qualified M.Tech candidates receive INR 12,400 per month from MHRD for the duration of the programme.
MBA Admission (via CAT)
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad’s MBA programme admits through CAT scores. Shortlisted candidates are called for Written Ability Test (WAT), Group Discussion (GD), and Personal Interview (PI). The expected CAT cutoff for General Category is approximately 90 to 95 percentile.
M.Sc Admission (via JAM)
M.Sc programmes in Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics and Computing, Applied Geology, and Applied Geophysics admit through JAM (Joint Admission Test for M.Sc), a national-level exam conducted by IITs. Candidates need a relevant bachelor’s degree with 55% marks.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Placements
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad’s placement season for the 2025 batch delivered an overall placement rate of 81.76%. The highest offer in the 2025 season stood at INR 83 LPA for an international role secured by a Computer Science student. The average package across all branches ranged between INR 16.5 LPA and INR 17.6 LPA.
CSE, ECE, and Mathematics and Computing branches consistently record the highest packages, with multiple offers above INR 40 LPA from product-based technology companies. Mining Engineering and Petroleum Engineering graduates achieve near-100% placement in PSUs (ONGC, Coal India, NMDC, GAIL, Hindustan Zinc) at packages in the INR 15 to 20 LPA range. Core engineering branches (Mechanical, Civil, Chemical) see average packages of INR 12 to 16 LPA.
| Branch Family | Avg Package (2025) | Key Recruiters |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science and Engineering | INR 35+ LPA (estimated) | Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Goldman Sachs |
| Mining / Petroleum Engineering | INR 15 to 20 LPA | ONGC, Coal India, NMDC, GAIL, Hindustan Zinc |
| Electrical / ECE / Mechanical / Chemical | INR 12 to 16 LPA | L&T, Tata Steel, BHEL, NTPC, Samsung R&D |
| MBA | INR 14 to 18 LPA | Deloitte, KPMG, EY, Accenture, ICICI Bank |
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad functions as a think tank for 11 Indian government ministries, providing significant access to PSU recruitment pipelines that other IITs do not have. The mining and geoscience branches benefit from a unique industry network with ONGC, Coal India, and other public sector undertakings that offer bond-free offers at competitive packages.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Rankings
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad holds NIRF Engineering rank #15 in 2025, placing it among the top-15 engineering institutions in India. In the NIRF Overall category, it is ranked #35. In Management, it is ranked #48 in NIRF 2025. The institute was ranked by NIRF immediately upon achieving IIT status and has climbed steadily in the Engineering category.
| Ranking Body | Category | 2025 Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | #15 |
| NIRF | Overall | #35 |
| NIRF | Management | #48 |
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad does not participate in NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council) as IITs are Institutes of National Importance with their own rigorous quality framework under the Ministry of Education. The institute’s NIRF Engineering rank of 15 places it ahead of several newer IITs established post-2010.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Scholarships
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad provides the standard IIT scholarship framework for B.Tech, M.Tech, and PhD students, along with institute-specific and industry-sponsored scholarships.
| Scholarship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Free Studentship (Full Fee Waiver) | Family income below INR 1 Lakh per annum | 100% tuition fee waiver plus INR 1,000 per month stipend |
| MCM Scholarship (Merit cum Means) | Family income below INR 5 Lakhs per annum, minimum CPI of 6.0 | Two-thirds tuition fee waiver plus INR 1,000 per month stipend |
| GATE Stipend (M.Tech) | Valid GATE score, admitted to M.Tech programme | INR 12,400 per month for 2-year programme duration |
| PhD Research Stipend | Admitted to full-time PhD programme | INR 31,000 per month (JRF) to INR 35,000 per month (SRF) from government fellowship |
| Institute Merit Scholarship | Top rank holder in each year of B.Tech, minimum CPI 8.0 | INR 1,000 per month |
| Industry-Sponsored Scholarships | Varies by donor company (ONGC, Coal India, etc.) | INR 24,000 to 60,000 per annum |
SC/ST/PwD students at IIT (ISM) with family income below INR 5 Lakhs receive complete fee waiver. EWS students qualifying under government reservation norms receive 10% reservation in B.Tech seats through JoSAA allotment.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad Campus and Infrastructure
The IIT (ISM) Dhanbad campus spans 218 acres in Dhanbad, Jharkhand, with an upcoming greenfield campus of 227 acres under development. Dhanbad city, part of the Jharkhand coal belt, gives the institute proximity to India’s most significant mining and mineral processing operations.
