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TIET Engineering Admissions 2026

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET), Patiala is one of India's most prestigious private technical universities with more than 70 years of academic excellence. The 250-acre residential campus offers world-class academic infrastructure, global collaborations, and strong industry integration.ย 
TIET is consistently ranked among India's top engineering institutions and continues to strengthen its global academic reputation through research, innovation, and employability outcomes.

Institutional Accreditations & Recognition

TIET holds multiple national and international accreditations, reflecting its academic excellence, quality assurance standards, and global recognition.

NAAC Accreditation

A++ Grade by NAAC (UGC)

ABET Accreditation (USA)

ABET-accredited programs include:

  • โœ” Computer Engineering
  • โœ” Mechanical Engineering
  • โœ” Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • โœ” Electrical Engineering
  • โœ” Civil Engineering
  • โœ” Electronics & Computer Engineering
  • โœ” Electronics (Instrumentation & Control) Engineering
  • โœ” Mechatronics Engineering

NBA Accreditation

Eligible undergraduate engineering programs accredited by the NBA

National & Global Rankings

TIET has secured strong positions across national and global ranking frameworks, highlighting its academic performance, research output, and international standing

Ranking BodyCategoryRank / Band
NIRF Rankings 2025Engineering29
University26
Overall44
Research42
QS World University Rankings 2026Overall771โ€“780 Band
QS Asia Rankings 2026Asia249
Times Higher Education Rankings 2025World601โ€“800 Band
THE Asia Rankings 2024Asia201โ€“250 Band

๐ŸŽ“ Engineering Programs Offered (UG)

TIET offers 18 undergraduate BE/B.Tech programs with advanced specialization options tailored to modern industry and research needs.

๐Ÿงฑ Core Programs

  • Computer Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering

๐Ÿค– Specialized Programs

  • Artificial Intelligence & Data Science
  • Robotics & Artificial Intelligence
  • Computer Science & Business Systems
  • Electronics Engineering (VLSI Design)
  • Electronics & Computer Engineering
  • Electrical & Computer Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Biotechnology
  • Mechatronics
  • Civil Engineering with Computer Applications

๐Ÿ“ Admission System โ€“ How TIET Admissions Work

TIET follows a merit-based centralized admission process to ensure fairness, transparency, and equal opportunity for all applicants.

โš™๏ธ Key Features
  • Online Application Portal
  • JEE Main-based Merit Allocation
  • Category-based reservation implementation
  • Preference-based branch allotment
  • Online counseling
  • Physical Document Verification
  • Provisional Admission Until Verification
โš ๏ธ Important Rule

Registration alone does NOT confirm admission.

The seat is confirmed only after counselling, fee payment, and document verification.

๐ŸŽฏ Eligibility Criteria โ€“ B.E./B.Tech

๐Ÿ“š Academic Qualification

Candidates must have passed:

  • Class 12 (10+2) or Equivalent Examination
๐Ÿ“ JEE Main Requirement

Appearance in JEE Main 2026 is mandatory for most engineering programs.

๐Ÿ“– Mandatory Subject Requirement

Candidates must have studied:

  • Physics
  • Mathematics

One subject from:

  • Chemistry
  • Biology
  • Biotechnology
  • Technical Vocational Subject
๐Ÿ“ˆ Minimum Percentage Requirement

General Category: 60% aggregate marks in Physics + Mathematics + One Approved Subject

SC/ST Category: 55% aggregate marks

๐Ÿ“… Passing Year Eligibility
  • Passed in 2024 / 2025
  • Appearing in 2026
๐ŸŒ Nationality Requirement

Candidate must be an Indian Citizen

โ— Important Notes
  • No rounding off
  • Only board marks considered
  • Improvement accepted only if officially updated

๐ŸŽ“ Admission Modes

1๏ธโƒฃ Mode 1 โ€” JEE Main Based Admission

High demand branches (CSE, COE, AI, Robotics, ECE):

โžก Seat allotment strictly through JEE Main AIR merit

2๏ธโƒฃ Mode 2 โ€” JEE Main + 10+2 Merit Based

Core engineering branches allow merit through:

  • JEE Main Rank
  • OR 10+2 PCM aggregate merit
3๏ธโƒฃ Mode 3 โ€” Biomedical & Biotechnology Programs

Admission through:

  • JEE Main
  • NEET
  • PCB Merit
  • PCM Merit
๐Ÿ”‘ Direct Admission (Subject to Vacancy)

Direct entry may be offered for selected branches based on seat availability:

  • Mechanical
  • Civil
  • Electrical
  • Chemical
  • Biotechnology
  • Biomedical
  • Mechatronics

๐Ÿช‘ Seat Distribution & Counselling

๐Ÿ“Œ Punjab State Quota

โžก 50% seats reserved

Eligibility:

  • Passed Class 12 from Punjab
  • OR Punjab domicile certificate holders
๐ŸŒ Outside Punjab Quota

โžก 50% seats reserved

Open for candidates from all Indian states.

