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NIT Agartala Course Admissions 2026: Dates, Fees, Eligibility, Cutoff, Application Process, Selection Criteria

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NIT Agartala Latest Updates and News

19 Oct, 2025 NTA has released the tentative schedule for JEE (Main) 2026, which will be conducted in two sessions, in January and April 2026. The online application form for Session 1 will be available on jeemain.nta.nic.in from Oct 2025. The examinations are scheduled to be held from Jan 21 to Jan 30, for Session 1 and from April 1 to April 10, 2026, for Session 2. Check LIVE Updates Here.

16 Oct, 2025 IIT JAM 2026 registration is ongoing for MSc, Joint MSc+PhD, and MSc+PhD (Dual Degree) admissions. The last date to register @jam2026.iitb.ac.in has been extended to October 20, 2025 (11:59 PM). IIT JAM 2026 Exam is scheduled for February 15, 2026. For more details, check here.

16 Oct, 2025 GATE 2026 Exam will be conducted on Feb 7, 8, 14, and 15, 2026, for ME/ MTech/ PhD Admission 2026-27. GATE 2026 Registrations have closed, and the correction window is expected to open soon @gate2026.iitg.ac.in. For latest updates, check here.

08 Oct, 2025 CAT 2025 Exam will be held on November 30, 2025 (Sunday) for MBA/ PGDM admission. The admit cards will be available for download @iimcat.ac.in from November 5, 2025. For latest updates, check here.

NIT Agartala offers a wide range of undergraduate (UG), postgraduate (PG), and research programs across 13 departments. With over 200 faculty members and more than 3,500 students, the institute provides a diverse academic experience. In addition to five dual degree programs, the institute offers nine BTech programs with CSE as the most opted stream. The dual degree programs at NIT Agartala are offered in engineering physics and science courses in mathematics, physics, and chemistry. BTech admissions applicants are required to appear for the JEE Main examination and participate in the JoSAA counselling for final seat allotments.

NIT Agartala also houses the C-DAC centre, which provides vocational education to the academic and industrial communities. NIT Agartala also offers MBA, MCA, and MSc programs. In addition to these academic programs, the Institute offers research opportunities and has graduated over 100 PhD students. In addition, different national-level exams like GATE, IIT JAM, CAT, and NIMCET are required for admission to programs like MTech, MSc, MBA, and MCA, respectively. For PhD admissions, candidates must take an institute-conducted entrance examination followed by an interview.

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NIT Agartala Important Dates 2025
NIT Agartala B.Tech Admission 2025
NIT Agartala MTech Admission 2025
NIT Agartala MBA Admission 2025
NIT Agartala MSc Admission 2025
NIT Agartala MCA Admission 2025
NIT Agartala PhD Admission 2025
NIT Agartala Admission 2025 FAQs

NIT Agartala Important Dates 2025

NIT Agartala accepts admissions based on various exams such as JEE Main, GATE, NIMCET, IIT JAM. The important dates regarding these exams and other NIT Agartala admission related events are mentioned below:

Particulars	Event	Dates
JEE Main	Exam	April 2, 3, 4, 7, and 8, 2025
JEE Main	Result	Apr 17, 2025
JoSAA Counselling	Registration & Counselling	(Tentatively) June 3, 2025
IIT JAM Counselling	Registration	Open until Apr 9, 2025
GATE	Free Result Download Timeline	March 28 to May 31, 2025
CCMT Counselling	Registration & Counselling Rounds	Tentatively in May and June
Ph.D. Admission	Notification Release	Mar 28, 2025
NIMCET for MCA	Exam Date	June 08, 2025

NIT Agartala B.Tech Admission 2025

NIT Agartala offers 4 year BTech courses under 09 different specializations in full-time mode, along with dual degree programs. Admission to this course is based on the JEE Mains score followed by the JoSAA counselling. In 2024, NIT Agartala BTech cutoff ranged from 63432 - 222937 ranks for the general category in the Home State Quota. With a total intake of 1084 seats, NIT Agartala reserves 50% of seats for the Tripura State candidates. Given below are the detailed admission highlights of the NIT Agartala BTech program:

