Overview
NIT Srinagar was established in 1960 as one of the eighteen Regional Engineering Colleges set up during the Second Five Year Plan. It is among the oldest NITs in northern India and now runs undergraduate, masters and doctoral programmes. The institute is a fully residential campus on the banks of the famous Dal Lake, with the Hazratbal Shrine on the other side of the campus. Its engineering departments include civil, mechanical, electrical, electronics and communication, computer science, chemical, metallurgical and information technology.
NIT Srinagar Highlights
| Founded | 1960 |
|---|---|
| University type | Institute of National Importance |
| Ownership | Public |
| Location | Srinagar, Jammu and Kashmir |
| Popular programmes listed | 3 |
| Official website | Visit official website → |
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Popular Courses & Fees
B.Tech
M.Tech
Ph.D
Admission Process
B.Tech admission is through JEE Main, with seats allotted via JoSAA and CSAB counselling. Masters programmes admit students through GATE and the institute's own process, while doctoral admission follows department-level screening with a test or interview. The institute publishes its admission notices and schedules on its website each year.
How to apply — typical steps
Every university's exact process differs — confirm each step on the official website.
- 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 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). Students can apply for National Scholarship Portal schemes and Jammu and Kashmir government scholarships. Details are announced through the institute's academic section.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get admission to B.Tech at NIT Srinagar?
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 Srinagar?
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). Fee waivers apply for SC, ST, PwD and low-income students.
Is NIT Srinagar a residential campus?
Yes. The institute describes itself as a residential institute with accommodation in hostels and staff quarters, set on the banks of Dal Lake.
How is M.Tech admission done at NIT Srinagar?
Masters admission is based on GATE scores and the institute's admission process. Check the official website's admissions section for the current year's notices.
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