Admission to IIIT Nagpur is based on the JEE Mains exam, followed by a seat allotment process through JOSSA, which includes seven rounds of counseling and two special rounds. The faculty, mostly PhD holders from prestigious institutions, emphasize practical knowledge over rote learning. Academic rigor is high, with three phases of challenging exams. The fee structure is considered expensive, with an academic fee of approximately Rs. 1.05 lakh per semester and an annual cost, including hostel, around Rs. 3.5 lakh.
Total expenses for the B.Tech program range from Rs. 13-16 lakh. Despite the cost, fees are comparable to other IIITs and IITs, but the absence of a permanent campus is a concern. Established in 2016, the institute has strong placements, with rates between 80% and 95% and an increasing average salary package, reaching Rs. 14 lakh per annum in 2022-23. The highest package offered was Rs. 90 lakh, and the CSE department has a slightly higher placement rate (97%) than ECE (85%).
Top recruiters include Amazon and Goldman Sachs. Placement eligibility starts in the 7th semester, with internships available from the 3rd year, providing stipends of Rs. 30,000 to Rs. 80,000 per month. While there are no direct scholarships, the college assists with state and central government scholarships. Tuition fees for the four-year program are approximately Rs. 9.3 lakh, with annual costs between Rs. 2.1 to Rs. 2.5 lakh, and hostel fees ranging from Rs. 1.08 to Rs. 1.23 lakh.
Scholarships are available based on income and category, and education loans are facilitated by partner banks like SBI.
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