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NERIST: Courses, Fees, Admission 2025, Placements, Cutoff

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NERIST Highlights 2025

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Q:   Can I join NERIST directly?
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No, you have to give different exams or score for getting admission in different courses  of the college respectively. Every course has its own admission criteria. As like for admission in MBA candidate should have with valid CAT/ MAT score or they  have to give NERIST admission test. Similarly, for all the other courses different exams are conducted by the institutes or scores of different exams are required for admission. It offers 10+2 level certificate courses, post-10+2 Diploma courses, and degree programs. The degree programs offered at NERIST include BTech, BSc (Forestry Stream), MTech, MBA, MSc, and PhD programs. Various conducted by them for admission purposes are like: NEE-I, NEE-II. and NEE-III, so, these are conducted by the institute itself.

For admission to the UG level degree courses, the institute admits students via NEE-III and NEE-II exams. Candidates seeking admission to the NERIST BTech programme must take NEE-III for lateral entry or they may directly be admitted through the Diploma module to the BTech degree module. Whereas, the candidates seeking admission to the BSc degree module have to qualify for the NEE-II exam after their 10+2 in PCB. Apart from NEE-II & NEE-III, NERIST also accepts the JEE Main entrance scores for BTech admissions. 

Q:   Is studying at NERIST expensive?
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Candidates looking for NERIST admissions can visit the official website and search out the complete fees structure for all the courses at the university. Generally, NERIST provides quality courses at a significantly lower cost as compared to the prominent privately-owned universities. For example, the BTech course would cost a general student about INR 21,990 (INR 15,250 for Vertical Mobility) for the first semester.

Furthermore, the second semester fees, which is the same for all categories, would be INR 7,750. Students are encouraged to check out the various scholarship schemes that are operated by North East Regional Institute of Science and Technology.

Q:   Which branch of B.Tech has more placements at NERIST?
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The branch of B.Tech that has shown more placements at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) is Electrical Engineering. According to the NIRF report 2023, 70 B.Tech students were placed during NERIST placements in 2022, with the median package offered to B.Tech students standing at INR 4.5 LPA. The highest salary package offered during recent NERIST placements reached INR 16 LPA.

NERIST Courses and Fees 2025

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B.E. / B.Tech(6 courses)
M.Sc.(5 courses)
Graduation : 60 %
UG Diploma(6 courses)
MBA/PGDM(1 course)
Graduation : 55 %
Exams : MATCAT
M.E./M.Tech(11 courses)
Graduation : 60 %
Exams : GATE
Certificate(5 courses)
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Q:   What is the fee for NERIST?
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The fee structure for various courses at the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) varies depending on the type of course and the student's category (General, OBC, SC, ST, PWD, etc.). Here are some of the fees for different courses:
Post Graduate Courses:
Admission fee: INR 220 for General, OBC, and SC/ST/PWD categories, and INR 110 for NERISTIAN students.
Tuition fee: Varies depending on the course.
Examination fee: INR 490 for General, OBC, and SC/ST/PWD categories, and INR 245 for NERISTIAN students.
Hostel fee: INR 14800 for General, OBC, and SC/ST/PWD categories, and INR 740 for NERISTIAN students.
Miscellaneous fee: Varies depending on the course.
Under Graduate Courses:
Admission fee: INR 220 for General, OBC, and SC/ST/PWD categories, and INR 110 for NERISTIAN students.
Registration fee: INR 430 for General, OBC, and SC/ST/PWD categories, and INR 220 for NERISTIAN students.
Semester fee (Tuition fee): Varies depending on the course.
Examination fee: INR 490 for General, OBC, and SC/ST/PWD categories, and INR 245 for NERISTIAN students.

Q:   Is MAT required for MBA at NERIST?
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No, it is not compulsory to have MAT score for NERIST.

To be eligible for an MBA at the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) in Itanagar, you must meet the following criteria:
  • Have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 55% marks
  • Be an Indian national
  • Have a valid score on the CAT, MAT, or XAT
  • Have a bachelor's degree in any discipline approved by UGC or AICTE
  • Have a minimum of 50% marks in aggregate
  • Have passed a bachelor's degree or equivalent examination from a recognised board

Candidates can also appear for the NEPGET to qualify for admissions.

