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NIELIT Gangtok Admission 2025: Courses, Application Process, Eligibility & Fees

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NIELIT Gangtok Admission Process 2025

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Q:   Can I join NIELIT Gangtok directly?
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You can apply directly to NIELIT Gangtok by following the admissions procedures, of course. Enrollment in short-term courses is available all year round and is based on merit. Admission to non-formal courses is held twice a year, in January and July. Press announcements (Sikkim Express, Hamro Prajashakti, Dainik Jagran, etc.) and the center's website (nielit.gov.in/gangtok) are occasionally used to announce admittance. Candidates may apply directly for admission if they fulfil the requirements for that particular course. Applicants may submit their online applications at student.nielit.gov.in, the NIELIT student portal. Aadhaar card must be present for the candidate to fill out the application.

Q:   When are NIELIT Gangtok application forms out?
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NIELIT Gangtok application forms will be available at the official website of the college, nielit.gov.in/gangtok year around. Short-term course enrollment is merit-based and open all year long. Non-formal course admissions take place twice a year, in January and July. Admission is sometimes announced through the center's website (nielit.gov.in/gangtok) and press announcements (Sikkim Express, Hamro Prajashakti, Dainik Jagran, etc.). If they meet the requirements for that specific course, candidates may submit a direct application for admission. Through the NIELIT student portal, student.nielit.gov.in, applicants can submit their online applications. To complete the application, the individual needs to have their Aadhaar card with them.

Q:   What is the seat intake for UG Diploma at NIELIT Gangtok?
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The seat intake for UG Diploma at NIELIT Gangtok is 60. The details regarding the UG Diploma courses offered are mentioned below 

A 200-hour Advanced Diploma in Computer Application Accounting and Publishing (Part Time-Classroom) programme is offered. To be eligible for the course, candidates must have passed their 10+2 from an accredited board.

The three-month online course is called "Online Diploma in Computer Application (DCA), Accounting (Tally), and Publishing (Corel Draw, Photoshop, PageMaker)." This course is associated with the National Skills Qualifications Framework (NSQF) and is also given in blended mode. Applicants may apply if they have completed their 12th grade from an accredited board and possess a basic understanding of computers and internet concepts.

For young people from SC, ST, and EWS (women) in aspirational districts, the Advance Diploma in Computer Application Accounting and Publishing is a skill development Diploma programme that enhances employability in the IT and electronics fields. There are two batches of 30 candidates each for the course.

The cost of the one-year (full-time) NIELIT CHM "O" Level course is INR 10,000. The 400-hour course is divided into 186 hours of practical instruction and 214 hours of theory and conceptual instruction.

Q:   Does NIELIT Gangtok accept CBSE 12th score?
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Yes, NIELIT Gangtok accepts the CBSE 12th score as it is recognized by the examination board. Candidates for admission to NIELIT Gangtok must have successfully completed their 10+2 from a recognised board in order to meet the college's basic eligibility standards. Interested candidates may submit a direct application to the college. This college offers short-term, non-formal courses in information, electronics, and communication technologies (IECT). Additionally, this college offers limited-seat programmes for specialised winter training and career improvement and development. Short-term course enrollment is merit-based and open year-round. Non-formal course admissions take place twice a year, namely in the months of January and July.

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NIELIT Gangtok Application Process 2025: How to apply?

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Q:   What is the fee for UG courses at NIELIT Gangtok?
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The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Government of India, founded the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Gangtok, as one of its units. NIELIT Gangtok currently offers close to 20 UG and PG, short-term and non-formal courses. Short-term courses are available at NIELIT Gangtok to promote digital literacy and improve people's IT knowledge. The following table shows the total tuition fee for the UG courses at NIELIT.

