NIT Raipur offers a mixed teaching experience with a faculty-to-student ratio of 1:90 for first-year students and a more favorable 1:5 in other contexts. The faculty is highly qualified, many with advanced degrees and industry experience, although teaching quality varies. Exams are conducted twice a semester, with a marking scheme of 30 marks for mid-semester exams, 20 for teacher assessment, and 50 for end-semester exams. Placement opportunities are strong, with eligibility starting from the 6th or 7th semester.
In 2021-22, 738 offers were made, with the highest package at 62 LPA, and an average of 12.93 LPA. About 80% of eligible students secure placements, with CSE and IT branches reporting averages between 15-17 LPA. Internship opportunities start in the 3rd year, offering stipends from 20k to over 100k per month. The BTech fee structure is around ?1,40,000 per year, with various scholarships and waivers available based on category and income.
SC/ST students receive a 100% tuition waiver, while General and OBC students have full waivers if family income is below ?1 lakh, and a 66% remission for incomes between ?1 lakh and ?5 lakh. The estimated total cost for a General candidate over four years is ?8-9 lakhs, including tuition and hostel fees. Scholarships are available from government and private sources, and hostel fees are around ?54,000 annually. Financial assistance can also be accessed through student welfare associations and campus employment opportunities.
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