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Q:   What to do after JEE Main session 2 result?
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After JEE session 2 is completed, only those candidates who are aiming for IITs need to start preparing for JEE Advanced after clearing JEE Main. Those who are above the 98th percentile should start preparing for JEE Advanced as soon as possible. Those below this, between the 95th and 98th percentile, should focus on attempting more mock tests and previous year question papers so that they have a better chance of clearing JEE Advanced

Q:   Is it worth pursuing MBA at NIT Rourkela?
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During NIT Rourkela 2023 placements as per media reports, a total of 1,326 job offers were made as per an overall report. The highest and average package offered to the placed students was INR 83.60 LPA and INR 13.89 LPA, respectively. The top recruiters during the placements were Apple, Google, Microsoft, and Amazon. Further, the institute has been ranked 39 as per NIRF’overall rankings. Thus, it is a good option for MBA course aspirants.

Q:   What is the selection criteria for BTech at NIT Rourkela?
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The selection criteria for B.Tech at NIT Rourkela is entrance based with the institute accepting JEE MAIN scores for the same. The minimum eligibility is passing Class 12 in PCM/PCMB stream with atleast 50% aggregate.

Q:   How are the MBA packages offered at NIT Rourkela placements?
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The MBA course at NIT Rourkela gets good placement packages. Check out the table for reference:

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the highest Package 

INR 12 LPA

INR 12 LPA

Average Package 

INR 5.83 LPA

INR 6.5 LPA

Median Package 

INR 5 LPA

INR 6 LPA

Minimum Package 

INR 3 LPA

INR 4.6 LPA

Offers made 

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NIT Rourkela Admission Process and Important Dates 2025

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

19 Courses4 years-5 years
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  • 10+2 with 75% aggregate
  • Accepting Exams: JEE Main
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16 Feb '26
JEE Main 2026 Result Date Session 1 by
1 Feb '26 - 25 Feb '26
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 2Ongoing
Mar '26
JEE Main 2026 Admit Card Session 2Tentative
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Q:   How can I get admission to the NIT Rourkela BArch course?
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NIT Rourkela BArch is a UG level course offered for the duration of 5 years in the full-time mode. The Institute offers BArch on the basis of valid scores of JEE Main with a total tuition fees worth INR 6.25 Lakh. In addition to this, candidates must qualify the suggested eligibility criteria to secure a confirm seat at NIT Rourkela. 

Q:   Is NIT Rourkela hard to get?
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NIT Rourkela offers courses in UG, PG and part-level. The Institute offers admission based on valid scores of accepted entrance exams such as JEE Main/ GATE/ IIT JAM or other equivalent. Candidates are required to qualify for the JoSAA counselling and seek final admission based on the qualification of all the selection rounds. 

Q:   What is the last date to apply for MBA at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela MBA application window generally opens in the month of Jan. The registrations close by Feb. After the closing of the application portal, the university will further release the list of the shortlisted candidates for GD-PI rounds.

Q:   How to take admission in M.Tech at NIT Rourkela?
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Aspirants have to apply for the GATE exam to pursue M.Tech from NITs. Hence, the applicant must take the GATE exam followed by CCMT counselling. Candidates who fulfil the eligibility criteria can visit GATE 2023 website (gate.iitk.ac.in) to apply. Further, admission will be granted based on scores in the national-level exam, counselling, and cutoff for NIT Rourkela.