CourseTotal Tuition Fee (in INR)
Adavance Diploma in Computer Application Accounting and Publishing INR 8100 /-
Online Diploma in Computer Application (DCA), Accounting (Tally) and Publishing (Corel Draw, Photoshop, Pagemaker)INR 10500 /-
NIELIT CHM O Level INR 10000 /- 

 

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Q:   How costly is NIELIT Gangtok?
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NIELIT Gangtok offers nearly 20 short-term as well as non-formal courses at UG and PG level. The fee structure for various UG Diploma and certificate courses are mentioned below for the candidates' reference 

Advanced Diploma in Computer Application Accounting and Publishing - INR 8.1 K

Online Diploma in Computer Application (DCA), Accounting (Tally) and Publishing (Corel Draw, Photoshop, PageMaker) - INR 10.5 K

NIELIT CHM ‘O’ Level - INR 10 K

Certificate in Expert Computer Course (ECC) - INR 8 K

Online Certificate in Programming in Python - INR 3.12 K

Certificate in Basic Computer Course (BCC) - INR 2.45 K

Certificate in Programming through C Language - INR 4.1 K

NIELIT MAT O Level - INR 25 K

Certificate in Core Java - INR 4.1 K

NIELIT O Level - INR 11.5 K

NIELIT A Level - INR 25 K

Certificate in Computer Concepts (CCC) - INR 4 K

Certificate in Computer Concepts Plus (CCC Plus) - INR 5.95 K

Certificate in PC Hardware and Networking - INR 4.1 K

Certificate in Awareness in Computer Concepts (ACC) - INR 1.5 K

Certificate in Office Automation - INR 3.6 K

Certificate in PC Assembly and Maintenance - INR 4.1 K

Certificate in Web Designing - INR 5.1 K

Certificate in Programming in C+ - INR 4.1 K

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Q:   What are the cutoff marks required for UG Diploma?
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Entrance exams are conducted by different universities and states in order to select candidates for the UG Diploma courses. The basic eligibility criteria for the UG Diploma course is that the candidates must have passed their 10+2 from a recognised board. The aggregate may vary according to the norms advocated by the university or the state. The eligibility criteria for courses based on computers will be that the candidates should have passed their 12th from a recognised board and have knowledge of basic computers and Internet concepts. 10+2 passed candidates with knowledge of basic computer and Internet concepts are eligible for a few UG Diploma courses.

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Q:   Where can a candidate check NIELIT Gangtok cutoff 2023?
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As there is no entrance exam required for entry to NIELIT Gangtok, the information regarding cut off 2023 is pointless. Admission to short-term courses at NIELIT Gangtok is granted on the basis of merit and is available for enrollment all year round. NIELIT Gangtok offers non-formal course admission twice a year, in January and July. Currently, NIELIT Gangtok provides both UG and PG students with close to 20 short-term and non-formal courses. Press ads (Sikkim Express, Hamro Prajashakti, Dainik Jagran, etc.) and the center's website (nielit.gov.in/gangtok) are occasionally used to announce admissions. Those who fit the requirements for a course may submit a direct application for admission.

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Q:   What is the minimum cutoff for Certificate Courses at NIELIT Gangtok 2023?
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Since there is no admission exam required to join in NIELIT Gangtok, the information regarding the cutoff for 2023 is pointless. All year long, NIELIT Gangtok offers short-term courses for enrollment, with admission determined solely by merit. Non-formal course admission is offered by NIELIT Gangtok twice a year, in January and July. NIELIT Gangtok currently offers over 20 short-term and non-formal courses to both UG and PG students. Admissions are sometimes announced through press ads (Sikkim Express, Hamro Prajashakti, Dainik Jagran, etc.) and the center's website (nielit.gov.in/gangtok). Those who meet the prerequisites for a course can apply directly for admission.

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NIELIT Gangtok FAQs 2025

Q:   What are the number of seats allocated to the certificate course at NIELIT Gangtok?
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The total number of seats allocated to the all-certificate course at NIELIT Gangtok is not available on the official website of the institute. Usually, the institute offers 60 seats in short-term courses. The total number of seats offered for the certificate in data entry and office automation is 60. 

