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NIT Rourkela: Admission, Cutoffs 2026, Fees, Courses and Ranking

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Q:   How is life at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology?
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NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology gives a good campus life experience to its students. The institute has strong academics, good student culture, and a residential, engineering-college rhythm.

There are active labs and sponsored projects in areas such as materials, renewable energy, data science, robotics, and metallurgy; undergrad research requires proactive outreach.

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 cutoff for NIT Rourkela admission?
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NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026 ranged from 398 to 41435 for the General AI category in the first round. 

The NIT Rourkela cutoff 2026 was released for the first round for admission to the BTech, BArch, Integrated BSc+ MSc and BTech +MTech courses. See the table below to know the cutoff range for all AI and HS quota categories. 

Category (All India)NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026
General398 - 41435
OBC154- 13474
SC60 - 6696
ST22 - 2946
PWD94 - 1163
EWS115 - 6112
Category (Home State)NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026
General760 - 61256
OBC703 - 21229
SC250 - 12086
ST41 - 5182
PWD108 - 1978
EWS144 -10329

 

Q:   Can I apply at NIT Rourkela for M.Tech without GATE score?
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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 Admission Updates 2026

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

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  • 10+2 with 75% aggregate
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Special OJEE admit card 2026 releaseTentative
28 Jul '26 - 3 Aug '26
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Q:   Can I get direct admission in NIT Rourkela?
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No, students cannot get direct admission in NIT Rourkela. Entrance exams are required for admission in the college. The selection criteria for admission is based on the scores in JEE Main/ GATE/ IIT JAM/ CAT/ MAT/ CMAT and others, followed by counselling process.

Q:   How to get a seat in NIT Rourkela?
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To get admission in NIT Rourkela, students must meet the eligibility and selection requirement. NIT Rourkela offers admission through entrance examinations and merit. The institute accepts JEE Main/ GATE/ IIT JAM/ CAT/ MAT/ CMAT and others for admission. The NIT Rourkela application process is completed in online mode. Students must pay fee to confirm admission in preferred course.

Q:   In which NIT is it easier to get admission into M.Tech course among NIT Rourkela and NIT Andhra Pradesh?
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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 hard to compare which institution is easier to get admission to. However, there are several other factors on which candidates can compare the competitiveness to get admission into the M.Tech course at both institutes:

NIT Andhra Pradesh Cutoff NIT Rourkela Cutoff 
NIT Andhra Pradesh Rankings NIT Rourkela Rankings  


 

Q:   How can I get admission at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela admission process to the courses offered at the institute is conducted on the basis of entrance exams. The modes of National Institute of Technology Rourkela course admissions are online and offline. Candidates must secure a valid score in accepted entrance exams such as OJEE, GATE, JEE Main or equivalent for the final NIT Rourkela admission process. 