- 11 hostels named after gemstones (Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, Opal, Garnet, and others), with combined capacity for over 4,000 resident students
- Specialised research labs for Mining Technology, Petroleum Engineering, Applied Geology, and Geomatics
- Central library with digital access to over 1,00,000 volumes and major engineering database subscriptions
- Sports complex with facilities for cricket, football, basketball, tennis, badminton, and a swimming pool
- Annual techno-mining festival that is one of the largest mining-themed student festivals in India
- 18 academic departments housed in dedicated school buildings
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad serves as a formal advisory body for 11 Government of India ministries in areas of natural resources, mining, and geosciences. This institutional role gives the institute’s research groups direct access to ONGC, Coal India, NMDC, GSI (Geological Survey of India), and Central Mine Planning and Design Institute (CMPDI) for collaborative research and student projects.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad vs IIT Patna vs IIT BHU
Aspirants considering mid-tier IITs in eastern India typically compare IIT (ISM) Dhanbad, IIT Patna, and IIT BHU (Varanasi). All three are Institutes of National Importance admitting B.Tech students through JEE Advanced and JoSAA counselling.
| Parameter | IIT (ISM) Dhanbad | IIT Patna | IIT BHU Varanasi |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 1926 (IIT: 2016) | 2008 | 1919 (IIT: 2012) |
| Campus Area | 218 acres (main) | 501 acres | 370 acres |
| NIRF Engineering (2025) | #15 | ~#36 | ~#20 |
| NIRF Overall (2025) | #35 | ~#65 | ~#42 |
| B.Tech Highest Package (2025) | INR 83 LPA | - | - |
| B.Tech Avg Package (2025) | INR 16.5 to 17.6 LPA | - | - |
| Unique Strength | Mining, Petroleum, Geosciences | CS, ECE | Older IIT, broader programme range |
| PSU Access | Exceptional (adviser to 11 ministries) | Standard IIT access | Strong (Institute of Technology BHU legacy) |
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad leads this comparison in NIRF Engineering rank and holds a unique institutional advantage through its PSU and government ministry connections. IIT BHU is an older institution with a broader programme portfolio and strong humanities-science integration. IIT Patna is the newest among the three and is still developing its infrastructure, though it competes well in CS and ECE placements. Aspirants with interest in Mining, Petroleum, or Geosciences should prioritise IIT (ISM) over the other two, as no comparable programme depth exists at IIT Patna or IIT BHU.
IIT (ISM) Dhanbad FAQs
Ques. What is the NIRF rank of IIT (ISM) Dhanbad?
Ans. As per NIRF Rankings 2025, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is ranked #15 in Engineering and #35 in Overall across all institutions in India. In the Management category, it holds NIRF rank #48. The institute has consistently improved its NIRF Engineering ranking since receiving IIT designation in 2016.
Ques. What is the placement package at IIT Dhanbad?
Ans. In the 2025 placement season, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad recorded a highest package of INR 83 LPA (international role, CS branch). The average package ranged between INR 16.5 LPA and INR 17.6 LPA across all branches. The overall placement rate was 81.76%. Mining and Petroleum Engineering graduates achieved near-100% placement in PSUs at INR 15 to 20 LPA.
Ques. What JEE Advanced rank is needed for IIT (ISM) Dhanbad CSE?
Ans. The JEE Advanced General Category closing rank for CSE at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad typically falls in the 3,500 to 5,000 range. Mining Engineering and Petroleum Engineering branches close in the 8,000 to 15,000 range for General Category, offering admission opportunities for a wider JEE Advanced rank range. Actual cutoffs vary each year based on JEE Advanced performance and seat availability.