Particulars	Details
Basic Eligibility	10+2 with 60% marks
Number of Specializations/ Courses	09
Fees	INR 5.67 Lakhs (Total)
Application Fees	Male: INR 1000; Female: INR 800; SC/ST/PwD Candidates: INR 500
Application Form	Apply Here
Selection Process	Admissions are based on JEE Main score
Question Papers	Check Here
Seats	1084
Placements/ ROI	BTech CSE Highest Package: INR 52 LPA Check NIT Agartala Placements
How to Apply?	Application forms can be filled out on the official website, whenever admission starts
Counselling	JoSAA counselling (6 Rounds)/ CSAB (2 Rounds) counselling.

NIT Agartala JEE Main Cutoff 2025

NIT Agartala JEE Main Cutoff 2025 has been released. In Round 1, the home state closing rank for B.Tech Computer Science Engineering is 66,895, while the outside state closing rank is 19,064.

Tabulated below are NIT Agartala JEE Main Cutoff 2025 for the General Category (Home State & Outside State).

Courses	Round 1 (HS Closing Rank 2025)	Round 1 (OS Closing Rank 2025)
B.Tech Computer Science Engineering	66895	19064
B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering	93804	25164
B.Tech Electrical Engineering	116330	33497
B.Tech Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering	130828	33191
B.Tech Mechanical Engineering	169546	39049
B.Tech Civil Engineering	216291	47387
B.Tech Chemical Engineering	218902	45924
B.Tech Production Engineering	262622	50569

NIT Agartala MTech Admission 2025

NIT Agartala offers the MTech program in 23 specializations via 08 academic departments. Admission to the MTech program is done primarily through centralised counselling conducted by CCMT for GATE-qualified candidates. With a total intake of 270 seats, NIT Agartala charges a total fee of INR 2.14 Lakhs for the MTech program. Provided below are the highlights of the admission details of this program:

NIT Agartala GATE Cutoff 2025

NIT Agartala GATE Cutoff 2025 has been released. In Round 1, the cutoff marks for M.Tech in Artificial Intelligence is 538. For Data Science, the cutoff is 531, and for Cyber Security, the closing rank is 518.

Tabulated below are NIT Agartala GATE Cutoff 2025 for the General Category.

Courses	Round 1 (Cutoff Marks 2025)
M.Tech Artificial Intelligence	538
M.Tech Data Science	531
M.Tech Cyber Security	518
M.Tech VLSI Design	440
M.Tech Machine Design	412
M.Tech Structural Engineering	351
M.Tech Power System Engineering	350
M.Tech Chemical Engineering	350
M.Tech Instrumentation	350

NIT Agartala MTech Eligibility Crieria

Candidates seeking admission to the M.Tech programme must have passed their graduation (preferably B.Tech) in the relevant discipline.
A candidate must have scored at least 60% of marks in aggregate and must be eligible to take the GATE exam.

NIT Agartala MTech Selection Criteria

The selection to the M.Tech programme at NIT is made on the basis of merit scored in GATE by the candidate.
The seat allotment takes place after the successful completion of the CCMT counselling process.

How to apply for GATE?

Eligible candidates can take the GATE for selection. The application procedure for it is elaborated below:

Visit the official website
Register through the link by entering the candidate’s name, email ID and mobile number.
After the form is submitted, an enrollment ID will be sent to the candidate’s mobile number.
Fill out the application form.
A fee of 1,500 INR (750 INR for women and reserved categories) will be charged. It is to be paid online.
Download the form and keep a printout for future reference.

How to apply for CCMT?

Those who qualify for the GATE exam will be invited for counselling (CCMT). The following are the steps for registering for the CMCT:

Register at the official website.
Fill out the application form.
Pay the registration fee of 2,200 INR (1,700 INR for reserved categories).
Click on “I agree”.
Start entering your choices. When it is done, lock the choices.
Submit the application and keep a printout.

NIT Agartala MBA Admission 2025

The institute offers a 2-year (4 Semester) MBA programme. The basic eligibility, specializations and selection criteria for MBA programmes are mentioned below.

