National Institute of Technology, Durgapur

West Bengal
Fees: B.Tech: ₹1,73,700 per year (total ~₹5.56 Lakhs for 4 years). M.Tech: ₹2.73 Lakhs total (2 years). MBA: ₹1,23,700 per year (~₹2.47 Lakhs total). MCA: ₹55,000 per year. M.Sc: ₹30,000 per year. Ph.D: ₹30,000 per year. Hostel (per semester): ~₹19,600 (room rent + establishment). Mess charges: ~₹14,500 per semester. Tuition fee waiver available: Full waiver for family income < ₹1 LPA; 2/3 waiver for ₹1-5 LPA family income; SC/ST students: tuition ~₹13,000/year.
Average Package: ₹12.61 LPA (2025 placement season, overall); ₹21.45 LPA for CSE (2024)
Highest Package: ₹80 LPA (2025 placement season)

About National Institute of Technology, Durgapur

National Institute of Technology Durgapur (NIT Durgapur or NITDGP), formerly known as Regional Engineering College Durgapur (REC Durgapur), is one of India's foremost public technical universities and a premier Institute of National Importance, established by an Act of Parliament in 1960. Located in the industrial city of Durgapur, West Bengal, approximately 160 kilometres north-west of Kolkata on the Howrah–Delhi main railway route and overlooking National Highway No. 2 (the Grand Trunk Road), the institute sits at a historically and industrially strategic location. Spanning a lush, fully residential campus of 187 acres, NIT Durgapur is a co-educational institution that houses over 4,973 students (as of 2025), including 3,571 undergraduates, 718 postgraduates, and 684 doctoral researchers. The institute is administered by an autonomous Board of Governors under the Ministry of Education, Government of India, and is fully funded by the Central Government. It holds accreditation from the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) and is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the University Grants Commission (UGC). Academically, NIT Durgapur offers a wide portfolio of programmes across 14 departments: Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Earth and Environmental Sciences, Humanities and Social Sciences, and Management Studies. The institute offers B.Tech (4-year), Integrated B.Tech+M.Tech (5-year dual degree), M.Tech (25 specialisations), MBA, MCA, M.Sc, MSW, Integrated M.Sc, and Ph.D programmes. In the NIRF Rankings 2024, NIT Durgapur was ranked 44th in the Engineering category and 93rd in the Overall category. Among all NITs, it consistently features in the top 10. The institute has an academic staff of 266 and a strong emphasis on research, innovation, and industry collaboration with partners such as IIT Delhi, Central Manufacturing Technology Institute (CMTI) Bangalore, and Sister Nivedita University Kolkata. NIT Durgapur's placement record is outstanding. In the 2025 placement season, over 589 job offers were extended, the highest package touched ₹80 LPA, and the average package was ₹12.61 LPA with an overall placement rate of 82%. The CSE branch recorded an average package of ₹21.45 LPA. Top recruiters include Microsoft, Amazon, Google, Apple, Nvidia, PayPal, JP Morgan, Oracle, Deloitte, PwC, TCS, Infosys, HCLTech, and Adani Group, among 200+ companies that visit annually. Beyond academics, the campus offers a vibrant student life with active technical and cultural clubs, and hosts Aarohan – the annual Techno-Management Festival widely recognised as the second largest such event in Eastern India. The campus facilities include a central library with over 1 lakh volumes, nine hostels (7 boys' and 2 girls'), a hospital, gymnasium, multi-sports complex, auditorium (900+ capacity), computer centre, multiple research laboratories, SBI and Canara Bank branches, a post office, canteens, and a shopping complex. The motto of NIT Durgapur is , Udyogah Purusasya Laksanam , (Work Maketh A Man).

Admission Process

B.Tech: Admission via JEE Main score followed by JoSAA/CSAB Counselling. Minimum eligibility: 75% aggregate in Class 12 with Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. M.Tech: Admission through valid GATE score followed by CCMT Counselling. Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering/technology discipline. MBA: Admission based on CAT/MAT/XAT/CMAT score, followed by Written Ability Test (WAT) and Group Discussion/Personal Interview (GDPI). Eligibility: Graduation with minimum 55% aggregate (50% for SC/ST). MCA: Admission through NIMCET score followed by counselling. Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with Mathematics as a subject. M.Sc: Admission through IIT JAM score followed by CCMN Counselling. Eligibility: Bachelor's degree in relevant science subject. Ph.D: Institute-level entrance test followed by interview. Eligibility: Master's degree or B.Tech (for direct PhD) with valid GATE/NET score preferred. All admissions are subject to category-based reservations as per Government of India norms (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD).

