Is NIT Rourkela a Tier 1 college?

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.

What rank is NIT Rourkela?

Yes, NIT Rourkela is ranked by various ranking organisations. A few of the important National Institute of Technology, Rourkela rankings are mentioned below: Ranking Body Ranks 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 Engineering 15 NIRF 2022 under the Research category 24 NIRF 2022 under the Overall category 39

Who are the top recruiters of NIT Rourkela placements?

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 BEL

Can I get direct admission in NIT Rourkela?

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.

What is the cost of studying MBA at NIT Rourkela?

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.

What is the rank of NIT Rourkela for BTech?

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 13th position by NIRF and 8th position by Times rankings in 2025. Check out the following table for the past three year ranking comparison by NIRF for NIT Rourkela BTech course: Publisher 2023 2024 2025 NIRF 16 19 13

I have got 2000 rank in JEE Main. What rank do I require to take admission in NIT Rourkela?

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 .

Which is better amongst NIT Rourkela and NIT Calicut for B.Tech CSE?

Both NIT Rourkela and NIT Calicut are top Engineering institutes. However, JoSAA R6 closing ranks for B.Tech in CSE at NIT Rourkela is 2883, whereas for NIT Calicut it is 4521. Admission to NIT Rourkela B.Arch and B.Tech courses is based on JEE Main scores followed by JoSAA Counselling. The faculty is good at NIT Rourkela and NIT Calicut has a great infrastructure. So which one is better college or university depends on what the person is actually looking for in a particular college/university, or institute.

What is the cutoff for NIT Rourkela admission?

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 General 398 - 41435 OBC 154- 13474 SC 60 - 6696 ST 22 - 2946 PWD 94 - 1163 EWS 115 - 6112 Category (Home State) NIT Rourkela JEE Main cutoff 2026 General 760 - 61256 OBC 703 - 21229 SC 250 - 12086 ST 41 - 5182 PWD 108 - 1978 EWS 144 -10329

What is the fee refund policy at NIT Rourkela?

NIT Rourkela fee refund policy states that after the last withdrawal/cancellation date of JOSSA 2026, if an admitted student cancels admission/ withdraws/leaves the institute without completing the entire programme, all fees paid including the caution deposit will be forfeited by the institute. Mess advance may be refunded after deduction of dues, if any. This clause is applicable even before formal registration to the 1st semester and starting of classes.

How are the placements at NIT Rourkela?

NIT Rourkela placements 2026 details are not out yet & will be updated here once out. the highest package recorded during NIT Rourkela placement 2025 stood at INR 62.44 LPA. This package was offered to the student of the BTech CSE batch 2025. The highest package for BTech-MTech Dual degree course was INR 16 LPA and the average package was INR 7.5 LPA. Total 373 recruiters visited the campus and offered more than 1290 job offers. Software and IT was the top sector wherein the placement distribution was 22.9%.

What are the courses that NIT Rourkela offers?

National Institute of Technology (NIT) Rourkela offers various undergraduate, postgraduate, Doctoral, Executive PhD and other courses to students. It has 20 departments under which these courses are offered. Moreover, BTech is the flagship course of NIT Rourkela. Some other popular courses offered by the university are MTech, M.A. and others. Admission to the offered programmes at NIT Rourkela is either through entrance examinations (for example, JEE Mains/ GATE/ IIT JAM) or based on merit. Candidates must timely fill out the NIT Rourkela JEE Main application form. To predict the chances of admission through JEE Main, click here.

Is NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology expensive?

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.

What is the fee for BTech offered at NIT Rourkela?

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.

What is the JEE Main application fee for BTech admission at IIT Bhilai?

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

Does NIT Rourkela accept CMAT score?

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.

What is the NIT Rourkela M.Tech fee?

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.

Does NIT Rourkela offer MBA?

Yes, a two-year MBA course is available at NIT Rourkela, which is taught by the School of Management. The total seat intake for this course is 75. Admission to an MBA at NIT Rourkela is through national-level exams such as CAT, MAT, CMAT and XAT. Selected students are further called for the Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GDPI) round. The total tuition fee for this course is INR 4 lakh for both the years.