NIT Agartala MBA Eligibility Criteria

Candidates seeking admission to MBA programmes must hold a graduation degree in any discipline.
A candidate must have scored at least 60% of marks in graduation and must be eligible to take the CAT/CMAT/GMAT exam.

NIT Agartala MBA Selection Criteria

The selection to the MBA programme at NIT is made on the basis of merit scored in CAT/CMAT/GMAT by the candidate.
The seat allotment takes place after the successful completion of the counselling process and group discussion rounds.

The steps involved in the NIT Agartala MBA admission process are as follows:

Step 1: Screening of applications based on the performance of the students in the entrance exam (CAT/MAT/CMAT/GMAT)

Step 2: Performance in Group Discussion and Personal Interview (GD-PI)

Step 3: Profile of the candidate

How to apply for CAT?

Candidates who are eligible for admission to MBA have to take the CAT for selection. Follow these steps to register:

Visit the official website.
Click on “Registration” for new users.
Read the given instructions.
Fill in the necessary details to generate OTP.
Enter the OTP and validate it.
Check ‘I Agree’ and submit the CAT application form.
After submitting the details, a message will be sent to the registered mobile number containing the password, and an email will be sent containing the user ID.
After the registration is complete, a unique login ID and password will be generated.
Click on ‘Go to Application Form’ to fill out the CAT application form.

Registration charges of CAT: For the SC/ ST candidates: INR 1,200 and for General and OBC candidates: INR 2,400

NIT Agartala MSc Admission 2025

The institute offers a 2-year, full-time MSc. program under three specializations including Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics & Computing. Given below are all the details related to the NIT Agartala MSc program including cutoff, and eligibility & selection criteria:

NIT Agartala IIT JAM Cutoff 2025

NIT Agartala IIT JAM Cutoff 2025 has been released. In Round 1 of 2025, the closing rank for M.Sc Mathematics and Computing is 1090. For M.Sc Physics, the closing rank is 1574, and for M.Sc Chemistry, Round 1 closing rank is 1640.

Tabulated below NIT Agartala IIT JAM Cutoff 2025 for the General Category.

Courses	Round 1 (Closing Rank 2025)
M.Sc Mathematics and Computing	1090
M.Sc Physics	1574
M.Sc Chemistry	1640

NIT Agartala M.Sc Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have passed a B.Sc. degree in a relevant discipline.
Candidates must have secured at least 55% of marks in their graduation.

NIT Agartala M.Sc Selection Criteria

The initial selection to the M.Sc program is made on the basis of marks scored in IIT JAM.
A candidate is offered the admission seat after the successful completion of the CCMN counselling round.

How to apply to IIT JAM?

The candidates who are eligible for studying M.Sc have to take the IIT JAM. Follow these steps to register:

Visit the official website
Register through the link by entering the candidate’s name, email address and mobile phone number. Create a password.
After submitting the registration form, an enrolment ID will be sent to the mobile number.
Fill out the form. Include the details of the JAM papers and the choice of JAM examination cities.
Pay the application fee online and keep a printout for future reference.
You can download the admit card from this portal later.

For counselling:

Visit the website of CCMN and click on “New Registration”.
Enter the JAM score details.
Enter the personal details carefully.
Click on “proceed’ to preview the filled-out form.
Create a password and click on “Submit”. An OTP will be sent to your number.
Enter the OTP. A Permanent Identifier (PID) will be created. Once this happens, no more registration will be allowed. Use this to log on to the Candidate’s Corner from the next time onwards.

NIT Agartala MCA Admission 2025

NIT Agartala offers a full-time MCA program at the postgraduate level for a duration of three years. The institute has a total intake of 30 for the MCA course. Candidates seeking admission to the program are required to appear for the NIMCET entrance examination.

NIT Agartala MCA Eligibility Criteria

A Bachelor’s degree in BCA/B.Sc/B.Sc (Hons)/BIT/B.Voc. (Computer Science/ Computer Applications)/ BBA (Computer Applications) with a minimum of 60% marks
Candidates must have studied Mathematics or Statistics as a subject.

