Complete guide to NIT Raipur — cutoffs, fees, placements, departments, hostels, campus life, and everything you need for JEE 2025 admissions.
National Institute of Technology Raipur (NIT Raipur) is one of India's oldest technical institutions, established in 1956 as the Government Engineering College Raipur — making it the oldest institution to later receive NIT status. Ranked #45 in NIRF Engineering 2026, NIT Raipur is the premier engineering institution of Chhattisgarh, one of India's most mineral-rich and resource-abundant states.
Set on a 200-acre campus on the GE Road in Raipur — Chhattisgarh's capital and largest city — NIT Raipur offers B.Tech, M.Tech, MBA, and PhD programmes across 14 academic departments. The institute is distinctive for offering programmes in Mining Engineering and Bio-Medical Engineering alongside conventional branches, directly leveraging Chhattisgarh's rich mineral and healthcare sector opportunities.
NIT Raipur's location gives it unique advantages: Chhattisgarh is home to some of India's largest coal, iron ore, and bauxite reserves, as well as major steel plants (BSP-SAIL), NTPC's Sipat plant, and NMDC's operations, creating outstanding opportunities for core engineering internships, placements, and sponsored research in the mining, metallurgy, and power sectors.
Campus life at NIT Raipur reflects Chhattisgarh's rich tribal and folk heritage. The annual technical festival Aavartan and cultural fest Colours draw students from across central India. The campus has undergone significant infrastructure upgrades in recent years, with new academic blocks, research labs, and improved hostel facilities.
For 2026 admissions, NIT Raipur is a strong choice for students interested in mining, power, steel, and resource-sector engineering careers alongside conventional IT and core engineering routes. Its distinctive programme mix, improving placements, and the mineral-rich industrial environment of Chhattisgarh make it a genuinely unique NIT in the ecosystem.
NIT Raipur 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 | #45 |
| NIRF | Overall | #74 |
| Outlook India | Engineering | #43 |
| India Today | Engineering (Govt.) | #41 |
| The Week | Engineering | #47 |
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| QS World University Rankings | Overall | 1201+ |
| QS Asia Rankings | Overall | 651–700 |
| Times Higher Education | Overall | 1201+ |
| SCImago Institutions Rankings | Research | 1401–1500 |
| US News Best Global Universities | Engineering | 1001+ |
NIT Raipur offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across 14 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 |
| Mining Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Metallurgical & Materials Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Bio-Medical Engineering | YES | YES | YES |
| Information Technology | YES | — | YES |
| Mathematics | — | YES | YES |
| Physics | — | YES | YES |
| Chemistry | — | — | YES |
| MBA | — | YES | — |
The fee structure at NIT Raipur 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 Raipur B.Tech programs across all reservation categories.
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| Program | General (GN) | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 17,400 | 8,000 | 3,700 | 1,650 |
| Information Technology | 20,600 | 9,700 | 4,500 | 2,050 |
| ECE | 25,800 | 12,200 | 5,700 | 2,650 |
| EE | 32,400 | 15,600 | 7,400 | 3,450 |
| Mechanical Engineering | 38,600 | 18,800 | 9,000 | 4,250 |
| Mining Engineering | 50,200 | 24,800 | 12,100 | 5,850 |
| Civil Engineering | 46,400 | 22,800 | 11,000 | 5,300 |
| Bio-Medical Engineering | 43,800 | 21,500 | 10,400 | 5,000 |
| Chemical Engineering | 41,200 | 20,200 | 9,700 | 4,700 |
| Metallurgical & Materials Engg. | 48,600 | 23,900 | 11,600 | 5,600 |
