Thapar University - Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala is a private Deemed to be University established in the year 1956. It also known as TIET Patiala. The varsity is recognised by the University Grants Commission (UGC). NAAC has accredited the university with an 'A'+' grade. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology is ranked 23rd as per the NIRF 2021 ranking for the engineering category and 45th in the overall category. Further, the varsity has been ranked 26th in the NIRF Ranking 2021 in the university category, 42nd in management category and 38th in research category.

TIET Patiala offers several undergraduate, postgraduate and integrated courses. A total of 56 programmes are offered by the university. JEE Main and GATE scores are accepted respectively for admission to B.E and M.Tech. courses by the university. The varsity has collaborations with numerous national and international institutes. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology provides a large number of scholarships to its students. Their are a wide variety for student clubs and societies at the campus. TIET Patiala facilities and infrastructure ensures students spend a comfortable time a the campus. 

What is the full form of TIET Patiala?

TIET Patiala full form Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Patiala. It offers UG, PG and integrated courses.

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Location

The university is situated in Bhadson Road, Adarsh Nagar, Prem Nagar, Patiala, Punjab. The campus, located in the heart of Patiala, is well-connected to other states across India by air, road, and railway. The nearest railway station from Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology is the Patiala Railway Station, nearly 5 km away from the university. The closest airport is Chandigarh International Airport, 62.5 km away from the varsity. Major air service providers offer flights from the airport. For students travelling by bus, the nearest bus depot is Patiala Bus Stand. Students can take luxury bus services and taxi services anytime. 

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Latest News and Updates

•  The university conducted UG Orientation Programme FROSH - Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala conducted a week-long virtual orientation comprising guest lectures, addresses, workshops, and recreational activities. 

• TIET Patiala stressed on mental health during Coronavirus pandemic - TIET, Patiala shared a handbook and various links with students addressing the mental and psychological needs during Covid-19.

• TIET Patiala organised Research Methodology Workshop- V5 - Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology's School of the Humanities and Social Sciences organised a three-day workshop on data analytics for advanced research using multivariate analysis.

TIET Patiala Awards, Recognitions Accreditations and Collaborations

Accreditations 

• The National Assessment and Accreditation Council (NAAC) has accredited the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology with an 'A+' grade.

Ranking

• 23rd in the NIRF Ranking 2021 in engineering category. 
• 45th rank in overall category of NIRF Ranking 2021.
• The varsity has been ranked 26th in the NIRF ranking 2021 in the university category.
• 42nd rank in NIRF Management Ranking 2021. 
• 38th rank in NIRF Research Ranking 2021.

Collaborations

• The University of Waterloo, Canada

• Indian Institute of Petroleum (IIP), Dehradun 

• Trinity College, University of Dublin

• Tel Aviv University – Life Sciences and Management

• Wipro Technologies, Bangalore

• ISA Group Lille, FRANCE

• Secure Net Technologies

• Crompton Greaves Ltd. Mumbai.

• Apple

• Oracle

• IBM

• NVIDIA

• Microsoft Advantage Program

• EC-Council, USA

• Infosys 

• EFREI France

• Intel

• Cisco 

• Techno Waxchem, Kolkata

• Association for Computing Machinery (ACM) India 

• S T Micro Electronics

• University of Missouri-Kansas City (UMKC)

• Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) 

• Quark Benevolent Private Limited

• Mohali Ministry of Information Technology, New Delhi 

• Central Scientific Instruments Organisation (CSIO), Chandigarh 

• KRBL (formerly known as Khushi Ram Behari Lal) Limited, Sangrur 

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Notable Alumni 

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Clubs, Committees and Councils

The university is well-known for its scholastic excellence, but the varsity also offers various extra-curricular activities to encourage students' individualistic, artistic, creative, and cultural instincts. There are many student-led societies and clubs in Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology, Patiala that allow students to partake in activities, functions, and workshops from their preferred domains. They provide learners with some much-needed breather from their busy academic lives. Students network with industry leaders, work with companies, collaborate with people globally, showcase their distinct talents, and acquire hands-on experience. Following are some of the bodies at TIET, Patiala:

• Chemist’s Association for Research and Education (CARE): CARE promotes chemical research through its activities.

