Birla Patna vs IIT Patna for B.Tech: Which Fits You Better?
This course-wise guide compares recorded programme, fee, admission, placement and ranking evidence for Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna and IIT Patna. Fees and outcomes can change; verify the latest official notification.
AT A GLANCE
Quick comparison
| Factor | Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna | IIT Patna |
|---|---|---|
| College name | Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna | IIT Patna |
| Location | Patna, Bihar | Patna, Bihar |
| Institute type | public | public |
| Programmes / branches | 7 listed | 5 listed |
| Recorded fees | ₹3,60,000 | ₹2,11,500 |
| Entrance exams | JEE Main | JEE Advanced |
| Average placement | ₹6 | ₹11 |
| Highest placement | ₹14 | ₹39 |
| Ranking | - | nirf: 34 |
Decision score
75
Higher recorded score: Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna
There is no universal winner. The better fit depends on your preferred B.Tech branch, budget, admission route, location and the quality and year of available evidence.
Which university has lower comparable fees?
Compare the recorded tuition cost, fee type and duration for the same or closely matching programme. Annual charges and total fees should not be treated as equivalent.
Which B.E. branches are available?
Review the programme names below to find the branch that matches your academic and career goals.
Detailed evidence
Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna
public · Patna, Bihar
Branches and programmes
| Programme / branch | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Engineering Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Computer Science and Engineering | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Information Technology | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
| Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical Engineering | 4 | Students should have passed their Sr. secondary examination with Physics, Chemistry, Maths as their subject. |
Fees
| Programme | Amount | Fee type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Engineering Civil Engineering | ₹3,89,000 | Total Fees | year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Electronics & Communication Engineering | ₹3,89,000 | Total Fees | year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Computer Science and Engineering | ₹3,89,000 | Total Fees | year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning | ₹3,89,000 | Total Fees | year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Electrical & Electronics Engineering | ₹3,89,000 | Total Fees | year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Information Technology | ₹3,60,000 | Total Fees | year |
| Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical Engineering | ₹3,89,000 | Total Fees | year |
Entrance exams
JEE Main
Placements
| Year | Average package | Highest package |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 | ₹6 lakh | ₹14 lakh |
Rankings
-
Recruiters
IIT Patna
public · Patna, Bihar
Branches and programmes
| Programme / branch | Duration | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 4 | The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. from IIT Patna should have done XII from a recognized institute. |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 4 | The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. from IIT Patna should have done XII from a recognized institute. |
| B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering | 4 | The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. from IIT Patna should have done XII from a recognized institute. |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 4 | The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. from IIT Patna should have done XII from a recognized institute. |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 4 | The candidate seeking admission in the B.Tech. from IIT Patna should have done XII from a recognized institute. |
Fees
| Programme | Amount | Fee type | Duration |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering | ₹2,11,500 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Computer Science & Engineering | ₹2,21,650 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | ₹2,11,500 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | ₹2,21,650 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | ₹2,11,500 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | ₹2,21,650 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | ₹2,11,500 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | ₹2,21,650 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | ₹2,11,500 | Total Fees | year |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | ₹2,21,650 | Total Fees | year |
Entrance exams
JEE Advanced
Placements
| Year | Average package | Highest package |
|---|---|---|
| 2016 | ₹11 lakh | ₹39 lakh |
Rankings
| Body / category | Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|
| nirf · B.Tech / B.E. | 34 / 100 | 2024 |
| itoday · B.Tech / B.E. | 10 / 285 | 2024 |
| cs · B.Tech / B.E. | 34 / 100 | 2024 |
| nirf · B.Tech / B.E. | 41 / 100 | 2023 |
| itoday · B.Tech / B.E. | 13 / 285 | 2023 |
| nirf · B.Tech / B.E. | 33 / 200 | 2022 |
| nirf · B.Tech / B.E. | 21 / 300 | 2021 |
| nirf · B.Tech / B.E. | 26 / 200 | 2020 |
| nirf · B.Tech / B.E. | 24 / 200 | 2018 |
Recruiters
What are the eligibility requirements?
Eligibility is shown for each recorded programme. Requirements can differ by branch, qualification and admission year.
Do both universities accept the same entrance exam?
Only active programme-to-exam mappings are shown. Confirm the current admission notification before applying.
Which university has better placement evidence?
Compare placement years, programme coverage and the available average or highest package records. Different years or coverage levels do not establish a definitive winner.
How do their rankings compare?
Compare ranking body, category and year. Rankings from different categories or years may not be directly comparable.
Which university is better for different students?
Lower comparable fee: Compare programme names, fee type, duration and year. Hostel and additional charges are excluded unless explicitly recorded.
Preferred branch: Choose the college listing the branch that matches your goals.
Placement priority: Prefer the college with stronger comparable placement records only when programme coverage and years are comparable.
Admission route: Use the active course-to-exam mappings shown above and confirm the current official notice.
What should you verify before admission?
- Current fee year, duration and included charges.
- Programme-specific eligibility and admission route.
- Placement year, programme coverage and recruiter context.
- Ranking body, category and year.
Conclusion
Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna has the higher recorded evidence score, but this does not make it a universal winner. Choose Birla Institute of Technology Patna, Patna if its available branches, recorded cost and admission route fit your priorities; choose IIT Patna if its programmes, location or placement evidence better match your goals.
Final takeaway: Compare the exact branch and programme cost first, then verify eligibility, active entrance-exam mappings and the latest official placement information before admission.
Data note: A dash means the information is not available in the current records. This page does not invent values or treat different years and fee types as directly comparable.