Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University Nagpur (DTE Code: 14005) – Admission Guide 2025-26

Published: August 2025 | Verified with DTE Maharashtra, State CET Cell (mahacet.org), and LITU Official Portal (litu.edu.in) | Updated for MHT-CET CAP 2025-26

Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University (LITU), Nagpur (formerly known as the Laxminarayan Institute of Technology – LIT), is a premier state-run public technical university in Nagpur, Maharashtra. Established in 1942 through the donation of philanthropist Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan, the institution has long been recognized as a leading centre for Chemical Engineering and Chemical Technology education in India. Previously a conducted institute of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University (RTMNU), the college was upgraded to a unitary public state university in 2023. LITU offers specialized B.Tech programs in Chemical Engineering alongside six specialized Chemical Technology disciplines (Food, Oil, Petrochemical, Plastic & Polymer, Pulp & Paper, and Surface Coating Technology). Admissions are conducted through the State CET Cell Centralised Admission Process (CAP) under DTE Code 14005. This article provides a comprehensive 2025-26 guide to courses, seats, fees, cutoffs, placements, scholarships, and step-by-step admission procedures.

1. About LITU Nagpur – History, Legacy and University Status

Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University (LITU), Nagpur, was founded in 1942 as the Laxminarayan Institute of Technology (LIT), a conducted college of Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University. The institution owes its existence to the bequest of Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan, a prominent industrialist and philanthropist of Nagpur, who left a donation to promote technical education in Central India. Over the decades, LIT established a reputation as one of the premier institutions in India for Chemical Engineering and Chemical Technology.

Recognizing its academic contributions and specialized focus, the Government of Maharashtra upgraded the institute to an independent **unitary public state university** in 2023, renaming it to Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University. Under this status, LITU manages its academic curricula, examinations, and degree awards independently, allowing it to design programs tailored to the demands of the chemical, process, and polymer industries.

2. DTE Code, Official Links and Regulatory Approvals

LITU is assigned a unique DTE Institute Code utilized on state admission portals, merit lists, and scholarship accounts. The official code is 14005.

Detail	Information
DTE Institute Code	14005
Full University Name	Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University (LITU)
University Status	Unitary Public State University (Government of Maharashtra)
AICTE Approval	Yes – All India Council for Technical Education, New Delhi
DTE Recognition	Yes – Directorate of Technical Education, Maharashtra
Official Website	litu.edu.in
State CET Cell Portal	cetcell.mahacet.org
FRA Fee Portal	mahafraportal.org

3. Courses Offered and Seat Intake 2025-26

LITU Nagpur offers a B.Tech program in Chemical Engineering and a B.Tech program in Chemical Technology with six specializations. The course intakes are listed below:

B.Tech Specialisation	Sanctioned Intake	Admission Basis
Chemical Engineering	~60–75	MHT-CET / JEE Main
Food Technology	~15–20	MHT-CET / JEE Main
Oil Technology	~15–20	MHT-CET / JEE Main
Petrochemical Technology	~15–20	MHT-CET / JEE Main
Plastic & Polymer Technology	~15–20	MHT-CET / JEE Main
Pulp & Paper Technology	~12–15	MHT-CET / JEE Main
Surface Coating Technology	~15–20	MHT-CET / JEE Main

Note: Sanctioned intakes are subject to regular updates. Check the official State CET Cell website using code 14005 during option entry periods.

4. Fee Structure 2025-26

As a state-run university, LITU’s fee structure is moderate compared to private un-aided institutions. The B.Tech fee generally ranges from **INR 80,000 to INR 1,00,000 per year** (approx. Rs.3 Lakhs to Rs.4.6 Lakhs for the 4-year program). The approximate annual fee structure is detailed below:

Admission Category	Annual Fee (Approx.)	4-Year Total (Approx.)	Remark
Open (CAP Quota)	Rs.80,000–1,00,000	Rs.3,20,000–4,00,000	State Regulated
OBC / EWS (Post Scholarship)	Rs.40,000–50,000	–	After MahaDBT credit
VJNT / SBC / TFWS	~Rs.12,000 (Token)	–	Tuition Fee Waiver
SC / ST	~Rs.1,500 (Token)	–	Government scholarship covers tuition

Important: Always verify updated specialization fees on the official university portal (litu.edu.in) before registration.

