NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology Answered Questions

NIT Rourkela's Electrical Engineering department is well-regarded due to its comprehensive curriculum, experienced professors, and robust industry connections, making it a good choice for students interested in the field. However, some students have reported a high workload and strict attendance policies. Ultimately, the decision to choose B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering at NIT Rourkela depends on individual preferences and priorities.

The placement statistics for B.Tech in Industrial Design at NIT Rourkela suggest around 90-92% placements with offers as high as 10 LPA and an average package of around 4.0-4.5 LPA for its first batch (2010-2014). Notable recruiters include M&M, Trident, and Oracle. However, it's also mentioned that if you're not interested in core companies, there are plenty of non-core companies with average packages between 6-8 LPA. For more recent years, the placement record is around 95%, with only 2-3 students unplaced due to backlogs or other issues. Core companies like Vedanta, JSL, JSW, Tata Steel, and Aditya Birla recruit from this branch, offering packages around 6-9 LPA.

The placements for M.Sc. in Physics at NIT Rourkela are not very promising, with most students getting jobs in coaching institutes with packages ranging from 3-7 LPA. However, the institute has a good reputation for placements across various engineering disciplines, and many companies from sectors such as IT, electronics, research, and core engineering visit for campus placements. Graduates in Integrated Physics may find opportunities in research and development, data analysis, software development, and technical roles in various industries.

The placement statistics for B.Tech. in Mining Engineering at NIT Rourkela are as follows:
Tata Steel: Best company for mining graduates, with a work culture better than other companies visiting NIT Rourkela, and an in-hand salary of more than ₹60,000 per month.Coal India Limited: Work culture depends on how you want to shape your future, with an in-hand salary of ₹47,000 per month, but ₹5,000 gets deducted from your salary every month for 5 years for the bond which you get back if you stay there for 5 years.Hindustan Zinc Limited (Vedanta): Work culture is not good, with an in-hand salary of ₹52,000 per month + incentives.Hindalco: Unknown work culture, with an in-hand salary of ₹32-33,000 per month.Lafarge: No information available.
Apart from these core giants, there are some mining companies like Rungta Mines, and others offering around ₹4.5-5 Lacs per annum. Additionally, analytics companies may fetch good salaries but without work-life balance, working for 12-15 hours a day.

Placements for M.Sc. in Chemistry at NIT Rourkela are generally average, with some students getting placed in non-core sectors like education, IT, and analytics, while others may not get placed. The institute's placement process includes recruitment from companies in sectors such as pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, research and development, and education. However, the placement statistics can vary from year to year, and it's advisable to check the official NIT Rourkela website or contact their placement cell for the most current and detailed information.

The placement rate for Food Processing Engineering at NIT Rourkela can vary year by year, but it generally maintains a good track record, with many students securing jobs in reputable companies. Some of the non-core companies visiting the campus for placement are ZS Associates, TCS, EXL Services, Tredence, Affine Analytics, etc. The average package for food processing engineering at NIT Rourkela is around 5-10 Lacs per annum.

The eligibility criteria for direct admission to the M.Tech. in Biotechnology course at NIT Rourkela are:- A Master's degree in Engineering (any branch) / Medicine / Dental / Pharmacy / Veterinary - A bachelor's degree in Engineering (any branch) / Medicine / Dental / Pharmacy / Veterinary with valid GATE / NET / BET / GPAT score - A MSc degree in Biotechnology / Life Sciences / Physics / Chemistry / Allied Sciences with 1st class in UG and PG degree with a valid GATE / NET / BET / GPAT score or any National level eligibility test.

Admission criteria for B.Tech. in Civil Engineering at NIT Rourkela for reserved category students is through JEE (Main) or similar test approved by NIT Council. The counselling is done by Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) and Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) or its equivalent approved by the NIT Council and/or Central Government.