* 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 | 370 | ₹13.5L |
| Core Engineering | 180 | ₹9.0L |
| BFSI / FinTech | 65 | ₹13.8L |
| Consulting | 42 | ₹15.5L |
| E-Commerce / Product | 52 | ₹17.5L |
| Semiconductor / VLSI | 28 | ₹13.5L |
| PSU / Government | 48 | ₹10.5L |
| Research & Higher Studies | 38 | — |
| Branch | Avg. CTC | Placement % |
|---|---|---|
| CSE | ₹18.5L | 92% |
| IT | ₹16.2L | 90% |
| ECE | ₹12.8L | 80% |
| EE | ₹10.5L | 74% |
| Mining | ₹12.2L | 88% |
| Mechanical | ₹8.8L | 66% |
| Civil | ₹7.5L | 58% |
| Bio-Medical | ₹8.2L | 62% |
| Year | Avg. CTC | Highest Domestic CTC | Companies |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023–24 | ₹11.5L | ₹44 L | 145 |
| 2022–23 | ₹10.7L | ₹38 L | 130 |
| 2021–22 | ₹9.5L | ₹32 L | 116 |
| 2020–21 | ₹8.4L | ₹26 L | 100 |
| 2019–20 | ₹7.4L | ₹20 L | 88 |
NIT Raipur's 200-acre campus is set on the GE Road in Raipur, the rapidly growing capital of Chhattisgarh. The campus features modern academic blocks, well-maintained hostels, a sports complex, and improving research infrastructure. Raipur's transformation into a smart city — with a new international airport, expanding IT parks, and major infrastructure investment — is increasingly reflected in the campus environment. The city's proximity to Chhattisgarh's mineral belt, SAIL's Bhilai Steel Plant (60 km), and NTPC's Sipat Power Station gives the campus a uniquely industry-connected character.
All incoming B.Tech students are guaranteed hostel accommodation. NIT Raipur has 11 hostels.
| # | Hostel Name | Type | Approx. Capacity |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Hostel-1 (Arpa) | Boys | 380+ |
| 02 | Hostel-2 (Mahanadi) | Boys | 360+ |
| 03 | Hostel-3 (Sheonath) | Boys | 340+ |
| 04 | Hostel-4 (Jonk) | Boys | 320+ |
| 05 | Hostel-5 (Indravati) | Boys | 300+ |
| 06 | Hostel-6 (Hasdeo) | Boys | 280+ |
| 07 | Hostel-7 (Kelo) | Boys | 260+ |
| 08 | Hostel-8 (Mand) | Boys | 240+ |
| 09 | Hostel-9 (Girls) | Girls | 380+ |
| 10 | Hostel-10 (New Girls) | Girls | 340+ |
| 11 | PG Hostel | PG / PhD | 220+ |
NIT Raipur's research is shaped by the mineral wealth and industrial character of Chhattisgarh. The institute has active research programmes in mining technology, coal beneficiation, metallurgical processing, environmental remediation of mining areas, and renewable energy. Faculty collaborate with NMDC, SAIL-BSP, CSIR-NML, and AIIMS Raipur for multidisciplinary projects. DST, SERB, Ministry of Coal, and industry-funded grants support ongoing research across departments.
NIT Raipur's Technology Incubation Centre, supported by DST-NSTEDB and the Chhattisgarh government's startup mission, focuses on ventures leveraging the state's mineral and natural resource base — including mining-tech, agri-processing, forest produce digitisation, and cleantech for post-mining land rehabilitation. The centre has facilitated 25+ startups in these areas.
The E-Cell at NIT Raipur runs the annual startup showcase Pragyan, entrepreneurship workshops, and mentorship by successful Chhattisgarh-based entrepreneurs. Several NITRR alumni have founded ventures in mining services, IT outsourcing, and construction materials, building an emerging entrepreneurial community anchored in Raipur's growing business ecosystem.
NIT Raipur 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 |
| Chhattisgarh State Scholarship | Domicile of Chhattisgarh; merit-based criteria | ₹10,000/year |
| Industry-Sponsored Fellowships | CGPA ≥ 8.0 + research interest; sponsor-selected | ₹8,000–₹18,000/month |
| NITRR Financial Aid | Demonstrated financial hardship; institute welfare committee assessment | Partial/full mess fee waiver |
National Institute of Technology Raipur
Raipur, Chhattisgarh – 492010
India
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