• Creative Computing Society (CCS): CCS regularly organises coding competitions and technical workshops in partnership with tech giants.

• ENACTUS: Utilising entrepreneurial activities, the society of students, business leaders, and faculty does social work. 

• Fine Arts and Photography Society (FAPS): FAPS conducts sketching, photography, calligraphy, painting, Photoshop, and other art-related workshops.

• FROSH Week Society: The body welcomes freshers in TIET, Patiala and encourages the new students to indulge in academic and non-academic work. 

• GENE: GENE Society organises seminars, workshops, panel discussions, guest lectures and other technical events.

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Facilities and Infrastructure

The 250 acres campus of the varsity has multiple facilities for the students. TIET Patiala facilities are a well-stocked library, individual boys and girls hostels, modern auditorium, spacious cafeteria etc. The students of the university can also avail sports facilities available at the campus. Both indoor and outdoor sports facilities are available for students. The medical centre at the campus provides basic first aid to students, staff and faculty members. Along with these facilities, TIET Patiala facilities list also includes department-based laboratories, transportation services, wifi, IT infrastructure and a convenience store.

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Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Courses

The university provides UG, Integrated and PG courses. TIET Patiala course lists consists of 56 courses in total. B.E Computer Engineering, B.Tech Biomedical Engineering, M.E CAD CAM, M.C.A. etc. are a few of the Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology courses students can apply for. The mode of study of all the courses is full-time. The total fees and eligibility criteria is different for each programme an d vary as per the level of degree. 

TIET Patiala Courses and Eligibility Criteria

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TIET Patiala Admission

The varsity offers admission to UG, PG and integrated courses. Only candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology admission. The university accepts JEE Main and NEET scores for admission to B.E and B.Tech courses respectively. At the postgraduate level, TIET Patiala admission to M.E and M.Tech courses is done based on GATE scores. The university also provides lateral entry admission to B.E and M.C.A. courses. The application form of the university is available on the official website.

TIET Patiala Admission Procedure B.Tech and B.E Courses

• For B.Tech admission appear for NEET and for B.E admission appear for JEE Main.
• Fill the application form of the university.
• Candidates need to participate in the university counselling.
• Candidates are selected for admission.
• Submit documents and pay course fees. 

Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Admission Steps M.Tech. and ME Courses

• Apply for GATE exam and qualify.
• Fill the application form.
• Candidates are shortlisted for admission. 
• Final step is documents and fees submission.

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Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Scholarship

The university provides various means-based, merit-based, alumnus-ward, and government-approved scholarships to deserving candidates. Students pursuing postgraduate and undergraduate programmes can apply for Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology scholarships. Girl students and differently-abled learners who want to pursue a degree or diploma course and fulfil the TIET Patiala scholarship eligibility conditions also receive economic assistance from the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE. The state government of Punjab also offers several post-matric scholarships to applicants from reserved categories. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology provides financial help to minority communities' students, J&K residents, and several other sections. Candidates eligible for the scholarships are required to fill basic forms and provide necessary documentation before the stipulated deadlines. 

TIET Patiala Placement 

The university has a Center for Industrial Liaison and Placement (CILP) for the placements of students. Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology placement drive is conducted by the CLIP. Along with providing placement opportunities, the Centre for Industrial Liaison and Placement also provides internship opportunities to the students. It boosts students' confidence and prepares them for the TIET Patiala placement drive by conducting seminars, workshops, guest lectures by industry experts etc. As per the placement report for the year 2021-22 available on the official website, 889 students were placed and 55 students received more than one offer.

Year-Wise Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology Placement Data

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