About National Institute of Technology, Silchar
National Institute of Technology Silchar was established in 1967 as a Regional Engineering College and later upgraded to a National Institute of Technology. Over the years, it has grown into one of the leading technical institutions in Northeast India.
Located in Silchar, the campus is spread across a lush green area, providing a peaceful and conducive environment for academic learning.
Overview
Institute Name | National Institute of Technology, Silchar |
Also Known As | NITS |
Institute Type | Government |
Established | 1967 |
Location | Silchar, Assam |
NIT Silchar: Admission | Ranking | Fees
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Also Known as
Also known as NIT Silchar and NITS.
ADDRESS
National Institute of Technology Silchar, Cachar, Assam - 788010
Nearest Airport and Railway Station
RANKING
| Body | Category | Rank (Year) | |
| Latest | Previous | ||
| International Ranking | |||
 | QS Asia University Rankings | 552 (2026) | 541-560 (2025) |
 | THE World University Rankings | 8011000 (2026) | 8011000 (2025) |
| THE Asia University Rankings | 251300 (2025) | 178 (2024) | |
| THE World Subject Rankings - Engineering | 601800 (2024) | 501600 (2023) | |
| National Ranking | |||
 | NIRF Overall Rankings | 97 (2025) | 92 (2024) |
| NIRF Engineering Rankings | 50 (2025) | 40 (2024) | |
| NIRF Innovation Rankings | 151-300 (2023) | -- | |
 | Outlook India's Top Govt. Engineering Colleges | 14 (2025) | 14 (2024) |
 | India Today Top Engineering Colleges | 26 (2025) | 29 (2024) |
 | The Week Top Engineering Colleges India | 23 (2025) | 24 (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.
FEE STRUCTURE
Institute Fee
Particulars | Amount |
| Caution Money (One-Time, Refundable) | ?10,000 |
| One-Time Fees | ?7,000 |
| Tuition Fee (per Semester) | ?62,500 |
| Other Fees (per Semester) | ?6,870 |
Total | ?86,370 |
Hostel Fee
Particulars | Amount |
| Hostel Caution Money (One-Time, Refundable) | ?10,000 |
| Hostel Seat Rent (per Semester) | ?1,500 |
| Electricity & Water Charges (per Semester) | ?1,000 |
| Other Fees (per Semester) | ?3,130 |
| Mess Advance (per Semester) | ?21,000 |
Total | ?36,630 |
Fee Waivers
- 100% Tuition Fee waiver for SC/ST/PwD students.
- 100% Tuition Fee remission for Most Economically Backward students with family income less than ?1 lakh per annum.
- 2/3rd Tuition Fee remission for Other Economically Backward students with family income between ?1 lakh to ?5 lakh per annum.
College Details
How to Reach
Silchar, Assam
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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