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a year agoContributor-Level 10
NIST has a total of over 100 seats for various BSc specialisations. The specialisation-wise birfurcation of the total NIST BSc seats has been presented in the table below:
| BSc Specialisation | Number of Seats |
|---|---|
| Physics (Hons) | 32 |
| Chemistry (Hons) | 32 |
| Computer Science (Hons) | 48 |
| Information Technology Management (ITM) | 32 |
NOTE: The mentioned number of seats has been sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Each year, NIST admits over 100 students to its BSc courses. The admission is provided based on the applicants' merit in Class 12. The institute may also follow the state/central seat reservation policies for seat allotment. Total BSc seats at NIST are distributed among the seven BSc specialisations offered at the institute. These specialisations include Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, etc. Interested candidates must visit the institiute's official website to apply or enquire about the programme.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, there are various scholarships offered to the students enrolled under the BSc programme of NIST. Some BSc scholarships at NIST are presented in the table below:
| NIST BSc Scholarships | Details |
|---|---|
| Sibling Scholarship | A one-time scholarship of INR 10,000, provided to the sibling of a student |
| Teaching Assistantship Scholarship | A scholarship of INR 1,000 per month, provided to selected students who assist teachers in their academic work. Students from second, third and fourth years from a department where 80% of seats are filled are eligible for the scholarship |
| Research Assistantship Scholarship | A stipend of INR 2,000 per month for 2 months, provided to students who assist teachers in their research work |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Various organisations, from various industries, participate in the recruitment drives of NIST. Some of the prominent recruiters who visited the NIST Berhampur during the 2023 placement drive are listed in the table below:
NIST Berhampur Top Recruiters | ||
|---|---|---|
Western Digital | ICICI Bank | Adani Group |
Cognizant | Accenture | Aditya Birla Capital |
PwC | Flipkart | TCS |
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The institute has not released any official data specific to NIST MBA placements. As per the official NIST brochure 2024, the average package offered across various courses (including MBA) offered at NIST is INR 5.1 LPA. The average package at NSIT in 2023 was INR 5.65 LPA. In 2022, the average package across all courses stood at INR 5 LPA.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, MBA students at NIST are eligible to apply for various scholarships. Some of these scholarships are listed below:
- Sibling Scholarship: A one-time scholarship of INR 10,000, provided to the sibling of a student
- Merit Scholarship: A scholarship of INR 3,000 per semester, provided to students who have secured greater than 9.0 CGPA without any back papers (valid for one academic year)
- Teaching Assistantship Scholarship: A scholarship of INR 1,000 per month, provided to selected students who assist teachers in their academic work. Students from second, third and fourth years from a department where 80% of seats are filled are eligible for
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
NIST MBA fee comprises various components. Some of these components, such as tuition fee, hostel fee, exam fee, etc. are payable yearly or semesterly. Other fee components, such as security deposit, admission seat confirmation fees, etc., are payable only once. The following table presents the various components included in the total MBA fee at NIST:
| Fee Components | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee | INR 1.4 Lacs per year |
| Hostel Fee | INR 35,000 - INR 53,000 per year |
| Mess Fee | INR 4,000 per month |
| Caution Deposit | INR 5,000 (one-time) |
| Exam Fee | INR 2,500 per semester |
NOTE: The mentioned fees are sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. They are still subject to change and hence, are indicative.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The NIST MBA seats are categorised based on the admission process for various seats. The following table presents the percentage of total seats reserved for MBA admission under different selection categories:
| Intake Category | Percentage (%) |
|---|---|
| Odisha JEE | 70 |
| CAT/MAT/XAT | 15 |
| NRI | 15 |
Additionally, the institute may follow the seat reservation policies of the state and the central government.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The total number of MBA seats at NIST is 120. These seats are filled based on the applicants' performance in the accepted entrance exams. These exams are OJEE (followed by OJEE counselling), CAT, MAT and XAT. It must be noted that the mentioned number of seats has been sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. It is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Yes, NIST provides hostel facilities to MBA students. The hostel fee is payable yearly. The following table presents the hostel fees for AC and non-AC rooms available at NIST:
| Hostel | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Non-AC Hostel | INR 35,000 p.a. |
| AC Hostel | INR 53,000 p.a. |
NOTE: The mentioned fees are sourced from the official website of the institute/sanctioning body. They are still subject to change and hence, are indicative.
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