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NIT Fee Structure 2026 – Tuition, Hostel & Total Cost

Complete fee breakdown for all NITs: tuition, hostel, mess, scholarships and SC/ST fee waiver details

Annual Tuition

~₹1.25–1.75 LPA

Annual Hostel+Mess

~₹1–1.5 LPA

Total Annual Cost

~₹2.5–3.5 LPA

Total 4-Year Cost

~₹10–14 Lakh

Fee structures are approximate for 2025-26. Exact fees vary by NIT. Check official NIT websites for the current fee schedule.

NIT-wise Fee Structure 2025-26 (Approximate)

NITTuition FeeHostel + Mess4-Year Total
NIT Trichy₹1.25 Lakh/yr₹1.2–1.5 Lakh/yr₹10–11 Lakh
NIT Warangal₹1.25 Lakh/yr₹1.0–1.3 Lakh/yr₹9–10.5 Lakh
NIT Surathkal₹1.25 Lakh/yr₹1.1–1.4 Lakh/yr₹9.5–11 Lakh
NIT Calicut₹1.25 Lakh/yr₹1.0–1.3 Lakh/yr₹9–10.5 Lakh
NIT Rourkela₹1.50 Lakh/yr₹0.9–1.2 Lakh/yr₹9.5–11 Lakh
MNNIT Allahabad₹1.50 Lakh/yr₹0.9–1.2 Lakh/yr₹9.5–10.5 Lakh
MNIT Jaipur₹1.50 Lakh/yr₹1.0–1.3 Lakh/yr₹10–11 Lakh

Scholarships & Fee Waivers at NITs

SC/ST Tuition Fee Waiver

Full tuition fee waiver for all SC/ST category students under GoI scheme. Auto-applied on admission.

Merit-cum-Means (MCM) Scholarship

Full/partial tuition waiver for family income < ₹5 LPA + monthly stipend ₹1,000. Apply at NIT financial aid office.

OBC Post-Matric Scholarship

State-funded scholarship for OBC students. Covers tuition; apply via state government portal or NSP.

Central Sector Scholarship (CSS)

Merit-based for top 20th percentile in Class 12 board. ₹12,000/year for 1st–3rd year, ₹20,000/year for 4th year.

National Scholarship Portal (NSP)

scholarships.gov.in — central portal for all central and state scholarships. Apply by October each year.

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Frequently Asked Questions – NIT Fee Structure 2026

Common questions about NIT fees, scholarships and cost of education

1
What is the annual fee at NIT?
The annual fee at NIT (National Institute of Technology) varies slightly between institutes. Tuition fee is approximately ₹1.25-1.75 Lakh per year. Adding hostel (₹20,000-40,000/year) and mess charges (₹60,000-1,10,000/year), the total annual cost is approximately ₹2.5-3.5 Lakh. Total 4-year B.Tech cost at most NITs ranges from ₹10-14 Lakh, making NITs more affordable than IITs.
2
What is the hostel fee at NIT?
NIT hostel fees are lower than IIT hostel fees due to smaller city locations. Hostel rent at NITs typically ranges from ₹15,000-35,000 per year depending on the room type (single, double, triple sharing). Mess charges add another ₹60,000-1,10,000 per year. Total hostel + mess at NITs is approximately ₹1-1.5 Lakh per year. NITs in smaller cities like NIT Trichy, NIT Rourkela have lower costs than those near metro areas.
3
How do NIT fees compare to IIT fees?
NIT fees are slightly lower than IIT fees. The key difference is tuition: IIT charges ~₹2-2.5 Lakh/year while NIT charges ~₹1.25-1.75 Lakh/year. Hostel and mess costs are also slightly lower at most NITs. Total 4-year NIT cost (₹10-14 Lakh) vs IIT cost (₹16-20 Lakh) — NITs are roughly ₹4-6 Lakh cheaper overall. Both are excellent value compared to private colleges given the quality of education.
4
Is there a fee waiver for SC/ST students at NIT?
Yes. SC (Scheduled Caste) and ST (Scheduled Tribe) students at NITs are eligible for full tuition fee waiver under the Government of India's scheme. Additionally, the Post-Matric Scholarship from state governments may cover hostel and mess charges for SC/ST students. The fee waiver is automatic upon admission for SC/ST category students. Students need to submit their caste certificate to the NIT's financial aid office to claim the waiver.
5
How to get a scholarship for NIT?
To get scholarships at NIT: (1) Merit-cum-Means (MCM): Apply at the NIT financial aid office with income certificate (family income < ₹5 LPA). (2) SC/ST scholarship: Submit caste certificate for automatic fee waiver. (3) National Scholarship Portal (NSP): Apply for central and state scholarships at scholarships.gov.in. (4) OBC Post-Matric Scholarship: OBC students can apply through state governments. (5) Corporate scholarships (Tata, Infosys Foundation): Apply directly through their portals.

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SC/ST students get automatic tuition fee waiver at all NITs. Submit your caste certificate at the financial aid office on Day 1 of joining.

Disclaimer

Fee figures are approximate for 2025-26. Check individual NIT websites for exact and updated fee schedules.