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NIT Rourkela
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4.3/5
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Various companies like Microsoft, Tata Steel, Mu Sigma, Adobe, Myntra, Qualcomm and Bajaj visit our college for placements.
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Only dual degree CSE department students will get placed easily, while for others, it's very difficult to get placed in potential and core companies.
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B.Tech. in Civil Engineering - Batch of 2029
4.6
5Placements5Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life4Value for Money
Very good. Actually, I have no problem in placement, studies, or other activities.
Placements: Very good placement rate, 97 percent. The highest package is 31 LPA, the average is 12 LPA, and the lowest is 9 LPA. Many companies come, and then there is an interview. Students study together, which benefits everyone. In fact, most of the students get an internship. Civil is a very good branch, so come to this college for placement.
Infrastructure: Very good classrooms, which also have AC inside, and a new sports complex is being built. Ethernet is available in the rooms. The rooms are very good and have table, chair, fan, and bed. Most of the books are provided in the library. There is also a night canteen for night stays, which has almost all the food items.
Faculty: Teachers are very good in nature, and apart from studies, they also talk about other activities and placements. College exams are not that hard if any student studies a little properly. During exam time, teachers also tell important questions, and almost all the students pass the exams. 33 percent is required.
Other: I don't want to say anything about the college, because the college is very good.
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B.Tech. in Civil Engineering - Batch of 2029
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5Placements5Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
College infrastructure is nice, faculty is very supportive, and placements are good.
Placements: My course is civil engineering, and the placement rate in civil engineering is good, and the internship rate is also good in this college. This year, the highest package in civil engineering is 62.44 LPA and the lowest package is 3 LPA. Every year, 85-90 percent of students got placed.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of this college is nice. Hostels are good, and the environment in hostels is also good. The canteen and medical facilities are also good. Sports and games are good. Students play in the NIT or many sports and fests every year. There is a gym in every hall for students.
Faculty: Teachers are helpful and supportive, qualified, and knowledgeable. The teaching quality is the best, which helps students in their fields to do more. Semester exams are said to be moderate, so students need to study to pass. Passing percentage is said to be 95-100 percent.
Other: The college campus is very large in area, and the lecture complexes are very nice.
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B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2019
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Review of National Institute of Technology, Rourkela.
Placements: 95 percent of students got placed from my course in my college. The highest package is 80 LPA offered in my course, the average package is 30 LPA offered in my course, and the lowest package is 10 LPA offered in my course. 90 percent of students got an internship from my course in my college.
Infrastructure: Facilities are good, and infrastructure is good. They provide the Wi-Fi, which is very useful for networking. In labs, provide the AC and projector. Classrooms are good, and we provide the AC and projector for display. The library is good, and it provides AC and a projector. The hostel is good for quality food.
Faculty: Faculty members are very good teachers. We are approaching students with friendliness. We are very knowledgeable. Teaching is good. In the semester, we have conducted two mid exams and a final exam. The pass percentage of exams is 40 percent. We have got 40 percent of marks in the final exam, but we can pass the entire semester.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2028
4.8
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It is a really good college, and academics are improving year by year.
Placements: A maximum of all students get placed at the end of last year in my course, and in other courses, placements are really good. Oracle is the top recruiting company in my course. Upto 90 percent of students get internships. It offers developer jobs in my course through placements.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure in classrooms is very good with full AC, projectors, and speakers. Labs have the latest updated computers and screens. Hostels are 10 years old, but they are good. Wi-Fi available on the campus is good. There are both day and night canteens in every hostel.
Faculty: Teachers here are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable. They provide very interactive teaching. The course curriculum is relevant to the present industry, and it makes students industry-ready. The pass percentage is also high in all courses with medium-range exam papers.
Other: I chose this course because I am interested in it.
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M.Tech. in Electronic Systems and Communication - Batch of 2019
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NIT Rourkela is an awesome college.
Placements: Now let's talk about placements. This college’s placements are nice. Around 74% to 82% of students get placed in our course. The highest salary package in our college is 64 LPA, the average salary package is 18 LPA, and the lowest salary package is 9 LPA. Companies like Aditya Birla, Tata, Cipla, and PhonePe recruit students from our course.
Infrastructure: Facilities available in our hostel include Wi-Fi, drinking water, light, fans, and beds. Fully air-conditioned classrooms are available in our college. A central library is also available on our campus, and books can be issued by students. The quality of food in the mess is average. There are three canteens available on our campus, and the fast food is good. We have a small ground to play different sports like volleyball, football, and cricket.
Faculty: Professors are well-qualified, helpful, and knowledgeable. All of them are PhD holders. The courses are relevant to industry needs. Besides, one has to prepare himself/herself too. Each semester has two exams, a midterm and an end-of-term exam. One needs to have at least 35% in order to pass the course.
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering - Batch of 2027
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It's a good college as it's one of the top most colleges in India. The college life is good.
Placements: Almost 80 to 90 percent of students got placed. The highest package is around 80 lakh. Last year it was 1.2 crore. The lowest is around 5 lakh, and the average is around 12 to 15 lakhs. Top recruiting companies are Wells Fargo, Visa, JSW, Accenture, and many more. Around 60 to 70 percent of students got internships, and companies include Visa, Accenture, and many more. The role offered is SWE.
Infrastructure: Rooms are not so high-end, but it's okay for our branch. There is Wi-Fi in classrooms, and labs are also good with around 80 computers in each lab. The library is good. It remains open from 9 AM to 9 PM. You will get Wi-Fi, books, e-books, and many more options. In the hostel, rooms are of decent size, and bathrooms are also in nice condition. Daily maintenance happens. Wi-Fi is available in every room. Food quality is also okay not very good, but satisfactory. There is a dispenser inside the campus.
Faculty: Teachers are qualified, but the curriculum is very old and not suited to modern days. It does not make a student industry-ready. Exams are quite difficult, especially the end-of-semester exams, because the syllabus is very wide, and they ask mid-semester portions. The pass percentage is 35 percent.
Other: I got as per my score, which is good according to current days, because the industry is growing. Industry-ready elements should be included in the course, and practical aspects should be increased. Campus life is very good. Many great fests are organised on campus every year, and students enjoy them a lot.
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NIT Rourkela Cutoff 2025