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Top recruiting companies are Microsoft, Amazon, Google, ServiceNow, Brillio, Cognizant, ADP, Deloitte, Infosys, TCS, and Wipro.
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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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Great choice for Mining Engineering with supportive faculty and vibrant culture.
Placements: NIT Rourkela Mining branch has decent placements. Around 80% students got placed. The highest package was 12 LPA, and the average was around 7-8 LPA. Top recruiters are Coal India and Vedanta. Many students got management trainee and graduate engineer roles. 
Infrastructure: The mining department has decent labs and classrooms with decent Wi-Fi connectivity. The central library is huge and well-stocked. Hostels are average; room's are okay, but maintenance could be better. Mess food is manageable, but gets repetitive. Sports facilities and medical campus care are quite good. 
Faculty: The faculty members in the mining department are highly qualified, knowledgeable, and generally supportive. The teaching quality is good, though some subjects require self-study. The curriculum is relevant and aligned with industry standards. Semester exams are moderate difficult, and the pass percentage is quite high, around 90-95%. .
Other: I chose mining due to the strong core placements. The best thing is the huge, green campus and the active club culture. Fest season, like Innovision and Nitrutsav, is amazing and brings great energy. The campus crowd is diverse, and extracurricular opportunities are plenty, though traveling out of Rourkela takes time. 
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B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering - Batch of 2029
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The college is good. It is equal to IIT level.
Placements: Approximately 80% students are placed. The highest package is 39 LPA, the lowest is 4 LPA, and the average is 12 LPA. Many tech giants come for interviews. There are not many core opportunities. There are many top roles, but not in core. If a student is placed at a tech IT company, then only he or she gets SDE-level posts. Most jobs are junior-level employee roles.
Infrastructure: The college hostel facilities are great. Food is above average. The canteen is also above average. Medical facilities are very good here in NITR. Sports and games facilities are very good. There is a swimming pool present in NITR. The sports culture is very good, and a new indoor complex is also available.
Faculty: Faculty quality is average to good. Teachers are knowledgeable and skilled but difficult to learn from. The semester exams are very hectic. The pass percentage of students is around 70 percent.
Other: The branches are good. Events and everything are also good.
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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering - Batch of 2029
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The best college for a student.
Placements: Almost all students get placed in our college. The highest package goes around 1 crore. The lowest package goes around 7 LPA, and the average package is around 10 LPA. The top recruiting companies that come are Amazon, Flipkart, Microsoft, etc.
Infrastructure: The hostel has all facilities required for students. It has badminton, tennis, basketball courts, table tennis, carrom, chess, etc., and a gym as well. It helps in the overall development of students. It also has a movie theatre.
Faculty: Faculty members are very good because they are experts and even pass-outs from IITs or NITs. They teach in a manner includes theory and practical knowledge, with real-life examples. It helps us gain knowledge about several topics.
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More than just academics - Life at NIT Rourkela.
Placements: Placements in the Mining dual degree branch at NIT Rourkela are decent. Around 70-90 percent of students get placed depending on the batch. The average package is around 6-8 LPA. Core mining companies like Coal India, Vedanta, and Tata Steel visiting. However, core opportunities are limited. So many students go for non-core roles like IT or analytics for better packages. Overall, placements are stable, but getting higher packages requires extra effort and skill development.
Infrastructure: As I'm a female student, we are first allotted KMS Hall, which is old, but the food here is good compared to the other hostels, however, a lot of cases of food poisoning were noticed last month. Rest, everything is available on campus, sometimes there are Wi-Fi issues. We have study rooms in every hostel. Classrooms and the library are really good. Events are organised regularly for sports and games. So, you can also grab what you're passionate about and not just studying. For the canteen, we got two of them. A day canteen and a night canteen.
Faculty: Faculty in the Mining department are qualified and experienced, but teaching quality can vary from professor to professor. Some are very helpful and explain concepts clearly, and others are more focused on theory. The course curriculum is relevant for core mining concepts, but it doesn't fully make students industry-ready, so practical learning and self-effort are important. Semester exams are moderately difficult and manageable if you study consistently. The pass percentage is quite high, and most students are able to clear exams.
Other: My dad is working in a mining-based company, so I already had some idea about the field. Because of that, I considered this course while filling out my college preferences. One of the good things about the course is that it gives strong core knowledge and decent opportunities in both core and non-core fields. However, I feel there could be more practical exposure. Apart from academics, the campus life is quite good with many fests, clubs, and activities to explore. The campus is well-connected and has all the basic facilities, overall, the experience is comfortable.
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Placements: We have a placement cell at our college that helps us out a ton. They're always sending us emails and texts, so we're ready when companies show up. Many deserving students get internships in companies like IBM, TCS, Flipkart, and Microsoft. Most of these pay at least Rs. 5,000 per month as a stipend.
Infrastructure: Our college has nice buildings and gear, which is really helpful for Science students. Labs have all tools we need, and the library is solid. The hostel is big enough for students who live far away. The eating area is always clean. The food is alright, but I wish they made more things that students actually like to eat. Classrooms are small.
Faculty: The course curriculum is actually pretty interesting. First, it conducts mid-terms, and then finals. There is about one teacher for every ten students, which is nice. Teachers are highly educated and have worked in their fields for years. We can just go to their office for a chat or even text them if we need help.
Other: We have big tests every two months.
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All about the NIT Rourkela campus.
Placements: In our branch, mostly students are placed till now, about 90% of them. The highest package is about 82 LPA, the lowest is about 12 LPA, and the average will be around 15-20 LPA. Mostly roles offered are SWE, Data Engineer, and Data Analyst roles.
Infrastructure: The infrastructure of our college is extremely good and, in comparison with other NIT's, the best and competes with the Top IIT's in the country. Wi-Fi is available in every hostel common room, and ethernet cables in each of the hostel rooms, it has a grand library.
Faculty: The faculty members are good, some of them could be difficult to handle, and many of them are extremely chill kind of people. The course is very demanding by the companies, and almost all companies open job roles for this branch. Exams occur 2 times in one semester.
Other: There are a lot of festivals that happen within a year, almost 5 festivals that are organized by the SAC, NITR.
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NIT Rourkela Cutoff 2026

