About National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra
National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra was established in 1963 as a Regional Engineering College (REC) and later upgraded to a National Institute of Technology. Over the years, it has developed into one of the leading technical institutes in North India.
Located in Kurukshetra, a city of historical and cultural significance, the campus provides a well-developed infrastructure along with a peaceful academic environment.
Overview
Institute Name | National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra |
Also Known As | NITKKR |
Institute Type | Government |
Established | 1963 |
Location | Kurukshetra, Haryana |
NIT Kurukshetra: Admission | Ranking | Fees
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Also Known as
Also known as NIT Kurukshetra, NIT KKR, NITKKR and Regional Engineering College Kurukshetra.
ADDRESS
National Institute of Technology, Thanesar, Kurukshetra, Haryana - 136119
Nearest Airport and Railway Station
RANKING
| Body | Category | Rank (Year) | |
| Latest | Previous | ||
| International Ranking | |||
 | QS Asia University Rankings | 801-850 (2026) | -- |
| National Ranking | |||
 | NIRF Overall Rankings | 151-200 (2025) | 151-200 (2024) |
| NIRF Engineering Rankings | 85 (2025) | 81 (2024) | |
 | The Week Top Engineering Colleges India | 28 (2025) | 28 (2024) |
MODE OF ADMISSION
Candidates must appear for the JEE (Main) exam and either secure at least 75% marks (65% for SC/ST/PwD) in Class XII or be within the category-wise top 20 percentile in their respective Class XII board examination. For more details, refer to the JEE Main Performance Criteria in Class XII.
Admissions are based on the rank obtained in JEE (Main) through JoSAA Counselling and CSAB Special Round.
College Details
How to Reach
Kurukshetra, Haryana
Ranking
Top 50 in India (NIRF)
Admission
Entrance Exam + Counseling
Courses
Seats
Approx 1200 Seats
Cutoff
JEE Rank: 10k - 50k
Fees
₹1.5L - ₹3L / year
Placements
Avg ₹6 LPA | Highest ₹25 LPA
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