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JEE Main Round 9 Closing Rank (General-All India)
Course202320242025
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering246782389121669
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering421833654245
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering142941303313854
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering227802040119169
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)721907821
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Q:   What is the opening and closing rank for Integrated BSc + MSc in Physics at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology?
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The opening and closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For the General category under All India, opening rank was 19155 and closing rank was 39174. Cut off are differant when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. In All India, opening and closing rank for female candidates was 26823 and 74273. Admission to Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Physics in NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam JEE. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.

Q:   What is the opening and closing rank for BTech +M.Tech in Chemical Engineering at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology?
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Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For General category under All India, opening rank was 25494 and closing rank was 43498. Cut offs are different when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. In All India, opening and closing rank for female candidates was 25048 and 59818. Admission to BTech +M.Techin Chemical Engineering at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exams like JEE. Applicants are advised to first confirm the category in which they are applying and then check the cut-offs.

Q:   What is the lowest rank to get into NIT Rourkela? I belong to the OBC category.
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The closing rank was 1011 for admission to the CSE course for the OBC AI category. The cutoff rank varies for different courses, specialisations, rounds, and categories. The lower the cutoff rank, the higher the chances of getting admission to your desired course and college. Candidates can refer to the table below to view the NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2025 for Round 1 for OBC AI category students:

CourseJEE Main Round 1 Cutoff 2025 
Computer Science and Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)1011
Artificial Intelligence (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)1258
Electronics and Communication Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)1902
Electrical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)3473
Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)3641
Mechanical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)4819
Chemical Engineering (5 Years, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree))6210
Chemical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)6340
Civil Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)7960
Industrial Design (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)8482
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)8827
Mathematics (5 Years, Integrated Master of Science)9201
Ceramic Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)9483
Biomedical Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)9577
Physics (5 Years, Integrated Master of Science)9958
Mining Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)10124
Metallurgical and Materials Engineering (5 Years, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree))10395
Biotechnology (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)10504
Ceramic Engineering and M.Tech Industrial Ceramic (5 Years, Bachelor and Master of Technology (Dual Degree))10733
Chemistry (5 Years, Integrated Master of Science)10799
Food Process Engineering (4 Years, Bachelor of Technology)11208
Life Science (5 Years, Integrated Master of Science)11814
Q:   What are the factors affecting NIT Rourkela BTech JEE Main 2023 cut off?
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There are various factors that play an important role in deciding the NIT Rourkela JEE Main 2023 cut off marks for admission to the BPlan and B.Arch programme. Listed below are the determining factors that are considered while releasing the NIT Rourkela JEE Main cut off 2023, including:

  • Previous year cutoff marks
  • Total number of participants
  • Total number of seats available
  • Candidate's academic performance

NIT Rourkela Rankings 2025

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Q:   Is NIT Rourkela ranked?
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Yes, NIT Rourkela is ranked by various ranking organisations. A few of the important National Institute of Technology, Rourkela rankings are mentioned below:

Ranking BodyRanks
NIRF 2023 under the Architecture category
8
NIRF 2023 under the Engineering category
16
NIRF 2023 under the Research category
29
NIRF 2023 under the Overall category
37
QS Southern Asia University Rankings 2023
59
NIRF 2022 for Engineering15
NIRF 2022 under the Research category24
NIRF 2022 under the Overall category39
Q:   What is the ranking for BTech at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela has been continuously ranked for its BTech programmes by top ranking bodies. As per the latest ranking trends, the institute has got the 16th position by NIRF and 36th position by TIMES in the year 2023. Check out the following table for the past three year ranking comparison by NIRF for NIT Rourkela BTech course:

Publisher202120222023
NIRF161516
Q:   Are NIT Rourkela BSc rankings appreciating or depreciating?
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NIT Rourkela rankings have been depreciating for the past two years. In the QS World University Ranking 2024, NIT Rourkela was ranked #291 in the ‘Asia’ which was 10 ranks below the ranking of #281 in 2023.

In the same ranking, NIT Rourkela achieved a ranking of #67 in the ‘South Asia’ category. This has also depreciated from last year as in 2023 the institute was ranked eight ranks above at #59.

