NIT Jamshedpur – Overview
National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur (NIT Jamshedpur / NITJSR), established on 15 August 1960 as the Regional Engineering College through a joint effort of the Government of Bihar and the Government of India, is one of the original and most prestigious NITs in the country. Located in Jamshedpur — India’s original planned industrial city and home to Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Power, and the broader TATA industrial ecosystem — NITJSR is a Centrally Funded Technical Institution declared an Institute of National Importance and approved by AICTE and MHRD. The institute spans 341.3 acres with 200 faculty members, 4,000 students, and 150 administrative staff.
NIT Jamshedpur is ranked #82 by NIRF 2025 and #43 by Collegedunia 2025 in Engineering. Its 2024 placement season was outstanding — 93.76% placement rate, highest package of Rs. 82 LPA, and 725+ offers from 260+ companies including Google, Microsoft, BlackRock, Adobe, and Tata Motors. In 2025, the highest package reached Rs. 1.44 Crore — the highest ever recorded at NITJSR. The CSE average package stood at Rs. 20.24 LPA. NITJSR has signed an MoU with Netaji Subhash Medical College & Hospital for comprehensive medical services to its campus community, and maintains strong alumni networks in mountaineering, energy, politics, and government service.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| College Name | National Institute of Technology Jamshedpur (NIT Jamshedpur / NITJSR) |
| Location | Jamshedpur, Jharkhand (India’s Original Planned Industrial City) |
| Established | 15 August 1960 (One of India’s Original NITs) |
| Type | Centrally Funded Technical Institution (CFTI) | Institute of National Importance |
| Governing Body | Ministry of Education, Government of India |
| Campus Area | 341.3 Acres | 13 Hostels |
| Faculty & Students | 200 Faculty | 4,000 Students | 150 Admin & Support Staff |
| MoU | Netaji Subhash Medical College & Hospital – Comprehensive Medical Services |
| Special Highlights | NIRF #82 (2025) | Highest Pkg Rs. 1.44 Cr (2025) | 93.76% Placement (2024) | 260+ Companies | TATA Ecosystem Proximity |
Courses & Fees
NITJSR offers B.Tech in 7 specialisations, M.Tech in 19+ specialisations, M.Sc, MCA, and PhD across 11 departments. The B.Tech first-year fee is Rs. 1.88 Lakhs. Annual fees range from Rs. 1.25 L to Rs. 2.5 L depending on year and programme. Total UG programme cost ranges from Rs. 1.1 L to Rs. 12.56 L including hostel, mess, and other charges. M.Tech first-year fee is Rs. 1.15 Lakhs; M.Sc is Rs. 60,000; MCA is Rs. 1.03 Lakhs. Scholarship-based fee waivers are available based on income and category.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| B.Tech (First Year Fee) | Rs. 1.88 Lakhs | Total UG Range: Rs. 1.1 – 12.56 Lakhs |
| B.Tech Specialisations | CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Production & Industrial, Engineering & Computational Mechanics |
| M.Tech (19+ Specialisations) | First Year: Rs. 1.15 Lakhs – via GATE / CCMT |
| M.Sc | First Year: Rs. 60,000 – via IIT JAM |
| MCA | First Year: Rs. 1.03 Lakhs – via NIMCET |
| PhD | First Year: Rs. 48,000 – via Written Test + Interview (UGC-NET exempted) |
| Annual B.Tech Fee Range | Rs. 1.25 – 2.5 Lakhs (Varies by Year & Programme) |
| Admission Mode – B.Tech | JEE Main → JoSAA / CSAB Counselling |
Placements
NIT Jamshedpur’s Training and Placement Cell delivers consistently strong outcomes. In 2024, a record 93.76% placement rate was achieved with 725+ offers from 260+ companies. The highest package was Rs. 82 LPA and CSE average package stood at Rs. 20.24 LPA. In 2025, the highest package reached an extraordinary Rs. 1.44 Crore. Top recruiters include Google, Microsoft, BlackRock, Adobe, Amazon, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Flipkart, HP, HCL, Samsung, EY, Infosys, and Accenture. The Jamshedpur industrial ecosystem — with TATA companies, XLRI, and other manufacturing giants in close proximity — gives students a unique advantage for core engineering and management placements.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Highest Package (2025) | Rs. 1.44 Crore (Record High) |
| Highest Package (2024) | Rs. 82 LPA |
| CSE Average Package (2024) | Rs. 20.24 LPA |
| Overall Placement Rate (2024) | 93.76% |
| Total Offers (2024) | 725+ Offers |
| Companies Visited (2024) | 260+ Companies |
| Offers in Rs. 10–20 LPA Band | 38.2% of Total Offers |
| Top Recruiters | Google, Microsoft, BlackRock, Adobe, Amazon, Tata Motors, Tata Steel, Flipkart, HP, HCL, Samsung, EY, Infosys, Accenture |
JEE Main Cutoffs
NIT Jamshedpur uses JEE Main ranks via JoSAA counselling only — NOT KCET or COMEDK. Cutoffs below are for General (Open) category under OS (Other State) and HS (Home State) quotas, Final Round 2025. Verify latest data on josaa.nic.in.