And, the selection process for MBA is divided into two parts:

Part I: NEPGET 

  • NEPGET is a written entrance test conducted by the NERIST. 
  • Selection shall be based on academic merit and success in the NEPGET entrance/ institute-conducted examinations.
  • Candidates with a valid scorecard of CAT/ MAT/ XAT are exempted from the NEPGET.

Part II: Group Discussion & Personal Interview (GDPI)

  • Shortlisted candidates are called further for group discussion and personal interview based on marks obtained in NEPGET or scores obtained in CAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT
Q:   Does NERIST accept MAT score?
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The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) offers a full time two year (4 semesters) MBA program. It offers MBA in 5 specializations namely Human Resources Management, Marketing Management, Systems Management, Finance, and Operation Management.

And, admission to MBA is open to all Indian Nationals. The institute accepts valid scores of CAT/MAT/XAT. Otherwise, candidates can appear for the NEPGET to qualify for admissions. so, basically yes, it accepts MAT score.

Other than that its eligibilty crieteria is that the student should have a bachelor's degree in UGC or AICTE accredited disciplines/courses, with 55% marks in total and 50% for the category of SC/ST.

Students can also give NEPGET for admission in it and they can apply through the official website and after that selected students are  called further for group discussion and personal interview based on marks obtained in NEPGET or scores obtained in CAT/CMAT/MAT/XAT.

NERIST Placements 2024

CourseMedian Salary
B.E. / B.Tech
4.5 LPA
M.Sc.
4 LPA
MBA/PGDM
4 LPA
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Top Recruiters

SONY
TATA ELXSI
Indian Oil
Wipro
NHPC
huawei
Godrej Consumer Products Limited
Oil India Limited
GAIL(Gas AuthorityOf IndiaLtd)
YesBank
Infosys
Ashok Leyland
Punj Lloyd
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Q:   What are the career prospects after completing MBA from NERIST?
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There are a lot of benefits for MBA, such as:
1. Career growth is good.
2. You can join in the management role.
3. You can grow in earning and skills.
4. You can explore the world of corporate sector with the best of you.
 
Some top recruiters for NERIST include are : 
  • Tata Projects
  • Tech Mahindra
  • Cummins
  • Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Ltd.
  • Infosys
  • ITC Infotech India Ltd.
  • Asahi India Glass Ltd.
  • Telecommunications Consultants India Ltd.
  • Capgemini
  • Cognizant
Some top sectors for MBA graduates in India include: 
Banking & Finance, Marketing, Investment Banking, Management Consulting, Entrepreneurship, Data Analytics, Private Equity. 
 
Some career opportunities for MBA graduates include: 
  • Business Analyst
  • IT Management Consultant
  • Digital Leader
  • IT Architect
  • Data Processing Manager
  • Systems Software Manager
  • Product Manager
Some other high-paying careers after an MBA include: 
  • Project Manager
  • Digital Marketing Manager
  • Business Operations Manager
  • Finance Manager
  • SAP Consultant
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

Basically, doing MBA is very good and you will have a bright career

 

Q:   How are B.Tech placements at NERIST?
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The placement statistics for B.Tech at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) have been improving over the years. According to the NIRF report 2023, 70 B.Tech students were placed during NERIST placements 2022, and the median package offered to B.Tech students stood at INR 4.5 LPA. The highest salary package offered during NERIST placements in recent years stood at INR 16 LPA. The top recruiters during NERIST placements included IT companies such as Wipro, Bosch, and others.

Q:   What was the median package offered during NERIST placements?
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The 2022 salary details are not released as of now. The median package offered to BTech and M.Tech students in 2021 was INR 4 LPA and INR 4.20 LPA, respectively.