๐Ÿ… Sports Category (Punjab Only)

โžก 2% seats reserved

Selection based on:

  • Sports gradation certificate
  • Physical trials
  • Merit assessment
โญ Supernumerary Categories (Over & Above Intake)
  • Board toppers
  • Government nominees
  • PMSSS (J&K Students)
  • North-East students
  • Children of TIET employees
  • FN/NRI category
๐Ÿ“ Counselling & Seat Allotment Process
After JEE Main Result:
  • Merit lists published
  • Online counselling rounds conducted
  • Preference-based seat allocation
  • Automatic upgradation applied
Important Rules:
  • โ— Fee payment mandatory to retain seat
  • โ— Failure to report = seat cancellation
  • โ— Final round closes permanently
๐Ÿ“„ Document Verification Requirements

Original documents required at reporting:

  • Class 10 Certificate (DOB Proof)
  • Class 12 Marksheet
  • JEE Main Scorecard
  • Category Certificate (if applicable)
  • Migration Certificate
  • Character Certificate
  • Medical Fitness Certificate
  • Anti-ragging Undertaking
  • Income Certificate (for scholarships)

Note: Admission remains provisional until verification completion.

๐ŸŽ Scholarships & Financial Aid

๐Ÿ† Merit Scholarships
  • Top JEE rankers
  • Board toppers
  • Branch toppers
  • Tuition Fee + Development Fee Waivers
๐Ÿ’ฐ Merit-Cum-Means Scholarships
  • Family income โ‰ค โ‚น10 lakh
  • Based on income priority + CGPA
  • Full tuition waiver available
๐Ÿ›๏ธ Government Scholarships
  • SC/ST Top Class Education Scheme
  • AICTE Pragati (Girls)
  • AICTE Saksham (PwD)
  • PM YASASVI
  • Minority Scholarships
  • Punjab Govt Post Matric Scholarships
๐ŸŽ“ Alumni Endowment Scholarships
  • โ‚น50,000 annual awards
  • Branch-specific scholarships
  • Female student focused awards
๐Ÿ  Hostel & Residential Facilities
  • Fully residential campus
  • Separate hostels for boys and girls
  • Academic hostels with Wi-Fi & mess facilities
  • Merit-based hostel allotment

Important:
โ— Hostel accommodation is subject to availability

โ— Not guaranteed for all admitted students

๐ŸŽฏ Training, Skill Development & Career Support

๐Ÿซ Centre for Training & Development (CTD)

Structured employability programs include:

  • Aptitude training
  • Interview preparation
  • Communication skills
  • Leadership programs
  • Career counselling
  • GRE / GMAT / IELTS preparation

Professional certification programs:

  • Business Analytics
  • Finance for Engineers
  • Power BI
  • Tableau
  • Leadership & Personal Branding
๐Ÿ’ผ Placement & Internship Ecosystem
Placement Performance:
  • 90%+ placement rate
  • Average CTC: โ‚น13.5 LPA
  • Highest CTC: โ‚น60 LPA
  • Previous Year High: โ‚น67 LPA
  • 300+ recruiters annually
Recruitment Cycle:
  • Starts: April
  • Peak Season: Aug โ€“ Oct
Industry Internship:
  • UG: Full semester or full year industrial internship
  • PG: One-year industry project
  • Summer Internships after 2nd/3rd year
  • PPO opportunities offered by recruiters
๐ŸŒ Research & Global Collaboration

Centres of Excellence in:

  • Data Science & AI
  • Advanced Manufacturing
  • Emerging Materials
  • Food Security
  • Energy & Environment
  • Quantum Computing

International Chair Professors from:

  • Tel Aviv University
  • Virginia Tech
  • University of Queensland
  • UNSW
  • Trinity College Dublin
๐Ÿ“œ Discipline & Code of Conduct

TIET enforces:

  • Anti-ragging policy
  • Biometric attendance
  • Academic integrity rules
  • Professional conduct standards

Violations may result in:

  • Scholarship cancellation
  • Suspension
  • Rustication
  • Admission termination

๐Ÿ† Why TIET Engineering Admissions Are Highly Competitive

Key Reasons:
  • โœ” High placement outcomes
  • โœ” Global accreditations
  • โœ” Industry-aligned curriculum
  • โœ” Strong alumni network
  • โœ” International exposure programs
  • โœ” Modern campus infrastructure
  • โœ” Research-driven education model

๐ŸŒ International Engineering Program (IEP) โ€” Global 2+2 Pathway

The International Engineering Program (IEP) at Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET) is a globally aligned 2+2 credit-transfer pathway designed for students seeking international engineering degrees.

1๏ธโƒฃ First 2 Years

Study at TIET, Patiala (India)

2๏ธโƒฃ Final 2 Years

Transfer to a partner university abroad

๐ŸŽ“ Final Degree

Awarded by the partner international university

This program integrates Indiaโ€™s strong engineering foundation with international academic exposure, research orientation, and global employability advantages.

