NIT Rourkela Admissions 2025: Courses, Fees, Cutoffs, Placements & Ranking

Overview of NIT Rourkela

The National Institute of Technology Rourkela (NIT Rourkela) is one of India’s most prestigious technical institutions, recognized as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Established in 1961, it is located in the industrial city of Rourkela, Odisha, and boasts a sprawling 647-acre green campus that is self-contained with cutting-edge academic buildings, hostels, healthcare, sports, and residential facilities. NIT Rourkela offers a wide array of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in Engineering, Science, Management, and Architecture, and is particularly renowned for its strengths in Computer Science, Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, and Data Analytics.

The institute is consistently ranked among the top 20 engineering colleges in India, with a NIRF 2024 Engineering rank of 19 and an Overall rank of 34. Known for its rigorous academic environment, world-class infrastructure, and excellent faculty, NIT Rourkela also stands out for its vibrant research culture and strong industry interface. The placement performance is outstanding, with tech giants like Google, Apple, Microsoft, and Amazon offering premium packages to graduates. With a dynamic campus life, a diverse student community, and a commitment to excellence, NIT Rourkela remains a top destination for engineering and research aspirants across the country.

NIT Rourkela – Highlights & Ranking

Established: 1961 (formerly REC Rourkela); declared Institute of National Importance
Campus: ~647 acres in Odisha; NAAC & NBA accredited; UGC recognized
NIRF 2024 Rankings:
- Engineering – 19th
- Overall – 34^th
TOI Ranking: Among top 8 engineering institutes in India (Times Engineering 2025)
QS Southern Asia 2025: Ranked 78^th

Courses Offered & Fees (1^stYear)

Program	Specialisations	Eligibility	Entrance + Counselling	1st Year Fee (INR)
B.Tech	15 branches (e.g., CSE, ECE, EE, Mech, Chemical, BioTech, etc.)	10+2 (PCM, ≥75%); JEE Main	JoSAA	248,000
B.Arch	Architecture	10+2; ≥55%; PCM	JEE Main + NATA + JoSAA	226,000
B.Tech/M.Tech	Integrated dual degree	Same as B.Tech	JoSAA	~223,000
M.Tech	35+ specialisations (CSE, VLSI, Thermal, Structural, etc.)	B.Tech/M.Sc + GATE	CCMT	112,000–161,000
M.Sc	7 streams (Physics, Math, Chemistry, Life Sciences, etc.)	B.Sc + IIT JAM	CCMN	~56,500
MBA	HR, Finance, Marketing, Operations	Graduation + CAT/XAT/MAT/CMAT	GD + PI	~232,000
Ph.D	Engineering, Sciences, Management	MSc/M.Tech/B.Tech + GATE/NET/CEED	Written Test + Interview	~134,000

Admission Overview – 2025

Undergraduate: JEE Main → JoSAA counselling; B.Arch requires NATA
Postgraduate:
- M.Tech – GATE → CCMT
- M.Sc – IIT JAM → CCMN
- MBA – CAT/CMAT etc. → GD & PI
- Ph.D. – Institute-level written test & interview after national exams

NIT Rourkela – JEE Main Round 4 Closing Ranks (All Categories)

Course (Gen Category HS/OS)	GENERAL	OBC-NCL	SC	ST	EWS
B.Arch	1223/ 521	1585/ 240	11660/ 83	7826/ 45	12502/ 153
CSE	7853/ 3167	–/ 1214	–/ 409	–/ 729	–/ 351
Artificial Intelligence	9099/ 3918	–/ 1258	–	–	–
ECE	11195/ 5264	–/ 1902	–	–	–
EIE	13784/ 8400	–/ 3641	–	–	–
EE	16008/ 9640	–/ 3473	–	–	–
Mechanical Engg.	20771/ 13040	–/ 4819	–	–	–
Chemical Engg.	23539/ 16319	–	–	–	–

–” indicates data wasn’t specified but can be expected to follow similar patterns—for instance OBC closing for CSE HS is likely ∼4440 based on earlier rounds

GENERAL (OS): B.Arch (521) is the most competitive course, followed by CSE (3167), AI (3918), ECE (5264), and EE (~9640).
GENERAL (HS): B.Arch (1223), then CSE (7853), AI (9099), ECE (11195), and Mechanical (20771).
OBC-NCL (OS): CSE closes at 1214; AI at 1258; ECE at ~1902.
OBC-NCL (HS): B.Arch at 1585.
SC (OS): B.Arch (83); CSE (409).
ST (OS): B.Arch (45); CSE (729).
EWS (OS): B.Arch (153); CSE (351).

Placements 2024

Metric	Offer (INR)	Remarks
Highest Package (Overall)	120LPA	Offered to ECE student
Highest Package (CSE)	83.6LPA	CSE-specific high offer
CSE Average Package	21.6–24LPA	Varies slightly by report
ECE Average Package	19–21LPA (estimated)	High due to international offers
Top Recruiters	Google, Amazon, Microsoft, Apple, SAP, Deloitte, PwC, Oracle

NIT Rourkela Hostel Facilities – 2025

Facility	Details
Total Hostels	11 Boys’ Hostels (GH), 3 Girls’ Hostels (GH), 1 International Hostel
Capacity	~6000+ students
Allotment	Based on course/year; single/double/triple sharing varies by seniority
Hostel Fees	15,000 – 23,000 per semester (excluding mess)
Mess Charges	15,000 – 20,000 per semester (variable, depending on chosen mess)
Room Amenities	Bed, table, chair, fan, cupboard; basic furniture provided
Internet Facility	24×7 high-speed Wi-Fi and LAN in all hostels
Laundry	Paid automatic laundry systems available
Common Facilities	Reading room, common TV hall, indoor games, recreation spaces
Mess Type	Multiple messes with vegetarian/non-vegetarian food options
Security	24×7 CCTV surveillance, security guards, biometric entry
Maintenance Support	Hostel management committee + caretaker + maintenance help
Medical Support	On-campus dispensary and ambulance facility for hostel residents
Gym & Sports	Gymnasium, badminton courts, volleyball court, and access to central sports complex