

NIT Silchar UG, PG, Doctorate Courses 2025
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NIT Silchar Admission dates 2025
NIT Silchar accepts JEE Main and GATE scores for admission to different programmes. Upcoming events scheduled for NIT Silchar admission via these exams are tabulated below:
M.E./M.Tech Admissions 2026
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: GATE
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
19 Mar '26 | GATE 2026 results |
May '26 | COAP 2026Tentative |
May '26 | CCMT 2026Tentative |
MBA/PGDM Admissions 2026
- Undergraduate Degree with 60% aggregate
- Accepting Exams: MAT, CMAT, CAT
| Dates | Events |
|---|---|
26 Feb '26 | MAT Feb 2026 PBT admit cardOngoing |
1 Mar '26 | MAT Feb 2026 PBT |
2 Mar '26 | MAT Feb 2026 CBT Registration last date |
Commonly asked questions On Admissions
Yes, getting admission with a 25K rank is possible, depending on the category. For the General AI, the overall cutoff ranged from 11112 to 59346. Hence, a student with a 25K rank could get a seat.
For the General HS quota, the cutoff varied between 21987 and 95236. Candidates from this category also have a chance at admission. See the table below for the General category last round cutoff for both quotas.
| Course | General AI closing cutoff | General HS closing cutoff |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech. in Civil Engineering | 59346 | 95236 |
| B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering | 16053 | 23668 |
| B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering | 30389 | 64880 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering | 22716 | 41658 |
| B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering | 43686 | 82682 |
| B.Tech. in Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering | 27507 | 51583 |
Students of NIT Silchar can gain admission to courses at the UG and PG levels. While these courses are offered in a range of specialisations such as the BTech and M.Tech courses which have many. Interested students can check the courses at NIT Silchar here:
- UG: BTech
- PG: MBA, MTech, MSc, Executive MBA
- PhD
NIT Silchar selects candidates based on their merit or entrance exam scores. Aspirants also need to score a minimum of 75% aggregate in Class 12 for UG courses. A minimum of 60% aggregate is required in graduation for PG courses. Candidates should also have a valid score in JEE Main, IIT JAM, GATE, etc. Hence, aspirants with 85% can get admission provided they also meet the selection requirements.
The fees for NIT Silchar MTech course ranges from INR 1.4 lakh to INR 2.30 lakh. The duration if the course is for two years. Students who want NIT Silchar admissions need to fulfil the eligibility criteria. The eligibility criteria is that candidate should have passed graduation with a minimum of 60% aggregate. Students also need to clear the entrance exams which include GATE or CCMT.
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Commonly asked questions On All Programs
Admissions to the different courses of NIT Silchar will depend on entrance exam scores such as JEE Main, GATE, MAT/ GMAT/ CAT/ CMAT, IIT JAM, etc. But it is difficult to say whether getting into NIT Silchar is tough or easy and will depend on the:
- Candidate's level of preparation
- Competition
- Available seats
- Exam Difficulty
As well as a number of other factors that will not be discussed here.
NIT Silchar MSc cutoff 2024 has been released across multiple specialisations. Based on the Round 1 seat allotment, the MSc cutoff score ranged between 1252 and 1436 for the General AII India category students. Among all the MSc courses, M.Sc. in Mathematics is the most competitive specialisation. So, considering the round 1 cutoff, candidates seeking admission to National Institute of Technology Silchar must secure over and above the cutoff range mentioned here to be eligible.
A detailed course-wise NIT Silchar CCMN cutoff 2024 is given below for the General category students under the AII India Quota.
| Course | 2024 |
|---|---|
| M.Sc. in Applied Physics | 1436 |
| M.Sc. in Applied Chemistry | 1404 |
| M.Sc. in Mathematics | 1252 |
The last date to apply for MBA admission at NIT Silchar typicall falls in March. In 2024, the last date to apply for admission was March 31, 2024. The online application started in December 2023. The last date to submit the registration fee for selected candidates was May 5, 2024. Applicants must also keep in mind the deadlines for CAT/MAT/CMAT application.