Ques. When was IIT (ISM) Dhanbad established?
Ans. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad was originally established on 9 December 1926 as the Indian School of Mines by the British colonial government. It was one of India’s first technical institutions. It received the status of an Institute of National Importance and was formally designated an IIT on 25 May 2016 by an Act of Parliament.
Ques. Does IIT (ISM) Dhanbad have good placements for Mining Engineering?
Ans. Yes. Mining Engineering at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has near-100% placement rates, with graduates absorbed by PSUs such as Coal India, ONGC, NMDC, GAIL, and SCCL at packages of INR 15 to 20 LPA. The institute is the national leader in mining education and functions as an advisory body to 11 Government of India ministries, giving Mining Engineering graduates a placement network unmatched at any other IIT or NIT.
Ques. Is hostel available at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad?
Ans. Yes. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has 11 hostels named after gemstones (Diamond, Sapphire, Ruby, Pearl, and others), with combined residential capacity for over 4,000 students. Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all first-year B.Tech students and is allotted by the institute after admission confirmation.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad?
Ans. The programme fee for B.Tech at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is INR 3,60,900 for standard engineering streams (excluding hostel and mess charges). Geological Engineering and Geophysical Technology carry a higher fee of INR 9,45,300. Students from families with annual income below INR 5 Lakhs are eligible for MCM scholarships covering up to two-thirds of the tuition fee. Students with income below INR 1 Lakh receive full fee waiver.
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Yes, IIT Dhanbad has four courses offered in the Mining Branch. These courses are mentioned below:
The first year fee of PhD in Management in IIT Dhanbad is INR 49,800. The second and third year fee of the course are the same INR 26,900. The total fee of the course is INR 1,03,600. This is a part time course offered in IIT Dhanbad.
IIT Dhanbad MBA selections are done on the basis of CAT scores. Shortlisted candidates will be further called for a personal interview round. The final selection will be based on the composite scores of CAT, Personal Interview, Academic Records, and Work Experience. Final selection includes major weightage on Online PI i.e 55%, followed by 30% CAT score and 15% Industrial experience
Kindly contact directly to the IIT ISM Dhanbad office number to know the admission updates and availability.
The candidates are shortlisted on the basis of a written test/personal interview. The interview of the candidates is scheduled to be held on November 29–30, 2023. Application was closed on October 30, 2023.
Admissions at the IIT Dhanbad have been concluded for the academic year 2023-24 at the IIT Dhanbad.
Check here for the PhD Statistics Eligibility, Colleges, Admission Process, Syllabus, Scope, Salary 2023
No, IIT Dhanbad does not offer a Fellowship for a PhD.
IIT Dhanbad registrations are open right now and the last date is May 31, 2023. You may apply by visiting the official website of IIT. Check here to know more. IIT Admission
Admission into MBA at IIT ISM is done on the basis of CAT. Registration for CAT 2023 is expected to start in August and the exam is scheduled to conducted in November. Check here for more. CAT 2023
You can get admission to the Bachelors of Technology (B.Tech) on the basis of scores of the JEE Advanced entrance examination and no other admission criteria are accepted by the institute. The registration for the exam has not yet started.
IIT Dhanbad offers good internships and stipends to the students. The average stipend offered to the students is INR 30 thousand per month whereas the highest stipend reaches to INR 1 lac per month.
You need to appear for JEE Mains and have to pass it with valid scores. Then you need to appear for JEE Advanced and clear it to be eligible for admission to IIT ISM Dhanbad B.Tech. Read More: IIT ISM Dhanbad Admission 2022
The chances of getting admitted as based upon the entrance exam scores along with the marks in the last qualifying examination.
Yes, the institute offers scholarships at the institute level and by the government. It offers Peggy & Avinash Ahuja, Pramod & Meera Thakur Trust, Inder Mohan Thapar Research award etc.
Yes, IIT ISM Dhanbad offers a student club to the students. It offers a robotics and artificial intelligence club. It comes under the cyber society of the institute at Dhanbad.