NIT Rourkela B.Tech Electrical Engineering: Fees 2025, Course Duration, Dates, Eligibility

Admission to NIT Rourkela's B.Tech and integrated M.Sc/M.Tech programs is based on JEE Main ranks, with counseling by the Central Seat Allocation Board. The admission process includes multiple counseling rounds and is entirely online, with exams typically held between April and May and classes starting from July-August. The college's faculty is diverse, with many holding PhDs from prestigious IITs, though teaching effectiveness varies. The student-to-faculty ratio ranges broadly across departments.

Tuition fees are set by the Ministry of Education, with general category students paying approximately Rs. 96,000 per year. Fee waivers are available based on family income: full waivers for incomes below Rs. 1 lakh, and two-thirds waivers for incomes between Rs. 1 lakh and Rs. 5 lakh. Students from SC/ST categories and those with family incomes below Rs. 1 lakh receive full reimbursement. The total cost for a 4-year B.Tech program is about Rs. 8.45 lakh, but this can be significantly reduced for eligible students.

NIT Rourkela offers strong placement opportunities, with 90-95% of students securing jobs annually. The highest package offered is Rs. 1.2 crore INR, with an average of Rs. 12.95-15 lakh INR. Top recruiters include Microsoft, Google, Amazon, and Qualcomm, with around 325 companies visiting the campus. Internship opportunities are available from the third year, with stipends between Rs. 40,000 to Rs. 1.25 lakh INR monthly. NIT Rourkela is recognized among the top 4 NITs for placements, supported by a robust training and placement cell.

Financial aid includes scholarships such as the Foundation For Excellence (FFE), which offers up to Rs. 78,000 annually, and various government and private scholarships. Ph.D. fellowships range from Rs. 16,000 to Rs. 35,000 per month, with tuition waivers for SC/ST/PH students and those with lower family incomes.