Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology

Overview

Official Name: Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang (IGIT Sarang)
Common Short Names: IGIT Sarang
Type: State Government Autonomous Institute
Year Established: 1982
Campus Location: Sarang, Dhenkanal, Odisha, India
Approvals & Affiliations:
- Approved by AICTE
- Affiliated to Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Odisha
- NAAC Accreditation: Grade 'A' (Cycle 2, 2022)
- UGC Recognized under 2(f) & 12(B)
Official Website: http://igit.ac.in/

Founder: Government of Odisha
Principal: Dr. Bijay Kumar Meher (as of 2024)
Approximate Student Population: 3000+
Departments: 12+ Engineering and Basic Science Departments
Contact: Phone: +91-674-2370134, Email: info@igit.ac.in
Address: Indira Gandhi Institute of Technology, Sarang, Dhenkanal, Odisha - 759146
NAAC Grade: A (2022) (NAAC Official)
NIRF Ranking: Not listed as of 2024 (Checked on NIRF Portal)

Faculty of Engineering:
- B.Tech (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics & Telecommunication, Computer Science, etc.) – 4 years, Regular
- M.Tech (Specializations in various branches) – 2 years, Regular
- Ph.D. Programs in Engineering and Basic Sciences
- Diploma in Engineering (Polytechnic) – 3 years, Regular
Faculty of Sciences & Humanities:
- B.Sc. (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics) – Integrated through certain courses
- Ph.D. in Basic Sciences
Mode: Regular full-time only
Intake: Varied per branch, approximate UG intake ~780 per year

Admission Modes: Based on Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE), JEE Main for B.Tech; GATE for M.Tech; Institute-level interview for Ph.D.
Accepted Entrance Exams: JEE Main (B.Tech), OJEE (for lateral entry), GATE (M.Tech)
Admission Timeline:
- Application Opens: April
- Entrance Exams: April - May
- Admission & Counseling: June - July
- For details, visit: IGIT Admission Page
Application Process:
1. Visit the official admission portal: igit.ac.in
2. Register and fill application form online according to course
3. Upload necessary documents
4. Pay application fee online
5. Submit and print confirmation receipt
6. No offline applications currently accepted as per official website (checked 2024-06)

Undergraduate (B.Tech): 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry/Biology; minimum 45% aggregate for General category
Postgraduate (M.Tech): Bachelor’s degree in Engineering/Technology relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks
Ph.D.: Master’s degree in relevant field with 55% marks
Documents Required:
- 10th & 12th Mark Sheets and Certificates
- Entrance Exam Admit Card & Scorecard
- Category Certificate (if applicable)
- Passport-size Photographs
- Identity Proof (Aadhaar/PAN/Passport)

Indicative Fees:
- B.Tech Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹45,000 per year
- Hostel Fee: Approx. ₹15,000 per year
- Examination Fee: ₹2,000 per semester (approx.)
Scholarships & Financial Aid:
- Government Scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories as per state & central schemes
- Merit-based Institute Scholarships (IGIT Scholarships Info)
- Fee waiver and financial assistance available for economically weaker students

Placement Percentage: ~70-80% students placed in recent years
Average CTC: ₹4-6 LPA (varies by department)
Highest CTC: ₹12+ LPA reported in last placement season
Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Tech Mahindra, L&T, Siemens, Wipro
Placement Cell Contact: placemenetcell@igit.ac.in, +91-674-2370167
Internship Support: Regular links to industry internships facilitated through placement office

Hostels: Separate boys and girls hostels with mess facilities
Sports: Facilities for cricket, basketball, football, volleyball, indoor games
Labs & Libraries: Well-equipped labs for all departments; central library with digital resources
Healthcare: On-campus medical unit with doctor availability
Transport: College buses connecting nearby towns and railway station
Wi-Fi: Campus-wide high-speed internet access
Research Centres & Student Clubs: Technical clubs, cultural societies, innovation & entrepreneurship cell, NSS
Festivals: Annual tech fest Tecnozion and cultural fest Udaan

Notable Faculty: Experienced professors with Ph.D. from reputed institutes
Research Centres: Focus on renewable energy, robotics, computer science, and material sciences
Grants & Projects: Funded by DST, AICTE, and other government agencies regularly
MoUs: Collaborations with industries and other academic institutions for research and student exchange

NAAC: Grade A, Cycle 2 (2022) (source)
NIRF: Not available as of 2024 (Checked at NIRF official)
India Today, Outlook, QS India: Not listed / Not available on official sources as of 2024-06

Results: Published on official website under the Academics section (IGIT Results Portal)
Seat Matrix: Available on admission notification PDFs via official admission page
Cut-Offs: Typically follow JEE Main ranks and OJEE cut-offs for various categories; detailed cut-offs provided after counseling rounds

Nearest Airport: Biju Patnaik International Airport, Bhubaneswar (~90 km)
Nearest Railway Station: Dhenkanal Railway Station (~10 km)
By Road: Well-connected by state highways; regular bus services from Bhubaneswar and Cuttack
Local Transit: Auto-rickshaws, private cabs available from town to campus

Q: What are the eligibility criteria for B.Tech admission?
A: 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, and Chemistry, minimum 45% marks for general category; qualifying in JEE Main or OJEE.
Q: Is campus hostel facility available?
A: Yes, separate hostels with mess facilities are available for boys and girls on campus.
Q: How to apply for M.Tech courses?
A: Apply online via IGIT website after qualifying GATE or state PG entrance; detailed process available on official site.
Q: Does IGIT offer scholarships?
A: Yes, various government scholarships (SC/ST/OBC/EWS) and institute merit awards are provided (Details).
Q: Are placements available for all branches?
A: Placement opportunities are provided for most engineering disciplines through the dedicated placement cell.
Q: What is the usual admission timeline?
A: Application and counseling occur between April and July; exact dates announced every year on the website.
Q: Can I get admission through management quota?
A: IGIT admissions are primarily merit and entrance exam based; no official management quota announced.
Q: How to check results?
A: Results are uploaded on the official website (Results Page).
Q: Does the institute have research facilities?
A: Yes, IGIT houses research centres with funded projects and fosters innovation and patents.
Q: What are the contact details for admission queries?
A: Phone: +91-674-2370134, Email: info@igit.ac.in