RGIPT 2026 ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA

We have included all the necessary information about the RGIPT 2026 Eligibility Criteria established by the Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Petroleum Technology's conducting authority in the section below for the applicant's reference.

• Nationality: Only Indian citizens are permitted to apply for admission.
• Age restriction: The applicants' minimum age to apply for admission is 17 years old (for Under Graduate - UG courses only).
• Relaxation: Applicants who fall under a reserved category, such as the SC or ST, are granted a 5% mark relaxation.
• Recognition: A recognized board or university must have awarded the qualifying exam.

For the B. Tech Program

• Educational Qualification: Candidates must have passed the Class 12 examinations under the 10 + 2 educational system.

• Minimum Score: Candidates in the General category must have received at least 60% of the possible points in the qualifying exam, while candidates in the Reserved category must have received at least 55%.

• Scorecard: To be admitted to B. Tech programs, candidates must have passed the JEE (Advanced) entrance test.

For the MBA Program

• Academic Requirement: Candidates must have earned a bachelor's degree or graduated from school using the 10 + 2 + 3 system.

• Minimum Marks: Candidates in the General category must have received at least 50% of the possible points in the qualifying exam, while candidates in the Reserved category must receive at least 45% of the possible points.

• Scorecard: In order to get admitted, candidates must have made it through the JEE (Advanced), CAT (Common Admission Test), XAT (Xavier Aptitude Test), or GMAT entrance test.

For PhD Program

• Educational Qualification : Applicants must have earned a bachelor's degree and a master's degree in a related discipline at the time of admission.

• Minimum Score: Candidates must have passed the qualifying exam with at least 60% of the possible points.

RGIPT Preparation Tips 2026

RGIPT 2026 Eligibility Criteria FAQs

Ques.1 Is there any reservation policy at RGIPT 2026?

Ans. Yes, RGIPT follows the Government of India reservation policy:

• SC: 15%
• ST: 7.5%
• OBC-NCL: 27%
• EWS: 10%
• PwD: 5% seats reserved within each category

Ques.2 What documents are required to prove eligibility at RGIPT 2026?

Ans. During counseling and admission, you’ll need:

• Class 10 & 12 mark sheets
• JEE Advanced 2026 scorecard
• Caste/Category certificate (if applicable)
• PwD certificate (if applicable)
• Passport (for NRI/foreign candidates)

Ques.3 Can I apply if I am appearing for Class 12 in 2026?

Ans. No, students appearing in Class 12 in 2026 are not eligible for RGIPT 2026 B.Tech admissions. Only those who passed in 2024 or 2025 can apply.

Ques.4 Can NRI/Foreign students apply for RGIPT B.Tech 2026?

Ans. Yes, NRIs, PIOs, and foreign nationals can apply under the DASA (Direct Admission of Students Abroad) scheme.

• Admissions are based on SAT Subject Test scores or JEE Advanced, depending on the category.
• Separate application and fee structures apply

Ques.5 What is the eligibility for Ph.D. programs at RGIPT 2026?

Ans. For Ph.D. admissions, candidates must have:

• Master’s Degree in a relevant field (M.Tech/M.E./M.Sc.) with at least 60% marks or equivalent CGPA.
• A valid GATE/NET score may be required depending on the department.
• Final selection is based on a written test and/or personal interview conducted by RGIPT.