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for admissions to certificate courses at NIELIT Gangtok?
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The eligibility criteria for admissions to certificate courses at NIELIT Gangtok differs according to the type, of course, candidates want to pursue, such as some of the certificate courses only require candidates to complete their higher senior secondary; some applicants must complete their Class 10 + ITI diploma, Class 12, or for NIELIT level O, A, and CAT candidates with graduation in the Engineering and any other relevant field is also eligible to apply. 

Q:   When I can apply for certificate courses at NIELIT Gangtok?
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Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for certificate courses at NIELIT Gangtok any time in the year. The institute opens the admissions for short-time courses throughout the year and is notified through press advertisements. Admissions are going on for new batches of short-term and long-term courses at NIELIT, Gangtok.

Q:   What are the number of seats allocated to the UG Diploma course at NIELIT Gangtok?
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The total number of seats allocated to the all UG Diploma course at NIELIT Gangtok is not available on the official website of the institute. Usually, the institute offers 60 seats in short-term and UG Diploma courses. The total number of seats offered for Advance Diploma in Computer Application Accounting and Publishing is 60. 

Q:   I have 60% in my Class 12. Can I get admissions to UG Diploma course at NIELIT Gangtok?
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Yes, there are chances that candidates with 60% in their Class 12 can get admission to UG Diploma courses at NIELIT Gangtok. The institute does not mention any minimum percentage criteria for admissions to UG Diploma courses. However, this is not definite that candidates with 60% in their Class 12 can get admission to the UG Diploma course because the institute offers merit-based admissions and has a limited number of seats in the UG Diploma course. 

Q:   Does NIELIT Gantok offers UG Diploma?
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Yes, NIELIT Gangtok offers UG Diploma courses as short-term courses with the duration of three months to one-year. These courses at the institute are offered via full-time, online, and blended mode. NIELIT Gangtok is not a college. It is a training and certification institute under the National Institute of Electronics & Information Technology (NIELIT), which operates under the Ministry of Electronics and Information Technology, Government of India.

Q:   What is the selection process that NIELIT Gangtok follows for admission to UG Diploma?
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The selection process for NIELIT Gangtok UG Diploma courses is based on the candidates' achieved scores in their Class 12 or equivalent. The basic eligibility criteria required by the institute to get admission into this course is candidates must complete their Class 12 from a recognised board of education and have knowledge of basic computers and Internet concepts are eligible to apply. Moreover, the selection process is based on merit which is evaluated based on candidates' achieved scores in their higher senior secondary. 

Q:   Which institute among NIEIT Gangtok and NIELIT Ropar offers the maximum number of UG Diploma courses?
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According to the information available on the official website of the institute, NIELIT Gangtok offers 20 courses at different levels, such as UG level, UG diploma, certificate, etc. Maximum of the programmes offered at NIELIT Gangtok include IT, Accounting, and Computer programmes. On the other hand, there is no specific information available on the official website of NIELIT Ropar about the number of offered UG Diploma courses. However, the courses offered at  NIELIT Ropar offer a range of programmes, including digital literacy programs, summer industrial training in fields like Computer Science and Electronics, and formal courses affiliated with Punjabi University Patiala. 

 
Q:   How can I apply offline for UG Diploma courses at NIELIT Gangtok?
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For applying to UG Diploma course in offline mode, candidates are required to submit the duly filled-up application form to NIELIT, Gangtok, at its premises at Indira By Pass Road, Near KBT Petrol Pump, Sichey, Gangtok-737101, along with the requisite fees and documents (as mentioned in point nos. 15 of the application form) on any working day (Monday to Friday) between 9:30 AM and 6:00 PM.

Q:   Does NIELIT Gangtok accept any entrance exams for admissions to UG Diploma courses?
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No, NIELIT Gangtok does not accept scores of any entrance exam for admissions to UG Diploma courses. The eligibility criteria to get enrolled in the UG Diploma course is candidates must complete their Class 12 from relevant field. Additionally, the admissions are based on merit. However, the institute might accept the scores of the in-house entrance exam, followed by PI in non-formal courses. 