Cutoffs

B.Tech CSE (General-AI): Opening Rank ~5404, Closing Rank ~11587 (2025). B.Tech ECE (General-AI): Closing Rank ~13606. B.Tech EE (General-AI): Closing Rank ~19552. B.Tech ME: Closing Rank ~29000. M.Tech (GATE cutoff 2024): Ranges from 399 to 712 across specialisations. M.Tech Microelectronics & VLSI: GATE score 596 (2025).

Rankings & Recognition

NIRF 2024: #44 in Engineering, #93 Overall | NIRF 2025: #49 in Engineering | The Week 2024: #25 among Technical Universities in India | Among Top 10 NITs in India

Top Recruiters & Placements

Microsoft,Amazon,Oracle,Google,Apple,Nvidia,PayPal,Uber,JP Morgan,Wells Fargo,Deloitte,PwC,Accenture,TCS,Infosys,HCLTech,Publicis Sapient,Bosch,Adani Group,JSW,IBM,ICICI Bank,Electrosteel,AM/NS India,Amdocs,Byju's,LTI Mindtree,Tata Projects,Wipro,Tech Mahindra

Scholarships

1. Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship (MCM): For students with family income up to ₹4.5 LPA; ₹1,000/month for UG students. 2. Tuition Fee Waiver: Full waiver for family income < ₹1 LPA; Two-third waiver for ₹1-5 LPA; SC/ST students pay only ~₹13,000/year tuition. 3. National Scholarship Portal (NSP) Scholarships: OBC, SC/ST Central Sector Scheme scholarships. 4. Prime Minister's Special Scholarship Scheme (PMSSS): For students from J&K and Ladakh. 5. Inspire Scholarship (DST): For M.Sc students in basic sciences with valid INSPIRE award. 6. Institute Financial Assistance: For students facing exceptional hardship. 7. State Government Scholarships: West Bengal government merit and minority scholarships applicable.

Student Life & Campus

NIT Durgapur offers a vibrant campus life across its 187-acre fully residential green campus. The institute has an active student community with numerous technical clubs (coding, robotics, AI), cultural clubs (music, dance, drama, fine arts), and sports clubs. The annual Techno-Management Festival 'Aarohan' is the second largest of its kind in Eastern India, attracting students from across the country. Students can also participate in inter-NIT sports meets, hackathons, cultural exchanges, and national-level competitions. Sports facilities include football, cricket, basketball, badminton, volleyball, tennis, and a swimming pool. The campus also has a gymnasium. Students are accommodated in 9 hostels (7 for boys and 2 for girls), all with mess facilities, Wi-Fi, and security. Two canteens, a shopping complex, banking services, and a post office are located within the campus. The medical unit provides round-the-clock healthcare. The campus is equipped with campus-wide Wi-Fi and has a well-stocked central library that remains a hub for academic and research activities.

Facilities

Central Library (3-floor building with 1 lakh+ volumes, e-resources, Wi-Fi, Xerox),7 Boys' Hostels (Netaji Subhas Hall, J.C. Bose Hall, Tagore Hall, C.V. Raman Hall, and others),2 Girls' Hostels with all modern amenities,Medical Unit cum Hospital (10 indoor beds, 2 resident doctors, 24x7 service),Auditorium (900+ seating capacity),Computer Centre with High-Speed Internet,High Voltage Laboratory (Graduate Research & Undergraduate Teaching Lab),Sports Complex (Indoor and Outdoor) – Football ground, Cricket ground, Basketball, Badminton, Volleyball, Tennis courts, Swimming pool,Gymnasium,2 Canteens (near main academic building and rear exit),Shopping Complex for daily needs,SBI Bank Branch and ATM on campus,Canara Bank Branch on campus,Post Office on campus,Co-educational Higher Secondary School (for employees' wards),Wi-Fi enabled campus,Advanced Research Laboratories across all 14 departments,Seminar Halls and Conference Rooms,Placement and Career Development Centre

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is NIT Durgapur's NIRF ranking?

NIT Durgapur is ranked 44th in the Engineering category and 93rd in the Overall category as per NIRF 2024. In NIRF 2025, it achieved rank 49 in Engineering with a score of 55.94.

What is the admission process for B.Tech at NIT Durgapur?

Admission to B.Tech at NIT Durgapur is based on JEE Main score. Candidates must clear JEE Main and then participate in JoSAA counselling. Seats are allotted based on rank, category, and choice of branch.

What is the total fee for B.Tech at NIT Durgapur?

The total tuition fee for B.Tech at NIT Durgapur is approximately ₹5 to ₹5.56 Lakhs for the entire 4-year programme. The first-year fee is approximately ₹1,73,700. Tuition fee waivers are available for students with family income below ₹5 LPA.

What are the top B.Tech branches at NIT Durgapur?

Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is the most sought-after branch, followed by Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE), Electrical Engineering (EE), and Mechanical Engineering (ME). CSE has the highest placement average at ₹21.45 LPA (2024).