Q:   Can I get admission in NIT Rourkela for BTech in Biotechnology if my rank is between 35000 and 40000?
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In 2024, the closing rank for BTech in Biotechnology was 29496 which is very close to this range. This was for the General category under the All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one cannot afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission. Since the cut-offs keep changing year on year, it is advisable to try to score better ranks to increase your chances of getting admission to NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology.

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NIT Rourkela Placements 2024

CourseMedian Salary
B.E. / B.Tech
10.5 LPA
M.E./M.Tech
10 LPA
M.Sc.
5.5 LPA
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Top Recruiters

Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited
GAIL(Gas AuthorityOf IndiaLtd)
Oracle
Google
TATA
pidilite industries
VISA
Deloitte
Samsung
CapGemini
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Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Internships and industry projects

Students get substantial industry exposure

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Employment opportunities

Many students started their own start-ups

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Employment opportunities

Higher in core jobs

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Higher studies preferences

Both inside India & outside India

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Placement support

Organized & proactive placement process

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Alumni network

Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Entrepreneurship cell

Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Overall feeling of students

Love being in college

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Q:   What is the reality of NIT Rourkela placements?
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The placements are good at NIT Rourkela.The institute has a good record of placements for its BTech, MTech, BArch and MBA courses. As per the 2024 placement reports, the NIT Rourkela the highest package offered during the placement drive stood at INR 120 LPA. The key highlights of NIT Rourkela placements for the Class of 2022-2024 are tabulated below:

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Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest Package

INR 48.84 LPA

INR 83.60 LPA

INR 120 LPA

Average Package

INR 11.15 LPA

INR 13.89 LPA

INR 13.21 LPA

Minimum Package

INR 2.60 LPA

INR 1 LPA

INR 3.30 LPA

Total Offers

1,316

1,326

1333

Q:   Is NIT Rourkela good in terms of placements?
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The placements are good at NIT Rourkela.The institute has a good record of placements for its BTech, MTech, BArch and MBA courses. As per the 2024 placement reports, the NIT Rourkela the highest package offered during the placement drive stood at INR 120 LPA. The key highlights of NIT Rourkela placements for the Class of 2022-2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2022)

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest Package

INR 48.84 LPA

INR 83.60 LPA

INR 120 LPA

Average Package

INR 11.15 LPA

INR 13.89 LPA

INR 13.21 LPA

Minimum Package

INR 2.60 LPA

INR 1 LPA

INR 3.30 LPA

Total Offers

1,316

1,326

1333

Q:   How are the Electronics and Communication Engineering placements NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela is well known for its BTech placements. It offers good placements every year for BTech courses, especially the BTech ECE branch. The NIT Rourkela BTech ECE the highest package offered in 2024 placements stood at INR 120 LPA. Meanwhile, check out the key highlights of NIT Rourkela placements for the CSE Class of 2023-2024 in the table below:

Particulars

Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest Package

INR 52.89 LPA

INR 120 LPA

Average Package

INR 19.89 LPA

INR 17.53 LPA

Median Package

INR 16.10 LPA

INR 13.5 LPA

Minimum Package

INR 5.5 LPA

INR 3 LPA

Q:   Who are the top recruiters of NIT Rourkela placements?
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The top recruiters who participated during NIT Rourkela placements in 2024 are presented in the table below:

NIT Rourkela Top Recruiters

Google

Microsoft

Apple

Amazon

Deloitte

BPCL

Wipro

GAIL

BEL

NIT Rourkela Scholarships 2025

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Q:   Does NIT Rourkela offer equal opportunities to students to apply for scholarships?
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Yes, NIT Rourkela offers equal opportunity to students to apply for the scholarships. Some of the scholarships provided by the university are PMS (Post-Matric Scholarships) (for SC-ST students) given by Orissa Government, Indian Oil Scholarships, and others. NIT is a government university hence the fee is not very high. Even if the students does not find the fee a little high, they can apply for the scholarships provided by the university. 

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NIT Rourkela Courses and Fees 2025

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B.E. / B.Tech(19 courses)
10+2 : 75 %
Exams : JEE Main
M.E./M.Tech(72 courses)
10+2 : 75 %
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : OJEEGATE+1 More
M.Sc.(11 courses)
10+2 : 75 %
Graduation : 60 %
B.Sc.(4 courses)
10+2 : 75 %
Exams : JEE Main
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
Graduation : 50 %
Exams : XATMAT+3 More
Ph.D.(5 courses)
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B.Arch(1 course)
10+2 : 45 %
Exams : JEE MainNATA
M.A.(1 course)
Graduation : 50 %
Graduation : 60 %
M.Plan(1 course)
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Q:   How much is the cost of MSc course in NIT Rourkela?
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The total tuition fee for MSc courses is INR 30,000 and INR 75,000 for the BSc + MSc integrated courses. Apart from this, the total course fee includes other components such as hostel fee, admission fee, caution money and institute emergency fund as well. Candidates can visit the institute's official website for more details as the mentioned fee is as per unofficial sources and can vary.

