Overview
NIT Hamirpur came into existence on 7 August 1986 as the Regional Engineering College, Hamirpur, a joint enterprise of the Government of India and the Government of Himachal Pradesh, starting with just Civil and Electrical Engineering. It was upgraded to a National Institute of Technology with deemed university status on 26 June 2002, and declared an Institution of National Importance in 2007. The institute has a residential campus of over 300 acres in the foothills of the Himalayas. It offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes in engineering, architecture, sciences and management.
NIT Hamirpur Highlights
| Founded | 1986 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh |
| Popular programmes listed | 5 |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
B.Arch
M.Tech
M.Sc
MBA
Admission Process
B.Tech and B.Arch admission is through the JEE Main examination, with seats allotted in the JoSAA and CSAB counselling rounds. M.Tech and M.Arch admission is based on a valid GATE score, with allotment handled through CCMT. M.Sc admission goes through CCMN based on JAM scores, MBA admission follows the institute's own process with national-level test scores, and PhD admission involves an application followed by a test or interview.
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.
Placements
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Scholarships
Tuition is fully waived for SC, ST and PwD students, and for students whose family income is below ₹1 lakh a year; those with income between ₹1 lakh and ₹5 lakh pay roughly a third of the tuition. Merit scholarships and central and state schemes through the National Scholarship Portal further support students.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at NIT Hamirpur?
You need to qualify JEE Main and take part in the JoSAA counselling rounds (followed by CSAB special rounds). Your JEE Main rank decides your branch and seat.
What is the B.Tech fee at NIT Hamirpur?
Tuition is ₹62,500 per semester for general-category students as per the institute's official fee structure, so the yearly cost works out to roughly ₹1.25–1.5 lakh including other charges (indicative). Fee waivers apply based on family income.
Where is the NIT Hamirpur campus located?
The campus is in the foothills of the Himalayas in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, a residential campus spread over 300-plus acres surrounded by hills, forests and rivers.
How is M.Tech admission done at NIT Hamirpur?
Admission is based on a valid GATE score, with seats allotted through the CCMT counselling portal. Some departments may also hold a test or interview.
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