The Government Polytechnic Nirsa Dhanbad, formerly known as the Mining Institute Dhanbad, was established in 1958 with the Department of Science and Technology, Government of Jharkhand. The institute offers 3 Diploma courses: in Mining Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Mechanical Engineering. Admissions are on the basis of the JCECE examination conducted by the JCECE Board, Ranchi.
The annual fees at Government Polytechnic Nirsa - [GPN], Dhanbad range from ₹0.5 lakh to ₹5.0 lakh depending on the programme.
Government Polytechnic Nirsa - [GPN], Dhanbad offers Engineering.
Government Polytechnic Nirsa - [GPN], Dhanbad is accredited by AICTE Approved.