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JEE Main Last Round Closing Rank (General-All India)
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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering336542453606
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering705666894623
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.)907821398
B.Tech. in Artificial Intelligence478755034078
B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing– / –– / –4457
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Q:   Can I get admission to the Integrated BSc + MSc course in Chemistry at NIT Rourkela? My rank is between 50000 and 55000?
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For last year, the closing rank for Integrated BSc + MSc in Chemistry was 54745 which is very close to this range. This was for General category under 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. However, the cut offs keep changing year on year, it's advisable to try to score better ranks to increase your chances of getting admission to various courses at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology.

Q:   What is the highest JEE Main rank to get into NIT Rourkela? I belong to the OBC category.
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The highest rank to get into NIT Rourkela was 13474 for the OBC AI category in the first round. This cutoff was for the Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Life Science course. If you want admission to the BTech course, then the highest rank was 12025 for the BTech in Food Process Engineering course. 

For the OBC HS category, the highest round 1 rank was 21229 for the Integrated BSc + MSc in Life Science course. In the BTech course branch, the highest rank was for the BTech in Ceramic Engineering + MTech in Industrial Ceramic Engineering course, with the cutoff being 19146. 

The NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026 was published for admission to BTech, BArch and other courses too. Please keep in mind that this is the cutoff for the first round; other rounds will have different cutoffs. For more information, click here. 

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:   How is NIT Rourkela cutoff marks determined?
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The NIT Rourkela GATE CCMT cutoff 2025 is determined based on a few key factors:

  1. Total number of seats available: The cutoff primarily depends on the total number of seats available in medical colleges across the country for that particular year.
  2. Number of candidates appearing for the exam: The larger the number of candidates appearing for NEET, the higher the competition and the higher the cutoff scores.
  3. Difficulty level of the question paper: If the question paper is perceived to be difficult in a given year, the cutoff scores tend to be lower to account for the tougher exam. Conversely, an easier paper may result in higher cutoff scores.
  4. Normalisation process: NEET UG uses a normalisation process to ensure fairness across multiple sessions of the exam. This normalisation takes into account the difficulty level of each session's question paper.

After analysing all these factors and ensuring a fair and equitable selection process, the final cutoff for each category is determined by SVNIT Surat, which is the governing body for CCMT admissions. The cutoff marks are published after the declaration of results.

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NIT Rourkela Rankings 2026

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Publisher202320242025
NIRF161913
Times3658
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Q:   Is NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology ranked well for BTech?
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Yes, NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology is ranked well for BTech. NIT Rourkela is one of the top NITs in the country and is ranked 13 under the Engineering category by NIRF 2025.

Q:   What rank is NIT Rourkela?
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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 rank of NIT Rourkela for BTech?
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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:   Is NIT Rourkela a Tier 1 college?
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Yes, NIT Rourkela is a Tier 1 college. All the NITs and IITs come under the Tier 1 category only. 

NIT Rourkela is one of the top NITs in the country which is ranked 13 under Engineering, and 7 under Architecture & Planning category by NIRF 2025.

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NIT Rourkela Placements 2025

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Oracle
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Internships and industry projects

Students can work with faculty on research projects

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Many students started their own start-ups

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Higher studies preferences

Both inside India & outside India

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Organized & proactive placement process

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Strong alumni network that help with placement opportunities

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Very Active and resourceful, college is also involved

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Q:   What is the highest package at the NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela the highest package for 2025 placements is INR 62.44 LPA. A total of 1290 offers were made this year. Top recruiters of NIT Rourkela this year included Amazon, Deloitte and EY.

