Overview
NIT Agartala traces back to 1965, when it started as Tripura Engineering College. The Government of India converted it into a National Institute of Technology on 1 April 2006, with a mandate to drive technical education and research in the North-East. The institute runs nine B.Tech branches alongside M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA and MBA programmes, plus doctoral research. Its campus sits at Jirania, a short distance from Agartala in Tripura.
NIT Agartala Highlights
| Founded | 1965 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Agartala, Tripura |
| Popular programmes listed | 4 |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
M.Tech
M.Sc
MCA
Admission Process
B.Tech admission is through JEE Main, with seats allotted via JoSAA and CSAB counselling; the institute also admits students through DASA and ICCR. M.Tech admission is based on GATE scores through CCMT, while M.Sc admission goes through JAM and CCMN. The institute publishes its admission notices, reporting schedules and fee details on its website every year.
How to apply — typical steps
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- Open the admissions section on the university's official website.
- Choose your programme and check its eligibility criteria.
- Fill the online application form and upload the required documents.
- Pay the application fee and submit before the deadline.
- Track counselling and merit-list announcements on the official website.
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Scholarships
Tuition is fully waived for SC, ST and PwD students under Ministry of Education orders, and other students get full or partial remission based on family income (full waiver below ₹1 lakh a year, two-thirds remission between ₹1–5 lakh). The institute runs a Scholarship and Financial Assistance section that lists government schemes, and M.Tech students can apply for institute assistantships. Students also apply for National Scholarship Portal schemes through the usual process.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at NIT Agartala?
You need to qualify JEE Main and take part in JoSAA or CSAB counselling. Your JEE Main rank decides your branch and seat.
What is the B.Tech fee at NIT Agartala?
Tuition is ₹62,500 per semester for general and OBC students, so the yearly cost comes to roughly ₹1.5–2 lakh including other charges (indicative). SC, ST and PwD students pay no tuition, and income-based remissions apply.
How many B.Tech branches does NIT Agartala offer?
Nine: Bio Engineering, Chemical, Civil, Computer Science and Engineering, Electrical, Electronics and Communication, Electronics and Instrumentation, Mechanical, and Production Engineering.
How is M.Tech admission done at NIT Agartala?
Admission is based on a valid GATE score, with seats allotted through CCMT counselling. The institute also publishes notices for sponsored and self-financed seats.
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