Trident Academy of Technology (TAT), Bhubaneswar is a private engineering college located in the Chandaka Industrial Estate, Bhubaneswar. It was recognised in 2005 as a top institution in Odisha. TAT is affiliated with Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), approved by AICTE, and accredited by NAAC with a B+ grade.

Students can study B.Tech and MBA along with several other undergraduate and postgraduate courses. The total B.Tech fee is INR 4.32 lakh, while B.Tech lateral entry costs INR 3.24 lakh. Admission depends on the course and may use scores from JEE Main, OJEE, GATE, CAT, CMAT, or PGAT.

Students can apply through the official Trident Academy of Technology website.

Trident Academy of Technology UG Admission

TAT offers B.Tech in CSE, ECE, EEE, IT, ME, CE, and Biotechnology. The regular B.Tech course takes 4 years. Diploma holders may enter the second year through the 3-year lateral entry route. The academy also offers a 3-year BBA course for students from any Class 12 stream.

Course Duration Eligibility Fees
B.Tech in all specialisations 4 years Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, plus Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a Technical Vocational subject. Students need at least 45% in the general category or 40% in the SC, ST, or OBC category. INR 4,32,000
B.Tech lateral entry 3 years A 3-year Diploma in Engineering or Technology with at least 45% for general-category students or 40% for SC, ST, or OBC students. INR 3,24,000
BBA 3 years Class 12 in any stream with at least 45% for general-category students or 40% for SC or ST students. INR 1,08,000

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Regular B.Tech admission uses a valid JEE Main or OJEE score and the applicable counselling process. JoSAA or OJEE counselling may be used for seat allocation. Diploma holders must qualify through OJEE lateral entry and complete counselling before joining the second year. BBA applicants must register for the admission route specified by the institute.

Trident Academy of Technology PG Admission

Postgraduate options at TAT include M.Tech in CSE and ETE, MBA, and MCA. Each programme lasts 2 years. M.Tech admission may consider GATE or PGAT, while OJEE is used for MBA and MCA admission. CMAT and CAT are also among the entrance pathways named for the relevant programmes.

Course Duration Eligibility Fees
M.Tech in ETE or CSE 2 years B.E. or B.Tech in a relevant field with at least 50% for general-category students or 45% for SC or ST students. INR 1,44,000
MBA 2 years A bachelor's degree in any discipline with at least 50% for general-category students or 45% for SC or ST students. INR 2,12,000
MCA 2 years A bachelor's degree with Mathematics studied at Class 12 or graduation level. The minimum is 50% for general-category students and 45% for SC or ST students. INR 1,48,000

Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm

Applicants must qualify through the entrance route assigned to their course and then attend the relevant counselling. M.Tech applicants may use PGAT or GATE, while MBA and MCA applicants may take part in OJEE counselling. Final admission requires seat allotment, fee payment, and document verification.

Trident Academy of Technology Application Process

Applications for UG and PG courses are handled through the institute and the relevant state-level or national-level examination authority. The route depends on whether the student is applying for B.Tech, B.Tech lateral entry, BBA, M.Tech, MBA, or MCA.

  1. Open the TAT admission website or the official portal for the required examination, such as OJEE or JEE Main.
  2. Choose the new registration or application option for the intended course. Create an account with an active email address and mobile number.
  3. Complete the form with personal, contact, and academic information that matches the applicant's original records.
  4. Upload scanned copies of the photograph, signature, Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets, graduation records where required, category certificate if applicable, and entrance examination scorecard.
  5. Pay the examination registration fee or institute application fee through the online payment facility provided on the relevant portal.
  6. Submit the form, then download and keep the confirmation page or payment receipt.
  7. Join the counselling process linked to the course. This may include JoSAA or OJEE for B.Tech, OJEE for MBA and MCA, and PGAT or GATE for M.Tech. Seat allotment is based on merit, choices filled, and the applicable admission rules.
  8. After receiving a seat, report to the TAT campus or submit the required records online. Pay the admission fee and finish document verification to confirm the seat.

Documents Required for Admission

Students should have the following records ready for counselling, verification, and final admission at TAT:

Documents
Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and certificates Caste certificate, if applicable
Transfer Certificate Aadhaar card or another government photo identity document
Study and conduct certificates 4 to 6 passport-size photographs
JEE Main, OJEE, GATE, or CMAT rank card Domicile or residence certificate
Entrance examination admit card Scanned signature
Conduct certificate issued by the last institution attended Income certificate, if applicable

Trident Academy of Technology OJEE Cutoff

OJEE 2025 Expected Category-wise Cutoff

For the General category under the All India quota, the expected OJEE 2025 closing-rank range was 253 to 1403175. The same range applied to Round 1.

Category Round 1 Closing Rank, Expected Range Overall Closing Rank, Expected Range
General 253 to 1403175 253 to 1403175
TFWS 489961 to 1247483 489961 to 1247483

Under the Home State quota, the expected OJEE 2025 range for EWS students was 8674 to 1071196, including Round 1.

Category Round 1 Closing Rank, Expected Range Overall Closing Rank, Expected Range
EWS 8674 to 1071196 8674 to 1071196
General 26 to 1208613 26 to 1208613
SC 2917 to 1083231 2917 to 1083231
ST 1692 to 6759 1692 to 6759
TFWS 1155 to 1018065 1155 to 1018065

For General-category applicants under the Other State quota, the expected OJEE 2025 closing-rank range was 4500 to 7536. Round 1 carried the same expected range.

