NIT Rourkela : Faq

A: Students with a valid GATE score at NIT Rourkela are eligible for a GATE scholarship of 8,000 INR monthly. However, it is essential to note that to receive this scholarship, candidates must meet specific attendance criteria.

A: The selection process for NIT Rourkela's MBA program considers various factors. While entrance examination scores, such as CAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, or XAT, are essential, they are not the sole criteria for selection. The institute also evaluates candidates based on their academic record and conducts Group Discussions (GD) and Personal Interviews (PI) as part of the selection process.

A: Yes, it is mandatory for students admitted to M.Tech, M.Tech(Res), and PhD programs at NIT Rourkela to return the scholarship or fellowship amount they have received up to that point if they decide to discontinue their program.

A: For admission to the Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) branch in the B.Tech program at NIT Rourkela, candidates from the general category must secure a JEE Main rank of 871 or better.

A: Yes, students at NIT Rourkela are typically required to stay in the campus hostels. However, exceptions may be considered under rare circumstances, but permission must be sought for such exceptions. The institute provides nine hostels, including six for boys, two for girls, and one for married students.

A: NIT Rourkela offers a wide range of on-campus facilities to its students, including ATMs, banking services, laundry facilities, a salon, stationery shops, a health centre, a post office, a sports complex, hostels, and various eateries, among others.

A: NIT Rourkela operates with a total of 20 departments, offering a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in fields such as engineering, information technology, business management, and more.

A: NIT Rourkela has no policy allowing students to change their allocated branch after the first year of admission. Therefore, students are advised to choose their branch carefully during the initial application process.

A: Among the courses offered at NIT Rourkela, the B.Tech program in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is one of the most popular choices among students. The branch has a strong track record of impressive placements, with the highest salary packages reaching INR 42 LPA.

A: The admission process at NIT Rourkela varies depending on the program. For undergraduate programs, admission is based on JEE Main scores and the JoSAA counselling process. For postgraduate programs, admission is determined by GATE scores or the institute's entrance exams. The MBA program admission process considers CAT scores, followed by Group Discussions and Personal Interviews (GDPI).

A: Yes, NIT Rourkela offers a five-year BTech-MTech (Dual Degree) program in various specializations, including Chemical Engineering, Industrial Ceramics, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, and Mining Engineering.

A: Foreign candidates interested in applying to NIT Rourkela can do so through the Direct Admission of Students from Abroad (DASA) scheme. The institute also offers an online application process through its official website.

 A: NIT Rourkela offers a range of courses, including BTech, BArch, BTech-MTech (Dual Degree), MTech, MBA, MA, MSc, Integrated MSc, and PhD programs. The institute's 20 departments offer these courses, covering fields such as engineering, information technology, business management, and more.

A: NIT Rourkela offers a two-year MBA program with specialization options. The program is divided into semesters, and admission is based on national-level exams like CAT, MAT, CMAT, GMAT, or XAT. Selected candidates are invited for Group Discussions and Personal Interviews (GDPI).

A: To pursue an MSc course at NIT Rourkela, candidates must appear for the IIT JAM entrance exam. Based on their IIT JAM performance and NIT Rourkela's cutoff, shortlisted candidates participate in CCMN Counselling for seat allotment.

A: Eligible candidates who have applied and obtained a high IIT JAM score are shortlisted for further admission rounds. The institute announces a CCMN Counselling cutoff, and candidates must attend counselling to secure a seat. Document verification is conducted during counselling, and admission is granted if all documents are in order.

A: Candidates must hold a valid Bachelor's degree from a recognized institute or university. To qualify for admission, candidates must have a minimum aggregate of 55% (or 50% for SC/ST/PWD candidates). to MSc programs at NIT Rourkela. Additionally, candidates who completed their graduation exams 2022 can apply for admission.

A: No, admission to MTech courses at NITs is primarily based on GATE scores, with no alternative options. After qualifying through GATE, candidates must participate in the CCMT (Centralized Counseling for MTech) process. The ultimate selection is determined by the merit in the GATE exam and the CCMT counselling rounds.

A: NIT Rourkela provides various scholarships to its students. These include scholarships from government authorities, such as the Post-Matric Scholarship (PMS) for SC/ST students, Top Class Scholarships for top-ranking SC and ST students,