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National Institute of Technology Rourkela

Sector 1, Rourkela, Odisha 769008, India
A premier Institute of National Importance, NIT Rourkela is recognized for its elite NIRF-13 rank, world-class research in Ceramics, and 650-acre residential campus.

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About

NIT Rourkela

National Institute of Technology Rourkela is one of India's most prestigious technical universities, setting global research benchmarks in the heart of Odisha.

Established in 1961 and holding a prestigious NAAC A++ accreditation, NIT Rourkela is a titan of technical education. Ranked 13th in NIRF 2025 (Engineering), the institute offers a diverse range of B.Tech programs, including unique branches like Ceramic and Food Process Engineering. The 650-acre lush green campus is fully Wi-Fi enabled and houses 120+ state-of-the-art laboratories. The 2025-2026 placement season recorded an average CTC of 13.43 LPA with a record highest international package of 1.2 Crore. Top recruiters like Microsoft, Tata Steel, and Amazon visit annually, benefiting from the institute's research-heavy curriculum and industry-sync training.

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Campus Snapshot

Rourkela, 650 Acres

NIRF Rank

13

Average Package

₹13.43 LPA

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Academic Programs

Courses & Branches

Explore our comprehensive range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs designed to shape future leaders in technology and science.

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Electrical Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Civil Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Chemical Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Biotechnology and Medical Engineering

4 Years

B.Tech Ceramic Engineering

4 Years

B.Arch Architecture

5 Years

M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

2 Years

M.Tech Structural Engineering

2 Years

M.Tech Power Electronics and Drives

2 Years

M.Tech Thermal Engineering

2 Years

M.Tech Industrial Design

2 Years

MBA Master of Business Administration

2 Years

M.Sc Mathematics

2 Years

M.Sc Physics

2 Years

M.Sc Chemistry

2 Years

PhD Engineering and Sciences

3-5 Years

PhD Management Studies

3-5 Years

Quick Facts

Location

Rourkela, Odisha

Students

6,300+

Ranking

Institute of National Importance

Courses

20+

Founded

1961

Campus

National Residential Mega Campus

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Discover a modern campus equipped with state-of-the-art classrooms, libraries, hostels, and student activity zones. The environment fosters creativity, leadership, and holistic development.

Prime Location

Sector 1, Rourkela, Odisha 769008, India

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Academic Requirements

75% in Class 12 with Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chem/Bio/Biotech
Minimum 75% marks in Class 12 (65% for SC/ST/PWD) or Top 20 percentile
JEE Main 2026 qualification and rank-based selection mandatory
Counseling via JoSAA (Joint Seat Allocation Authority)

Domicile & Reservation

SC (15%), ST (7.5%), OBC-NCL (27%), EWS (10%) as per GOI
PWD and Female Supernumerary seats available
Merit-cum-Means (MCM) and Fee Remission schemes available
50% State Quota (Odisha); 50% Other State Quota

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JEE Main
GATE
NIMCET
IIT JAM

Documents Required

JEE Main Scorecard 2026
Class 10 & 12 Marksheets
Caste/Category Certificate
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