#16
NIRF Ranking
~1,350+ B.Tech Seats
Annual Seats
₹15.50 - ₹28.00 LPA
Average CTC (CSE / Flagship)
₹1.25+ Cr
Highest Package Offered
Campus Landmarks & Infrastructure
Library & LearningBiju Patnaik Central Library
Multi-level library with automated RFID book loan systems and 24x7 reading cubicles.
Technology ParkTIIR Incubation Center
Technology Innovation and Industry Relations center housing 50+ deep-tech startups.
Academic Programs & Admission Pathways
| Degree / Course | Duration | Entrance Exam | Admission Authority | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech / Dual Degree | 4 / 5 Years | JEE Main | JoSAA / CSAB | Class 12 PCM (75% aggregate) + Qualified JEE Main |
Branch-Wise Placement Highlights
| Academic Branch | Average CTC | Median CTC | Placement Rate | Top Participating Recruiters |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | ₹28.00 LPA | ₹22.00 LPA | 98.50% | Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, Goldman Sachs |
| Electronics & Communication | ₹21.50 LPA | ₹18.00 LPA | 95.00% | Qualcomm, Texas Instruments, Intel |
Closing Rank Trends by Year
Interactive Selector · B.Tech by defaultCategory:
Category Type: CRL (Common Rank List)
Counselling Authority / Exam: JEE Main Round 6 Closing Ranks (General Open Gender-Neutral)
Selected Category:UR-OPEN (General)
| Academic Branch / Specialization | Quota | 2026 | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | OS | 4,266 | 3,431 | 2,940 | 3,786 | Top Choice |
| Electronics & Communication Engg | OS | 5,456 | 5,785 | 5,721 | 6,770 | Competitive |
| Electrical Engineering | OS | 10,108 | 10,623 | 10,462 | 12,910 | Competitive |
Indicative figures. Closing ranks here are compiled from public sources and may not correspond to a specific counselling round. Verify against official JoSAA / CSAB / MCC data before making admission decisions. UR-OPEN reflects the Common Rank List; category-wise ranks are shown only where verified data has been added.
Campus Facilities, Culture & Important Highlights
Campus Facilities & Infrastructure
- Dilip Tirkey Hockey Stadium:Synthetic astro-turf hockey stadium with floodlit international standards.
Annual Fests & Student Life
- Nitinav (Cultural Fest):The grand annual cultural festival of NIT Rourkela.
- Innovision (Technical Fest):Eastern India's largest techno-management fest.
Scholarships & Tuition Fee Waivers
- 100% Tuition Fee Waiver for SC/ST/PwD students.
- Full Tuition Waiver for family income < ₹1.0 Lakh.
- 66.67% Remission for family income between ₹1.0L and ₹5.0L.
Notable Alumni & Leaders
- C. P. Gurnani (Former CEO & MD of Tech Mahindra)
- Soma Mondal (Former Chairperson of SAIL)
Campus Connectivity & How to Reach
Nearest Airport
Rourkela Airport (RRK) - 8 km; Jharsuguda Veer Surendra Sai Airport (JRG) - 125 km
Nearest Railway Station
Rourkela Railway Station (ROU) - 7 km (major station on Howrah-Mumbai trunk route)
Road & Highway Access
Direct access to National Highway NH-143
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is the NIT Rourkela campus?
NIT Rourkela spans 1,200 acres, making it one of the largest residential technical campuses in India.
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