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MAT 2026 December session registrations are ongoing for admission to the MBA course. For the PBT mode, the last date to register is Dec 14, 2026, for the exam scheduled on Dec 20, 2026. For CBT mode, the last date to register is Dec 21, 2026, for the exam taking place on Dec 27, 2026.
The GATE CCMT 2026 Counselling process for admission to the ME/MTech has concluded.
The OJEE 2026 Counselling process for admission to the BTech, MBA and MCA courses has concluded.
The GATE CCMN 2026 Counselling process for admission to the MSc course has concluded.
The CSAB Counselling 2026 special round 2 has now concluded.
CMAT 2027 registrations for admission are expected to begin soon. The exam will be conducted on Feb 7, 2027.
GATE 2027 City allotment notification for admission to the ME/MTech/PhD courses will be announced on Jan 4, 2027. The exam will be held from Feb 6 to Feb 7, 2027; Feb 13 to Feb 14, 2027; and Feb 20 to Feb 21, 2027.
IIT JAM 2027 registration process for admission to the MSc course has concluded. The exam will be conducted on Feb 14, 2027.
CAT 2026 registrations for admission to the MBA/PGDM course are now closed. Admit card downloads begin on Nov 4, 2026 and the exam will be held on Nov 29, 2026.
JEE Main 2027 session 1 online application form is now available on the official website for admission to the BTech, BArch and BPlan courses till Nov 22, 2026. The exam will be held on Jan 22,2027 to Jan 24,2027 and Jan 28, 2027 to Jan 30, 2027 respectively.

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NIT Rourkela offers UG and PG level courses. Students wanting to take admission can register themselves in different courses as per eligibility. Some of the offered programs are B.Arch, B.E. / B.Tech, B.Sc., etc. Moreover, NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology offers various programs in different specialisations as well. Students can check out more course details in the table mentioned below:

Courses	Tuition Fees	Eligibility
B.E. / B.Tech(21 courses)	5 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 75 % Exams : JEE Main
M.E./M.Tech(76 courses)	1.4 L - 2.4 LGet Fee Details	10+2 : 75 % Graduation : 50-65 % Exams : OJEE GATE+1 More
M.Sc.(11 courses)	30 KGet Fee Details	10+2 : 75 % Graduation : 60 % Exams : IIT JAM CCMN+1 More

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Q: Is it worth pursuing MBA at NIT Rourkela?

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: Which BTech specialisation does NIT Rourkela offer?

NIT Rourkela offers BTech courses in 14 specialisations. Admission to all these courses are done through a common admission process. Candidates are selected via JEE Main scores. The BTech specialisations offered at NIT Rourkela are as follows:

BTech Specialisations
Chemical Engineering	Ceramic Engineering	Mining Engineering
Metallurgical & Materials Engineering	Mechanical Engineering	Electronics & Instrumentation
Biotechnology	Biomedical Engineering	Food Process Engineering
CSE	Civil Engineering	Electrical Engineering
Electronics & Communication Engineering	Industrial Design	-

Q: How much is the cost of MSc course in NIT Rourkela?

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: How is life at NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology?

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.

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B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2027

21 Courses4 years-5 years

Eligibility

10+2 with 75% aggregate
Accepting Exams: JEE Main

Important dates

Dates	Events
24 Oct '26 - 22 Nov '26	JEE Main 2027 Registration Session 1Ongoing
23 Nov '26 - 26 Nov '26	JEE Main 2027 Registration Session 1 with Late Fee

M.Sc. Admissions 2027

11 Courses2 years-5 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
10+2 with 75% aggregate
Accepting Exams: IIT JAM, CCMN, JEE Main

Important dates

Dates	Events
Nov '26	IIT JAM 2026 Form CorrectionTentative

MBA/PGDM Admissions 2027

1 Course2 years

Eligibility

Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
Accepting Exams: XAT, MAT, CAT, CMAT

Important dates

Dates	Events
Nov '26	CMAT 2027 registration and application processOngoing
4 Nov '26 - 29 Nov '26	CAT 2026 admit card download
29 Nov '26	CAT 2026 exam date

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Q: In which NIT is it easier to get admission into M.Tech course among NIT Rourkela and NIT Andhra Pradesh?

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?

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.

Q: How to get a seat in NIT Rourkela?

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.

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4.3(711)4 - 5 years#13 NIRF

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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?

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.

Q: How can I apply for NIT Rourkela in Rourkela?

NIT Rourkela offers admission based on valid entrance scores. Therefore, candidates must secure valid scores in the accepted entrance exams in respect to the choice of course. Furthermore, candidates must secure valid scores in the respective entrance exams. Allocation based on the accepted entrance exams are held into account for the final admission to the respective choice of institute.