NIT Agartala MCA Selection Criteria

Selection of the candidates is done on the basis of their scores in the NIMCET entrance exam which is further followed by the counselling process.

How to Apply for NIMCET?

NIT MCA admissions are based on NIMCET score. The institute conducts NIMCET counselling for MCA admission. The NIMCET application link will be released soon. The step-wise application process is given below:

Step1: To apply for NIMCET 2025, aspirants need to visit, @nimcet.admissions

Step 2: Read the instructions and information form carefully. Scroll down, and click on the registration link.

Step 3: Fill out the application form by providing the necessary details and take a printout for further reference. The fee for NIMCET 2025 registration is 2,500 (INR 1,250 for SC/ ST/ PwD category)

NIMCET application

NIT Agartala MCA Cutoff 2025 (NIMCET)

NIT Agartala NIMCET Cutoff 2024 is given in the table below. It shows the opening and closing rank under Round 1.

Academic Program Name	Round 1 Opening Rank	Round 1 Closing Rank
MCA	665	759

NIT Agartala PhD Admission 2025

NIT Agartala offers a PhD degree under 13 different departments for full-time candidates and self-financed scholars. The institute accepts admission to the program twice a year i.e. in the Spring semester and Autumn semester. Given below are the eligibility & selection criteria for the NIT Agartala PhD admission:

NIT Agartala PhD Eligibility Criteria

Candidates must have completed their Master's Degree in the relevant field of Engineering or Science stream with a minimum CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale.
Candidates should have completed their Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology with at least a 9.0 CGPA on a 10-point scale.

NIT Agartala PhD Selection Criteria

The initial shortlisting of a candidate is based on the scores of GATE/ CAT/ UGC NET/ CSIR NET/ AIMA.
The final selection to the PhD programme is made on the basis of the performance of a candidate in the written test and personal interview conducted by the institute only.

How to Apply?

Interested candidates are required to visit the official website of NIT Agartala to apply for the program. The below-mentioned steps can be referred to.

Visit the official website of NIT Agartala.
Register yourself at the application portal by providing basic information such as contact details and email address.
Use the login credentials to login into the admission portal.
Start filling out the application form and enter all the required information correctly and accurately.
Upload the scanned images of all the required documents.
Make the payment for the application fee through digital payment platforms such as net banking, credit card/debit cards, UPIs etc.
Take out the print of the filled application form and payment receipt for future reference.

NIT Agartala Admission 2025 FAQs

Ques. Which important documents are required during admission to NIT Agartala?

Ans. A candidate must have their ID Proof (Aadhar Card, Driving License, PAN card), Marksheets for 10th and 12th, Admit Cardforf 12th and the respective Entrance Exam scorecard.

Ques. Does NIT Agartala provide any hostel facility to its students?

Ans. Yes, NIT Agartala provides a hostel facility to its students. NIT Agartala offers separate hostels for boys and girls, with a variety of room types and mess facilities available for students.

Ques. What rank is required for B.Tech CSE admission at NIT Agartala?

Ans. Admission to NIT Agartala B.Tech CSE program is based on JEE Main rank 2025 . For the Home State quota, the round 1 closing rank for admission is 66895.

Ques. Which entrance scores are accepted at NIT Agartala?

Ans. NIT Agartala accepts JEE-Main scores for B.Tech and dual degrees; GATE scores for M.Tech; CAT, GMAT, and CMAT scores for MBA; and IIT JAM scores for M.Sc.

Ques Are there any scholarships provided to the students at NIT Agartala?

Ans. Yes, NIT Agartala offers scholarship opportunities to first-year students of Engineering in collaboration with Siemens India. Candidates having a maximum annual income of INR 2 LPA and 60% marks in 10+2 are eligible to avail of the scholarship.

Ques. Can I get direct admission to NIT Agartala?

Ans. No, NIT Agartala does not offer direct admission to students in any of its programs. The admissions are strictly based on the national-level entrance tests like JEE Main, GATE, IIT JAM, and CAT. The institute may also conduct a written test and personal interview for further selection.

Ques. What is the tuition fee for each program at NIT Agartala?

