National Institute of Technology 💻: Courses, Eligibility, Best NIT and more

National Institute of Technology: If you are an aspiring engineer, architect or scholar then NIT is not a new term for you. After the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT), science stream students face a tough competition to get into NITs across India. The National Testing Agency conducts the JEE Exam every year to shortlist candidates for admission in centrally funded institutes like IITs and NITs. In this blog, we will help you understand What is NIT and its features. We will also help you to know about the best NIT in India, courses and their fees.

What is NIT?

Established in 2007 by the Indian government, NIT stands for National Institutes of Technology. These institutions were previously known as RECs (Regional Engineering Colleges) and were run by state and central governments in collaboration. NITs came into the picture with the rapid expansion of the technology-based industry to keep pace with the demand for scientific education. At present, there are 31 NITs located in different state territories, all funded by the central government.

The National Institute of Technology offers technical courses like B.Tech, M.Tech and more. Students who perform exceptionally well in the entrance exam get a chance to enrol here for higher education.

Why Choose NIT?

If you weren’t able to make the cut for the IITs, don’t lose hope because the following reasons will convince you why NITs could be the next best option in line for you-

📌 Employment- You could have the same level of job security as an IITian, it all depends on how well you imbibe your course and its field-based application.

📌 Industry-Ready Skill Development- NITs uphold an aim to not only make their students ready for exams but also for the actual corporate world. 

📌High Quality Education- When it comes to learning NITs offer updated courses dispersed via the most effective and high-quality teaching methods.

📌 More Valued Degree- NIT qualifications are highly valued by employers due to their industry-focused curriculum, making graduates job-ready with specialized skills. These skills, combined with strong soft skills, give NIT graduates a competitive edge for senior roles and postgraduate studies at reputable institutions.

The industry relevance, practicality, and quality of an NIT qualification will set you apart and make you stand out in a sea of academically qualified graduates, ensuring that you are noticed.

Must Read: JEE Main Eligibility Criteria

🧑‍🎓 NIT Colleges List and NIRF Rankings

Following is a list of 31 NITs you may be interested in-

National Institute of Technology Colleges in India	NIRF Ranking
NIT Trichy (NITT), 1964	9
NIT Karnataka (NITK), 1960	12
NIT Rourkela (NITRKL), 1961	16
NIT Warangal (NITW), 1959	21
NIT Calicut (NITC), 1961	23
NIT Nagpur (VNIT), 1960	41
NIT Durgapur (NITDGP), 1960	43
NIT Silchar (NITS), 1967	40
NIT Jaipur (MNIT), 1963	37
NIT Allahabad (MNNIT), 1961	49
NIT Kurukshetra (NITKKR), 1963	58
NIT Jalandhar (NITJ), 1987	46
NIT Surat (SVNIT), 1961	65
NIT Meghalaya (NITM), 2010	72
NIT Patna (NITP), 1886	41
NIT Raipur (NITRR), 1956	70
NIT Srinagar (NITSRI), 1960	82
NIT Bhopal (MANIT), 1960	80
NIT Agartala (NITA), 1965	91
NIT Goa (NITG), 2010	90
NIT Jamshedpur (NITJSR), 1960	NA
NIT Manipur (NITMN), 2010	95
NIT Hamirpur (NITH), 1986	NA
NIT Uttarakhand (NITUK), 2010	NA
NIT Puducherry (NITPY), 2010	NA
NIT Arunachal Pradesh (NITAP), 2010	NA
NIT Sikkim (NITSKM), 2010	NA
NIT Delhi (NITD), 2010	51
NIT Mizoram (NITMZ), 2010	NA
NIT Nagaland (NITN), 2010	NA
NIT Andhra Pradesh (NITANP), 2015	NA

📒 National Institute of Technology Courses

The National Institute of Technology is mostly known for providing technical-based degrees. Courses like B.Tech and M.Tech in different streams are so popular here in the institutes. However, non-science students will be glad to know that they can now pursue courses like MA in English from NIT. We have mentioned some of the popular NIT Courses below, check them out.

Popular BTech Course of NIT

• Electrical & Electronics Engineering
• Electronics & Communication Engineering
• Civil Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Computer Science Engineering
• Production Engineering
• Mechanical Engineering
• Metallurgical Engineering

Eligibility Criteria For NITs

We have mentioned some details to help candidates who are looking for information about how to get into NIT or want to know the eligibility for B.Tech courses.

• For General category– students, securing admission to NITs entails obtaining a minimum of 75% marks in the 12th board exams and attaining a decent JEE Mains rank, typically above 95% percentile or around 50k rank, which is generally sufficient for a seat through the state quota in most states, except some top NITs.
• SC/ST students– SC/ST students have a more accessible path. They need a minimum of 65% marks in their 12th boards and a Common Rank List (CRL) under 2 Lakhs in JEE Mains. Alternatively, if they meet the 12th board criteria and employ a strategic approach in marking the JEE answers, they may secure a seat through their reservation. This highlights a challenging aspect of the Indian reservation system, not factoring in fee concessions post-NIT admission.

Admission Procedure To Get into NIT

Here are the general admission procedure steps for getting into an NIT (National Institute of Technology) in India. Candidates who want to get admission in any course offered by NIT, need to fulfil the eligibility first. Having the required educational background and good scores in JEE exams are mandatory.

Counselling Session

Qualified candidates participate in a centralized counselling process conducted by the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). During this online counselling session, candidates can register, choose their preferred colleges and courses from the list of NITs, and make careful selections to maximize their chances of securing desired seats.

Admission Confirmation

Candidates who are allocated seats in NITs must confirm their admission by accepting the allotted seat and submitting the required seat acceptance fee. Additionally, they may need to complete the document verification process at designated reporting centres. Please note that specific details and requirements may vary from year to year and from one NIT to another. 

Also Read: NIT Exam Form

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The top NIT colleges in India continue to shine as beacons of knowledge and innovation, nurturing leaders and professionals who play pivotal roles in the nation’s growth and development. 

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