Admission to the National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology (NIFFT) in Hatia Ranchi is primarily based on JEE-MAIN ranks, with cut-offs around 55,000 for Metallurgy and Materials Engineering and 60,000 for Manufacturing Engineering. NIFFT, established with support from UNDP and UNESCO, uniquely focuses on the Metallurgy and Manufacturing industry in Asia. The institute boasts strong placement rates, with nearly 100% of graduates securing jobs in core branches like Mechanical and Metallurgy.
Average salary packages range from 7 to 9.6 LPA, with top recruiters such as Tata, Vedanta, and Maruti Suzuki. Students are eligible for placements after their 6th semester, often receiving pre-placement offers by the 7th semester. The faculty at NIFFT is highly qualified, with many holding doctorates and serving as guest lecturers at IITs. The faculty-student ratio allows for personalized attention, with a teaching structure involving two semester exams and additional marks for attendance and assignments.
The fee structure is comparatively low, with the total fee for a 4-year B.Tech program around Rs. 569,500, covering tuition, hostel, and mess fees. Additional expenses include a monthly private mess fee of approximately Rs. 3,000. NIFFT offers various scholarships and financial assistance options, including tuition fee waivers, merit cum means scholarships, and specific scholarships for SC/ST students and top Metallurgy and Materials Engineering students. Ph.D. students receive monthly scholarships, and loans are accessible through Canara Bank on campus.
Internship opportunities are abundant, often secured through faculty or alumni connections, though many are unpaid. Students typically complete internships in their 2nd and 3rd years in areas like steelmaking and metallurgical processes. Despite potential future fee hikes, NIFFT remains an affordable option compared to similar institutions, supported by central government funding and a range of scholarships.
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