Complete guide to NIT Jalandhar — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar (NIT Jalandhar), named after the architect of the Indian Constitution Dr. B.R. Ambedkar, was established in 1987 as the Regional Engineering College Jalandhar. Ranked #40 in NIRF Engineering 2026, it is Punjab's premier engineering institution and is strategically situated in Jalandhar — one of Punjab's major industrial and commercial cities, known for its sports goods, leather, and engineering industries.
Set on a 284-acre campus on the historic GT Road, NIT Jalandhar offers B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and PhD programmes across 13 academic departments. The institute has strong programmes in Computer Science, ECE, Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, and Textile Technology — with the Textile Technology department being uniquely aligned to Punjab and Ludhiana's large apparel and hosiery manufacturing industry.
NIT Jalandhar has been developing its research capabilities with active projects in machine learning, advanced materials, chemical process engineering, and structural engineering. The institute benefits from Punjab's large and diversified industrial base, which provides avenues for industry-sponsored research, consultancy, and placement, particularly in the engineering and manufacturing sectors.
Campus life at NIT Jalandhar is shaped by Punjab's warm and vibrant culture. The annual technical festival Technovanza and cultural fest Utkansh are popular events on the North India collegiate calendar. The campus's proximity to Amritsar (75 km) and Chandigarh (90 km) gives students access to two of Punjab's most dynamic urban centres.
For 2026 admissions, NIT Jalandhar is a strong choice for students targeting a Punjab-based NIT with solid industrial connections and improving placements. Its unique Textile Technology programme, strong Punjab HS advantage, and proximity to the Delhi-NCR-Chandigarh technology corridor make it a distinctive option in the NIT ecosystem.
NIT Jalandhar holds strong positions in both national and international rankings. Below is a comprehensive overview of all major rankings for 2024–2025.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | #40 |
| NIRF | Overall | #68 |
| Outlook India | Engineering | #38 |
| India Today | Engineering (Govt.) | #36 |
| The Week | Engineering | #42 |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | Overall | 1201+ |
| QS Asia Rankings | Overall | 601–650 |
| Times Higher Education | Overall | 1201+ |
| SCImago Institutions Rankings | Research | 1351–1450 |
| US News Best Global Universities | Engineering | 1001+ |
NIT Jalandhar offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 13 academic departments.
| Department | B.Tech / B.Des | M.Tech / M.Sc | PhD |
|---|---|---|---|
| Computer Science & Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Electronics & Communication Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Electrical Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Mechanical Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Civil Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Chemical Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Textile Technology | YES | YES | YES |
| Industrial & Production Engineering | YES | — | YES |
| Mathematics | — | YES | YES |
| Physics | — | YES | YES |
| Chemistry | — | — | YES |
| Humanities & Social Sciences | — | — | YES |
| MBA | — | YES | — |
The fee structure at NIT Jalandhar is government-regulated. Below is a detailed breakdown for B.Tech students for 2025–26. All amounts are approximate and subject to revision.
| Fee Head | Amount |
|---|---|
| Tuition Fee (per semester) | ₹75,000 |
| Examination Fee | ₹900 |
| Registration / Enrolment Fee | ₹1,200 |
| Hostel Rent (per semester) | ₹7,000 |
| Mess Charges (per semester, approx.) | ₹16,000 |
| Medical & Insurance | ₹1,200 |
| Students' Activity Fee | ₹1,800 |
| Total per Year (2025–26, approx.) | ₹2,02,200 |
| Total 4-Year B.Tech Cost (approx.) | ₹8,08,800 |
SC/ST students are fully exempt from tuition fees under MoE guidelines; only non-academic charges apply.
Students with family income below ₹1 lakh/year qualify for a full tuition fee waiver under the NIT scholarship scheme.
Students with income between ₹1–5 lakh/year are eligible for a two-thirds tuition fee waiver.
PwD students with ≥40% disability receive full tuition fee remission irrespective of family income.
M.Tech: ~₹18,000–20,000 per semester tuition. GATE-qualified students receive HTRA stipend of ₹12,400/month as Teaching Assistants.
PhD: Minimal or no tuition fees. Monthly fellowships range from ₹31,000–₹58,000/month under JRF/SRF schemes.
The table below shows the official Round 6 JoSAA 2025 closing ranks for NIT Jalandhar B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 15,600 | 7,200 | 3,300 | 1,480 |
| ECE | 22,800 | 10,800 | 5,000 | 2,300 |
| EE | 29,400 | 14,200 | 6,700 | 3,100 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 35,200 | 17,200 | 8,200 | 3,850 |
| Civil Engineering | 43,600 | 21,400 | 10,300 | 4,900 |
| Chemical Engineering | 39,800 | 19,500 | 9,400 | 4,450 |
| Textile Technology | 48,200 | 23,700 | 11,500 | 5,500 |
| Industrial & Production Engg. | 46,400 | 22,800 | 11,000 | 5,250 |
* Gender-Neutral GN Pool. Round 6 JoSAA 2025. Source: JoSAA official portal.
