B.Tech. in Biotechnology (BT)

• Must have passed 10+2 or equivalent from a recognized board with Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics or Biology, and English as compulsory subjects.
• Minimum 60% aggregate (50% for SC/ST/PwD) in average of four subjects – English, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics/Biology.
• Must have a valid score in JEE Main or NEET(UG) / ICAR AIEEA(UG) .

Fee Structure Breakdown

• Total tuition fee for 4-year B.Tech course: Rs. 16.77 Lakhs .
• Year 1 tuition fee: Rs. 4.38 Lakhs .
• Hostel seat rent: Rs. 21,000 per semester .
• Mess charges: Approximately Rs. 3,500 to Rs. 4,000 per month .
• Median Placement Package (2025): Rs. 9.53 LPA .

Seat Matrix

• Total B.Tech seats at the Mesra campus: 19 .
• Admissions are primarily based on JEE Main scores, with a few seats filled through NEET(UG)/ICAR AIEEA(UG) .

Admission Process

• Step 1: Entrance Exam: Candidates must have a valid JEE Main score. A few seats may also consider NEET(UG)/ICAR AIEEA(UG) .
• Step 2: Counselling: Admissions are conducted through JoSAA/CSAB counselling for the Mesra campus .
• Step 3: Final Merit List: The final selection is based on the entrance exam rank and the candidate's performance in the counselling process.

Post-Selection Reporting

• Upon selection, candidates must report to the campus for document verification and fee payment.
• Required Documents: Class 10 & 12 mark sheets and certificates, Entrance exam scorecard, Transfer Certificate, Migration Certificate (if applicable), Caste certificate (if applicable), Domicile certificate (if applicable), Passport-size photographs, Medical fitness certificate, Anti-ragging undertaking.
• Campus Location: Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi, Jharkhand - 835215.