Ans. Given below are the courses and their fees offered by NIT Agartala.

COURSE	FEES
B.Tech	INR 1.57 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)
M.Tech	INR 1.04 Lakhs (1st Year Fees)
MBA	INR 69,800 (1st Year Fees)
M.C.A	INR 91,250 (1st Year Fees)
BS + MS	INR 31,800 (1st Year Fees)
M.Sc	INR 26,450 (1st Year Fees)
B.Tech + M.Tech	INR 95,100 (1st Year Fees)

Ques. Who are the recruiters at NIT Agartala?

Ans. Some of the top recruiters at NIT Agartala are- L&T Infotech, Vedanta, Future Group, Havells, Axis Bank, ABB Limited, Samsung, Ashok Leyland, etc.

Ques. How to avail of seats in NIT Agartala?

Ans. Candidates are required to register for the counselling process for the respective course. Seats are allocated on the basis of rank in the entrance exam, availability of seats, categories, and other factors.

Ques. Does NIT Agartala offer any Dual-Degree program?

Ans. Yes, NIT Agartala offers a dual degree program (B.Tech+M.Tech) in which students will get a degree of B.Tech and M.Tech after successfully completing the program.

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To gain admission into the Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) in Electrical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology (NIT) Agartala, students must appear for JEE Main, conducted by NTA in January and April. Eligibility requires a minimum of 75% in Class 12 or being in the top 20 percentile of board exams. The general cutoff varies between 93 to 98 percentile, and lower percentiles are valid for reserved categories under the government-mandated reservation policy, which includes SC, ST, OBC, EWS, and others.

Following JEE Main, students participate in JoSAA and CSAB counseling rounds for seat allocation. Rankings rather than scores guide allocations, with ranks under 50,000 promising potential placements in various branches. However, EWS and other reservations can benefit higher-ranked students, allowing seats in desired branches. The counseling process is online, while physical reporting at NIT Agartala completes the admission. Direct or management quota is not a standard offering here. Admission deadlines usually align post-counseling rounds, around June-July.

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COURSE	ADMISSION LINK
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NIT Agartala Upcoming Important Dates 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
JEE Main 2026 Registration	Ongoing Oct 15, 2025 - Nov 25, 2025
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date	Jan 22, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Result	Feb 19, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Respond to Queries for Special Round 3 Admission [B.Tech]	Aug 22, 2025
Resolution of IAF-II Payment Issues for Special Round 3 Admission [B.Tech]	Aug 22, 2025
Online Reporting, Willingness, Document Upload for Special Round 3 Admission [B.Tech]	Aug 19, 2025 - Aug 21, 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
GATE 2026 Admit Card Date	Tentative Jan 07, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 07, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 08, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 14, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 15, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Date	Tentative Mar 19, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
GATE 2026 Registration Date	Aug 28, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025
Physical Reporting & Fee Payment at Final Allotted Institute for CCMT 2025 [M.Tech]	Aug 05, 2025 - Aug 11, 2025
Online Application for Provisional Registration for Candidates Allotted through CCMN/CCMT for Admission [M.Tech]	Aug 09, 2025 - Aug 11, 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
IIT JAM Registration Timeline	Ongoing Sep 05, 2025 - Oct 20, 2025
IIT JAM Admit Card Date	Tentative Jan 05, 2026
IIT JAM Exam Date	Feb 15, 2026
IIT JAM Result Date	Mar 20, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
Online Application for Provisional Registration for Candidates Allotted through CCMN/CCMT for Admission [M.Sc]	Aug 09, 2025 - Aug 11, 2025
Special Round-2: Online Document Verification for Phase II CCMN 2025 [M.Sc]	Jul 26, 2025 - Jul 29, 2025
Special Round-2: Query Resolution & Withdrawal Process for Phase II CCMN 2025 [M.Sc]	Jul 29, 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
CAT Admit Card	Nov 05, 2025
CMAT Registration Timeline	Ongoing Oct 17, 2025 - Nov 17, 2025
CMAT Form Correction	Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
CAT Exam Date	Nov 30, 2025