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NIT Silchar Engineering placements highlights 2025 are mentioned below:
Particulars | BTech / M.Tech Placement Statistics 2025 |
|---|---|
the highest package | INR 60 LPA |
Average package | INR 12.25 LPA |
Eligible students | 767 |
Students placed | 601 |
Placement Rate | 78.35% |
The overall highest package offered during NIT Silchar placements 2025 was INR 60 LPA. MBA highest package recorded in 2025 was INR 10 LPA.
NIT Silchar placements 2025 highlights for Engineering and MBA programs are mentioned below:
Particulars | BTech / MTech Placement Statistics 2025 | MBA Placement Statistics 2025 |
|---|---|---|
Highest package | INR 60 LPA | INR 10 LPA |
Average package | INR 12.25 LPA | INR 7.5 LPA |
Eligible students | 767 | 50 |
Students placed | 601 | Around 40 |
Placement Rate | 78.35% | NA |
The fees for BTech course at NIT Silchar is INR 5 lakh. The duration of the course is for 2 years. The eligibility for NIT Silchar BTech admissions is that candidates need to fulfil 75% aggregate in Class 12. The entrance exams accepted include JEE Main Entrance Exam.
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During NIT Silchar placements 2022, the highest package and average package offered were INR 44 LPA. The highest package was offered by Amazon. Moreover, the average package offered during NIT Silchar BTech CSE and ECE placements 2022 stood at INR 14.90 LPA and INR 12.27 LPA, respectively. Also, The institute has been ranked 38 by NIRF 2022 in the Engineering category.
Check below for more reviews by the prominent students of NIT Silchar for the BTech course:
According to unofficial sources, ECE average package during NIT Silchar placements 2025 was around INR 14.4 LPA. The median package was around INR 12.6 LPA.
GATE CCMT R1 has been released for admission to the M.Tech courses. Candidates seeking admission to the NIT Silchar M.Tech course must secure a rank between 353 and 438 under the first cutoff list for the General category students. Specialisation-wise Round 1 cutoffs are given below for NIT Silchar:
| MTech Specialisations | 2023 |
|---|---|
| Data Science & Engineering | 506 |
| Artificial Intelligence (AI) | 490 |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 468 |
| CAD/CAM and Automation | – / – |
| Microelectronics and VLSI Design | 447 |
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
NIT Silchar cutoff 2025 was released for all rounds and categories under the All India and Home State quota. For the General AI category, the cutoff ranks varied between 11112 and 59346. Hence, General AI category students must obtain a rank of 59346 or less to get admission to the college.
Please note that the cutoffs for other categories, quotas, etc., will vary.
Yes, NIT Silchar is a recognised and well-ranked college and has received recognition from national and international bodies such as:
- 160 by the QS Ranking 2025 under the Asian University Rankings - Southern Asia
- 541-560 by the QS Ranking 2025 under the Asian University Rankings
- While NIRF 2025 rankings include 50th rank for Engineering and 97th under the Overall category
Admission to all NIT Silchar courses (UG, PG, integrated, Diploma and others) is entirely entrance-based. For NIT Silchar admission, students need valid scores in the respective entrance exams. Visit the official website of NIT Silchar and fill out the application form, upload the required documents and pay the application fees.
For admission to courses such as BTech, MTech, and MSc. Aspirants need to complete the application procedure of the accepted national-level exam. Find below some details on the exams application procedure:
- For BTech, students need to complete JEE Main application procedure by visiting the NTA website.
- For MTech, candidates are required to register for GATE through the official website of the GATE Online Application Processing System (GOAPS).
- For MSc apply to IIT JAM through the official website of the respective conducting body.
Yes, NIT Silchar reserves seats for candidates belonging to the SC/ST and other categories. The following table presents the number of MBA seats reserved for various categories:
| Category | Seats* |
|---|---|
| Open | 28 |
| OBC | 20 |
| SC | 11 |
| ST | 6 |
| ST-PwD | 1 |
| EWS | 8 |
| OBC-PWD | 1 |
| Total | 75 |
*Sourced from official website of the institute/sanctioning body. However, it is still subject to change and hence, is indicative.
In order to get admission to BTech course at NIT Silchar, students need to first appear for the JEE main exam and then fill out an online application form on the institute's official website. The final selection is done basis on the JoSAA Counselling.