Q: What is NIT Rourkela M.Tech cutoff?

NIT Rourkela M.Tech cutoff is based on GATE cutoff followed by GATE CCMT Counselling. For NIT Rourkela cutoff 2023, GATE CCMT was concluded with the release of Round 6. Candidates seeking NIT Rourkela admission 2024 can check out the closing ranks for previous year cutoff in the table below for top M.Tech specialisations for general category students:

GATE Last Round score (General-All India)
Course	2023
M.Tech. in Computer Science	543
M.Tech. in Information Security	486
M.Tech. in VLSI Design and Embedded Systems	549
M.Tech. in Machine Design and Analysis	543

Q: How are the rankings of NIT Rourkela?

NIT Rourkela has been ranked nationally and internationally by various ranking bodies such as NIRF, QS, and others. Times Higher Education ranked the institute 186 in the Asia Rankings & 601-800 in the World University Ranking in 2026. NIRF 2026 data are not out yet & will be updated once out. NIT Rourkela is ranked 13 under Engineering, and 7 under Architecture & Planning category by NIRF in 2025.

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B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering

4.44 years#13 NIRF

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B.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering

4.24 years#13 NIRF

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JEE Main

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B.Tech. in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

4.34 years#13 NIRF

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JEE Main

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M.Tech. in Computer Science

4.02 years

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₹9 LPA

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B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering

4.14 years#13 NIRF

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JEE Main

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B.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

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M.Tech. in Chemical Engineering

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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering

4.44 years#13 NIRF

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113

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B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering

4.24 years#13 NIRF

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113

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M.Tech. in Thermal Engineering

4.22 years

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M.Tech. in Biomedical Engineering

2 years

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M.Tech. in Production Engineering

3.72 years

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₹9 LPA

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Q: What is the highest package at the NIT Rourkela?

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: Is NIT Rourkela good for MSc?

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?

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: What is the highest JEE Main rank to get into NIT Rourkela? I belong to the OBC category.

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.

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Infrastructure: About the hostel, the network coverage is slightly cramped. Only on the upper floors does the mobile data work. Airtel coverage is good here. The rest of the ground floor people have to use the Ethernet provided to them. To play games, a VPN is necessary on Ethernet.

Faculty: Curriculum and exams are top-notch. Timing, spacing, and vacation are up to the standards but faculty members have mixed feedback. Class timings are moderately good, you can agree to disagree with it. Mostly the professors are good and some are just the worst kind. The course is good and better curated.

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Placements: Around 70–80% of students get placed. The highest package is 24 LPA. The lowest is 6 LPA. The top recruiting companies are MCL, CIL, and TATA. A small number of students get internships at companies like JSPL, TATA, MCL, etc. The major role is Mining Manager.

Infrastructure: Very stable and world class infrastructure. It has two libraries, well-equipped labs, and great Wi-Fi connectivity across the campus. Hostel rooms are well equipped. The mess food is good. Medical facilities provide Rs. 2 lakhs per semester insurance for every student. It is well-equipped with lots of great sports complexes and a gymnasium.

Faculty: Top-class, renowned faculty members from each field. The curriculum is relatable. Semester exams are difficult. The pass percentage is good. You are already starting with the cream of this country. The semester exams prepare you for the greatest adversities of life. The alumni network helps a lot.

Other: It's a very nice college, and the extracurricular activities are the best.

Reviewed on 26 Aug 2026Read More

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B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering - Batch of 2028

4.8

5.0Placements4.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

NIT Rourkela Ceramic Engineering review.

Placements: 100% of students are placed in my department. The highest package is 31 LPA. The lowest is 3.5 LPA. The average is 12.6 LPA. Top recruiters include Tata Steel, JSW, JSL, Calderys, Saint-Gobain, etc. 20% of students get internships in their third year at Tata Steel, JSW, JSL, Saint-Gobain, Reliance, BIS, etc. Top roles include Graduate Engineer Trainee and Quality Control Engineer.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi, labs, and the library are accessible all day, along with AC. Food quality is better than most hostels I've been to. Non-veg food is available five times a week, and there is a dedicated Jain mess. Classrooms are equipped with a central AC system. There are also reading room facilities in the hostels with AC.

Faculty: Teachers are helpful if you ask them your doubts. Subjects are curriculum-relevant. Semester exams are sometimes tough and sometimes easy. The pass percentage is 35%. The questions are mostly from the previous year's question papers, which are available on the website to download and prepare.

