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Department of Mathematics and Computing, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

Dhanbad, Jharkhand · Central govt

Also known as IIT ISM Mathematics and Computing, Department of Mathematics IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

About Department of Mathematics and Computing, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad

IIT (ISM) Dhanbad’s Department of Mathematics and Computing offers a B.Tech and an integrated M.Tech in Mathematics and Computing, an M.Sc, an M.Tech in Data Analytics and PhD.

The mathematics department at IIT (ISM) Dhanbad has grown with the institute itself, which traces its roots to the Indian School of Mines founded in 1926. Today it runs a B.Tech and an integrated M.Tech in Mathematics and Computing for JEE entrants, an M.Sc in Mathematics and Computing for science graduates, and an M.Tech in Data Analytics. PhD scholars work in mathematics and statistics. The programmes combine pure and applied mathematics with computing subjects such as algorithms, data analysis and programming. The department is on the main campus in Dhanbad, and B.Tech admissions go through the institute’s JEE-based admission route.

Courses and fees

CourseModeDurationSeatsFee per yearTotal fee
Bachelor of Technology
Accepts: JEE Advanced
Full-time 4 yrs — — —
Master of Science Full-time — — — —
Master of Technology Full-time — — — —
Doctor of Philosophy Full-time — — — —

Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.

Admission

Admission through: Entrance test

B.Tech and integrated M.Tech seats are filled through the JEE (Advanced) route listed on the institute's admission pages. M.Sc, M.Tech and PhD admissions are notified separately on the IIT (ISM) admission portals with their own eligibility rules.

Typical eligibility

  • Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
  • Master of Science: Studying in: UG; bachelor's degree in the relevant subject; two-year M.Sc after a three-year bachelor's or one-year M.Sc after a four-year bachelor's; universities set their own marks
  • Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
  • Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG

The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.

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Frequently asked questions

Which B.Tech does the department run?

A B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing, and an integrated M.Tech in the same subject.

Is there a postgraduate course for science graduates?

Yes, an M.Sc in Mathematics and Computing.

Which M.Tech is offered?

An M.Tech in Data Analytics.

Sources

Information verified on 25 Oct 2026

  1. Mathematics & Computing - IIT (ISM) Dhanbad · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  2. Departments - IIT (ISM) Dhanbad · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  3. Contact - MA Admission, IIT (ISM) Dhanbad · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026
  4. IIT (ISM) Dhanbad home · Official site, accessed 25 Oct 2026