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NIT Rourkela · NIRF #21

NIT Rourkela Cutoff 2026

Branch-wise JEE Main Opening & Closing Ranks · Home State & Other State Quota · JoSAA 2026

NIT Rourkela 2026 cutoffs will be released during JoSAA 2026 counselling (~June–July 2026). Data below is based on JoSAA 2025 final closing ranks and is approximate. Verify on josaa.nic.in.

#21

NIRF Rank 2025

Rourkela, Odisha

Location

1961

Established

₹10–15 LPA

Avg. Package (CSE)

NIT Rourkela is one of the largest NITs in India, located in the industrial city of Rourkela, Odisha. Ranked NIRF #21, it is known for strong programs in Mechanical, Civil, and Chemical Engineering, and has a vibrant technical culture with numerous student clubs and fests.

NIT Rourkela Branch-wise Cutoff 2026 – HS & OS Quota (General)

BranchHS ORHS CROS OROS CR
Computer Science & Engineering2,3417,8247013,201
Electronics & Communication Engineering7,82515,8013,2027,801
Mechanical Engineering15,80225,8017,80214,801
Civil Engineering25,80238,80114,80223,801
Chemical Engineering38,80253,80123,80235,801

HS = Home State (Odisha) quota. OS = Other State quota. OR = Opening Rank, CR = Closing Rank. General (UR) category. JEE Main ranks. Data based on JoSAA 2025.

1
What rank is needed for NIT Rourkela CSE?
Based on JoSAA 2025, NIT Rourkela CSE (General) had an OS closing rank of approximately 3,201 and HS closing rank of approximately 7,824. Odisha candidates get the HS quota advantage. Non-Odisha students need rank under ~3,201 for OS quota.
2
Is NIT Rourkela good for CSE placement?
Yes. NIT Rourkela CSE has strong placement records with average packages around ₹10–15 LPA. Top companies including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and several product companies recruit from the campus. The institute has a dedicated Training & Placement Cell.
3
What is NIT Rourkela famous for?
NIT Rourkela (NIRF #21) is one of the largest NITs by campus area and student strength. It is particularly known for its Mechanical, Civil, and Metallurgical Engineering programs, and also has a strong CSE and ECE department. The campus is located in the steel city of Rourkela, Odisha.
4
Can I get NIT Rourkela ECE with rank 8,000?
With rank ~8,000 from Odisha (home state), NIT Rourkela ECE (HS CR ~15,801) should be attainable. From other states with rank 8,000, ECE OS (CR ~7,801) would be close to the boundary. Use the college predictor for a more accurate assessment.
5
How does NIT Rourkela compare to NIT Calicut?
NIT Calicut (NIRF #19) ranks slightly above NIT Rourkela (NIRF #21). Both have similar quality CSE/ECE programs. NIT Calicut is in Kerala while Rourkela is in Odisha — your home state matters significantly for quota advantages. Cutoffs are broadly comparable.
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