Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra
⚲ Ranchi, Jharkhand · Private · Estd 1955
★ 4.4 · Updated on 11 Jul 2026
NIRF Rank
#48
Avg Package
₹7.5 LPA
Total Fees
₹7.0 L
Rating
★ 4.4
About BIT Mesra
Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra was established in 1955 near Ranchi in what is now Jharkhand, making it one of India's oldest private engineering institutions — predating even most IITs' founding. Granted deemed-university status decades ago, BIT Mesra has grown to include Computer Science, Electronics, Mechanical, Civil, Biotechnology, and Pharmacy programmes, alongside postgraduate and doctoral research.
BIT Mesra also operates satellite/extension campuses in cities including Patna, Jaipur, and Noida, extending its reach well beyond its original Ranchi base, though the main Mesra campus remains its flagship.
Campus & Location
The main BIT Mesra campus spans a large, self-contained site near Ranchi, Jharkhand, with academic blocks, extensive hostel infrastructure, a hospital, and sports facilities built up over nearly seven decades. Its scale and self-sufficiency reflect its long institutional history relative to newer private universities.
Why Choose BIT Mesra
- •Nearly 70 years of institutional history and a large, established alumni network
- •Wide programme spread across engineering, pharmacy, and management
- •Multiple campus locations (Ranchi, Patna, Jaipur, Noida) for flexibility
- •Deemed-university curriculum flexibility with long-standing industry ties
Key Highlights
- ✓ One of India's oldest private deemed universities, founded 1955
- ✓ Large, self-contained campus near Ranchi, Jharkhand with satellite campuses elsewhere
- ✓ Long-standing regional reputation across eastern India
- ✓ Admission via BITSAT-equivalent BIT Mesra entrance test or JEE Main score
Frequently Asked Questions
Is BIT Mesra different from BITS Pilani?
Yes — Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra (BIT Mesra) is a separate institution from Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani (BITS Pilani), despite the similar founding-family name. They have different admission processes, campuses, and administrations.
What is the admission process at BIT Mesra?
BIT Mesra admits B.Tech students through its own entrance examination or via JEE Main score for a portion of seats — check the current year's exact seat split on the official admissions page.