5. Quota-Wise Fee and Seat Details

Admissions are structured into different quotas regulated by the State CET Cell. Maharashtra candidates from reserved categories can apply for freeships or scholarships during registration.

Quota Type	Seat Split	Entrance Exams	Fee Concessions
Maharashtra State Candidates	~80% of seats	MHT-CET	Eligible for full/partial category scholarships
All India Candidates	~20% of seats	JEE Main / MHT-CET	Full Open fee applies generally
TFWS Quota	5% supernumerary	MHT-CET	Tuition fee waived; pay development fee

6. MHT-CET Cutoff Trends – Specialisation Analysis

LITU’s specialized programs, particularly Chemical Engineering and Food Technology, require high cutoff percentiles in the centralized admission process. Indicative cutoff ranges for the Open category are as follows:

B.Tech Specialisation	CAP Round 1 Open (Indicative Percentile)	OBC Cutoff (Approx.)	SC/ST Cutoff (Approx.)
Chemical Engineering	92–98 Percentile	89–95 Percentile	75–85 Percentile
Food Technology	90–96 Percentile	87–93 Percentile	72–82 Percentile
Petrochemical Technology	88–95 Percentile	85–91 Percentile	70–80 Percentile
Plastic & Polymer Technology	85–92 Percentile	82–89 Percentile	65–75 Percentile
Surface Coating Technology	85–92 Percentile	82–89 Percentile	65–75 Percentile

Disclaimer: Cutoffs vary each year depending on choice matrices. Refer to the official State CET Cell cutoff reports under code 14005 for exact details.

7. JEE Main Admission at LITU Nagpur

All India candidates are admitted based on their JEE Main Paper 1 (PCM) scores. Key details:

• Must meet the minimum class 12 qualification criteria (PCM 45% for Open category).
• Seats are allocated through the State CET Cell centralized admission rounds.
• All India candidates compete for ~20% of the sanctioned seat pool.

8. Unitary Public State University Status

Following the 2023 state upgrade to a unitary public state university, LITU Nagpur operates independently from RTMNU. This university status enables the institution to:

• Develop and update its syllabus autonomously.
• Conduct exams and issue degrees directly under the LITU brand.
• Collaborate directly with global chemical and polymer companies for research.
• Manage campus resources and facilities independently to support academic programs.

9. Chemical Engineering – Programme Highlights

The B.Tech in Chemical Engineering program at LITU is a foundational branch, focusing on transport phenomena, thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, and unit operations. Key subjects include:

• Process Calculations & Chemical Thermodynamics
• Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer Operations
• Chemical Reaction Engineering
• Process Dynamics and Control
• Chemical Process Industries & Equipment Design

10. Food Technology – Specialisation Highlights

The Food Technology specialization focuses on biochemistry, food preservation, packaging engineering, and quality control systems in process industries.

• Food Microbiology and Biochemistry
• Preservation and Storage Technology
• Food Packaging Technology
• Quality Control & Regulatory Affairs

11. Petrochemical and Oil Technology Specialisations

The **Petrochemical Technology** and **Oil Technology** specializations focus on refining operations, petroleum processing, catalysis, oil extraction, and fatty acid technology. Graduates find opportunities in companies like Reliance Industries and public sector refineries.

12. Other B.Tech Technology Specialisations at LITU

LITU’s other B.Tech specialized branches include:

• Plastic & Polymer Technology: Polymer synthesis, processing methods, and molding.
• Surface Coating Technology: Paint technology, electroplating, and corrosion protection.
• Pulp & Paper Technology: Cellulose chemistry, paper manufacturing, and recycling processes.

13. Location and Campus – Amravati Road, Nagpur

LITU is located on Amravati Road in Bharat Nagar, Nagpur – 440033. The campus is situated close to the city centre and major transport routes.

