About Navodaya Institute of Technology
Navodaya Institute of Technology (NIT Raichur) is a private engineering college established in 2008 under Navodaya Education Trust, located at Bijinegera Road, Navodaya Nagar, Raichur, North Karnataka 584103. The 30-acre campus is surrounded by a green environment in a hilly area free from pollution, conveniently situated near Hyderabad International Airport, approximately 4.9 km from Raichur Railway Station.
NIT Raichur is affiliated to VTU Belagavi, approved by AICTE, recognised by UGC, and accredited by NAAC with Grade ‘A’ (until 2026). The institute is set to gain UGC Autonomous Status from the 2025-26 academic year, enhancing its academic reputation. It has an MoU with Sona College of Technology, Salem for innovative curriculum, research collaboration, student/faculty exchange, and placement assistance.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Established | 2008 |
| Accreditation | NAAC A (until 2026) | AICTE | UGC |
| Autonomous (Upcoming) | UGC Autonomous from 2025-26 |
| Campus | 30 Acres | Green, hilly environment |
| Distance from Railway | 4.9 km (Raichur Station) |
| MoU Partner | Sona College of Technology, Salem |
| Scholarship | 45-55% for SC/ST under management quota |
Library: Independent 2-floor building, 100+ reader capacity. Navodaya Foundation Scholarships for meritorious students. Management quota: 45-55% scholarship irrespective of PUC percentage or CET rank for SC/ST candidates.
Courses and Fees 2026
NIT Raichur offers B.E. in 6 disciplines and M.Tech in 2 branches. Admissions via KCET, COMEDK UGET, GATE, PGCET.
| Programme | Fee |
|---|---|
| B.E. (6 branches, 4 Yrs) — 1st Year | Rs. 58,806/year |
| MBA/PGDM (2 Yrs) | Rs. 3.75 L – 3.86 L |
| Disciplines | CSE, ECE, Civil, EEE, Mech + M.Tech CSE/ECE |
Eligibility: 10+2 with 60%+ for direct admissions. KCET score required for government seats (eligible within 1,50,000 rank). Management quota: SC/ST get 45-55% scholarship. Apply via college website.
Placements
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Package | Rs. 2.8 LPA |
| Top Recruiters | Infosys, Wipro |
| Placement Support | Grooming, pre-placement visits, campus drives |
MoU with Sona College of Technology for placement assistance. Placement office networks with recruiters, conducts student grooming and training. Focus on improving socio-economic status of backward sections through affordable technical education.
Cutoff 2023
| Exam | Closing Rank |
|---|---|
| KCET Admission Eligibility | Within 1,50,000 rank |
| PGCET M.Tech 2023 (GM) | 4,072 |
| Admission Mode | KCET | COMEDK | Management Quota |
Rankings and Recognition
| Body | Status |
|---|---|
| NAAC | A Grade (2021, valid 2026) |
| UGC Autonomous | From 2025-26 (upcoming) |
| AICTE/VTU/UGC | Approved & Affiliated |
Campus Facilities
| Facility | Description |
|---|---|
| Campus | 30 acres, green, hilly, pollution-free |
| Library | Independent 2-floor building, 100+ readers |
| Others | Medical, food, labs, sports, departmental store |
Scholarships
| Scholarship | Details |
|---|---|
| Navodaya Foundation Scholarship | Merit-based, institute scholarship |
| SC/ST Management Quota | 45-55% scholarship regardless of rank |
| SC/ST Govt (KCET) | Rs. 60,000 scholarship for reserved category |
Faculty and Research
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Industry Collaboration | MoU with Sona College of Technology, Salem |
| Focus | Research, skill development, socio-economic uplift |
Apply to Navodaya Institute of Technology Raichur
Admissions open 2026-27. NAAC A | UGC Autonomous 2025-26 | 30 acres | 4.9 km from railway | 45-55% scholarship for SC/ST.