NIT Rourkela B.Tech Industrial Design: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to engineering programs at NIT Rourkela is through the JEE Main entrance exam, followed by JoSAA counseling. Qualified candidates can apply for IIT through JEE Advanced. NIT seats are allocated based on the JEE Main merit list over seven counseling rounds, with a CSAB special round for left-over seats. The college boasts well-qualified faculty, particularly in circuital branches, though some issues in non-circuital branches have been reported. Tuition fees for general students are INR 1 lakh per semester, with waivers for other categories.

The first semester costs INR 124,000, and subsequent semesters are INR 99,000. Scholarships and loans are available, with full tuition waivers for families earning less than INR 1 lakh annually. Placement statistics are strong, with 97% of students securing jobs upon graduation. The highest package is INR 52.4 lakhs per annum, particularly in Computer Science. The average package is INR 20 lakhs for Computer Science and lower for other branches.

The placement process starts in the 7th semester with about 200 companies participating. Internships from the second or third year offer opportunities for pre-placement offers. The institute supports entrepreneurship and provides mentorship to enhance employability. The total annual cost, including tuition and hostel, can reach up to INR 180,000, with various financial aids accessible.