JEE Main Cutoff (General – OS Quota, Round 6 / Final 2025)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| CSE (General – OS, Round 6) | 8,902 (Closing Rank) |
| CSE (General – HS, Round 6) | 11,978 (Closing Rank) |
| ECE (General – OS) | Under 20,000 (Closing) |
| EEE (General – OS) | Under 20,000 (Closing) |
| Engineering & Computational Mechanics | 25,093 (General – All India, 2024 Closing) |
| CSE (2024 – Round 1 OS) | 4,935 (Opening) | 7,097 (Closing) |
JEE Main Cutoff – OS Quota Reference (2024)
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Overall OS Range (2024 – General) | 7,097 – 40,194 |
| CSE (General – AI Quota, 2025 Closing) | 11,264 (Most Competitive Branch) |
Rankings & Recognitions
NIT Jamshedpur has shown a strong positive trajectory in NIRF rankings, moving into the top 100 in Engineering in 2025 after previously being in the 101–150 band. Collegedunia 2025 ranks it #43 in B.Tech — among the highest for a Jharkhand-based NIT. Its industrial location adjacent to the TATA group ecosystem is a unique and enduring competitive advantage.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| NIRF Ranking 2025 – Engineering | #82 |
| NIRF Ranking 2024 – Engineering | #62 |
| Collegedunia Ranking 2025 | #43 (B.Tech) |
| IIRF Ranking | #56 |
| Regional Standing | Top 3 in Jharkhand | Premier Engineering Institution of East India |
| Institutional Status | Institute of National Importance | T1 (Elite) National Institute | AICTE & MHRD Approved |
Campus & Facilities
NIT Jamshedpur’s 341.3-acre campus is one of the largest among all NITs, offering 13 hostels, advanced engineering labs, a central library, sports infrastructure, and a self-contained academic township. The MoU with Netaji Subhash Medical College ensures comprehensive medical coverage for students, faculty, and staff. Being located in Jamshedpur — adjacent to Tata Steel, Tata Motors, XLRI, and Tata Power — gives students unmatched access to India’s most significant industrial ecosystem for internships, live projects, and placements.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Campus Area | 341.3 Acres – One of the Largest NIT Campuses in India |
| Hostels | 13 Hostels (Boys & Girls) with Mess Facilities |
| Medical Facility | MoU with Netaji Subhash Medical College & Hospital – Full Medical Coverage |
| Laboratories | Advanced Labs across 12 Departments including Humanities, Science & Engineering |
| Library | Central Library with Technical Books, Journals & Digital Resources |
| Industrial Proximity | Adjacent to Tata Steel, Tata Motors, Tata Power, XLRI Jamshedpur |
| Sports & Activities | Sports Complex, Cultural Fests, Technical Events, Student Clubs |
Scholarships
NIT Jamshedpur offers financial assistance and scholarship schemes for economically backward and meritorious students. Government-mandated tuition fee remission schemes apply based on family income. SC/ST students receive full scholarships. Research fellowships (JRF/SRF) are available for PhD scholars via GATE and UGC-NET.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Full Tuition Fee Remission | Gen/OBC – Family Income < Rs. 1 Lakh/year → 100% Waiver |
| Partial Fee Remission | Gen/OBC – Family Income Rs. 1–5 Lakhs/year → 2/3rd Waiver |
| SC/ST Scholarship | Full Scholarship – Government of India Norms |
| Merit-cum-Means Scholarship | Central Government – Meritorious & Financially Needy Students |
| JRF / SRF Fellowship (PhD) | Junior / Senior Research Fellowship via GATE / UGC-NET |
| Concessional Fee Structure | Available for Economically Weaker & Deserving Students |
Faculty & Research
NITJSR has 200 faculty members across 12 departments including Humanities, Sciences, and Engineering. PhD research programmes are available across 11 specialisations. The proximity to India’s largest steel and manufacturing ecosystem has historically shaped strong research programmes in metallurgy, production engineering, and computational mechanics — unique offerings among NITs. Alumni of NITJSR have made distinguished contributions in mountaineering, politics, energy, and government service.
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Total Faculty | 200 Faculty Members |
| Departments | 12 Depts – CSE, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, Civil, Production, Computational Mechanics + Sciences & Humanities |
| PhD Research | 11 Specialisations – Active Doctoral Programmes |
| Unique Research Advantage | Metallurgy, Production Engg, Computational Mechanics – TATA Ecosystem Collaboration |
| Alumni Achievements | Mountaineering, Energy Sector, Politics & Government Service – International Repute |
Ready to Join NIT Jamshedpur?
Apply via JEE Main and participate in JoSAA counselling. Visit the official website for the latest programme and fee details.