National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela)
Government (Institute of National Importance)
About NIT Rourkela
NIT Rourkela is located on a sprawling 650-acre campus in Rourkela, Odisha. Established in 1961, it is one of the premier NITs in India with NIRF Rank #16 and NAAC A++ grade. The campus features world-class infrastructure including academic blocks, 120+ laboratories, central library with 2L+ books, auditoriums, sports complex, stadium, 15 hostels, and hospital. The fully WiFi-enabled campus provides a vibrant learning environment with modern classrooms, research centers, and recreational facilities. NIT Rourkela is known for its excellent placements (average ₹13.43 LPA, highest ₹1.2 Crore), strong alumni network, and outstanding academic reputation.
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Courses Offered
9 academic programs available
B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 2,680-5,231
₹8-120 LPA
B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 5,000-9,000
₹7-40 LPA
B.Tech Electrical & Electronics Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 6,000-11,000
₹7-30 LPA
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 8,000-14,000
₹6-28 LPA
B.Tech Civil Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 10,000-18,000
₹6-22 LPA
B.Tech Chemical Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 12,000-20,000
₹6-20 LPA
B.Tech Ceramic Engineering
₹1,38,250/year
JEE Main Rank 18,000-25,000
₹6-18 LPA
M.Tech Computer Science
₹75,000/year
GATE Score + CCMT
₹10-50 LPA
M.Tech VLSI Design
₹75,000/year
GATE Score + CCMT
₹8-35 LPA
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Eligibility Criteria
10+2 with 75% marks in PCM (65% for SC/ST/PwD) for B.Tech. 60% in graduation for M.Tech.
Valid score in JEE Main or GATE
Through JoSAA counseling based on JEE Main rank for B.Tech. For B.Tech CSE, JEE Main rank 2,680-5,231 typically required for General category. GATE scores for M.Tech through CCMT.
Important Dates 2026
Campus Facilities
World-class infrastructure
Central Library
Modern library with 2,00,000+ books, digital resources, journals, and 24/7 reading rooms
Research Centers
Specialized research centers for AI, VLSI, Materials Science, Ceramic Engineering, and Renewable Energy with government funding
Computer Center
State-of-the-art computing facilities with high-performance systems and supercomputing cluster
Laboratories
120+ state-of-the-art laboratories for engineering, science, and research
Sports Complex
Excellent sports facilities including stadium, cricket ground, football field, basketball courts, tennis courts, and indoor games
Hostels
15 hostels with 24/7 security, Wi-Fi, recreational facilities. Separate hostels for boys and girls
Auditoriums
Multiple auditoriums with 1000+ seating capacity for conferences and cultural events
Healthcare
On-campus hospital with 24/7 emergency services and specialist doctors
Banks & ATMs
On-campus banking with multiple banks including SBI, HDFC, and ATM facilities
Food Court
Modern cafeteria and multiple canteens serving diverse cuisines
Wi-Fi Campus
High-speed Wi-Fi connectivity throughout the 650-acre campus
Industrial Collaboration
Strong industry partnerships with 200+ companies for internships and placements
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Latest News & Updates
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NIT Rourkela Achieves Record ₹1.2 Crore Highest Package in 2024
Record breaking placement season with highest package of ₹1.2 Crore and average package of ₹13.43 LPA. 1,147 job offers with median ₹15.25 LPA
NIT Rourkela Ranked 16th in NIRF Engineering 2024
NIT Rourkela maintains strong position in NIRF Engineering rankings 2024 with NAAC A++ grade accreditation
200+ Recruiters Visit NIT Rourkela Campus in 2024
Massive placement drive with 200+ companies recruiting 900+ students including Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe
NIT Rourkela Launches New AI Research Center
New state-of-the-art AI Research Center inaugurated with advanced computing facilities for deep learning and machine learning research
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