Q:   What is the expected JEE Main cutoff 2024?
A: 

NIT Manipur JEE Main cutoff 2024 has been released for admission to the BTech courses. During the Round 1 cutoff, the closing rank for CSE was 25886 for the General category students under the AII India Quota. Among OBC candidates, the closing rank for B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering stood at 8750. Candidates seeking admisison to NIT Manipur can refer to the table below to check out the Round 1 closing ranks for BTech in CSE course for various categories under the AI quota: 

Category

JEE Main 2024 Expected Cutoff

Common Rank List

90-91

Gen-EWS

75-76

OBC-NCL

73-74

SC

51-52

ST

37-38

PwD

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Q:   Which college has the most affordable tuition fee for BSc out of NIT Rourkela, NIT Patna and NIT Warangal?
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Out of NIT Rourkela, NIT Patna and NIT Warangal, NIT Rourkela has the most affordable tuition fees of INR 75,000 which is to be paid over 10 semesters. The total tuition fee of NIT Patna and NIT Warangal is INR 6.25 Lacs and INR 1 lakh, respectively.

However, this is not the only fee one has to pay throughout a semester. Extra costs like medical fees, student activity fee, hall establishment fee, etc. are also added in each semester.

Q:   Can I apply at NIT Rourkela for M.Tech without GATE score?
A: 

No, admission to the M.Tech courses is only through GATE in NITs. There is no other provision for admission. Furthermore, after GATE, it is also crucial that the candidates with scores equal to or more than the cutoff take part in CCMT counselling. The final selection is based on merit in both selection rounds.

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NIT Rourkela vs Other NITs: Which is better?

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₹ 7.78 LPA - 11.5 LPA₹ 5 L#13 NIRF, 2025
₹ 15 LPA - 26.58 LPA₹ 8 L#15 NIRF, 2025
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₹ 12 LPA₹ 5 L#28 NIRF, 2025
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Q:   How good is NIT Rourkela for BTech?
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 It is one of the prestigious institutes for BTech courses in the country. The institute provides great opportunities to students. In 2022 placements, 325 recruiters took part in its placements drive. Additionally, the highest and average package offered to students was INR 46.08 LPA and INR 19.04 LPA, respectively.

Check below for more reasons to join NIT Rourkela for BTech:

Q:   Is it good to do an MBA from NIT Rourkela? Does it provide better campus selection?
A: 

The MBA course at NIT Rourkela gets good placement packages. Check out the table for reference:

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Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest Package 

INR 12 LPA

Average Package 

INR 7.16 LPA

Median Package 

INR 6.8 LPA

Minimum Package 

INR 4.6 LPA

Offers made 

12

Q:   Which one is better for B.Tech among NIT Rourkela, NIT Surathkal, and NIT Warangal?
A: 

The BTech tuition fees for all three NITs mentioned below is INR 5 lakhs. NIT Rourkela BTech college comparison of top NITs for their BTech course based on the highest package offered is tabulated below:

BTech offering NIT

the highest Package (2022)

NIT Rourkela

INR 46.08 LPA

NIT Surathkal

INR 45 LPA

NIT Warangal

INR 62.5 LPA

Note: This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change.

Q:   Which is more affordable for MBA: NIT Jalandhar or NIT Rourkela?
A: 

NIT Jalandhar and NIT Rourkela both offer MBA in full-time mode. There is a clear difference in the tuition fees of both colleges. Find below the tuition fee comparison between NIT Jalandhar and NIT Rourkela for MBA: 

College NameMBA Tuition Fee*
NIT JalandharINR 1.4 lakh
NIT RourkelaINR 4 lakh

*This information is sourced from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Students are requested to visit the official website to get more details on the same.

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NIT Rourkela Application Process 2025

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Q:   Are admissions open for MBA at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela MBA admissions will open soon for 2026. The application process is conducted on the institute's official website. 

Q:   How can I get admission in NIT Rourkela for MBA?
A: 

To get admission to MBA course at NIT Rourkel, the minimum eligibility is to get a Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university with at least 50% aggregate. Eligible students can further fill out the application form via online mode (nitrkl.ac.in). Candidates are shortlisted for this course based on the score in CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT. Further, the shortlisted candidates are called for GDPI round. The selected candidates are offered seats through a common counselling process.

