Overview
VNIT Nagpur was established in 1960 as the Visvesvaraya Regional College of Engineering, sponsored by the Government of India and the Government of Maharashtra, by amalgamating the state government engineering college that had functioned at Nagpur since 1956. In 1962 it was named after the engineer-statesman Sir M. Visvesvaraya. It received deemed university status in June 2002 and became an Institution of National Importance in 2007. The institute sits on a 214-acre campus on South Ambazari Road in Nagpur.
NIT Nagpur Highlights
| Founded | 1960 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Nagpur, Maharashtra |
| Popular programmes listed | 5 |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
B.Arch
M.Tech
M.Sc
PhD
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 admission is based on a valid GATE score, with allotment handled through CCMT. M.Sc admission goes through CCMN based on JAM 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 are also available.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at VNIT Nagpur?
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 VNIT Nagpur?
Tuition is about ₹62,500 per semester for general-category students, so the yearly cost works out to roughly ₹1.25–1.5 lakh including other charges (indicative). Fee waivers apply based on family income.
Why is it called Visvesvaraya NIT?
The institute was named in 1962 after Sir M. Visvesvaraya, the eminent engineer, planner and statesman, by a resolution of the college's governing board.
How is M.Tech admission done at VNIT Nagpur?
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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