Indian Institute of Technology (Indian School of Mines) Dhanbad FAQs 2026 Admissions 2026, Courses, Fees & Cutoffs

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Yes, hostel accommodation is mandatory for all students. The institute has 11 hostels named after precious stones (Diamond, Sapphire, etc.). Annual hostel fee is approximately INR 30,000 for standard double-sharing rooms. Hostels provide all basic amenities including Wi-Fi, water coolers, mess facilities, and recreational areas.

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IIT (ISM) Dhanbad is the third oldest IIT in India with a 100-year legacy in mining and mineral engineering. It offers world-class programs in Mining Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, and Applied Earth Sciences. The institute holds a #21 global ranking in Mining and Mineral Engineering by QS WUR 2026. Its location in Dhanbad, surrounded by major mining companies like Coal India, ONGC, and Vedanta, provides unparalleled industry exposure and internship opportunities.

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M.Tech total fees are INR 1.28 lakhs to INR 1.40 lakhs for 2 years across all specializations. This includes tuition fees and other charges. SC/ST/PwD students get full tuition fee waiver. The program includes GATE scholars with monthly stipend support.

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Total B.Tech fees range from INR 12.01 lakhs to INR 14.94 lakhs for 4 years for General/OBC-NCL/EWS category students. This includes tuition fees (INR 8 lakhs), hostel fees (INR 3-4 lakhs), and other charges. SC/ST/PwD students get full tuition fee waiver. Students with family income below INR 1 lakh get 100% tuition waiver; between INR 1-5 lakhs get 66.66% remission.

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