Thapar University, Patiala - Courses Offered List 2025

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology UG Courses & Fees

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology offers 32 specialisations in 5 disciplines, namely BTech, BBA, BA, BSc, and BCom. The Thapar University fees for its undergraduate programmes span from INR 4.70L to INR 25 lakhs.

• 17 specialisations are available in BTech.
• For Data Science & AI, CSE, Computer Engineering, and Electronics and Computer Engineering, Thapar University fees for BTech are INR 25L.
• BE-Robotics and Artificial Intelligence will be offered jointly by the departments of CSE and Mechanical engineering

The available UG courses and their details are given below in a tabular format:

Thapar University IEP Fees and Courses

Thapar University IEP fees for 2025 mirror standard BTech rates, starting at INR 358,500 per semester plus an INR 30,000 admission fee for the 2+2 credit transfer programme. Students complete two years at TIET before transferring to partners like the University of Queensland (Australia) or the University of Toledo (USA). Eligibility: 60% in 10+2 with PCM/PCB (for Bioengineering); JEE Main/NEET percentile-based counselling.

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology PG Courses & Fees

Thapar University, also known as the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, offers 5 regular postgraduate programmes, namely, MTech, MCA, MSc, and MA. Similar to the undergraduate programmes, in the PG courses as well, a total of 32 specialisations is available, with the most allocated to the ME/MTech programme. 

• The MA programme is only available in the Psychology discipline.
• The MA at Thapar University is available in both 1- and 2-year programmes.
• The MA at Thapar University is offered under the Thapar School of Liberal Arts and Sciences (TSLAS).

The available PG courses and their details are given below in a tabular format:

Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology PhD Courses & Fees

Alongside UG and PG, TIET also offers PhD programmes in multiple speculations. The Thapar University fees for the PhD programme ranges from INR 54K to INR 90K for the regular programme, while for the part-time PhD, the fees are INR 3L.

Thapar University Hostel Fees

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology provides 16 hostels on campus, accommodating 6300 students. Numerous facilities are available, from the State Bank of Patiala, post office, and grocery shop to ATMs, medical, laundry, saloon, etc. For mess, the FretBox App, which manages the Thapar University hostels, charges around INR 22.5K per semester.

• Both boys' and girls' hostels are available in the UG programmes.
• For the PG programmes, only the 1st-year girls’ hostel is available on the campus.
• Hostel allocation is strictly merit-based.
• Hostel fees range from INR 32.6K to INR 55K per semester.

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET), part of Thapar University, offers a wide range of courses at UG, PG, and doctoral levels across various disciplines such as engineering, management, sciences, and liberal arts. At the UG level, TIET offers popular courses like B.E. / B.Tech, B.A., B.Sc., and BBA. While at the PG level, courses like M.E. / M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc., and MCA are offered. The institute also offers integrated programs like B.E. - MBA and PhD programs in various fields. The annual TIET fees range from Rs 4.7 lakhs to Rs 19.6 lakhs depending on the type and level of courses.

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What courses are offered at Thapar University in 2025?

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology offers UG courses like B.Tech, BBA, BA, BSc, and BCom; PG courses at TIET Patiala include M.Tech, MCA, MSc, MA, and MBA, while PhD programmes in fields like Biotechnology, Civil Engineering, etc. are available. Popular programmes include B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering and Data Science & AI.

What is the fee structure for Thapar University courses in 2025?

Thapar University fees range from INR 22.68L–25L for B.Tech, INR 4.7L for BBA/BA/BSc/BCom, INR 3.58L–3.98L for M.Tech, INR 4.63L for MCA, INR 2L–2.02L for MA/MSc, and INR 54K–3L for PhD. Hostel fees are INR 32.6K–55K per semester, with mess fees standing at INR 22.4K per semester for all courses offered in TIET Patiala. Additionally, there are admission and application charges.

What are the eligibility criteria for admission to Thapar University in 2025?

Eligibility includes 60% in 10+2 PCM for B.Tech, 70% in 10+2 for BBA/BA/BSc/BCom, 60% in graduation for M.Tech/MCA/MSc/MA, and 60% or 6.00 CGPA in master’s for PhD. Along with the eligibility criteria, the JEE Main or NEET scorecard is required for admission to BTech programmes, depending on the specialisations. For other courses, entrance exams like CAT/MAT, GATE, etc. are preferred but not mandatory. 

How is the faculty at Thapar University?

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET), Patiala, boasts 527 permanent academic staff, 465 of whom hold PhDs, drawn from prestigious institutions such as IITs and overseas. With experience spanning up to 48 years, they lead in research, publishing over 1,400 Scopus-indexed papers in 2023 and securing £2.7 million in grants for 43 projects in 2023-24. Several are ranked among Stanford’s top 2% scientists globally, specialising in AI, electric vehicles, and quantum materials. Staff prioritise student-centred teaching through collaborations with Trinity College Dublin, maintaining a 21:1 ratio for interactive sessions.

Is Thapar University expensive compared to other private colleges?

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET) charges between INR 4.7 lakh and INR 25 lakh for UG programmes, while PG courses range from INR 2 lakh to INR 4.63 lakh. Hostel fees, separate from tuition, vary from INR 32,600 to INR 55,000 per semester, depending on room type, as per the official fee circular. Compared to peers like VIT, these fees align with industry standards, especially given Thapar's 79.5% placement rate on average in recent years and median salary of INR 11.38 LPA for UG graduates, offering strong ROI.