Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology (TIET), formerly known as Thapar University, is a prestigious private deemed-to-be-university located in Patiala, Punjab, India. Established in 1956 by the industrialist Karam Chand Thapar, it is one of India’s oldest and finest technical education institutions, operating on a sprawling 250-acre campus.

TIET offers a wide range of undergraduate (B.E./B.Tech, B.A., B.Sc.), postgraduate (M.E./M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc.), and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs across various engineering, science, and management disciplines.

TIET is consistently ranked among the top institutions in India. In the NIRF 2025 rankings, it was ranked #29 in the Engineering category.

B.Tech programs include Computer Science and Engineering (CSE), Electrical and Computer Engineering, Civil Engineering, Biotechnology, and Biomedical Engineering.

Rs 18.24 lakhs to Rs 30.11 lakhs for 4-year Btech (depending on specialization)

• There are separate, fully furnished hostels for boys and girls (currently 10 for boys and 6 for girls).
• The entire campus is Wi-Fi enabled with a dedicated high-speed leased line, allowing 24/7 internet access.
• The institute features more than 100 department-based laboratories with modern equipment for practical sessions, research, and experiments.
• A fully functional health center with doctors and nursing assistants is available on campus for medical issues and first aid.
• Services include State Bank of India (SBI) and ICICI Bank branches with their respective ATMs, and a Post Office.

To get into Thapar University’s B.Tech programs, you need to apply online, meet the eligibility criteria of 60% (or 55% for SC/ST) in 10+2 with Physics and Math, and have a valid JEE Main score. Some branches may also involve an interview for candidates who meet the minimum cut-off.