DRIEMS University provides undergraduate and postgraduate education in engineering, business administration, polytechnic studies, science, nursing and hotel management. B.Tech and M.Tech are two major programmes. The total B.Tech fee ranges from INR 4.6 lakhs to INR 6.36 lakhs, while the M.Tech course costs INR 1.5 lakhs.

Selection depends on the programme. Students may be admitted through an entrance examination or their marks in the qualifying examination.

  • B.Tech applicants are selected through JEE Main, conducted by CBSE, or the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination, known as OJEE and conducted by the Government of Odisha.
  • M.Tech admission considers performance in the Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering, called GATE, or the Post Graduate Entrance Test, called PGAT.
  • For BBA, BCA, BHM, BPT and BOT, admission follows the merit order prepared from marks secured in the 10+2 examination.
  • DMLT and DMRT applicants are also admitted according to their 10+2 examination merit.
  • MBA, PGDM, MHM and PGDHM selection uses the rank obtained in national-level tests such as CAT, MAT, XAT, JMET or OJEE.
  • In addition to these examinations, DRIEMS University conducts the DRIEMS University Entrance Test, called DRUET, for almost all courses.

DRIEMS University UG Admission

At the undergraduate level, DRIEMS University offers B.Tech, B.Tech Lateral Entry, BBA, BCA, BHM, BPT and BOT. Admission requirements and selection methods vary by programme.

B.Tech and B.Tech Lateral Entry

The four-year B.Tech programme has 410 seats across six specialisations. Its total fee ranges from INR 4.6 lakhs to INR 6.36 lakhs. Regular B.Tech admission is based on JEE Main or OJEE. The B.Tech Lateral Entry route has 132 seats and uses diploma marks for selection.

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Criteria Admission through
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering Students must pass 10+2 with Physics and Mathematics, along with Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology or IT as a compulsory subject. They need at least 45% marks, or 40% marks for reserved categories. JEE Main or OJEE
Civil Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
B.Tech (Lateral) Mechanical Engineering Applicants need a Diploma in Engineering in a relevant discipline with at least 45% marks. The requirement is 40% marks for reserved categories. Merit based on Diploma in Engineering marks
Civil Engineering
Computer Science & Engineering
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Electrical and Electronics Engineering

BBA and BCA

BBA and BCA are three-year undergraduate programmes. Both accept students through merit and DRUET. Diploma holders may apply for either programme. BCA applicants must have studied Mathematics as a full-time subject.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Admission through
BBA Applicants must pass the 10+2, or H.S.C., examination in any stream with at least 45% marks. Diploma holders may also apply. Merit and DRUET
BCA Applicants must pass H.S.C., or 10+2, in any stream with English and Mathematics as passing subjects and at least 50% aggregate marks. Mathematics must be studied as a full-time subject. Diploma holders may also apply.

BHM

The Bachelor of Hotel Management programme takes four years to complete. Admission is decided from 10+2 marks.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Admission through
BHM Students must pass the 10+2 examination in any stream with at least 45% marks. Merit based on 10+2 marks

BPT and BOT

BPT covers physiotherapy, while BOT focuses on occupational therapy. Each programme includes four years of study followed by a six-month internship. Selection is based on 10+2 marks or DRUET.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Admission through
BPT Applicants must pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, Biology and Mathematics and secure at least 50% aggregate marks. Merit based on 10+2 marks or DRUET
BOT

DRIEMS University PG Admission

Postgraduate options at DRIEMS University include M.Tech, MHM, MBA and PGDM. The programmes use engineering, management or graduation-level merit, depending on the course.

M.Tech

M.Tech is offered in five specialisations, each with a duration of two years. Selection uses GATE, conducted by IISc and IIT, or PGAT. The complete course fee is INR 1.5 lakhs.

Course Name Specialization Seats Eligibility Criteria Admission through
M.Tech Computer Science & Engineering 18 A BE or B.Tech degree in a relevant discipline with at least 60% marks is required. GATE or PGAT
Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering 18
Electrical Power System 18
Structural Engineering 18
Machine Design 24

MHM

The Master of Hotel Management programme has a duration of two years. Admission is based on marks obtained in graduation.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Admission through
MHM Applicants must hold a graduate or equivalent qualification from a recognised university with at least 45% marks. Merit based on graduation marks

MBA and PGDM

MBA and PGDM are full-time regular programmes lasting two years. The total MBA fee is INR 3 lakhs. The accepted management entrance examinations differ between the two courses.

Course Name Specialization Eligibility Criteria Admission through
MBA Business Administration A bachelor's degree in any discipline from a recognised university with 50% marks is required. SC and ST applicants need 45% marks. MAT, CAT, XAT or CMAT
PGDM Management Applicants must be graduates of a recognised university. CAT, XAT, ATMA or MAT

DRIEMS University Diploma Admission

The diploma options include PGDHM in hotel management, DMRT in radio therapy and DMLT in medical laboratory technology. PGDHM admission uses graduation marks, while DMRT and DMLT use 10+2 merit or DRUET.

