National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
Premier Institute in Rourkela, 769008 • A+ Accredited
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About National Institute of Technology, Rourkela
NIT Rourkela offers a broad range of academic programmes in Engineering, Architecture, Science, Management, and Humanities. The courses offered by the institute include B.Tech., B.Arch., Dual Degree (B.Tech. & M.Tech.), M.Tech. (Research), M.Sc., Integrated M.Sc., MBA, MA, and Ph.D. programmes across multiple disciplines. The institute also provides strong opportunities for interdisciplinary research and innovation. Admissions to various programmes are conducted through national-level entrance examinations such as JEE Main, GATE, JAM, and CAT/CMAT, depending on the course.
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| Particulars | Details |
|---|---|
| Campus Area | 700 acres |
| Programme Level | Undergraduate Programmes, Dual Degree Programmes, Postgraduate Programmes, Research Programmes |
| Admission Process | <div> Admissions to the National Institute of Technology Rourkela are conducted through national-level entrance examinations for different programmes. The institute follows admission procedures and counselling processes prescribed by national authorities and regulatory bodies for undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes.<br><br> Admission to undergraduate programmes at NIT Rourkela, including B.Tech. and B.Arch. Courses are primarily conducted through JEE Main, followed by JoSAA counselling. The institute offers undergraduate programmes across multiple engineering, architecture, and science disciplines.<br> <br> NIT Rourkela offers postgraduate programmes including M.Tech., M.Sc., MBA, MA, and Integrated M.Sc. courses across various disciplines. Admissions to postgraduate programmes are conducted through national-level examinations such as GATE, JAM, and CAT/CMAT, depending on the programme.<br> <br> The institute offers doctoral programmes in Engineering, Science, Management, Humanities, and Architecture disciplines. Admission to Ph.D. programmes is based on academic qualifications, written tests, and/or interviews conducted by the respective departments and research committees. <br> </div> |
| Nirf Ranking 2025 | Rank 13 in NIRF Engineering 2025; Rank 34 in NIRF Overall 2025; Rank 7 in NIRF Architecture 2025 |
| Placement 2025 2026 - Average Package | Rs. 13.05 LPA |
| Placement 2025 2026 - Highest Package | Rs. 62.44 LPA |
| Placement 2025 2026 - Top Recruiters | Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Goldman Sachs, Qualcomm |
| Top Courses Offered | B.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, B.Tech in Electronics & Communication Engineering, B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering, MBA, PhD in Engineering |
| Type Of Institution | Public |
| Qs University Ranking | Rank 317, QS World University Rankings 2025 (Asia) |
International Collaboration and Exchange Programmes
<div>National Institute of Technology Rourkela has developed academic and research collaborations with institutions, industries, and organisations in India and abroad to promote research, innovation, and global academic engagement. Through these collaborations, the institute encourages joint research activities, academic interaction, knowledge exchange, and international exposure for students and faculty members.<br><br></div><div>NIT Rourkela actively participates in nationally and internationally supported research initiatives, including collaborative projects under programmes such as SPARC and ANRF-PAIR. These initiatives help strengthen research partnerships, interdisciplinary studies, and innovation-driven academic activities.<br><br> </div><div>The institute also supports international student admissions through the DASA scheme of the Ministry of Education, Government of India, which allows foreign nationals, Persons of Indian Origin (PIOs), and Non-Resident Indians (NRIs) to pursue academic programmes at the institute. With its growing focus on global research engagement, innovation, and academic collaboration, NIT Rourkela continues to strengthen its presence in the international higher education and research ecosystem.</div>
RWTH Aachen University (<div>Academic exchange, research collaboration, credit transfer, partial financial assistance</div>)
Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (KAIST) (<div>Joint research, student exchange, credit transfer, partial financial assistance</div>)
Nanyang Technological University (<div>Research collaboration, academic exchange, credit transfer, partial financial assistance</div>)
University of Calgary (<div>Joint research, academic exchange, credit transfer, partial financial assistance</div>)
University of Alberta (<div>Research collaboration, student exchange, credit transfer, partial financial assistance</div>)
University of Strathclyde (<div>Academic collaboration, student exchange, credit transfer, partial financial assistance</div>)
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National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Rourkela, Odisha
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