Q:   What is the cutoff of NIT Rourkela for 2025 admission?
A: 

For the General AI category, NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2025 varied from 3122 to 34766, wherein Computer Science and Engineering was the toughest specialisation. BTech admission to this institution is done through the JEE Main entrance exam score, followed by the JoSSA counselling process, which goes on for multiple rounds.

Below is a table provided detailing NIT Rourkela BTech cutoff 2025 for Round 1 for the General AI candidates. Other categories, round and quota, will have different cutoffs.

CourseJoSAA Round 1 Cutoff 2025
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering3122
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence3650
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering5109
B.Tech. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering8167
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering9416
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering12248
B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering15509
Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Physics16278
B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering16985
B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering22637
B.Tech. in Industrial Design22900
Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Mathematics23032
B.Tech. in Civil Engineering23208
B.Tech. in Biotechnology23562
B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering26442
B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering26762
Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Chemistry29185
B.Tech. in Mining Engineering29975
B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering30376
Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Life Science30511
B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering + M.Tech. in Industrial Ceramic Engineering31064
B.Tech. + M.Tech. in Mining Engineering34630
B.Tech. in Food Process Engineering34766

 

Q:   What is JEE Mains 2026 exam date session 2?
A: 

The NTA has released the exam dates for the JEE Main 2026 Session 2. Paper 1 (BE/ BTech) will be administered between April 2, 2026 to April 9, 2026. The Session 2 registration will open in the last week of January. The applicants are requested to fill the application form available on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in.

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Q:   What all extra curricular activities are offered by NIT Rourkela?
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In addition to the academic support, NIT Rourkela promotes extra-curricular activities to ensure all-round development of personality. The Student Activity Centre (SAC) is the central hub for student activities, student organizations, programming, events, sports, recreation and fun at the institute campus. The Student Activity Centre is organised into four primary societies and a host of satellite clubs. 

Q:   What is the seat intake for BTech at NIT Rourkela?
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As per the official website, NIT Rourkela offers BTech course across 14 specialisations. The seat intake for all specialisations is 839. Find below the specialisation-wise seat bifurcation for BTech offered at NIT Rourkela:

BTech SpecialisationsSeat Intake*
Industrial Design38
Electronics and Communication Engineering56
Chemical Engineering62
Ceramic Engineering43
Mining Engineering43
Civil and Materials Engineering13
Mechanical Engineering113
Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering56
Biotechnology38
Biomedical Engineering39
Food Process Engineering38
Computer Science and Engineering113
Civil Engineering74
Electrical Engineering113

*This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. 

Q:   How is the infrastructure of NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela has a big campus. The National Institute of Technology, Rourkela has a library, classrooms, hostels, and cafeterias. Some of the other campus facilities include central library, guest houses, sports facilities, and others. The university has conference halls, sports ground, canteen, and provides transportation facilities to students.

Q:   What facilities are available on NIT Rourkela campus (libraries, labs, sports facilities, etc.)?
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NIT Rourkela has a very big campus. The National Institute of Technology, Rourkela has various classrooms, hostels, a library, and cafeterias. Some of the other campus facilities include: -Hostel facilities for boys and girls -Central Library -Sports facilities -Canteens and swimming pool -Shopping and health centre -Guest houses.
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NIT Rourkela Departments

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Q:   How is NIT Rourkela's Metallurgy and Materials Engineering?
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The Metallurgy and Materials Engineering Department of the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela is one of the most well-respected and the oldest departments present in the country. It offers a B.Tech degree in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering, which is accredited by the NBA (National Board of Accreditation). This department is headed by a strong faculty with a good mix of research expertise and experience. It also has well-equipped workshops and laboratories, that offer students an opportunity to gain hands-on experience.

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NIT Rourkela FAQs

Q:   How good is NIT Rourkela for MTech?
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It provides great career opportunities to students. In the 2022 placements, as per media reports, 1,274 offers were made. The highest and average package offered stood at INR 46.08 LPA and INR 19.04 LPA, respectively. Moreover, NIRF also ranked NIT Rourkela 15 under the Engineering category in the 2022 rankings. Thus, it is a good college for M.Tech aspirants.

Q:   What is the fee for MSc at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela MSc is a PG level course offered for the duration ranging from 2 years to 5 years. The institute offers MSc on the basis of valid entrance scores such as IIT JAM, CCMN, JEE Main, DASA UG or equivalent. The total tuition fees of the MSc ranges from INR 30K to INR 75K. 

Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for NIT Rourkela MBA course admission?
A: 

To be eligible to get admission to MBA course at NIT Rourkela, students are required to fulfil minimum eligibility criteria for the course. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree of three-year duration from a recognised institute/ university with a minimum of 50% aggregate or equivalent CGPA (45% for SC/ ST/ PwD candidates) are eligible to apply for the course. The students appearing for the final year of their bachelor's degree/ equivalent qualification or awaiting results are also eligible to apply.

