National Institute of Technology Rourkela
About NIT Rourkela
NIT Rourkela, established in 1961 as a Regional Engineering College, is an Institute of National Importance and one of the top NITs in India. Its large residential campus is in Rourkela, Odisha.
B.Tech, B.Arch, dual-degree and integrated M.Sc. seats are filled through JEE Main ranks in JoSAA counselling. Tuition is INR 62,500 per semester (fee waivers apply for eligible categories and family incomes).
- Established
- 1961
- Type
- Institute of National Importance
- Ownership
- Government
- Approved by
- Govt. of India
- Location
- Sector 1, Rourkela, Odisha, India
- Address
- Sector 1, Jagda, Rourkela, Odisha 769008
- Exams accepted
- JEE Main, GATE, CAT, IIT JAM
- Streams
- Engineering, Management, Science, Architecture
- Programs
- 17 programs
NIT Rourkela courses & fees 2026
| Course | Duration | Fees | Eligibility | Apply |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Electrical Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Civil Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Chemical Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Metallurgical & Materials Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Mining Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Ceramic Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Biotechnology) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Biomedical Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Food Process Engineering) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Tech (Industrial Design) | 4 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| B.Arch | 5 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main Paper 2 rank via JoSAA | |
| Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) | 5 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA | |
| Integrated M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Life Science) | 5 years | ₹1.5 L/yr | 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics; JEE Main rank via JoSAA |
Fees are indicative per-year figures and can change every session. Please confirm the latest fee structure with the college or a CollegeDream counsellor.
NIT Rourkela admission 2026
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Step 1:
Check eligibility
Pass Class 12 with Physics, Chemistry and Mathematics and meet the JEE Main eligibility criteria.
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Step 2:
Write JEE Main
Appear for JEE Main, conducted by NTA in two sessions every year.
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Step 3:
JoSAA / CSAB counselling
Register for counselling, fill your choices and track the seat allotment rounds.
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Step 4:
Document verification
Upload your mark sheets, category certificates and ID proof for verification.
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Step 5:
Report & pay fees
Accept your seat and pay the fee to confirm admission.
NIT Rourkela placements
Top recruiters
Microsoft
Google
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Amazon
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Apple
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Intel
Q
Qualcomm
T
Texas Instruments
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Oracle
G
GAIL
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BPCL
Year-wise placement reports
Placement figures are indicative and based on recent placement seasons. Check the latest placement report with the college.
NIT Rourkela campus & facilities
NIT Rourkela: frequently asked questions
Admission to NIT Rourkela is based on JEE Main, GATE, CAT and IIT JAM, depending on the program. Check the eligibility for each course on this page, or request a call back and a CollegeDream counsellor will guide you through the process for free.
NIT Rourkela offers B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering), B.Tech (Electronics & Communication Engineering), B.Tech (Electronics & Instrumentation Engineering), B.Tech (Electrical Engineering), B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering), B.Tech (Civil Engineering), B.Tech (Chemical Engineering), B.Tech (Metallurgical & Materials Engineering), B.Tech (Mining Engineering), B.Tech (Ceramic Engineering), B.Tech (Biotechnology), B.Tech (Biomedical Engineering), B.Tech (Food Process Engineering), B.Tech (Industrial Design), B.Arch, Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) and Integrated M.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Life Science).
The B.Tech (Computer Science & Engineering) fee at NIT Rourkela is about ₹1.5 L per year. Fees can change every session, so confirm the latest fee structure before you apply.
The average package at NIT Rourkela is around ₹14.57 LPA. Top recruiters include Microsoft, Google, Amazon and Apple.
Yes. NIT Rourkela offers hostel accommodation, along with facilities such as library, wi-fi campus and labs.