Expired Events

Events	Dates
MAT Result	Oct 11, 2025
MAT Exam Date	Sep 21, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025
MAT Admit Card	Sep 18, 2025 - Sep 25, 2025

Important Events

Events	Dates
IIT JAM Registration Timeline	Ongoing Sep 05, 2025 - Oct 20, 2025
CAT Admit Card	Nov 05, 2025
CMAT Registration Timeline	Ongoing Oct 17, 2025 - Nov 17, 2025
CMAT Form Correction	Nov 20, 2025 - Nov 21, 2025
JEE Main 2026 Registration	Ongoing Oct 15, 2025 - Nov 25, 2025
CAT Exam Date	Nov 30, 2025
IIT JAM Admit Card Date	Tentative Jan 05, 2026
GATE 2026 Admit Card Date	Tentative Jan 07, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Exam Date	Jan 22, 2026 - Jan 30, 2026
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	Feb 07, 2026

Expired Events

Events	Dates
GATE 2026 Registration Date	Aug 28, 2025 - Oct 13, 2025
MAT Result	Oct 11, 2025
MAT Exam Date	Sep 21, 2025 - Sep 28, 2025

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Reviewed on Sep 13, 2025(Enrolled 2024)

The College is good if you have no other options

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I applied for only NIT Silchar other than this college but because of the whopping 50% reservation on homestate students i easily got a seat here as i am a homestate student The admission process was simple barely took me half an hour

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NIT Agartala: 9 Answered Questions

Should I join NIT Agartala or go for any private university?

Sanjana Bhattlives in Agartala

Choosing between NIT Agartala and a private university depends mainly on two factors, the branch you are getting at NIT and obviously your financial situation.

One needs to be financially strong if one wants to join private colleges. Moreover, not every private college is good and most of them have a poor crowd that got in by paying huge amounts. The most credible ones are BITS Pilani, BIT Meshra, VIT Vellor and VIT Bhopal. Unless you are getting these colleges, it’s better to join NIT Agartala.

If you have financial constraints or want to get the NIT tag, then NIT Agartala is a much better choice. However, the placements of some branches are really bad here so you can also upgrade your branch after your 1st year to CSE or ECE.

Ultimately, the decision will depend on your personal preferences and financial condition.

If I get admission into NIT Agartala, should I join?

Spandita MajumderStudied at National Institute of Technology, Agartala (2019)

The decision of joining an institute is your choice and I can only guide you and help make a better decision. Here are some highlights of the institute that will help you decide better

NIT Agartala has many departments with well-educated and experienced teachers. The college has a beautiful campus with top-notch infrastructure and offers a plethora of opportunities to its students.
NIT Agartala is well-known for its well–established and maintained hostels. Students are provided with all basic amenities and unlimited access to free internet.
It's the best place for nature lovers with its lush green campus and scenic ambiance.
NIT Agartala has many sports facilities such as Football, Cricket, Volleyball, Carom, TT, etc
The commuting expenses to and from the college are very low.
Lastly, the institute has a good placement record, and every year big shots like L & T, Infosys, Tata, NPCL, BPCL, Works Application, IOCL, MU Sigma, Samsung, Indian Navy, Microsoft, Cap Gemini, and many more visit the campus.

So, unless you have better options like IITs, NIT Agartala is the best option for you!

What should I carry from home as a fresher at NIT Agartala?

Spandita MajumderStudied at National Institute of Technology, Agartala (2019)

As a fresher, there are a few essential items you must consider bringing in at NIT Agartala like

A few pairs of clothing
Bedsheets
Bring mosquito repellents as mosquitos are a big problem here.
Don’t carry books, rather buy them at the college to ensure light luggage.
Keep a softcopy of every necessary document with you.
Lastly, just bring blessings from your family members!

I will advise you against bringing a lot of items because almost everything can be bought here. You will be bringing unnecessary luggage and realize you need only basic items here.

So pack lightly!

What are some helpful tips for students starting their first year at NIT Agartala?