NERIST Admissions Process 2025

B.E. / B.Tech Admissions 2026

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Oct '25
JEE Main 2026 Registration Session 1Ongoing
Jan '26
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Jan '26
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Q:   When is the last date to apply at NERIST?
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The last date to apply at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) for the NEE 2024 exam is expected to be in April 2024. The application process is likely to commence in February 2024 and continue until April 2024. Candidates interested in applying for NERIST should monitor the official website for updates on the exact deadline for submitting their applications. The NEE-I, NEE-II, and NEE-III exams will have varying dates, but the application form submission and other related events for all three entrances are expected to follow a similar timeline 

Q:   Are admissions open at NERIST?
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Yes, students can apply for various courses at North East Regional Institute of Science and Technology. Interested candidates can visit the official website and learn more regarding the same. NERIST admissions are held on the basis of entrance-tests that have been prescribed by the university. The accepted examinations at NERIST admissions include NEE, NEPGET and JEE.

Q:   When is NERIST application forms out?
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NERIST NEE 2025 Application Form: The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) will release the NERIST NEE 2025 application form. The application process for NEE-I, NEE-II and NEE-III will start together and candidates can apply for NEE as per their choice of course. The NEE-II exam is held for admission in BTech and BSc (Hons) in Forestry. Whereas, NEE-I is held for admission in certificate courses and the NEE-III is held for BTech LE admissions.

The entire process of filling online application form can be completed in below mentioned 9 steps. The steps include registration, activation, programme selection, filling details in the form, uploading scanned images, filling in academic details, selecting the NEE exam centre, and reviewing the form and fee payment. 

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NERIST Cutoff 2024

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Course202320242025
B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering– / –– / –645335
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering116486148632144947
B.Tech. in Electrical Engineering168986– / –– / –
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering111102163590– / –
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Q:   Where can a candidate check NERIST cutoff 2023?
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Visit the official NERIST NEE website at neeonline Website. To view NEE results, go to the direct link. Fill in the required fields with your login information.

By following the below steps students can check the NERIST NEE 2023 Result: -

  • Visit the official website of North Eastern Regional Institute of Science (NERIST).
  • On the website home page search for the Results NEE section.
  • Click on the desired result list link.

After clicking on the link, a pdf file will open. Students can check their result status i.e. Roll Number, Name, Gender etc. They are advised to download and take the printout of the result for future use.

Following are the factors on the basis of which cut off marks have been decided:

  • Total number of applicants appeared in the exam
  • Difficulty level of paper
  • No. of candidates passed the exam
  • Previous year Cut off marks
  • Reservation criteria of the Institute
  • Average score obtained by the candidate in the exam
Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for admission to B.Tech at NERIST?
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The latest cutoff information for admission to B.Tech at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) in 2023 is as follows:

B.Tech Computer Science Engineering: 7937

B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering: 8679

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering: 8802

B.Tech Electrical Engineering: 9130

These cutoff ranks provide an indication of the competitive nature of admissions to different B.Tech specializations at NERIST. 

Q:   What is the latest cutoff information for MBA at NERIST?
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The latest cutoff information for MBA at NERIST (North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology) is 75 percentile in CAT exam. However, the minimum requirement for admission to the MBA program at NERIST is a bachelor's degree with 55% marks. The selection process for the MBA program at NERIST is divided into two components: the written test and group discussion/personal interview. The weightage for the written test and group discussion/personal interview is 75% and 25%, respectively.