Landmark / Transit point	Distance (Approx.)
Nagpur Junction Railway Station	~6–7 km
Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar International Airport	~9–10 km
Butibori MIDC (Nagpur Industrial Area)	~25–30 km

14. Campus Infrastructure and Facilities

LITU’s campus features facilities designed to support academic and research programs:

• Specialized Laboratories: Dedicated labs for food testing, paint analysis, polymer processing, and chemical synthesis.
• Pilot Plant: Semi-industrial scale process equipment for student training.
• Central Library: Focuses on chemistry, physics, and chemical engineering literature.
• Hostels: Separate hostel facilities for boys and girls.
• Canteen: Providing meals and snacks at subsidized rates.
• Sports ground: Outdoor play areas for student activities.

15. Accreditations and University Approvals

LITU Nagpur is a recognized public technical university. Current approvals include:

• AICTE Approval: Approved programs for B.Tech specializations.
• DTE Code: Recognized under code 14005.
• University Status: Unitary public state university.
• NBA/NAAC: Refer to the official university portal for the latest quality accreditation documents.

16. Training and Placement Cell – Overview

The Training & Placement Cell at LITU Nagpur maintains relationships with companies in the chemical, food, and manufacturing sectors. Cell activities include:

• Coordination of campus placements and pool drives.
• Pre-placement training sessions.
• MoUs and partnerships with manufacturing and process industries.
• Internship coordination during semester breaks.

17. Placement Statistics (2023-2024 Season)

Metric	Figures (Approx.)	Details
Average Salary Package	INR 6.5 LPA	Common for Chemical Engineering and Tech specializations
Median Salary Package	INR 5.0 LPA	For B.Tech technology graduates
Top Recruiters	Reliance, Technip Energies, Galaxy Surfactants, Thyssenkrupp	Core engineering and process sectors

18. Scholarship Schemes for LITU Students

Students admitted through CAP rounds can apply for state-sponsored scholarship and freeship schemes through the MahaDBT Portal (mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in). The university’s scholarship desk processes these applications.

Scholarship Scheme	Eligible Category	Benefits
SC/ST State Scholarship	SC / ST Candidates	Full tuition fee waiver + maintenance grants
EWS Rajarshi Shahu Scheme	EWS/Open candidates (Income < Rs.8L)	Reimbursement of tuition charges
OBC Post-Matric Freeship	OBC candidates (Income < Rs.8L)	50% tuition waiver

19. Direct Second Year Admission (Lateral Entry)

Direct Second Year (DSE) B.Tech admission is available for diploma holders. Key details:

• Passed Diploma in Engineering with 45%+ marks (40% for reserved category candidates of Maharashtra).
• Direct admission into the third semester of the B.Tech program.
• Admissions are processed through DSE CAP rounds based on diploma merit.
• Check the seat matrix using DTE Code 14005.

20. Step-by-Step Admission Process for LITU 2025-26

Follow these steps to apply for admission to LITU Nagpur:

1. Register and appear for MHT-CET (PCM group) or JEE Main.
2. Register on the official State CET Cell website (cetcell.mahacet.org).
3. Complete physical or online document verification at an ARC centre.
4. Fill option forms, adding LITU Nagpur (Code: 14005) as your preferred choice.
5. Accept allotted seat, report to the college with original documents, and submit fees.
6. Apply for scholarships on the MahaDBT portal.

21. Documents Required for LITU Admission

#	Document Name	Details
1	SSC & HSC Marksheets	Qualifying marks proof
2	MHT-CET / JEE scorecard	Entrance merit proof
3	Caste Certificate and Caste Validity	For reserved category candidates
4	Domicile Certificate	State quota verification
5	Income Certificate (if applying for EBC/TFWS)	Less than Rs.8 Lakhs per annum

22. Institutional Seats & Spot Round Admissions

As a public state university, LITU Nagpur does not have a management quota. Remaining vacant seats after regular CAP rounds are filled through **Institutional Spot Rounds** based on merit. Spot rounds are advertised on the LITU portal. Candidates must report physically to participate.

23. Hostel Facilities and Dining

LITU provides accommodation options on its campus:

• Separate hostel buildings for boys and girls with basic furniture.
• Dining hall serving meals.
• Hostel facilities are close to the main academic departments.

24. Legacy of Philanthropist Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan

LITU was established in 1942 through a bequest from Rao Bahadur D. Laxminarayan, a prominent mining magnate of Nagpur. His donation was directed to establish an institute dedicated to chemical engineering and technology, which became the Laxminarayan Institute of Technology (LIT).