Q:   What is the average package offered to the M.Tech CSE branch during the recent NIT Rourkela placements?
A: 

The NIT Rourkela CSE average package offered during the 2024 placement drive was INR 15.73 LPA. The NIT Rourkela CSE average package offered between 2023 and 2024 is tabulated below: 

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Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

NIT Rourkela M.Tech CSE Average Package

INR 21.36 LPA

INR 15.73 LPA

Q:   Does NIT Rourkela accept CMAT score for MBA?
A: 

Yes, aspirants can apply for MBA at NIT Rourkela can apply with a valid score of CMAT. The other accepted entrance exams are CAT/XAT/MAT. Candidates shall have the CMAT scorecard with them at the time of form filling and admission process. There is 40% weightage given to the entrance scores in the total selection process. Interested candidates can check out the CMAT 2024 registration process here.

Q:   Why choose NIT Rourkela?
A: 

NIT Rourkela is a government funded national-level institution managed by the Board of Governors of the National Institute of Technology (Rourkela) Society. The Institute offers courses accredited by NBA and is ranked 67 by the QS Southern Asia University Ranking 2024.

It is ranked 13 under the Engineering category of NIRF 2025 rankings. The Institute offers BTech and MBA as flagship programme. Apart from this, the Institute offers several other facilities and opportunities alongside academics.

Q:   What is the fee for BTech offered at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela BTech fee is INR 5 lakh. The total tuition fee for BTech + MTech courses is INR 6.3 lakh. It includes other components as well, such as hostel fees, admission fee, caution money and institute emergency fund. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. 

Q:   What is the median package offered at NIT Rourkela during the latest placement drive?
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The course-wise NIT Rourkela median packages offered in 2023 and 2024 are presented below:

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Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

Median Package (BTech)

INR 12.59 LPA

INR 11.5 LPA

Median Package (BArch)

INR 4 LPA

INR 6.57 LPA

Median Package (Integrated Msc)

INR 8.10 LPA

INR 6 LPA

Median Package (BTech and M.Tech Dual Degree)

INR 7.50 LPA

INR 7.78 LPA

Median Package (MTech)

INR 10 LPA

INR 9 LPA

Median Package (MBA)

INR 5 LPA

INR 6 LPA

Median Package (MA)

INR 5 LPA

INR 4.65 LPA

Median Package (MSc)

INR 8 LPA

INR 5.5 LPA

Median Package (PhD)

INR 10.20 LPA

INT 11.40 LPA

Q:   What is the JEE Main application fee?
A: 

The application fees for JEE Main is

  • INR 1,000 for Male unreserved, OBC, EWS category candidates
  • INR 800 for Female unreserved/OBC/EWS category candidates
  • INR 500 for SC/ST/PwD/Transgender category candidates
Q:   What is the average package offered to the BTech CSE branch during the recent NIT Rourkela placements?
A: 

The NIT Rourkela CSE average package offered during the 2024 placement drive was INR 21.6 LPA. The NIT Rourkela CSE average package offered between 2023 and 2024 is tabulated below: 

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Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

NIT Rourkela BTech CSE Average Package

INR 24.07 LPA

INR 21.6 LPA

Q:   How are BSc placements at NIT Rourkela?
A: 

No specific data is available for NIT Rourkela BSc placements 2024 but As per the media reports, the overall NIT Rourkela average package offered in 2024 stood at INR 12.89 LPA.

Earlier, NIT Rourkela concluded the placements for the batch passed out in 2023. As per the report, the participating recruiters presented 1,326 job offers to the Class of 2023. The the highest and average package offered during NIT Rourkela placements in 2023 was INR 83.60 LPA and INR 13.89 LPA,  respectively.

Q:   What is the median package for MBA offered at NIT Rourkela placements?
A: 

NIT Rourkela MBA median package stood at INR 6 LPA in 2024. The median package was INR 5 LPA in the 2023 placements.

 
Q:   What is the cost of studying MBA at NIT Rourkela?
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The NIT Rourkela total tuition fee for an MBA is INR 4 lakh. The hostel charges are INR 20,000 and INR 17,500 has to be paid as a one-time fee. NITR one time fee includes admission fee, caution money, and institute emergency fund. This information is taken from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Students are requested to visit the official website to know more details around NIT Rourkela MBA fees.