NERIST
Students Ratings & Reviews

3.6/5
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Placement Review IconPlacements2.9
Infrastructure Review IconInfrastructure3.2
Faculty Review IconFaculty & Course3.6
Crowd Review IconCampus Life3.9
Money Review IconValue for Money4.4
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Many companies visit the campus like Power Grid, Oil India, and software companies regularly recruit the students of mechanical, electrical, civil, etc.
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Some companies which come here provide less salary, so not much of students are interested in that.
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B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering - Batch of 2029
4.4
5Placements3Infrastructure5Faculty4Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Our college has a good and favorable environment for good quality of studying.
Placements: This year, the placement rates for students at my college are impressive compared to previous years. I am from the ECE department, and companies are seeking skilled students rather than just those with good CGPAs. VLSI skills require a considerable amount of coding ability, and the focus is on the core domain of the department.
Infrastructure: I am a hosteler, and being a hosteler the quality of the room is quite good not much. If we compare it with the other private colleges the infrastructure quality needs to be improved as soon as possible. The size of the rooms is not enough for 2 people.
Faculty: Faculty members are good, and the professors are highly qualified and knowledgeable at their equal level. No compromises are there in education. The exams are conducted at very high security. There are negligible amount of chance of cheating in college during exams. Highly range jammers are used during the exam conducting.
Other: I feel like NERIST is mostly likely focused on the development of the core branches but I would appreciate the college if they provide more opportunities to the other branch students.
Reviewed on 31 May 2025Read More
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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2029
4.6
4Placements4Infrastructure5Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
I am satisfied with the things I am getting in my college. Especially for the placements.
Placements: In my college, there are ample placement opportunities for Mechanical Department students. Most companies, such as Oil India Limited, L&T, and TCS, recruit here. The average package is between 10 and 12 LPA, which is good for new engineering graduates. All final-year students are actively seeking jobs.
Infrastructure: Our departments, library, classrooms, and labs have good infrastructure. The Wi-Fi system offers 24/7 service. Hostel facilities are also decent, and for sports and games, there is a football turf, a volleyball court, and a gymnasium with all the necessary equipment. The mess food is quite okay—not particularly good or bad. 
Faculty: Our faculty members are well-informed and educated. They graduated from various colleges, including IIT Guwahati and IIT Bombay, among others. They possess strong teaching skills. The semester exams are easy if any student attends classes regularly. Teachers assign presentations.
Other: I have chosen mechanical engineering as my ambition is in aeronautics and aircraft design. If more instructors were available for our software learning or structural design, it would be more beneficial. Our college hosts mainly two events: one is RACAF (college fest) and the other is SYNERGY (sports event). We enjoy them a lot. E
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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2025
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3Placements3Infrastructure3Faculty2Crowd & Campus Life2Value for Money
Improvement is required in every aspect.
Placements: The minimum placement package starts from 3 LPA, and the maximum goes up to 6 LPA as of today, i.e., 03/02/2025. However, the highest package is around 9 LPA, offered by Oil India and other PSUs, which means the placement packages range from 3 LPA to 9 LPA. About 50% of the students from my course, B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, get placed. To be eligible for placements, students should not have any active backlogs. The top recruiting companies include Oil India, L&T, Vikas Group, Reliance, and others.
Infrastructure: The department building is good, and there is a Wi-Fi facility along with the library. It has a clean environment both inside and outside. However, there is no Wi-Fi connection in the labs and classrooms. The infrastructure is average and not very impressive, and cleanliness needs to be maintained. This should be addressed by the administration. The mess in the hostel is the worst, with no hygiene maintained. On the positive side, the canteen is decent, offering a variety of food items, including fast food. Sports and games facilities are well-equipped, with a turf ground, badminton court, basketball court, and more.
Faculty: Teachers are generally helpful, but some are arrogant and biased, making them less supportive of students. Although all the faculty members are well-qualified, they need to improve their teaching skills to be more effective in the classroom. When it comes to practical knowledge, the teaching curriculum does not meet expectations, so students often seek practical training during the summer. Exams are not very difficult to pass, but due to poor teaching that some students find hard to understand, teachers should be more considerate while checking papers. The passing percentage is 34 out of 100.