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General (Home State)
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General (Home State)
2026 Expected Closing Rank — General (Home State)
| Sector | Offers | Avg. CTC |
|---|---|---|
| IT / Software | 360 | ₹14.2L |
| Core Engineering | 165 | ₹9.2L |
| BFSI / FinTech | 70 | ₹14.8L |
| Consulting | 45 | ₹16.5L |
| E-Commerce / Product | 55 | ₹18.0L |
| Semiconductor / VLSI | 32 | ₹14.5L |
| PSU / Government | 35 | ₹9.5L |
| Research & Higher Studies | 35 | — |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| CSE | ₹19.5L | 93% |
| ECE | ₹13.5L | 82% |
| EE | ₹11.0L | 75% |
| Mechanical | ₹8.8L | 68% |
| Civil | ₹7.8L | 60% |
| Chemical | ₹9.2L | 66% |
| Textile Technology | ₹8.5L | 72% |
| Industrial & Production | ₹8.4L | 64% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹12.2L | ₹48 L | 150 |
| 2022–23 | ₹11.4L | ₹42 L | 136 |
| 2021–22 | ₹10.1L | ₹35 L | 122 |
| 2020–21 | ₹8.9L | ₹28 L | 105 |
| 2019–20 | ₹7.8L | ₹22 L | 90 |
NIT Jalandhar's 284-acre campus is located on the historic Grand Trunk Road in Jalandhar, Punjab's cultural and industrial heartland. The campus features tree-lined avenues, well-maintained academic blocks, modern hostels, and extensive sports facilities. Jalandhar's reputation as India's sports goods capital — producing equipment used in Olympic events worldwide — adds a unique cultural dimension to life on campus. The city's central location between Amritsar and Chandigarh gives students convenient access to North Punjab's vibrant urban ecosystem.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. NIT Jalandhar has 10 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Hostel-1 (Beas) | Boys | 360+ |
| 02 | Hostel-2 (Chenab) | Boys | 340+ |
| 03 | Hostel-3 (Ravi) | Boys | 320+ |
| 04 | Hostel-4 (Sutlej) | Boys | 300+ |
| 05 | Hostel-5 (Jhelum) | Boys | 280+ |
| 06 | Hostel-6 (Indus) | Boys | 260+ |
| 07 | Hostel-7 (New Boys) | Boys | 280+ |
| 08 | Hostel-8 (Saraswati) | Girls | 360+ |
| 09 | Hostel-9 (Yamuna) | Girls | 320+ |
| 10 | PG Hostel | PG / PhD | 200+ |
NIT Jalandhar's research programme is closely shaped by Punjab's industrial strengths — with active research in textile materials, chemical process engineering, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and smart manufacturing. Faculty members collaborate with Punjab's large industrial base — from Ludhiana's auto parts clusters to the pharma corridor in Baddi — and with IITs and CSIR labs for multi-disciplinary projects. DST, SERB, and industry-sponsored grants support ongoing research across departments.
NIT Jalandhar's Incubation Centre, supported by DST-NSTEDB and the Punjab government's startup mission, has nurtured 28+ startups with a focus on textile-tech, agri-tech, manufacturing automation, and digital services. The centre draws on Jalandhar and Ludhiana's dense industrial ecosystem to connect student entrepreneurs with early customers and manufacturing partners.
The E-Cell at NIT Jalandhar runs the annual startup challenge Ignite Punjab, mentorship events with successful alumni founders, and boot camps. Several NITJ alumni have built businesses in IT, textile machinery, and sports goods manufacturing, leveraging the Jalandhar ecosystem — and the institute's E-Cell actively connects students to these role models and their networks.
NIT Jalandhar provides a comprehensive financial support system through government, institute, and private scholarships.
| Scholarship / Fellowship | Eligibility | Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Institute Merit Scholarship | Top 10% students by CGPA per branch | ₹2,000/month for one academic year |
| MoE NIT Fee Waiver (Full) | Family income < ₹1 lakh/year | Full tuition fee waiver |
| MoE NIT Fee Waiver (Partial) | Family income ₹1–5 lakh/year | Two-thirds tuition fee waiver |
| SC/ST Scholarship | SC/ST students with family income < ₹2.5 lakh/year | Full tuition fee + ₹250/month maintenance |
| AICTE Pragati Scholarship (Girls) | Female students, family income < ₹8 lakh/year, first girl child | ₹50,000/year |
| AICTE Saksham Scholarship (PwD) | Students with ≥40% disability | ₹50,000/year |
| INSPIRE Scholarship (DST) | Top 1% in Class XII in science stream | ₹80,000/year |
| Punjab State Scholarship | Domicile of Punjab; merit-based criteria | ₹15,000/year |
| Industry-Sponsored Fellowships | CGPA ≥ 8.0 + research interest; sponsor-selected | ₹8,000–₹20,000/month |
| NITJ Financial Aid | Demonstrated financial hardship; institute welfare committee assessment | Partial/full mess fee waiver |
Dr. B.R. Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar
Jalandhar, Punjab – 144011
India
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