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CIEPT Chennai: Admission 2025, Cutoff, Courses, Fees, Placements

Chennai, India


Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology - [CIPET] ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Overview

The Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology (CIPET) was established in 1968 in Chennai, Tamil Nadu, operates under  the Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India. CIPET is approved by AICTE and accredited by NBA. CIPET offers specialized programs relating to Plastics Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Polymer Science, and Management from diploma to undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels.


Admission criteria are generally based on merit or entrance test depending on the postgraduate course, as overall cutoff for JEE Main is 4495. It also offers Scholarships available for CIPET includes Plast India Foundation Scholarship, SC/ST Welfare Schemes, and the National Scholarship Portal to assist students who are both deserving in merits and of weaker financial standing.


CIPET has a 100% placement record, with top recruiters like Reliance Industries, Haldia Petrochemicals, and BASF. The average placement package ranges from ₹3 to ₹5 lakhs per annum, while the highest placement till date is ₹12 LPA, establishing the institute's sustained strong connections with the industry and its concerted intent for career development for students. 


Central Institute of plastics engineering & Technology: Quick Highlights


Particulars

Specifications

Top Recruiters

Reliance Industries,L&T,Tata Chemicals,Indian Oil Corporation

Fees Range

₹50,000-₹1,50,000(depending on the course)

University Type

Government Institute

Ranking

National Rank: 100+(varies by course)

Accreditation

AICTE,UGC,NBA

Entrance Exam

CIPET Entrance Exam,JEE

Year of Establishment

1968

Popular Courses

B.Tech(Plastic Engineering),M.Tech(Plastic Engineering),Diploma in Plastic Engineering

Application Mode

Online,Offline

Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology - [CIPET] ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Programs

CIPET University offers specialized courses in plastics and polymer engineering,including B.Tech, M.Tech, Diploma, and M.sc Programs.Here is the table with details for the same: 


Courses

Fees(1st Year)

Duration

Eligibility Criteria

B.Tech in Plastic Engineering

₹1,20,000

4 Years

10+2 with PCM and JEE or CIPET Exam

M.Tech in Plastic Engineering

₹1,50,000

2 Years

B.Tech in Plastics Engineering or related field and GATE Score

Diploma in Plastic Technology

₹70,000

3 Years

10+2 with PCM

M.Sc in Polymer Science

₹1,00,000

2 Years

B.Sc in Chemistry 

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

10 courses • 3 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Master of Technology [M.Tech]

10 courses • 2 years
--Average tuition fees
--Median salary
--Exams accepted
-Application date

Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology - [CIPET] ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Admissions

Candidates should fit the eligibility criteria for each course or program for admission into CIPET University. Candidates seeking bachelor or diploma programs must have completed a 10+2 with the required subjects. For admission to postgraduate programs, a valid GATE score or similar qualification is a must for some courses.


Courses

No.of Courses

Duration

Eligibility Criteria

Entrance Exam

B.Tech 

1

4 Years

10+2 with PCM and JEE or CIPET Exam

JEE or CIPET Exam

M.Tech in Plastic Engineering

1

2 Years

B.Tech in Plastics Engineering or related field,Valid GATE Score

GATE or CIPET Exam

Diploma in Plastic Technology

1

3 Years

10+2 with PCM

CIPET Entrance Exam

M.Sc in Polymer Science

1

2 Years

B.Sc in Chemistry or related field

CIPET Entrance Exam


Central Institute of plastics engineering & Technology : Important Dates

CIPET conducts annual admission processes for various diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate courses in petrochemical engineering and technology. Important dates cover application periods, entrance exam schedules, and counseling periods. It's advisable that the applicants keep a close watch on the official website of CIPET for smooth and timely online form submission and take part in the entire admission process.


Event

Date

Application Start Date

March 26,2024

Application End Date

June 2,2024

Admit Card Release

June 6-June 9,2024

Entrance Exam Date

June 9 ,2024

Results Announcement

June 14 ,2024.

Counseling/Admission Date

August 2024

Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech]

10

Courses

3 yrs

Duration

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Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

10

Courses

2 yrs

Duration

--

Total Seats

--

Tuition Fees

--

Exams

--

Eligibility

FAQs related to Admissions

CIPET conducts entrance examinations for various diploma, undergraduate, and postgraduate programs in polymer science, plastic engineering, and allied fields.

Visit CIPET’s official website https://www.cipet.gov.in for accurate and authentic updates on admissions.

Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology - [CIPET] ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Placements

CIPET placement stats with over 90% of them getting jobs in reputed companies, which offer maximum packages of ₹12 LPA and average packages of ₹7 LPA .Many students also manage to grab internships to gain technical experience in the industry.

Placement Rate

90%

Highest Package

₹12 lakh per annum.

Average Package

₹7 lakh per annum.

Internship Rate

High

Central Institute of Petrochemicals Engineering & Technology - [CIPET] ,Chennai ,Tamil Nadu

Infrastructure

CIPET offers Hostel facilities with single room, Double Sharing rooms and Cubicles with Basic amenities such as bed, study area ,attached bathroom and Wi-fi Facilities. Here is the table with details for the same: 


Details

Fees

Single Rooms

₹40000/Year

Two Sharing

₹30000/Year

Cubicles

₹35000/Year

Mess fees

₹25000/Year

FAQs related to Infrastructure programs

Yes CIPET has a Wifi Facilities in Hostel

No, the mess charge is paid separately from Hostel fees

Yes, Laundry facilities are Available at Hostel.