Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology (TIET), located in Patiala, Punjab, was established in 1956 by Karam Chand Thapar, a noted industrialist. It is a deemed-to-be university and one of India’s oldest and most prestigious private engineering institutions. The institute is known for its academic rigor, high placement records, and global collaborations.

https://thapar.edu/ 

  Campus and Infrastructure

TIET's campus spans around 250 acres, offering a lush green academic setting with:

Nine academic blocks

Modern lecture halls, labs, and computer centers

The expansive Nava Nalanda Library

On-campus hostels, cafeterias, sports facilities, and student clubs

A Technology Innovation Park for entrepreneurship and startup incubation

The campus underwent significant development in 2018 to expand academic and residential facilities.

 Academic Programs

TIET offers a full spectrum of academic degrees:

Undergraduate (B.Tech, BSc, BBA, etc.)

Postgraduate (M.Tech, MBA, MSc, etc.)

Ph.D. programs

These programs are offered across faculties such as:

Engineering and Technology

Computer Applications

Management and Business Administration

Sciences

Arts and Humanities

 Accreditation and Rankings

TIET enjoys recognition from top national and international agencies:

NAAC Accreditation: Awarded an A+ grade

NIRF Rankings 2024:

29th among engineering institutions

29th among universities

43rd overall in India

Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2025:

Global band: 601–800

Asia band: 201–250

  Research and Collaborations

TIET is focused on research and international cooperation, with key Centers of Excellence such as:

Food Security Centre of Excellence – in partnership with Tel Aviv University, Israel

TIET-VT Centre of Excellence for Emerging Materials (CEEMS) – with Virginia Tech, USA

Advanced Manufacturing Centre – also with Tel Aviv University

These collaborations foster innovation, research, and student exchange programs.

  Student Life and Activities

The institute encourages a balanced campus life with:

Multiple cultural festivals, technical events, and student-led clubs

Sports competitions, coding contests, and hackathons

Platforms for leadership, creativity, and volunteerism

Students are active in national and international competitions and outreach initiatives.

  Notable Alumni

TIET alumni have gone on to lead in corporate, academic, and government sectors. Some notable names include:

Anoop Kumar Mittal – Former CMD of NBCC Limited

Aditi Avasthi – CEO and Founder of Embibe

Vimal Kapur – CEO of Honeywell International Inc.

 Thapar Institute of Engineering and Technology is a premier institution that blends strong academic foundations with modern innovation and global exposure. It consistently ranks among India’s top engineering universities and remains a preferred destination for students aspiring to become industry leaders and researchers.