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

NIT Rourkela Top Recruiters

Google

Microsoft

Apple

Amazon

Deloitte

BPCL

Wipro

GAIL

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Q:   What has been the trend of the BTech cut off in Ceramic Engineering at NIT Rourkela in the last few years?
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The cutoff trend for the BTech at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology is seen to be decreasing in recent years. In 2021, the closing rank for BTech under the General category for all India quota was 48630. In 2022, it decreased to 41669. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from 59378 to 52928 for OBC, 147690 to 140794 for SC, 208976 to 143477 for ST, 55149 to 54081 for EWS. This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, as the demand for Engineering education in India continues to grow. A similar cut-off trend can be seen for female candidates under all categories however the ranks are slightly different.

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Yes, NIT Rourkela offers scholarship to students. The institute offers scholarship to meritorious students. The institute also provides financial assistance to students from low economically backgrounds. Special scholarship schemes are offered to SC, ST, OBC, Economically Weaker Section (EWS), and female students.

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NIT Rourkela Application Process 2026

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Q:   What is the JEE Main application fee for BTech admission at IIT Bhilai?
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The application fees for JEE Main is written below

  • 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 MAT application process?
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Candidates can fill the MAT application form through the official website of MAT . Here are the steps to do so : 

 1.Open official website of AIMA MAT. 

2. Enter requires details for registration like Name, Phone Number, Email ID, Date of Birth and set a password. 

3. Click on submit button.

4. An OTP will be sent in the registered mobile number which you used just now to register.

5. Verify phone number using the OTP. 

6. New login will be sent in your email. 

7. Select exam mode, exam date and other details

8. Upload your documents like passport size photo and signature. 

9. Select 5 MBA institutes of your preference. (choice declaration).

10. Pay the fee via debit/credit card or net banking. 

11. In the next page add personal details, academic details, address, etc.

12. Fill the remaining fields and the click on the declaration check box

13. Submit the form to complete the process.

To know more about the examination, refer to the official website.

 

Q:   When will CMAT 2025 be conducted?
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Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is a national level entrance examination conducted by National Testing Agency ( NTA), for candidates pursuing management studies in top educational institutes.

The dates for Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) is not officially announced by the conducting body, National Testing Agency (NTA) yet. However, the examination is expected to be conducted anyday during the month of April or May .

NTA will notify the candidates at least two to three months prior to the examination i.e. during January or February to begin the registration process. 

For more information about Common Management Admission Test (CMAT) examination, candidates are advised to keep checking the official website of National Testing Agency (NTA).

Q:   How to take admission in BTech at NIT Rourkela?
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To get admission in BTech at NIT Rourkela, Candidate must have passed the 10+2 (or equivalent) exam from a recognised board with a minimum of 75% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) subjects for the general category. Reserved category candidates might have a slightly lower minimum percentage. Admission is based on your JEE (Main) score. 

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Apply for JEE Main and Appear for the exam: Take the JEE Main exam when scheduled. The exam consists of two papers - Paper 1 (Mathematics and Science) and Paper 2 (optional for B.Arch and B.Planning).After the exam, the NTA will declare the JEE Main results. These will include your percentile score and rank.

JoSAA Counselling: Candidates need to participate in the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counselling process where you'll fill out your preferred choices for colleges and BTech programs (including NIT Rourkela) based on your JEE Main rank. Seat allotment will be based on your rank, programme preferences, and seat availability.

Once a seat is allotted to you at NIT Rourkela, you'll need to accept the offer, pay the required fees, and complete the admission formalities as specified by the institute.

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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:   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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Q:   Is NIT Rourkela good for MSc?
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It is a good institute for candidates wanting to pursue MSc courses. As per NIRF’s overall rankings for 2022, NIT Rourkela was ranked 39. The placements at the institute are also great as many industry giants participate in the placement drive. Some of the top recruiters that take part in the drive are Apple, Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Wipro, Deloitte, etc.