PGDHM

The Post Graduate Diploma in Hotel Management takes one and a half years to complete.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Admission through
PGDHM A graduate or equivalent qualification from a recognised university with at least 45% marks is required. Merit based on graduation marks

DMRT and DMLT

DMRT and DMLT each have a duration of two years.

Course Name Eligibility Criteria Admission through
DMRT Students must pass 10+2 Science from a recognised board with Biology or Mathematics as one of the subjects and obtain at least 50% marks. Merit based on 10+2 marks or DRUET
DMLT

DRIEMS University Cutoff 2025

For general-category B.Tech admission through OJEE, the DRIEMS University closing ranks ranged from 106312 to 1089127. The course-wise Round 1 closing ranks are listed below.

Courses Round 1 Closing Rank
B.Tech Internet of Things 106312
B.Tech Cyber Security 134970
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering 820420
B.Tech Electronics & Telecommunication Engineering 1010851
B.Tech Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning 1066579
B.Tech Data Science 1089127

DRIEMS University Application Process

BBA, BCA, BHM, MHM and PGDHM application steps

  • Applications are submitted offline.
  • Students applying for BHM, BBA, BCA, MHM or PGDHM must visit the university website and download the application form.
  • An application payment of INR 200 must be made in cash or through a demand draft or banker's cheque issued by any commercial bank. It should be drawn in favour of DRIEMS and payable at Cuttack.

B.Tech application steps

  • OJEE applications may be completed online or offline.
  • Applicants seeking B.Tech admission must complete either the JEE Main form or the OJEE form.
  • Detailed application instructions are available on the respective official JEE Main and OJEE websites.

M.Tech application steps

  • The application mode is online.
  • Students seeking M.Tech admission must complete the application form for GATE or PGAT.

MBA and PGDM application steps

  • Applications are accepted online.
  • MBA applicants must apply for OJEE, MAT, CAT, XAT or CMAT. PGDM applicants must apply for CAT, XAT, ATMA, OJEE or MAT.

Documents needed at admission

  • Rank card
  • Online registration slip
  • Original checklist signed by the applicant at the bottom
  • Photocopy of the date-of-birth proof shown in the H.S.C. record
  • Photocopies of the 10+2 mark sheets and certificate
  • School leaving or college leaving certificate
  • Original certificate issued by the head of the institution last attended
  • Original Permanent Resident of Odisha Certificate or Nativity Certificate from the concerned Tahasildar
  • Original certificate from the employer of the applicant's parent or spouse if the employer is the Government of Odisha, Government of India, a Government of India undertaking, a Government of Odisha undertaking or an organisation located in Odisha at the time of admission
  • Reservation category certificate, if applicable
  • Original Outlying Oriya Speaking Tract, or OL, certificate
  • Certificate issued by OJEE for the Oriya test conducted by OJEE
  • Non-Resident Indian documents, if applicable
  • Original GATE document for M.Tech
  • Original No Objection Certificate from the employer for PGDM applicants
  • Original certificate showing at least five years of managerial or supervisory experience for PGDM applicants
  • Original full-time work experience certificate for M.Tech

DRIEMS University Admission FAQs

Ques. Which factors decide admission to different programmes at DRIEMS University?

Ans. Depending on the programme, selection considers DRUET, qualifying-examination merit or scores in national-level tests such as JEE Main, NEET and GATE.

Ques. How is DRUET used during the university's selection process?

Ans. DRUET stands for DRIEMS University Entrance Test. Most UG and PG applicants must take it unless their qualifying national-level or state-level examination scores provide an exemption.

Ques. During which months does DRIEMS University usually accept applications?

Ans. The application period generally starts between March and April and continues until sometime between June and July.

Ques. May a student submit applications for several DRIEMS University courses?

Ans. Yes. A student can seek admission to more than one course, although a separate DRUET appearance may be necessary where the programme requires it.

Ques. What academic qualifications are needed for B.Tech admission?

Ans. Applicants must pass 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and obtain at least 45% marks. The minimum is 40% marks for reserved categories. A JEE Main or DRUET score is also required.

Ques. On what basis does DRIEMS University select MBA students?

Ans. MBA selection uses a CAT, MAT, CMAT or DRUET score and is followed by counselling.

Ques. What admission route applies to the B.Sc Agriculture programme?

Ans. B.Sc Agriculture selection is based either on DRUET or 10+2 merit for students with a PCB or PCM background.

Ques. Does DRIEMS University admit students to medical programmes such as B.Sc Nursing and BPT?

Ans. Yes. These medical programmes are available, and admission may use NEET UG, DRUET or qualifying-examination merit according to the course and seat availability.

Ques. Can a GATE score be used to seek M.Tech admission?

Ans. Yes. Preference is given to GATE-qualified applicants, while students without a GATE qualification may take DRUET.