Can I get ECE in Thapar University with 87 percent in class 12?
With 87% in Class 12, getting ECE at Thapar University is unlikely through board-marks alone.
ECE admissions are mainly based on JEE Main rank, while Class 12 marks are only for eligibility.
In board-merit rounds, ECE cutoffs usually go 93–95%+ PCM.
So, 87% isn't enough by itself — a strong JEE Main s
With 87% in Class 12, getting ECE at Thapar is tough. ECE is a high-demand branch, and cutoffs usually go 90%+ (often much higher), especially without a strong JEE Main score.
You might have a slim chance:
in later counselling rounds
or with Punjab quota
or if you also have a decent JEE Main percentile
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Tuition only (without hostel, mess, etc.):
• Around ₹9.7 L to ₹20.8 L total for the full 4-year B.Tech, depending on your branch.
Full estimated cost with everything included (hostel, mess, development, other charges):
• Most sources show the total 4-year B.Tech cost ranging roughly from ₹2.8 M to ₹3.1
hapar University offers a wide range of programs. The main ones are:
Undergraduate: B.Tech (multiple engineering branches), B.Sc, BBA
Postgraduate: M.Tech, MBA, MSc, MA
Doctoral: PhD across engineering, sciences, management, and humanities
It's best known for its engineering and management courses.
1. Check Eligibility
For B.Tech/BE:
• You need Class 12 (10+2) with Physics, Mathematics and one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotech/Technical Vocational. General candidates usually need 60% or more (55% for SC/ST) in these subjects.
2. Take the Entrance Exam
• JEE Main is the primary route. Most seats (especi
For B.Tech at Thapar University, you need to have passed Class 12 with Physics and Maths (plus one of Chemistry/Biology/CS) and meet the minimum percentage cutoff set by Thapar. Admission is mainly through JEE Main scores, with some weight to Class 12 marks.
Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET) is a private (deemed-to-be) university, not a government institute.
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