Q:   What has been the trend for cut-off in BTech +MTech in Mining Engineering in NIT Rourkela in the last few years?
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NIT Rourkela BTech +M.Tech in Mining Engineering cut off trend has been increasing in the recent years. In 2021, the closing rank for BTech under General category for all India quota was 35458. In 2022, it increased to 53000. The cut off ranks have changed from 54879 to 68996 for OBC, 7721 to 6365 for SC, and 6415 to 193470 for ST. Similar cut off trend can be seen for female candidates under all categories however the ranks are slightly different.

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.
Q:   What is the year-wise cutoff trend for BTech CSE at NIT Rourkela?
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For the General AI category, the competition has been decreasing from 2024 to 2026 (in the first round).  For the OBC AI category, competition from 2024 to 2026 has also decreased.

For all the other All India categories, like SC, ST, EWS and PWD, the cutoff has been fluctuating. See below to know the cutoff in detail for the AI quota. Please note that other categories will have different cutoff trends. 

BTech CSE cutoff 2026BTech CSE cutoff 2025BTech CSE cutoff 2024
General 
360631222680
OBC
11611011968
SC
458407512
ST
216230193
PWD
949640
EWS
515338396
Q:   Why choose NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology?
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NIT Rourkela is a government institute recognized by the UGC. Some of the reasons to choose NIT Rourkela are given below:

  • Ranking: NIT Rourkela is ranked 13 under Engineering, and 7 under Architecture & Planning category by NIRF 2025.
  • Placements: Students get placements in companies like Amazon, Deloitte and EY.
  • Scholarships: Students of NIT Rourkela get various scholarships like PMS (Post-Matric Scholarships) for SC-ST students which is given by Orissa Government
Q:   I have got 2000 rank in JEE Main. What rank do I require to take admission in NIT Rourkela?
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To get admission at NIT Rourkela, General AI category students need to attain a rank of at least 41435 or below to be eligible, according to the round 1 of NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026. For this category, the round 1 cutoff ranged from 398 to 41435. Among all the courses, BArch and Integrated BSc + MSc in Life Science were the most and least competitive courses for admission. 

For the students who belong to the General HS category, the required round 1 rank needed for admission should be at least 61256 or below. 

Please know that other categories, rounds, quotas, etc., will have different cutoffs. For more information, click here.

Q:   What is the NIT Rourkela M.Tech fee?
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NIT Rourkela total tuition fee for MTech is INR 1.4 lakh and for BTech + MTech is INR 6.30 lakh. This fee is calculated as per the data collected from the official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Aspirants can visit the official website for more details around NIT Rourkela MTech fee.

Q:   Does NIT Rourkela accept CMAT score?
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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:   What is the NIT Rourkela JEE Mains cutoff for CSE?
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NIT Rourkela CSE cutoff 2026 was 3606 for the General AI category in the first round. The NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026  was published for the first round for admission to the BTech CSE and other courses.  

See the table below to know the round 1 cutoff for both All India and Home State quota categories. 

CategoryNIT Rourkela CSE cutoff 2026
All India Quota Categories
General 3606
OBC 1161
SC 458
ST 216
EWS 515
PWD 94
Home State Quota Categories
General 9635
OBC 4463
SC 1435
ST 1038
EWS 2177
PWD 108
Q:   Is there any entrance exam for admission at NIT Rourkela?
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Yes, entrance tests are accepted for selection in NIT Rourkela. The selection for admission in preferred programme is based on the merit and the candidate's performance in the mentioned entrance tests:

  • CAT
  • MAT
  • JEE Main
  • NATA
  • GATE
  • UGC NET
  • IIT JAM
Q:   What is the Bihar Student Credit Card? Does NIT Rourkela accept it?
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Yes, NIT Rourkela accepts admissions under the Bihar Student Credit Card (BSCCS) for various courses. Bihar Student Credit Card System provides financial aid to students to complete higher education. To be eligible for BSCC, applicant must be a permanent resident of Bihar. The student should have pass Class 10/ Class 12 in Bihar and annual family income of the student must be less than INR 50,000.