25. Proximity to Butibori MIDC

LITU is located within travel distance of Nagpur’s industrial zones. This supports student projects and internships:

• Butibori MIDC: One of the largest industrial areas in Asia, featuring chemical and textile manufacturing units.
• Hingna MIDC: Engineering workshops and regional manufacturing plants.
• Mihan SEZ: Multi-modal international cargo hub and software park.

26. Why Choose LITU Nagpur – Key Advantages

• Unitary Public State University Status – Degree recognized globally.
• Specialized programs in Chemical Engineering and Chemical Technology.
• Strong placement record in process industries: Average Rs.6.5 LPA.
• Moderate, state-regulated fee structure.
• Historic campus in Nagpur with library, laboratory, and pilot plant facilities.
• Access to various state scholarships and EWS benefits.

27. Limitations and Considerations

• Specialized focus: Mostly focused on chemical engineering and technology; does not offer traditional IT/CS branches.
• No Management Quota: Admissions are based on merit. Spot rounds are the only path for vacant seats.
• Competitive cutoffs: High scores required for popular branches.

28. LITU vs Similar Chemical Technology Institutes in Maharashtra

College	DTE Code	Status	Annual Fee (Approx.)
LITU, Nagpur	14005	Unitary Public University	~Rs.80,000–1,00,000
ICT Mumbai (Autonomous)	3005	Deemed University	~Rs.85,000
SGGS Nanded (Autonomous)	2020	Government Aided College	~Rs.85,000

29. Career Scopes After Engineering

Profile	Specialisations	Average Entry Package (Indicative)
Process Engineer	Chemical Engineering / Petrochemical	Rs.5–8 LPA
Food Quality Executive	Food Technology	Rs.4–7 LPA
Polymer Technologist	Plastic & Polymer	Rs.4–7.5 LPA

30. Higher Education Scope – GATE and M.Tech

• GATE: Graduates regularly qualify for M.Tech at IISc, IITs, and ICT Mumbai.
• MBA Programs: Candidates can pursue Management degrees (CAT/MAT/MHT-CET MBA) after engineering.
• MS Studies: High admissions are recorded in US, German, and UK universities.

31. CAP Counselling Calendar – 2025-26 (Indicative)

Admission Stage	Approximate Timeline (2025)
Entrance Exam (MHT-CET)	April–May 2025
CAP Portal Registration	June–July 2025
Choice Locking & Rounds 1–3	July–August 2025
College Reporting	September 2025

32. What to Expect in First Year Engineering

First-year engineering (FE) is a common curriculum across all branches. Students focus on foundational sciences, basic programming, engineering mechanics, graphics, and mathematics. Practicals and workshops constitute a significant part of the academic week.

33. Anti-Ragging and Student Safety Policies

LITU Nagpur enforces strict anti-ragging measures under UGC and AICTE guidelines. The anti-ragging committee ensures student welfare across the campus, labs, and hostels, maintaining a zero-tolerance policy.

34. College Contact Details

Contact Method	Details
Campus Address	Amravati Road, Bharat Nagar, Nagpur – 440033, Maharashtra
Official Website	litu.edu.in

35. Important Links at a Glance

Portal	Official Link
Maharashtra CET Cell	cetcell.mahacet.org
LITU University Portal	litu.edu.in
MahaDBT Scholarships	mahadbt.maharashtra.gov.in

36. Summary – Is LITU Nagpur the Right University for You?

Laxminarayan Innovation Technological University is a suitable choice for students seeking specialized careers in chemical engineering, food technology, polymer sciences, and oil technology. As an independent state university, it offers structured academic tracks and recorded placement figures in process sectors.

37. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

38. Final Takeaway – Your Next Steps

Students interested in process engineering or technology specialisations should register on the State CET portal and select code 14005 during option entry. Verify updated branch fees and specialisation details on the official website litu.edu.in.

Disclaimer: Fee structures, seat intake numbers, and university policies are based on available disclosures from the State CET Cell, LITU Nagpur, and state university circulars. Students are advised to verify details with official sources prior to completing admissions.