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026Read More

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B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2027

5.0

5.0Placements5.0Infrastructure5.0Faculty5.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

Our college is a brand for placements and good faculty.

Placements: Placements are excellent in our college. Some of our seniors got placed in top companies and core companies with a good number of packages. The highest package is 15 LPA and the lowest package is 4 LPA offered in our course. Recruiting companies are Deloitte, Infosys, Accenture, Cognizant, etc.

Infrastructure: Our college management provides many facilities like free Wi-Fi connectivity, digital classrooms, and a well-structured library with a good number of books, which are useful to us. Our college has a big ground for sports with greenery. They provide a campus hostel with good, healthy items.

Faculty: Our faculty is good at explaining the content. They can help in many ways like clearing doubts and provide PPTs, PDFs, and handwritten notes. Our course curriculum is updated every year which is best for students to prepare for industries. Semesters are easy to moderate. 75 percent is the pass percentage.

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026Read More

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B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering - Batch of 2029

3.6

4.0Placements3.0Infrastructure3.0Faculty4.0Crowd & Campus Life4.0Value for Money

It is a good college for students who work hard and want good jobs and placements.

Placements: A lot of students are placed in our course, with an almost a 97% placement rate. The lowest package is around 3 LPA, and the highest is 33 LPA. Top recruiting companies vary from core to non-core sectors, but the main ones include Flipkart, Amazon, IBM, Tata, Google, Infosys, and Wipro.

Infrastructure: Wi-Fi in our hostel works on a 5G outdoor-based system, but most sites are blocked. Sometimes the internet goes off, which has also happened before exams. Only the top floors get 5G mobile data, while the lower floors barely get any network. Labs are old and not fully renovated, but they are manageable and help in scoring easily. Classrooms and the library are the best places on campus. The hostel is very old. The mess food is average but reasonable for the price. The gym is the best part, while the medical facilities are quite far.

Faculty: Teachers are knowledgeable, but students need to focus in class and study regularly. The course curriculum is the same as it has been for a long time and follows an old structure. Some first-year and add-on subjects are not very useful. Semester exams are easy if you study regularly and attend classes. But many students, including me, leave preparation for the last moment, making it difficult. The pass percentage is around 35%.

Other: I chose this course so I could do my master’s in Electrical or Electronics in the USA. The course is currently the hardest. It focuses on numerical problems. The curriculum has not changed much over time. Teaching quality could be improved. Study materials should be more specific with fewer minor subjects. There are frequent internships and fests almost every month, which makes campus life active.

Reviewed on 11 Jun 2026Read More

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B.Tech. in Ceramic Engineering - Batch of 2029

3.8

4.0Placements5.0Infrastructure2.0Faculty3.0Crowd & Campus Life5.0Value for Money

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.

Reviewed on 8 May 2026Read More

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Where is exactly NIT Rourkela campus located, and what are the places to visit nearby?

Answered 6 days ago

NIT Rourkela campus is loacted in Rourkela, Odisha. To be precise it is located in Sundargarh district. There are so many places to visit nearby like Vaishno Devi Temple, LA Garden, Hanuman Vatika, Birsa Munda International Hocket Stadium, Indira Gandhi Park, etc.

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Is there any scholarship scheme for deceased armed forces at NIT Rourkela?

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Yes, NIT Rourkela has Prime Minister's Scholarship Scheme for widows and children of deceased armed forces personnel. Eligible candidates can get upto INR 2,500 - INR 3,000 per month.

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What percentage of companies visiting NIT Rourkela allow B.Sc./M.Sc. students for placements?

Answered 2 months ago

At NIT Rourkela, roughly 20% to 30% of visiting software and IT companies open their placements to M.Sc. (especially Integrated M.Sc. Mathematics or Physics) students. Yes, you can get placed in CSE/IT companies, but eligibility depends heavily on your specific science branch, coding skills, and the

Swati Pandey

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What are the placement opportunities for M.Sc. Life Science at NIT Rourkela? Can students prepare for and apply to tech placements?

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The placement opportunities for M.Sc. Life Science at NIT Rourkela are quite good.

Yes, definitely students can actively prepare and apply for the tech placements at NIT Rourkela.

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How is the life & culture at NIT Rourkela?

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NIT Rourkela has diverse societies catering to performing arts, Literary and Cultural society and the Film and Music society, which functions under the Student Activity Centre. Through these societies, students are able to explore their creative side. The Literary and Cultural Society includes liter

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