Other: I chose this course because of my interest in engineering. However, sometimes I feel that I chose the wrong university. The teaching skills of the faculty need improvement, and the classroom environment could be better. There are too many events in the college that disrupt student life and affect the hostel atmosphere. These events also lead to campus overcrowding with too many outsiders entering the premises. Connectivity needs improvement as well. Scholarships are provided by every state for students whose family income is less than 2.5 LPA.
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B.Tech. in Agricultural Engineering - Batch of 2025
3.8
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Good, could be better. But it's getting better day by day.
Placements: Placement is the most difficult thing in life because you don't know what you are going through or how you are feeling or what you are doing or whatever it takes you don't let me and you don't know how.
Infrastructure: Our college has free Wi-Fi and smart classroom. They provide a bus for traveling from one classroom to another. Classrooms are good. There is a football field, and the environment is superb. Come here, it's cheap and very nice. The best thing is that we can go back and forth from our institute.
Faculty: Teachers are good and helpful. We should join this institute for easy scoring, and getting a placement for this one will make you a millionaire in a year. You can earn money for yourself, and earn money for your family members and friends.
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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2025
4.2
3Placements4Infrastructure4Faculty5Crowd & Campus Life5Value for Money
Strong faculty, Industry- Relevant Curriculum, Vibrant Campus.
Placements: 60 percent of students were placed from my department. The highest package offered in my department was 1,200,000 LPA, and the lowest package was 300,000 LPA. The average package was above 400,000 LPA. Top recruiting companies were Tata Projects, L&T, and Vedanta.
Infrastructure: Most departments are equipped with high-speed Wi-Fi to ensure seamless internet connectivity for research. Classrooms are typically equipped with multimedia facilities like projectors and smart boards. University libraries usually have a wide range of textbooks.
Faculty: Our college has dedicated faculty who are approachable and willing to assist students. The faculty are typically well-qualified, with many holding advanced degrees (Masters or Ph.D.) in their respective fields. Our college has two exams: one mid-semester and one end-semester.
Other: The batch I am referring to consists of those who joined the course in 2021 and will graduate in 2025. I chose this course because of a strong interest in mechanical engineering coupled with a desire to pursue a career in the automotive industry.
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B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering - Batch of 2025
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NERIST pros and cons. Hidden behind the hills of Northeast.
Placements: The placements are average. The average per annum incomes which our college gives range from 3 LPA to 9 LPA. Many known companies do come, like L&T, TATA Projects, Vedanta, OIL India Ltd. Unknown small companies also come for non-technical posts. Otherwise, you can prepare well for GATE and get better placements.
Infrastructure: Academic blocks and classroom infrastructure are average. You won't find broken tables and chairs in classrooms. However, hostels are the worst here. Every single room will either have broken windows or broken walls, and some have water leaks too. Even the electricity wiring is very bad; the way they have done the wiring in the hostel is so bad that it can't take heavy loads, and during summer, there is always the problem of electricity overloading. Drinking water supply is very bad, both in the hostel and academic blocks. The tube lights and bulbs we have to buy by ourselves.
Faculty: The teachers here are very good and have good knowledge. Unlike other institutes, our teachers are very engaging and frank with us students. They are open-minded and love to interact with us. They teach the concepts very well and try to make sure that we have understood the concept well. The exams are also quite good. The questions you get here make sure that you have understood the concept properly in the classroom.
Other: NEIRST has lots of events and other extracurricular activities. RACAF is a yearly college event which will help you showcase your talents in singing, dancing, photography, drawing, arts, and so many things. It's an event where you can make your hobbies better or explore other new hobbies. Then there is SHRISTI, a technical fest where you can apply your engineering knowledge and aptitude knowledge to solve puzzles and participate in various events like Robo Wars.
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Q:   Is NERIST best in Itanagar?
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Yes, it is the best college in Itanagar. North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) is a deemed to be a university in Nirjuli place located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. The institute is autonomous and funded by MHRD, Govt. of India. NERIST has been ranked 186 among the top NIRF-rated Engineering colleges in 2021. The institute currently has 11 departments of education in Science & engineering and 1 center for management studies to offer degree courses across the disciplines of engineering, technology, sciences, and management. 

