M.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) at BIT Mesra, Ranchi, is a two-year postgraduate programme offered by the Department of Computer Science and Engineering at this Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education. The programme builds expertise in machine learning algorithms, deep learning architectures, NLP, computer vision, and AI system design. BIT Mesra ranks 67 in the Collegedunia 2025 India Engineering Colleges list. Admission is based on GATE 2026 scores in Computer Science and Information Technology (CS).
📋 Admission Status: Admissions to M.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) at BIT Mesra for 2026-27 are based on GATE 2026 scores; the application window is expected to close by April 2026. Check bitmesra.ac.in for the official schedule and merit list.
Key Points
- Two-year M.Tech in AI and ML at an Institute of National Importance, Ranchi.
- Covers machine learning, deep learning, NLP, computer vision, reinforcement learning, and AI ethics.
- GATE (CS) score required; non-GATE candidates may sit a BIT Mesra screening test.
BIT Mesra M.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Fees
| Component | Amount (INR) |
|---|
| Year 1 Fees (Tuition + Development + Examination) | INR 2,42,000 |
| Year 2 Fees (Tuition + Development + Examination) | INR 2,67,000 |
| Admission Fee (one-time, non-refundable) | INR 20,000 |
| Caution Money (refundable on programme completion) | INR 10,000 |
| Total Fees (2 years, Hostel charges separate) | INR 5,39,000 |
- Year 1 fee breakdown: Tuition INR 2,12,000, Development Fee INR 15,000, Examination Fee INR 15,000.
- Year 2 fee breakdown: Tuition INR 2,35,000, Development Fee INR 16,000, Examination Fee INR 16,000.
- Caution money of INR 10,000 is refundable on successful completion of the programme.
- GATE-qualified students who score above the 90th percentile are eligible for a tuition fee waiver of up to 20 percent.
- Optional hostel accommodation is available at BIT Mesra; hostel and mess charges are billed separately.
BIT Mesra M.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Admission 2026
Important Dates
| Event | Date |
|---|
| GATE 2026 Examination | February 2026 |
| GATE 2026 Result | March 2026 |
| BIT Mesra M.Tech Application Window | March to April 2026 (Tentative) |
| Screening Test (Non-GATE candidates) | May 2026 (Tentative) |
| Merit List and Offer Letters | May to June 2026 (Tentative) |
| Semester I Classes Commence | July to August 2026 (Tentative) |
- Apply through the BIT Mesra admissions portal at bitmesra.ac.in during the notified window; upload GATE scorecard, B.E./B.Tech marksheets, and category certificate if applicable.
- GATE-qualified candidates are selected purely on GATE score (80 percent weightage) and academic performance (20 percent); non-GATE candidates sit an online screening test before the interview.
- Final admission requires document verification at BIT Mesra Ranchi campus with original degree certificates, GATE scorecard, and category certificate if applicable.
The dates mentioned above are tentative and subject to change.
Eligibility Criteria
- Candidates must hold a B.E./B.Tech degree in the relevant engineering discipline with a minimum of 55 percent marks or a CGPA of 5.5 on a 10-point scale (50 percent for SC/ST candidates).
- A valid GATE score in the relevant paper is required for direct merit-based admission; candidates without a GATE score may appear in BIT Mesra’s online screening test covering GATE-equivalent syllabus.
Admission Process
- Obtain a valid GATE score in the relevant paper, or prepare for the BIT Mesra online screening test if GATE is not available.
- Apply online at bitmesra.ac.in during the notified window; pay the application fee and upload all required documents.
- GATE-qualified candidates are shortlisted based on score and academics; non-GATE candidates appear in the screening test and subsequent interview.
- Accept the merit-list offer, pay the first-year fee, and report for document verification and enrolment at BIT Mesra Ranchi.
✓ Opt for this if
- CS or ECE graduates with a GATE CS score targeting AI and ML specialisation at postgraduate level
- Candidates seeking an AICTE-funded M.Tech in AI from an NIT-equivalent government institute
- Those targeting AI/ML roles at technology companies or research organisations after postgraduation
- Students interested in deep learning or NLP research alongside industry-relevant coursework
✗ Skip if
- Candidates with a GATE CS score high enough to access IIT AI/ML M.Tech programmes
- Those seeking a broader computer science postgraduate degree rather than an AI specialisation
- Candidates preferring metro campuses with larger AI-sector recruiter networks
- Those looking for a part-time or online M.Tech option in AI and ML
BIT Mesra M.Tech (Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning) Scholarships 2026
| Scholarship | Amount | Eligibility |
|---|
| GATE Scholarship (AICTE/MoE) | INR 12,400 per month | Full-time M.Tech students admitted on the basis of a valid GATE score; disbursed for up to two years subject to satisfactory progress |
| Merit Fee Waiver (BIT Mesra) | Up to 20 percent tuition fee waiver | GATE scorers above the 90th percentile; applied at the time of admission |
| GP Birla Scholarship | Need-based | Students with financial need and a CGPA of 8.0 or above (EWS) or 6.5 or above (SC/ST/OBC); applied through BIT Mesra scholarship portal |
| Aditya Birla Scholarship | Up to INR 3,00,000 per year | Meritorious students; competitive application through the Aditya Birla Group scholarship process |
| Post-Matric Scholarship (SC/ST) | As per government norms | SC/ST students domiciled in Jharkhand; applied through the National Scholarship Portal |
- The GATE scholarship of INR 12,400 per month is disbursed by AICTE and is credited directly into the student’s bank account; students must maintain satisfactory academic progress.
- Central and state scholarships are applied through the National Scholarship Portal (scholarships.gov.in); submit bank, category, and academic documents during the annual application window.
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