Q:   How to apply MBA at NIT Rourkela?
A: 

NIT Rourkela MBA applications are accepted online. Candidates must check the eligibility criteria before applying. After the declaration of CAT results, candidates have to register. The steps for the form filling for NIT Rourkela MBA course admissions are: Visit the official website, Registration, Login to fill form, upload documents, pay fees, and submit the application.

Q:   How to get MSc in NIT Rourkela?
A: 

 For admission to an MSc course, aspirants must have taken the IIT JAM entrance test. Based on the NIT Rourkela cutoff, candidates are shortlisted on the basis of merit in IIT JAM and are called for CCMN Counselling. Furthermore, the final seat allotment is carried out based on the cumulative score in the entrance test and based on the counselling round.

Q:   What is the minimum percentage required for BTech at NIT Rourkela?
A: 

To get admission to BTech at NIT Rourkela, candidates must secure a minimum of 75% aggregate scores in the last qualfying exams of Class 12. Further, admission to B.Tech courses at National Institute of Technology, Rourkela is based on the JEE Main score. The centralised counselling process is managed and regulated by Joint Seat Allocation Authority JoSAA based on which the seat allotment is carried out. The seat allotment is based on the cutoff released by NIT Rourkela and a candidate's preference for courses and colleges. Further, the remaining vacant seats are filled through CSAB counselling.

Q:   How are the PhD packages offered at NIT Rourkela placements?
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The PhD course at NIT Rourkela gets good placement packages. Check out the table for reference:

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Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest Package 

INR 18 LPA

INR 25 LPA

Average Package 

INR 11.45 LPA

INR 12.75 LPA

Median Package 

INR 10.2 LPA

INR 11.4 LPA

Minimum Package 

INR 7.5 LPA

INR 6 LPA

Offers made 

9

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Q:   What is JEE Main 2024 session 2 Registration Date?
A: 

JEE Main Registration 2024 session 2 last date was March 4. NTA released JEE Main 2024 Application form session 2 on February 2. JEE Main Application form 2024 session 2 was available online on the official website jeemain.nta.ac.in. Candidates who have applied for JEE Main 2024 session 1 had not register again. Such candidates only need to fill the paper details (BE/BTech or BArch/BPlan) and pay application fees. JEE Main 2024 registration last date session 2 was March 4.

Q:   How are the BTech placements at NIT Rourkela?
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As per the 2024 report, the participating recruiters presented 790 job offers to the BTech batch 2024. The highest and average package offered during NIT Rourkela BTech placements in 2024 was INR 120 LPA and INR 14.57 LPA, respectively. The key highlights of NIT Rourkela BTech placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

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Placement Statistics (2023)

Placement Statistics (2024)

the highest Package

INR 83.60 LPA

INR 120 LPA

Average Package

INR 15.74 LPA

INR 13.98 LPA

Minimum Package

INR 3 LPA

INR 3 LPA

Total Offers

787

899

Q:   How are NIT Rourkela 2024 cut off marks determined?
A: 

NIT Rourkela cutoff were released through Direct Admission of Students Abroad (DASA) for Undergraduate coursesNIT Roukela DASA UG cutoff is decided based on various factors, such as the total number of available seats, the marks obtained by the candidates, the number of candidates who appeared in the exam, etc. Given below are the list of some related factors involve to determine the DASA UG cutoff:

  • Total numbers of Seats available for the candidates in a given year
  • Number of applications filled by the candidates for the specific seats
  • Difficulty level of exam (Shift-wise)
  • Performance of candidates
  • Previous years' cutoff trends
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NIT Rourkela offers admission to MSc specialisations on the basis of IIT JAM exam results, followed by CCMN counselling. NIT Rourkela CCMN cutoff has been released for round 5. The cutoff was released category-wise for the All India category candidates. Among the General AI category, the closing ran

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Choose NISER Bhubaneswar if you're research oriented, aiming for top PhD programs or R&D positions, and prefer a stipend-supported campus with strong scientific mentorship.

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The closing rank for general category in M.Sc Chemistry was around 787.

You rank is actually very close to the cutoff.

You may receive a seat in 2nd round or 3rd round as it might change across the rounds when seats freed.

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The rankings of IIT Bhubaneswar and NIT Rourkela are different. NIT Rourkela is ranked 16th in the engineering college and IIT Bhubaneswar is ranked 47th according to NIRF ranking. and NIT Rourkella come among top 50 college in the country while IIT Bhubneshawar come among 20 indias top engineering

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The basic eligibility requirement to get admission into M.Tech courses at NIT Rourkela and NIT Andhra Pradesh is almost similar. Moreover, NIT Rourkela & NIT Andhra Pradesh M.Tech course admission is based on a valid Graduate Aptitude Test (GATE) score obtained by eligible candidates. Thus, it is ha

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