NERIST Rankings are:

  • Ranked 167 by the India Today in 2022 for the engineering courses
  • Ranked 201 by the NIRF in 2022 for its best engineering courses
  • Ranked 186 by the NIRF in 2021 for its best engineering courses
  • Ranked 333rd position in the country
  • Ranked 7555th position in the world educational ranking

For admission, NERIST conducts 3 entrance examinations for admission. The exams are- NEE (NERIST Entrance Examination)- I, NEE- II, and NEE- III.

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NERIST
Scholarships 2025

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The SC/ST students of North Eastern states are generally provided with stipends by the concerned state and Central
governments at varying rates. The North Eastern Council (NEC) also provides scholarship to the students of the region for
their study at Degree and higher levels. The students can also apply for various scholarships schemes available to them as
per eligibility through National Scholarship Portal (NSP). The continuance of stipend/scholarship is subject to the following
conditions:
(i) His/her maintenance of discipline in the Institute is consistently good and he/she is regular in the classes. Unauthorized
absence from the Institute/Hostel is treated as a lapse of discipline.
(ii) Satisfactory progress in his/her studies.

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Q:   How to reach North East Regional Institute of Science and Technology?
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The NERIST campus is beautifully located and situated among the green hills of Arunachal Pradesh. The campus is strategically located and is easily accessible via different modes of transportation. At a distance of about 330 km from Guwahati, the NERIST campus is accessible via the Donyi Polo Airport located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.

Also close by is the Lilabari Airport in North Lakhimpur, Assam. The urban centers like Shillong, Dibrugarh, and Dimapur also are well-connected to the location. The nearby railway stations to NERIST campus are Harmuti Railway Station and Naharlagun Railway Station, situated at distances of about 15 km and 7 km respectively.

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NERIST FAQs

Q:   Which one is better for a MBA, NERIST or Arunachal University of Studies?
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Both the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) and Arunachal University of Studies (AUS) are top MBA college of Arunachal Pradesh. NERIST offers a 2-year full-time MBA programme with dual specialization. AUS offers an MBA course for around INR 1.26 Lakhs. 
 
NERIST 
  • Ownership: Deemed
  • Fees: Around INR 21,320 (2 yrs)
  • Specializations: : Dual specialisation in any two of the five groups offered by Dibrugarh University
  • INR 4.00 Lakh
  • UGC, AICTE
AUS
  • Ownership: Private
  • Fees: Around INR 1.26 Lakhs (2 yrs)
  • Specializations: : A large pool of diversity
  • INR 3.6 Lakh
  • UGC

Comparing both the colleges, you can choose which one is better for you and convinent for you. Both the colleges are very good and have well qualified professors and their placements are also good and their infrastructure are also good and have labs, playgrounds, library all of the things so, now it's all up to you what you want to choose.

Q:   What is the fee for UG courses at NERIST?
A: 

North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) is a deemed to be a university in Nirjuli place located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. It has been ranked 186 among the top NIRF-rated Engineering colleges in 2021. The institute currently has 11 departments of education in Science & engineering and 1 center for management studies to offer degree courses across the disciplines of engineering, technology, sciences, and management. It offers 10+2 level certificate courses, post-10+2 Diploma courses, and degree programs. The degree programs offered at NERIST include BTech, BSc (Forestry Stream), MTech, MBA, MSc, and PhD programs. 

NERIST Fees & Eligibility

CourseFeesEligibility
B.Tech13,750 (1st Year Fees)Pass 10+2 NERIST Entrance Exam
B.Sc22,580 (1st Year Fees)10+2
M.Sc29,040 (1st Year Fees)Graduation
Polytechnic12,480 (1st Year Fees)10+2
MBA57,560 (1st Year Fees)Graduation
B.Tech {Lateral}22,580 (1st Year Fees)10+3 + NERIST Entrance Exam
Q:   How has your experience at NERIST influenced your personal growth?
A: 

North East Regional Institute of Science and Technology places significant emphasis on the personal and holistic growth of the students. To this end, the university has partnered with various bodies like the National Cadet Corps (NCC), National Service Scheme (NSS), Gymkhana, among others. The NERIST campus takes active participation in events like National Sports Day, cleanliness drives, community discussions, among others. All this promotes the all-round development of the student.

Q:   What are people's opinions on NERIST for MBA?
A: 

The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) offers a full time two year (4 semesters) MBA program. It offers MBA in 5 specializations namely Human Resources Management, Marketing Management, Systems Management, Finance, and Operation Management. According to students, the MBA curriculum is relevant to industry needs. Human Resources Management, Marketing Management, Systems Management, Finance and Operation Management are the major specialisations offered. Faculties are experienced. Maximum students get placed so, according to students they rate their placement as 8 out of 10. Also, faculty members are quite good so, they rate them also 8 out of 10 also, students get internships which helps them in their career growth. Also, class strength is of 80 students which is not too much so, students can focus on studies without disturbance and its course fee is INR 144060 per year which is not very high. Also, campus life is quite good and infrastructures are good.

Q:   How many students can do a B.Tech at NERIST?
A: 

The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology Nirjuli was founded in 1984. NERIST Nirjuli is a deemed-to-be university that is autonomous, fully sponsored, and managed by the Government of India's Ministry of Education (formerly MHRD). The NERIST Nirjuli offers four levels of programmes that include undergraduate, diploma, postgraduate, and doctoral. The NERIST Nirjuli courses include B.Tech, B.Sc, L.L.B, B.A.L.L.B, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, Diploma, and PhD. The candidates should meet the NERIST Nirjuli eligibility criteria for the desired course.