Sugandhi GargStudied Computer Science at National Institute of Technology, Agartala

The first year of college life for an engineering student is when your dream is in the initial stages. It's the year when you enjoy maximum free time and freedom and are not burdened with the pressure of academics, internships, or placements. However, some waste this time and regret it later. So you need to maintain a healthy balance between enjoying your college life as well as excelling in academics. Here are some tips that will help you maintain this balance

Rather than following someone else's footsteps, it's best to focus on your own passions and goals. Prepare your own path and follow it religiously
Socialize and make good friends. Your friends dont have to be your batch mates, some find good friends among their seniors too. Make friends you can not only hang out with but also get some motivation and support from during exams
Dont fall for the trap ‘Grades Dont Matter’ because no matter how intelligent a person claims it, the truth is your CGPA does matter. Maintain a good CGPA round 8.5-9CGPA
Maintain a good rapport with the faculty and try to be in their good books. The truth is no matter how good your CGPA is, if your image isn't good, you will get good grades.
Either become a part of some academic clubs or study on your own through online courses (like Coursera). This will strengthen your basic and increase your chances of getting internships or projects.
The first year will give you a lot of free time so indulge in one of the sports. You need a healthy body for a healthy mind.

Enjoy the first year at NIT Agartala to the fullest but not at the expense of ruining your academics.

How's NIT Agartala for the mechanical branch?

Pradeep ChowdhuriStudied at NIT Agartala

Here is a detailed review of the NIT Agartala Mechanical branch in the form of pros and cons:

Pros

The professors are very approachable and assist you academically.
The pedagogy adopted by professors is excellent and they ensure students understand the concepts through ppts, animations, and videos.
Some of the faculties are very knowledgeable in their respective field of interest.
NIT Agartala Mechanical Engineering Department is one of the most prestigious and well-known branches in the whole of North-East India.
The placement scenario is decent and around 80% of placement scenario has been recorded recently.

Cons

The lab facilities are outdated and most of the equipment is obsolete. The equipment of Fluid Machines Lab hasn’t been working for a long time now.
There is not even a single program to learn designing software like CATIA, Solidworks, AutoCAD, or other software that form a crucial part of the Mechanical Branch.
The department does not have provisions for coaching for GATE, CAT, GRE, or other competitive exams.
Professors lay more emphasis on getting good grades and packages rather than learning and gaining knowledge. No importance is given to research work or exploring new insights into technology and Entrepreneurship.
Some of the faculties are underqualified and have no teaching or communication skills at all.

Hope this helps you make a fine decision!

Which is better, NIT Raipur or NIT Agartala?

Aditi Roylives in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India

Here is a direct comparison of NIT Agartala and NIT Raipur to help you choose the right one for yourself

NIT Agartala gained the status of Institute of National Importance in 2006 while NIT Raipur gained it in 2005.
NIT Agartala's B.Tech ranking by NIRF is 91 out of 200 colleges in India in 2023 while that of NIT Raipur is 70 out of 200 colleges
NIT Agartala has an MOU Signed with IIT Guwahati for Direct Ph.D. admission of the top students of the department and also with many NITs for collaborative research while NIT Raipur has MOUs with some foreign universities and Indian universities for the Exchange of Undergraduate, Masters and Ph.D. students with National Ilan University, Taiwan, Vali-E-Asr University Iran, University of Warwick UK and NITIE Mumbai.
NIT Agartala is located remotely in the Northeast so faces some major connectivity issues while NIT Raipur is located in the center of the capital of Chhattisgarh, and is well connected through most of the cities of India.
NIT Raipur has a more updated and flexible curriculum where students are given the flexibility to choose from open electives.

It can be safely concluded that NIT Raipur has a clear edge over NIT Agartala in terms of almost every factor. Since both are institutes of national importance you can choose the one that suits your preferences the best!

How is Physics at NIT Agartala?

Spandita MajumderStudied at National Institute of Technology, Agartala (2019)

NIT Agartala is making remarkable progress because of its contribution to higher studies, and the students who join the institution each year. The Physics department of this college offers tremendous growth opportunities, given that you are ready to grab them.