Category Round 1 Closing Rank, Expected Range Overall Closing Rank, Expected Range
General 4500 to 7536 4500 to 7536

OJEE 2024 B.Tech Course-wise Cutoff

The following closing ranks were recorded for B.Tech specialisations under the All India quota in 2024:

Course Closing Rank 2024
Electrical and Electronics Engineering 489961 (AI)
Computer Science and Engineering 503649 (AI)
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 565890 (AI)
Computer Science and Technology 799167 (AI)
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering 1247483 (AI)
Data Science 1353692 (AI)
Computer Science and Information Technology 1403175 (AI)

Trident Academy of Technology Scholarships

TAT provides institute-based awards and supports eligible students through state-level, national-level, and other financial assistance schemes.

In-house Scholarships

  • Under the Pranati Mishra Memorial Scholarship, degree toppers receive a gold medal each year.
  • 5% of admitted students join through the Total Fee Waiver scheme under government guidelines.
  • Annual awards are also given for high attendance, batch toppers, best innovations, best entrepreneurs, and other achievements.

State-level Scholarships

Prerana Scholarship, Odisha, is available to eligible B.Tech students.

Eligibility Criteria Scholarship Amount
SC or ST student with family income up to 2.5 lakh INR 64,500 for day scholars and INR 72,000 for hostellers
OBC or SEBC student with family income up to 1.0 lakh INR 3,500 for day scholars and INR 7,500 for hostellers
Minority student with family income up to 2.5 lakh INR 3,500 for day scholars and INR 7,500 for hostellers

For the Medhabhuti Scholarship, Odisha, B.Tech students are shortlisted through JEE Main rank and Class 12 merit. Family income must be up to 6.0 lakh, and the award is INR 10,000 per year.

Prerana Scholarship support is also listed for B.Tech students from Bihar and Jharkhand.

Eligibility Criteria Scholarship Amount
SC or ST student with family income up to 2.5 lakh INR 64,500 for day scholars and INR 72,000 for hostellers
OBC or SEBC student with family income up to 1.0 lakh INR 3,500 for day scholars and INR 7,500 for hostellers
Minority student with family income up to 2.5 lakh INR 3,500 for day scholars and INR 7,500 for hostellers

The Welfare Fund, Odisha, supports a student whose father dies during the course. The assistance is INR 59,000 or the full tuition fee, depending on the government's decision.

National-level Scholarships

  • Central Sector Scholarship

B.Tech students need at least 75% in Class 10 and Class 12, with family income not exceeding 6 lakh. The award is INR 10,000 in each of the first three years and INR 20,000 in the fourth year.

  • Ex-Serviceman Scholarship

Students whose parents are serving in or have retired from the Armed Forces may receive INR 25,000.

  • Pragati Scholarship for B.Tech students

Girl students adopted by the Prime Minister may receive INR 10,000 when family income is 6 lakh or less.

  • Sitaram Jindal Scholarship

Applicants must hold a BPL card. Girls need 70% and boys need 77% in Class 10 and Class 12. Parents' annual income must not exceed 2.5 lakh. Girls receive INR 12,000, while boys receive INR 10,000.

Other Scholarships

Special financial help is also available for the children of employees working with the Postal Department, Central Excise, Uranium Department, Railways, NALCO, NMDC, Mahanadi Coalfields Limited, steel plants, SBI, Andhra Bank, Punjab National Bank, CISF, CRPF, Odisha Mining Corporation, Mines Worker, Tta Millennium, and similar organisations.

Trident Academy of Technology Admission FAQs

Ques. Which subjects, marks, and examination scores are needed for TAT B.Tech admission?

Ans. Applicants must pass Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a Technical Vocational subject. The minimum is 45% for general-category students and 40% for reserved-category students. Admission uses a valid JEE Main or OJEE score followed by counselling.

Ques. How does a student complete admission for B.Tech or a postgraduate programme?

Ans. The student first registers on the TAT or relevant examination portal, completes the form, uploads the required records, and pays the application fee. Qualified applicants then attend the appropriate counselling process. JoSAA or OJEE may be used for B.Tech, while OJEE or PGAT applies to M.Tech, MBA, or MCA according to the course.

Ques. Can an engineering diploma holder join B.Tech directly in the second year?

Ans. Yes. A student with an Engineering or Technology diploma and at least 45% can apply through OJEE lateral entry. Admission requires qualification in the lateral entry examination and participation in counselling.

Ques. What are the total course fees, and when are they paid?

Ans. The regular B.Tech programme costs INR 4.32 lakh, and lateral-entry B.Tech costs INR 3.24 lakh. M.Tech, MBA, and MCA fees range from INR 1.44 lakh to INR 2.12 lakh. Payment is generally made in 4 to 6 semester-based instalments after a seat is allotted through counselling.

Ques. Which records should applicants upload or present during verification?

Ans. Applicants need scanned copies of the following:

  • Class 10 and Class 12 mark sheets and passing certificates, or the relevant diploma or degree records
  • JEE Main, OJEE, GATE, or CMAT scorecard
  • Caste or EWS certificate, where applicable
  • Photograph, signature, and identity proof such as Aadhaar or passport
  • Character certificate, migration certificate, and domicile certificate for Odisha residents

Ques. What did the 2024 OJEE ranks show, and how does counselling assign seats?

Ans. Under the General All India quota, 2024 B.Tech closing ranks varied by branch. Electrical and Electronics Engineering closed at 489961, while Data Science closed at 1353692. Seat allotment considers the applicant's OJEE rank, reservation category, and submitted course preferences.