What is the highest package at NIT Durgapur?

The highest package offered during NIT Durgapur placements 2025 was ₹80 LPA. In 2024, the highest package was ₹51 LPA.

Does NIT Durgapur offer hostel facilities?

Yes. NIT Durgapur has 7 boys' hostels accommodating ~2,500 students and 2 girls' hostels accommodating ~500 students. Hostel accommodation is mandatory for all first-year UG students.

What PG courses are available at NIT Durgapur?

NIT Durgapur offers M.Tech (25 specializations), MBA, MCA, M.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Earth Sciences), MSW, and Ph.D programmes across engineering, science, management, and humanities.

What is the admission process for M.Tech at NIT Durgapur?

M.Tech admission is based on GATE score, followed by CCMT counselling. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline and a valid GATE score.

What scholarships does NIT Durgapur offer?

NIT Durgapur offers Merit-Cum-Means Scholarship, National Scholarship Portal (NSP) OBC scholarship, tuition fee waivers based on family income (full waiver below ₹1 LPA, partial for ₹1-5 LPA), and SC/ST financial assistance schemes.

Is NIT Durgapur an autonomous institution?

Yes. NIT Durgapur is an Institute of National Importance established by an Act of Parliament (1960). It has autonomous university status, is approved by AICTE and UGC, and is accredited by NBA.

Courses & Fees

  • B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Electrical Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Civil Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Chemical Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Biotechnology - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • B.Tech in Mathematics and Computing - ₹1,73,700 per year (approx. ₹5.56 Lakhs total)
  • Integrated B.Tech + M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year
  • Integrated B.Tech + M.Tech in Electrical Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year
  • Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech) in Chemical Engineering - ₹1,73,700 per year
  • M.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Microelectronics and VLSI Design - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Electronics and Communication Engineering - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Electrical Engineering (Power Systems) - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Machine Design) - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Mechanical Engineering (Thermal Engineering) - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Structural Engineering) - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Civil Engineering (Environmental Engineering) - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Chemical Engineering - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Biotechnology - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Information Security - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Data Science - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Industrial Engineering and Management - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Geotechnical Engineering - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Transportation Engineering - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Power Electronics and Drives - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Tech in Instrumentation and Control - ₹70,000 per year (approx. ₹2.73 Lakhs total)
  • M.Sc in Physics - ₹30,000 per year (approx. ₹60,000 total)
  • M.Sc in Chemistry - ₹30,000 per year (approx. ₹60,000 total)
  • M.Sc in Mathematics - ₹30,000 per year (approx. ₹60,000 total)
  • M.Sc in Earth and Environmental Studies - ₹30,000 per year (approx. ₹60,000 total)
  • Integrated M.Sc in Chemistry (5-Year) - ₹30,000 per year
  • MBA (Master of Business Administration) - ₹1,23,700 per year (approx. ₹2.47 Lakhs total)
  • MCA (Master of Computer Applications) - ₹55,000 per year (approx. ₹1.65 Lakhs total)
  • MSW (Master of Social Work) - ₹30,000 per year (approx. ₹60,000 total)
  • Ph.D in Engineering (All Departments) - ₹30,000 per year
  • Ph.D in Science (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics, Earth Sciences) - ₹30,000 per year
  • Ph.D in Management Studies - ₹30,000 per year
  • Ph.D in Humanities and Social Sciences - ₹30,000 per year

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Pros

  • Institute of National Importance with strong academic legacy since 1960
  • NIRF ranked 44th in Engineering (2024) – Top 10 among NITs
  • Excellent placement record with highest package of ₹80 LPA (2025)
  • Strong CSE average package of ₹21.45 LPA (2024)
  • Wide range of courses – B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, MCA, M.Sc, MSW, Ph.D
  • Fully residential campus with 187-acre green campus
  • Active student clubs and tech/cultural fests (Aarohan – 2nd largest Techno-Management Fest in Eastern India)
  • Affordable fee structure with income-based tuition fee waivers
  • Strong alumni network across top industries globally
  • Well-connected to Kolkata (160 km) via NH-2 and Howrah-Delhi railway line

Cons

  • Infrastructure in some older buildings needs modernization
  • Limited non-engineering course options
  • Placement percentage lower for core branches like Biotechnology (62%) compared to CSE (87%)
  • City of Durgapur has limited entertainment and urban amenities
  • Faculty availability can be inconsistent in some departments

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Notifications & Updates

  • JoSAA 2026 Counselling Registration Begins – B.Tech Admissions Open (2026-06-03)
  • CCMT 2026 Registrations Open for M.Tech Admissions (2026-05-01)

Location

Mahatma Gandhi Avenue, A-Zone, Durgapur - 713209, West Bengal, India

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Contact Details

Phone: +91-343-2546397

Email: director@admin.nitdgp.ac.in

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