๐ŸŽฏ Key Objectives of IEP

  • โœ” Provide students with international degree credentials
  • โœ” Enable exposure to global academic standards and research environments
  • โœ” Enhance career mobility and postgraduate opportunities abroad
  • โœ” Develop cross-cultural competence and professional adaptability
  • โœ” Offer structured credit transfer under approved articulation agreements

๐ŸŒ Partner Universities Under TIET IEP

TIET has academic articulation partnerships with globally reputed universities, enabling students to transfer after two years at TIET to complete their international engineering degrees.

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ University of Queensland (UQ), Australia

Students transfer after 2 years at TIET to complete the remaining program. Final degree: Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) from UQ.

Programs include:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication
  • Computer Engineering (Software pathways)
๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡บ University of New South Wales (UNSW), Australia

Students transfer into 3rd year of UNSWโ€™s Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) program after first 2 years at TIET. Accepts up to 2 years of academic credit.

Supported disciplines:

  • Civil Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Mechatronics Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Computer Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication โ†’ Electrical Engineering
๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ University of Toledo (UToledo), USA

Aligned with applied engineering and biomedical programs. Students transfer after 2 years at TIET.

Eligible programs:

  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering

Students receive a Bachelorโ€™s degree from UToledo, with opportunities for research and industrial exposure in the USA.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ช Trinity College Dublin (TCD), Ireland

Students complete first 2 years at TIET, then transfer for final 2 years at Trinity. Degree awarded: B.A.I. (Engineering).

Supported streams:

  • Computer Engineering
  • Electronic Engineering
  • Electronic & Computer Engineering
  • Mechanical & Manufacturing Engineering
  • Civil, Structural & Environmental Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering

Degrees are internationally recognised and aligned with global engineering accreditation standards.

๐Ÿ“š Academic Structure of the IEP Program

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ Years 1 & 2 โ€” Study at TIET (India)

Students complete:

  • Engineering foundation subjects
  • Mathematics and applied sciences
  • Core discipline modules
  • Laboratory and project-based learning
  • Professional skills training and academic development

Curriculum is aligned with international transfer requirements.

๐ŸŒ Years 3 & 4 โ€” Study at Partner University Abroad

After meeting academic eligibility criteria:

  • Transfer to the partner university
  • Study advanced engineering specialization modules
  • Participate in research projects and capstone design work
  • Access international laboratories and industry collaborations

Final degree awarded by the foreign university.

๐ŸŽ“ Eligibility to Join IEP Track at TIET

๐ŸŸข Entry Eligibility for IEP
  • Candidate must qualify for regular TIET B.E./B.Tech admission
  • Must satisfy all standard TIET eligibility criteria
  • Admission is based on merit (JEE Main / academic performance)
  • Students opt for IEP at the time of admission counselling
๐Ÿ”ด Eligibility for Transfer After 2 Years
  • Completion of four academic semesters at TIET
  • Minimum CGPA requirement as specified by the partner university
  • No academic backlogs at the end of Year 2
  • Fulfilment of English language proficiency requirements (if applicable)
  • Compliance with visa and international admission regulations
  • Students failing to meet progression criteria continue in regular TIET program
๐ŸŒ English Language & International Admission Requirements
  • English proficiency certification (IELTS / TOEFL or equivalent)
  • Academic transcripts and recommendation documents
  • Statement of purpose or progression application
  • Compliance with country-specific student visa requirements
  • Exact requirements depend on partner university policies at time of transfer
๐Ÿ’ฐ Fee Structure โ€“ Important Financial Information
  • Years 1โ€“2 at TIET: 1.5ร— standard tuition fee; Hostel & campus charges per TIET norms
  • Years 3โ€“4 Abroad: Tuition fees as per partner university
  • Students manage Tuition, Accommodation, Health insurance, Visa, Living expenses, Travel
  • Some partner universities offer merit-based scholarships (if available)
๐ŸŽ“ Degree Award & Recognition
  • Final engineering degree awarded by partner international university
  • Degree globally recognised for Employment, Higher education, Professional licensing
  • TIET does not issue final degree certificate for IEP graduates
๐Ÿ’ผ Career & Post-Study Opportunities
  • International academic credentials
  • Exposure to global job markets
  • Access to multinational recruiters
  • Opportunities for postgraduate study abroad
  • Eligibility for post-study work visas (host country rules)
  • Strong placement prospects in India retained
โš ๏ธ Important Rules & Conditions
  • Transfer abroad conditional on academic performance
  • Seats at partner universities limited
  • Visa approval mandatory & independent of TIET
  • Fees & immigration rules may change annually
  • Academic discipline & conduct standards apply throughout program
๐ŸŒŸ Why Choose TIETโ€™s IEP Program?
  • Dual academic exposure (India + Abroad)
  • International engineering degree
  • Research-driven global curriculum
  • Better global career mobility
  • Cultural & professional development
  • Strong international university partnerships

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