Q:   Why choose NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology?
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NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology is a government institute,  recognized by the UGC. Some of the reasons to choose NIT Rourkela are given below:

  • Ranking: NIT Rourkela is ranked 13 under Engineering, and 7 under Architecture & Planning category by NIRF 2025.
  • Placements: Top recruiters of the college include Amazon, Deloitte and EY.
  • Scholarships: NIT Rourkela gives many scholarships like Bharti Airtel Scholarship, Bihar Credit Card Scheme, BSNL Scholarship, J R JINDAL Scholarship etc..
Q:   What is the eligibility criteria for BTech course at NIT Rourkela?
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NIT Rourkela offers BTech course to students at the UG level. It is offered for 4 years in several specialisations. To be eligible for BTech at NIT Rourkela Odisha, candidates must fulfil the eligibility criteria set by the college. Candidates must be Class 12 passed with 75% aggregate. 

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:   Will I get admission into NIT Rourkela for M.Sc chemistry? I got AIR 813 in IIT JAM 2025 general category.
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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.

Congratulations on your excellent rank and all the best.

Q:   With my rank 25,000 OBC NACL category. Can I get BITS or NIT with CSE, ECE, Mechanical, Petroleum Engineering?
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You can get CSE in GFTI as per the JoSSA counselling cutoff last year. You cannot get any branch, like CSE, ECE in NIT at this rank.

Q:   Which one is better- IIT Jodhpur Civil Engineering branch or NIT Rourkela Mechanical Engineering branch?
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The Civil Engineering branch at IIT Jodhpur stands alongside the Mechanical Engineering branch at NIT Rourkela in terms of their reputation. The overall placement statistics and rankings point to a marginal advantage of the Mechanical Engineering programme at NIT Rourkela. According to NIRF NIT Rourkela holds position 16 and IIT Jodhpur ranks 53. Students pursuing Mechanical Engineering at NIT Rourkela can expect placement opportunities that reach 90% of the student body while receiving average salaries starting from INR 9.5 Lacs annually. Civil Engineering graduates from IIT Jodhpur obtain employment placement at 80% while receiving an average annual salary of INR 8.5 Lacs per annum.

Q:   How can I prepare for admission to NIT Rourkela?
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To ace JEE Main, all you need is a strategy and a plan of preparation for admission to the NIT Rourkela B.Tech program. Below is a well-customized exam preparation strategy:

  • Revise as much as you can.
  • Complete as many mock tests as you can and then analyze your mistakes. 
  • Select the reference book carefully.
  • Stick to NCERT. 
  • Sole the JEE question papers from previous years. 
Q:   What is JEE Main 2024 session 2 Registration Date?
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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:   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
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What is the minimum percentage required for BTech at NIT Rourkela?

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Clr rank 340880, SC catogiri rank 21880

 

 

 

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What is the last date to apply for the Integrated B.Sc. + M.Sc. in Life Science at NIT Rourkela?

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This course is a 5-year Integrated M.Sc. (Life Science) program, and admission is done through JEE Main + JoSAA/CSAB counselling, not through a separate institute form. 

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Chinmoy

Beginner-Level 1

Is NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology expensive?

Answered 2 weeks ago

No, NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology is not expensive. Being a government institute, it gives affordable education especially in the Science and Technological field.

The fees for NIT Rourkela courses is between INR 75 K and INR 5 lakhs. 

 

 

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What is the percentile required in JEE Mains to get Electrical Engineering branch at NIT Rourkela with home state quota?

Answered 2 months ago

Category2025 Closing Rank (HS)Estimated Percentile (2026)Target Marks (out of 300)
General (OPEN)~16,00898.8 – 99.1%165 – 180
OBC-NCL~5,44,590*82% +90 – 110
EWS~1,90583% +100 – 120
SC~2,06664.5% +65 – 85
ST~68851% +50 – 65

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What is the NIT Rourkela JEE Mains cutoff 2025 for CSE?

Answered 2 months ago

CategoryQuotaRound 1 Closing RankLast Round Closing Rank
General (OPEN)Other State (OS)3,1224,245
General (OPEN)Home State (HS)4,2737,853
OBC-NCLOther State (OS)1,0116,791
EWSOther State (OS)9722,045
SCOther State (OS)40726,996
STOther State (OS)729-

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