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NIT Silchar · NIRF #39 · Northeast India

NIT Silchar Cutoff 2026

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

JoSAA 2026 counselling has concluded — all 5 rounds have been released (June 13, June 30, July 6, July 10, and the final Round 5 on July 16, 2026). Data below is based on JoSAA 2025 final closing ranks and is approximate. Verify on josaa.nic.in. CSAB special rounds may offer additional opportunities.

#39

NIRF Rank 2025

Silchar, Assam

Location

1967

Established

₹6–10 LPA

Avg. Package (CSE)

NIT Silchar is a key NIT in India's northeast, located in Silchar, Assam. It serves as an important educational hub for students from Assam, Manipur, Mizoram, Nagaland, and other northeastern states. The institute has been improving its NIRF ranking and placement outcomes steadily.

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

BranchHS ORHS CROS OROS CR
Computer Science & Engineering3,40115,9011,8017,891
Electronics & Communication Engineering15,90232,8017,89218,801
Mechanical Engineering32,80252,80118,80235,801

HS = Home State (Assam) 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 Silchar CSE?
Based on JoSAA 2025, NIT Silchar CSE (General) had an OS closing rank of approximately 7,891 and HS closing rank of approximately 15,901. Assam candidates benefit from HS quota. Non-Assam students need rank under ~7,891 for OS quota.
2
Is NIT Silchar a good NIT?
Yes. NIT Silchar (NIRF #39) is a well-regarded NIT in the northeast. While the rank is lower than top NITs, the quality of education is good. Being one of the key NITs in northeastern India, it offers advantages for students from Assam and neighboring states.
3
What are NIT Silchar placements like?
NIT Silchar has decent placements with average packages around ₹6–10 LPA. Companies like TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and some product startups recruit from the campus. The placement trend has been improving year-on-year.
4
Is there CSAB special round benefit for NIT Silchar?
Yes. NIT Silchar frequently has vacant seats after JoSAA rounds, which are filled during CSAB special rounds. If you miss the JoSAA allotment, keep an eye on CSAB special rounds for a chance to get NIT Silchar with a higher rank than the main round cutoffs suggest.
5
How is living at NIT Silchar campus?
NIT Silchar has a self-contained campus in Silchar, Assam (Cachar district). The campus has all facilities including hostels, mess, sports complex, and library. The northeast location means excellent scenic environment, though students from other parts of India may need time to adjust to the local culture.
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