Overview
NIT Rourkela was founded in 1961 as the Regional Engineering College, Rourkela, and was renamed a National Institute of Technology on 26 June 2002. It was declared an Institution of National Importance in August 2007. The institute is located in Rourkela, the steel city of Odisha, and runs one of the largest academic programmes among NITs, with 17 departments offering 21 undergraduate programmes. It is known for distinctive B.Tech programmes such as Food Process Engineering, Ceramic Engineering and Biotechnology, alongside a Bachelor of Architecture.
NIT Rourkela Highlights
| Founded | 1961 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Rourkela, Odisha |
| 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 admission is based on a valid GATE score, with allotment handled through CCMT, and the institute also offers M.Tech by Research. M.Sc admission goes through CCMN based on JAM scores, and MBA admission follows the institute's own process with national-level test scores.
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, 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 NIT Rourkela?
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 Rourkela?
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.
Which B.Tech branches are unique to NIT Rourkela?
NIT Rourkela offers distinctive B.Tech programmes in Food Process Engineering, Ceramic Engineering and Biotechnology, along with the regular branches and a B.Arch programme.
How is M.Tech admission done at NIT Rourkela?
Admission is based on a valid GATE score, with seats allotted through the CCMT counselling portal. The institute also runs an M.Tech by Research programme for those inclined towards research.
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