Some of the benefits of joining the Physics department at NIT Agartala are-

The batch strength is small, around 20 students. So with some effort, you can become one of the top rankers in your batch. This will help you during internships, and in creating a favorable image for yourself in front of the faculty.
The Physics faculty remains involved in research work, so it is easier to acquire a research internship during your second year. These research internships will be very useful if you apply for higher studies in foreign universities.
NITA allows its students to drop out of the dual degree programs. If you wish to complete your pg from some other college or sit for campus placements, you can drop out from the integrated MS/M.Tech course.
With a good reputation in front of your professors, you can easily acquire a recommendation letter from them. This will be of use when applying for foreign internships, or an MS at foreign universities.
The college has top-notch infrastructure, faculty, research facilities, campus and hostels.

If you maintain good grades and a good reputation in front of your professors, the Physics department of NITA will open numerous opportunities for you.

Is NIT Agartala better than any other private colleges?

Pradeep ChowdhuriStudied at NIT Agartala

Apart from a few private colleges like BITS Pilani, NIT Agartala is certainly better than private colleges. Here you will have the opportunity to study under some of the most well-educated and experienced faculties. Moreover, the past few years have witnessed a steady increase in the number of IT against visiting for placements. The academic ambiance is much better than in private colleges and your peers will be some of the most intellectual people in the region. Chances are, you can get placed at a PSU as almost every year, around 10–15 people are placed in PSU from NIT Agartala. This is a major advantage NIT Agartala has over private colleges other than the low fees it charges.

The most coveted departments of NIT Agartala are CSE, ECE, and Mechanical. The institute boasts of a peaceful and beautiful location and campus which is a boon for nature lovers. However, here are a few cons of the institute you must consider while choosing other private colleges

It's very remotely located and its location might be an issue if you are not from North East
You won't be able to experience the fast-paced city life here.
Food is also a major issue here especially if you are a vegetarian.

Overall, I do think NIT Agartala is better than most private colleges.

Which is the better option, Northeast NIT (Agartala) or IIIT Tiruchirappalli?

Sugandhi GargStudied Computer Science at National Institute of Technology, Agartala

As a student of NIT Agartala, I will try to analyze the strengths and weaknesses of my college in relation to IIIT Trichy-

Location- Location is the main factor in which NIT Agartala lags behind IIIT Trichy. Though Agartala has train, rail and air connectivity, it feels a bit disconnected from the other parts of the country.

Courses Offered- NIT Agartala is quite old, and was originally established in 1965. It offers a number of B.Tech courses- Bio Engineering, Chemical, Civil, CSE, EE, ECE, Electronics & Instrumentation, Mechanical and Production. On the other hand, IIIT Trichy offers B.Tech CSE and ECE only.

Infrastructure- NIT Agartala has one of the best infrastructures among Indian engineering colleges. Its infrastructure is world-class. Some of its infrastructural elements are- a gym, an indoor stadium, five hostels, departmental buildings and the 2nd supercomputer of northeast.

Placements- NITA is very old, so it offers a stronger alumni network and better placement opportunities. Some of the companies that recruit from NITA are- Google, NTPC, SapientNitro, Indian Oil, Cognizant, Tata, ITC Limited, Vedanta, HCL, among others. NITA offers good placements for core branches.

Overall, NIT Agartala is a superior engineering college. Apart from B.Tech, NITA offers integrated programs as well. These are- BS+MS in Mathematics, Physics or Chemistry, and integrated M.Tech in Engineering Physics or Computational Mathematics.

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Comments

Found 2 Comments

mizna harmain

Jul 5, 2022 16:10

How many students are enrolled in the B.Tech program of NIT Agartala every year?

Ashish Ramtari

Jul 8, 2022 07:40

There are a total of 50 seats offered every year by NIT Agartala for B.Tech. course. The total fee of the course is INR 5.62 lacs. Admission to the course is provided on the basis of JEE Mains examination.

vikram dewan

Jul 5, 2022 16:07

What are the documents to be submitted for Ph.D admission at NIT Agartala?

Mudit Mann

Jul 9, 2022 11:23

You are required to submit documents for a PhD course that includes 10, 12th mark sheet and certificates, bachelor's degree, master's degree caste certificate, income certificate, photographs, and registration form.

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