Those looking to get MBA admission at NIT Silchar need to fulfil the basic eligibility criteria of passing Graduation with a minimum aggregate of 60% from a recognised board. Eligible students need to appear for entrance tests such as CAT, CMAT, etc. Those who have scored a valid score in the entrance-test can visit the official website of NIT Silchar to apply for the programme by filling out the application form and paying the application fee. The institute will shortlist the candidates, who in turn will have to pay the course fee to secure the admission.
National Institute of Technology Silchar application process begins with an online application. Interested students must fill out the online application for the respective courses on the official website of NIT Silchar. Follow the steps given below to apply to NIT Silchar:
Step 1: Admissions to the first semester of all UG programmes are made based on the seats allocated by the JoSAA from the list of candidates selected by all India JEE (Main). Hence, apply for the entrance exam first.
Step 2: Then appear for the entrance exam.
Step 3: Take part in the counselling round.
Step 4: Pay the admission fee at the allotted college.
NIT Silchar selects candidates based on their merit or scores in entrance exam. The institute accepts JEE Main, GATE, etc. Aspirants can apply on the institute's website for the preferred course.
As NIT Silchar admission is entrance-based. Admission to its flagship programme i.e. BTech is based on JEE Main scores of the candidates. Further, aspirants are allotted seats via JoSAA Counselling. For admission to MTech and MBA programmes, candidates must have a valid score in GATE and MAT/ GMAT/ CAT/ CMAT, respectively. The selection for MSc programme is based on IIT JAM scores of the candidates.
Refer the below-mentioned table for NIT Silchar placement statistics 2025 as compared with similarly ranked NITs:
NIT Name | Highest Package (2025) | Average Package (2025) |
|---|---|---|
NIT Silchar | INR 60 LPA | INR 12.25 LPA |
INR 64 LPA | INR 13.9 LPA | |
INR 64 LPA | INR 10.7 LPA | |
INR 80 LPA | INR 12.61 LPA |
National Institute of Technology Silchar admits candidates to its programmes through a national-level entrance examination, JEE MAIN. Apply online through the official website. Once the online application process is completed, pay the application fee and submit the respective applications. Candidates are shortlisted based on JEE MAIN scores for the next round of admission, the JoSAA counselling round. Hereafter, admission offer is extended to the selected candidates and they must pay the admission fee to confirm their seat.
According to NIRF report 2025, course-wise median package recorded during NIT Silchar placements 2025 is mentioned below:
Course | Median Package 2022 | Median Package 2023 | Median Package 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|
BTech | INR 11 LPA | INR 13.95 LPA | INR 11 LPA |
MTech | INR 6 LPA | INR 6 LPA | INR 6 LPA |
The list of top recruiters during NIT Silchar placements 2024 is presented below:
NIT Silchar Top Recruiters 2024 | |
|---|---|
Amazon | Goldman Sachs |
Microsoft | |
Adobe | |
Cognizant | ICICI Bank |
CISCO | Philips |
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Student Forum
Answered 2 days ago
NIT Silchar BTech has a number of specialisations which include:
- Civil Engineering
- Mechanical Engineering
- Electrical Engineering
- Electronics & Communication Engineering
- Computer Science & Engineering, and
- Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering
You can refer to official website for more information.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
NIT Silchar BTech programme is a four-year undergraduate course divided into eight semesters offered in full-time mode and focuses on core engineering fundamentals. You can take a look at official website for more up to dated information.
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Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
NIT Silchar BTech admission is based on JEE Main scores. After qualifying this exam, participate in JoSAA counselling, where seats are allotted according to rank, category, and preferences of candidates.
J
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 2 days ago
You must have passed Class 12 with Science stream having Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. At least 75% aggregate marks are needed to apply for BTech course at NIT Silchar.
J
Contributor-Level 10
Answered 6 days ago
NIT Silchar JEE Main cutoff 2025 was released for admission to various BTech branches. For the OBC AI quota, the last round cutoff ranged from 22816 to 50608, wherein BTech CSE was the most competitive specialisation.
For the OBC HS quota, the last round cutoff ranged from 53238 to 160606, where BTe
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