National Institute of Technology Meghalaya (NIT Meghalaya), established in 2010, stands as one of India’s youngest yet rapidly evolving premier engineering institutions. Located initially on a temporary Shillong campus and now developing its permanent 300-acre site in Cherrapunjee (Sohra), it was declared an Institute of National Importance under the NIT Act, functioning autonomously under the Ministry of Education. Designed to foster technical excellence for the North-Eastern region, the institute began with core undergraduate engineering programs and has since expanded to offer B.Tech (CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil), M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, and Ph.D. degrees. It is accredited by AICTE, UGC, and NBA, and has climbed steadily in national rankings—achieving #68 in the NIRF Engineering 2024—a significant jump from its #72 position in 2023.
From an engineering perspective, NIT Meghalaya combines modern pedagogy and growing research infrastructure—labs, incubators, and faculty with cross-disciplinary credentials—to support student projects in areas like AI, embedded systems, sustainable energy, and regional context-driven solutions. Its placement performance reflects this trajectory: the 2024-25 placement cycle saw 117 offers from 79 recruiters, with a highest package of 46.3 LPA and an average of 9.7 LPA—a robust outcome given the institute's young age. Major recruiters include Amazon, Deloitte, Samsung, Infosys, IBM, and TCS.
In essence, NIT Meghalaya offers a compelling mix of emerging infrastructure, strong national recognition, a growing academic and research ecosystem, and competitive placements—making it an increasingly attractive option for students seeking a modern engineering education with regional relevance in Northeast India.
NIT Meghalaya: Ranking, Recognition & Accreditation (2025)
| Category | Rank / Rating |
|---|---|
| NIRF – Engineering (2024) | #68 nationally |
| India Today – Engineering Govt. (2025) | #56 among B.Tech colleges |
| Outlook – Engineering (2024) | #16 |
| IIRF – Engineering (2024) | #88 |
| Webometrics Global | Ranked ~7,885 globally (July 2024) |
| Institution Type | Institute of National Importance (under NIT Act 2007) |
| Autonomy & Funding | Fully autonomous; funded by Ministry of Education |
| Approvals & Accreditation | Recognized by UGC, AICTE, NBA |
| Additional Recognition | CEGR "Best Institute in North East (2021)" award |
NIT Meghalaya Admission Schedule 2025
| Program | Event | Date(s) |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | JEE Main Session 2 Result | April 19, 2025 |
| JoSAA Registration & Choice Filling | June 3–12, 2025 | |
| JoSAA Mock Seat Allotment – Rounds 1 & 2 | June 9 & 11, 2025 | |
| JoSAA Seat Allotments – Rounds 1–5 | R1: Jun14 R2: Jun 21 R3: Jun28 R4: Jul4 R5: Jul10 |
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| JoSAA Round6 Allotment & Final Reporting Deadline | R6: Jul 16; Reporting & Fee by Jul20 | |
| M.Tech | GATE Dates | Feb1–2 & Feb15–16, 2025 (for CCMT eligibility) |
| CCMT Counselling Registration & Round 1 | Early June (Reg by Jun 4; Seat Allotment Jun 9) | |
| CCMT Rounds 2 & 3 | R2: Jun 21 R3: Jun 27 |
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| M.Sc | JAM via CCMN Counselling Dates | Registration May 24–Jun 7; Counselling Jun12 (Tentative) |
| Ph.D. (Science & Engg.) | Application Deadline | May 6, 2025 |
| Shortlist Declaration | May 13, 2025 | |
| Written Test & Interviews | June 16–17, 2025 | |
| Final Selection Declaration | June 17–18, 2025 |
NIT Meghalaya – Courses, Fees & Eligibility (2025)
| Program | Duration | Total Fees (INR) | Eligibility |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil) | 4 years | ~5.78 L total (1.45 L/yr) | 10+2 (PCM & English) ≥75% + JEE Main + JoSAA |
| M.Tech (various specializations) | 2 years | ~1.81 L total (0.9 L/yr) | B.Tech ≥60% + valid GATE + CCMT counselling |
| M.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths) | 2 years | ~0.71 L total (0.35 L/yr) | B.Sc ≥55–60% + IIT JAM + CCMN |
| Ph.D. (Engineering/Science) | 3–5years | ~1.05 L total (0.35 L/yr) | Postgraduate (M.Tech/M.Sc) ≥55–60% + GATE/UGC NET + Interview |
NIT Meghalaya – B.Tech Round 5 Closing Ranks (2025)
| Branch | Category | OS Closing Rank | HS Closing Rank |
|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | GEN | 22,131 | 59,949 |
| OBC-NCL | 6,921 | (not specified) | |
| SC | 2,870 | 40,375 | |
| ST | 1,297 | 6,940 | |
| EWS | — | — | |
| ECE | GEN | 30,444 | 146,176 |
| OBC-NCL | 9,594 | — | |
| SC | 4,505 | — | |
| ST | 1,826 | — | |
| EEE | GEN | 38,352 | 146,012 |
| OBC-NCL | 12,571 | — | |
| SC | 6,719 | — | |
| ST | — | — | |
| Mechanical | GEN | 45,422 | 136,427 |
| OBC-NCL | 14,453 | — | |
| SC | 7,268 | — | |
| ST | 3,073 | — | |
| Civil | GEN | 48,977 | 318,381 |
| OBC-NCL | 16,061 | — | |
| SC | 7,283 | — | |
| ST | 2,962 | — |
NIT Meghalaya Placement Overview (2024–25)
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| Number of Recruiters | 79 companies participated in campus placements |
| Total Offers | 117 job offers extended |
| Highest Package | 46.3LPA |
| Average Package | 9.7LPA |
| Lowest Package | 3LPA |
| UG Students Placed | 112 placed (out of 140), median 10.5LPA |
| PG Students Placed | 17 placed, median 7.35LPA |
Branch-Wise Placement Insights
Mechanical Engineering (ME): best UG placement rate at 66.6%, with 14 offers made
Electrical Engineering (EE): ~54% placement rate
CSE & ECE: highest packages up to 12 LPA and average packages around 7 LPA
Top Recruiters (2024)
DRDO, BHEL, BSNL, Amazon, Deloitte, HCL, Infosys, Samsung, Hitachi, Tata Projects, BPCL, Oracle, Nokia, and more
NIT Meghalaya Hostel Facilities – 2025
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Hostel Blocks | 5 boys’ hostels & 2 girls’ hostels across Shillong and Sohra (temporary/permanent campuses) |
| Capacity | Boys: ~465; Girls: ~140 residents |
| Room Types | Single, double, triple sharing rooms available (PG/M.Sc/Ph.D get mostly single units) |
| Furniture & Utilities | Includes bed, study table, chair, almirah, fans; 24×7 water, electricity, high-speed Wi-Fi, and LAN in hostels |
| Mess & Food | In-house mess per hostel; student committee manages menus; food quality rated “ok to decent” |
| Recreational Facilities | Common rooms, TV, indoor games, gym, outdoor courts—volleyball, badminton; each boys’ hostel has gym |
| Security & Support | 24×7 security staff, CCTV, logbook entry, female security in girls’ hostels; thermal scanners, first-aid kits |
| Medical Facilities | On-campus doctor visits (3× week) and partnership with local hospital |
| Transport | Institute-run 24 and 32 seater buses for daily commute between hostels and campus |
| Fees | Hostel fee approx. 19,500–33,000/year (covers room and mess advance) |
| Infrastructure Quality | Overall student feedback indicates clean, modern facilities—though food quality and Wi-Fi get mixed reviews |
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