Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra

Ranchi, Jharkhand, India · Est. 1955
#48NIRF 2024#20NIRF 2024

One of India's oldest engineering institutes, founded in 1955, recognized as a deemed university since 1986.

  • Established in 1955 by industrialist B.M. Birla
  • Recognized as a deemed-to-be University by UGC in 1986
  • NAAC accredited institution
  • Offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, management, pharmacy, architecture, and sciences
  • Multiple campuses: Mesra (main), Jaipur, Patna, Deoghar, Lalpur, and Noida
  • Strong research focus with sponsored projects across multiple departments

Academics

BIT Mesra offers comprehensive academic programs across undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels. The institute features 19 academic departments including Architecture and Planning, Computer Science and Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Space Engineering and Rocketry, and Remote Sensing and Geoinformatics. Programs are available in traditional engineering disciplines as well as emerging technological domains, with a strong foundation in fundamental sciences and modern applications.

Campus & Infrastructure

The main campus is located in Ranchi, Jharkhand, in a region known for natural beauty with forests, mountains, and waterfalls. The institute provides state-of-the-art facilities including advanced laboratories with high-end servers, a central library with print and digital resources, sports facilities, health services, transport services, and a canteen. Additional facilities include a Central Instrumentation Facility, post office, railway counter, and anti-ragging cell.

Admissions

BIT Mesra conducts admissions for various programs through online application procedures. Candidates must fulfill eligibility criteria and can apply for multiple programs. The institute offers NRI/OCI/SFFS quota seats at the main Mesra campus. Selection procedures vary by program and are published on the admission website. Admission office operates Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM IST. Application fees are paid online via credit/debit card or netbanking.

Research & Innovation

The institute maintains a strong research portfolio with ongoing sponsored projects funded by agencies including ANRF, DRDO, ISRO, DHR, and ICMR. Research areas span high-power wireless chargers for electric vehicles, biosensors, hybrid rocket applications, space engineering, machine learning for disease detection, and green hydrogen production. The institute supports entrepreneurship through its Entrepreneurship Cell and maintains industry collaborations for applied research.

Founded
1955
Courses
29
Total intake
Not yet verified
AffiliationDeemed-to-be University recognized by UGC under section 3 of the UGC Act 1956
Websitehttps://www.bitmesra.ac.in
HostelNot available
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Rankings at a glance

NIRF 2024
#48
Engineering national ranking
NIRF 2024
#20
Architecture

Quick stats

Courses offered
29
Avg placements
₹12L
Total intake
Not yet verified
Hostel
No
Data last verified June 2026 · compiled from official sources