 

The total seat available for B.Tech/B.E is 60 and the candidates should have passed class 10+2 with physics, chemistry, and mathematics from any recognised board or in a 3-year Diploma course + NEE examination.

NERIST Quick Facts

  • NERIST has secured 186 rank in NIRF Engineering Rankings 2021.
  • The entrance exams that are conducted for various programs by the institute are- NEE (NERIST Entrance Exam). The exam is conducted at three-level for various programs, the exams are- NEE-I, NEE-II, and NEE-III
  • At present, the institute is offering Diploma/ UG/ PG/ Ph.D. degrees in many different disciplines of Engineering/ Management/ Humanities and Social Science/ and Science
  • For the UG courses, the institute is charging INR 39500 for admission fee/ tuition fee/ Misc. fee, etc.
Q:   Is NERIST as good as Arunachal University of Studies?
A: 

Yes, NERIST is also very good and is one of the top most college in Arunachal. Its fee is also lesser than the Arunachal University of Studies. Also, it has been ranked 186 among the top NIRF-rated Engineering colleges in 2021. The institute currently has 11 departments of education in Science & engineering and 1 center for management studies to offer degree courses across the disciplines of engineering, technology, sciences, and management. Also, you will get so much internship and placement opportunites here. Companies like Mahindra, tata, oil, Vedanta, etc. visited the campus this year The average package is around 6 LPA which is not a bad average. Here, faculty members are very kind and helpful. They have been supportive all throughout the courses. We had lot of subjects and many of them are very good at their knowledge and skills required for technical expertise. We had practicals guided by them, which were very helpful in understanding the concepts we learn in theory classes so, overall it is good as Arunachal University of Studies.

Q:   Is MBA at NERIST better than Arunachal University of Studies?
A: 

NERIST MBA Program: NERIST offers an MBA program through its Centre for Management Studies (CMS). The program provides specializations in Human Resources Management, Marketing Management, Systems Management, Finance, and Operation Management. The program aims to impart management education to future managers and policy makers of the region, with a focus on developing a synergy between global and local value systems.
Arunachal University of Studies MBA Program: Arunachal University of Studies also offers an MBA program.  The program provides specializations in Marketing Management, Systems Management, Human Resources Management, Finance, and Operation Management. 

Q:   What entrance exam scores are accepted by NERIST for admission?
A: 

The North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology Nirjuli was founded in 1984. NERIST Nirjuli is a deemed-to-be university that is autonomous, fully sponsored, and managed by the Government of India's Ministry of Education (formerly MHRD). The NERIST Nirjuli offers four levels of programmes that include undergraduate, diploma, postgraduate, and doctoral. The NERIST Nirjuli courses include B.Tech, B.Sc, L.L.B, B.A.L.L.B, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, Diploma, and PhD The candidates should meet the NERIST Nirjuli eligibility criteria for the desired course.

The institute conducts the NEE examination for the courses offered by NERIST that students need to qualify to apply for admission. NEE-I, NEE-II and NEE-III are the exams accepted by the institute for different course levels.

Selection Criteria:

Courses

Mode

Selection Criteria

B.E./B.Tech.

Entrance

Based on the scores secured in the NEE examination.

B.Sc

L.L.B

Merit

Based on the performance/scores obtained in past academics.

B.A.L.L.B.

Diploma

Entrance

Based on the scores secured in the NEE examination.

M.Tech.

Based on the scores obtained in the GATE exami

Q:   What is the highest package for B.Tech students at NERIST?
A: 

The highest salary package offered to B.Tech students at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) was INR 20 LPA by Oil, with the lowest salary package being INR 4 LPA offered by several IT companies during recent placements.

This significant the highest package reflects the strong placement opportunities available to B.Tech graduates from NERIST, indicating the value and recognition of the institute in the industry.