Q:   Does NIELIT Gangtok offer seats reservations for UG Diploma courses?
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Yes, NIELIT Gangtok does offer seat reservations for UG Diploma courses. Moreover, the institute follows seat reservations according to the Government of India's reservation policies. Check out the number of seats reserved for the reserved categories below: 

  • Scheduled Castes (SC): 15%
  • Scheduled Tribes (ST): 7.5%
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC): 27%
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10%
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 3% (horizontal reservation)
Q:   When I can apply for UG Diploma courses at NIELIT Gangtok?
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Candidates who meet the eligibility criteria can apply for UG Diploma courses at NIELIT Gangtok at any time of the year. The institute opens the admissions for short-time courses throughout the year and is notified through press advertisements. Admissions are on going for new batches of short-term and long-term courses at NIELIT, Gangtok.

Q:   Which entrance exam scores does NIELIT Gangtok accept for admission to Certificate Courses?
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The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Government of India, founded the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Gangtok, as one of its units. To increase employment prospects and provide quality labor at a reasonable cost, the institute provides training and educational services.

NIELIT Gangtok currently offers close to 20 UG and PG, short-term and non-formal courses. Short-term courses are available at NIELIT Gangtok to promote digital literacy and improve people's IT knowledge. All year round, the institute accepts applications for its short-term courses. Press announcements (Sikkim Express, Hamro Prajashakti, Dainik Jagran, etc.) and the center's website are occasionally used to announce admittance. 

Candidates may apply directly for admission if they fulfill the requirements for that particular course. 

Q:   What is the process to apply offline for certificate courses at NIELIT Gankgtok?
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For applying to certificate course in offline mode, candidates are required to submit the duly filled-up application form to NIELIT, Gangtok, at its premises at Indira By Pass Road, Near KBT Petrol Pump, Sichey, Gangtok-737101, along with the requisite fees and documents (as mentioned in point nos. 15 of the application form) on any working day (Monday to Friday) between 9:30 AM and 6:00 PM.

Q:   What are the documents required for admissions to UG Diploma courses at NIELIT Gangtok?
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Candidate must have an Aadhaar card while filling out the UG Diploma application form at NIELIT Gangtok. In the absence of Aadhaar, the candidate may submit the following official IDs:

  • Enrolment number of UIDAI (EID)
  • Bank account (passbook with photo)
  • PAN card
  • Valid passport
  • Valid driving license
  • Valid photo ID card of student issued by school/college authority

Candidate need not submit any documentary proof in support of the information provided in the online application form.

Q:   Does NIELIT Gangtok offer seat reservations for certification courses?
A: 

Yes, NIELIT Gangtok does offer seat reservations for certification courses. Moreover, the institute follows seat reservations according to the Government of India's reservation policies. Check out the number of seats reserved for the reserved categories below: 

  • Scheduled Castes (SC): 15%
  • Scheduled Tribes (ST): 7.5%
  • Other Backward Classes (OBC): 27%
  • Economically Weaker Sections (EWS): 10%
  • Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 3% (horizontal reservation)
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Yes, if you have scored 70% in class 12, you are eligible to apply to NIELIT Gangtok. In accordance with the college's basic eligibility requirements, applicants to NIELIT Gangtok must have successfully completed their 10+2 from an accredited board. Those candidates who are interested can apply dire

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The Ministry of Electronics & Information Technology (MeitY), Government of India, provides funding for the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Gangtok, a unit of NIELIT Institutes that was founded in 2010. This college provides short-term, non-formal education in t

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Both NIELIT Gangtok as well as Navodaya Institute offers UG Diploma course. So that it's better to get a general outlook on both colleges. The National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT) Gangtok, a division of NIELIT Institutes that was established in 2010, is funded by the

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The Ministry of Communication and Information Technology, Government of India, founded the National Institute of Electronics and Information Technology (NIELIT), Gangtok, as one of its units. NIELIT Gangtok currently offers close to 20 UG and PG, short-term and non-formal courses. Short-term courses

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