Q:   What was the highest package offered at NERIST?
A: 

The highest salary package offered was 16 LPA. The lowest salary package offered was 3.50 LPA. In the previous year, about 11 students got placed in PSUs. In the mechanical department, last year's final year batch had 45 students, out of which more than 50% of students got placed, about 10 students were preparing for GATE, 5 students were into MBA courses, and around 5-6 students were looking for placements. The highest salary package offered was 20 LPA by Oil. The lowest salary package offered was 4 LPA by several IT companies. Top recruiting companies were Oil, IOCL, BHEL, NEPCO, NHPC, NTPC, NRL, Tata, Tisco, Mahindra, etc. About 20% of students got internships in some private and government firms such as NRL, etc. The top role offered was a senior executive engineer. Almost 41% of students are placed. The salary package has increased by 10%. Many students get placed in the college in many reputed companies. It is a good college for placements.

Q:   Who are the top recruiters of NERIST?
A: 
Students from the final year are eligible for campus placement. Around 60% of students on average get placement on campus. The top recruiters for the North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) include: 
BHEL, Wipro, Tech Mahindra, SAP, Oil, IOCL, NEPCO, NHPC, NTPC, NRL
 
Other recruiters include: 
  • Tata Projects
  • Cummins
  • Brahmaputra Cracker and Polymer Ltd.
  • Infosys
  • ITC Infotech India Ltd.
  • Asahi India Glass Ltd.
  • Telecommunications Consultants India Ltd.
  • Capgemini
  • Cognizant
  • Power Grid Corporation of India

Internships and training are also provided by the college. Internships and training are provided from the 1st year itself. The internship is mostly not with a stipend. Students are sent to CTRTC AND TRTC for training. Moreover, internships are also done in companies like APDCL, OIL, ONGC, NEEPCO, IIT GUWAHATI, etc.

Q:   Is pursuing B.Tech at NERIST expensive?
A: 

Pursuing a B.Tech at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) is relatively affordable. The total fees for the B.Tech programme at NERIST range from approximately INR 13,750 for the first year for General Category students to INR 6,875 for Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe students.

This fee structure indicates that pursuing a B.Tech degree at NERIST is not excessively expensive, making it a cost-effective option for students looking to study engineering. The nominal fees at NERIST ensure that students can access quality education in the field of technology without significant financial burden.

Q:   Can I get into NERIST B.Tech with 70% in class 12th?
A: 

Yes, you can.

B.Tech Eligibility in NERIST

Eligibility conditions to NERIST B.Tech has two aspects: academic and age.

  • Academically, applicants are required to be:
    • Higher Secondary or Class 12th Appeared/ Passed with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics.
    • Appeared/Passed Higher Secondary equivalent (ITI/ NERIST Certificate) or Class 12th (Vocational stream)
  • Age-wise Maximum Age of applicants, as on July 31, 2023, should not be more than 23 years (General)/ 26 years (OBC & female)/ 28 years (ST/SC/PH).
  • For B.TechLateral Entry, candidates who have Appeared/ Passed 3 Years Diploma in relevant field from a government recognised Polytechnic or institute with a minimum aggregate of 60% will be considered eligible.
  • For B.TechLateral Entry, applicants need to fulfill the age criteria as specified by NERIST as Maximum Age as on July 31, 2023 is 40 years (General)/ 43 years (OBC and Female)/ 45 years (ST/SC/PH).
  • In order to gain lateral entry into B.Tech, applicants need to qualify NEE III.
Q:   What are the fees for B.Tech programmes at NERIST?
A: 

The fees for B.Tech programs at NERIST (North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology) are as follows:
B.Tech (General Category): INR 13,750 for the first year.
B.Tech (OBC/EWS): INR 13,750 for the first year.
B.Tech (Scheduled Caste/Scheduled Tribe): INR 6,875 for the first year.

Q:   Which entrance exams are accepted by North East Regional Institute of Science and Technology?
A: 

NERIST conducts admissions to its large variety of courses based on the entrance-test basis. Students looking for UG NERIST admissions can register for the NERIST Entrance Examination (NEE), which is held regularly for student admissions. Furthermore, Engineering students who are seeking BTech admissions can also obtain admissions through valid scoring obtained in the Junior Entrance Examination (JEE). PG admissions are also held for courses via the NERIST Post Graduate Entrance Test (NEPGET).

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