Overview

Motilal Nehru National Institute of Technology (MNNIT), Allahabad is a premier
Central Government-run technical institute established in 1961. Located in Prayagraj (formerly Allahabad), Uttar Pradesh, India, MNNIT is one of the 31 National Institutes of Technology (NITs) in India. It operates from a single main urban campus.

The institute is approved and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC) and AICTE, accredited with NAAC 'A' grade (2022). It is also ranked under the NIRF 2023 Engineering category where it stands in top 50.

Official website: https://www.mnnit.ac.in/

Quick Facts

• Founder/Director: Prof. R.V. Raja Kumar (Director as of 2024)
• Student Count: Approx. 5000+ (UG, PG, PhD)
• Departments: 15+ academic departments and multiple research centers
• Contact: Phone: +91-532-2271000, Email: info@mnnit.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: A (Cycle 2, 2022)
• NIRF Ranking: 44th in Engineering (2023)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering, Science, Management
• Popular UG Programs: B.Tech in Computer Science, Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Electronics & Communication Engineering – 4 years, full-time regular mode
• Popular PG Programs: M.Tech, MBA, MCA, MSc – 2 years, regular mode
• Doctoral Programs: PhD in Engineering, Sciences, Humanities and Management
• Diploma: Not applicable

Admissions

• Mode: Based mainly on national-level entrance exams
• Accepted Exams: JEE Main (UG), GATE (PG), CAT/MAT (MBA)
• Timeline: JEE Mains - April-May, GATE - Feb-March
• Admission Link: https://www.mnnit.ac.in/admissions/
• Application Process: 1) Register online through JEE/GATE portals; 2) Participate in centralized counselling (JoSAA for UG); 3) Document verification and fee submission on institute portal

Eligibility

• UG (B.Tech): 10+2 with minimum 75% marks (relaxed for SC/ST/PwD) or top percentile via JEE Main
• PG (M.Tech): Bachelor’s degree in relevant engineering discipline, valid GATE score
• MBA: Bachelor's degree with minimum 50% marks and valid CAT/MAT score
• Documents: Mark sheets, entrance scorecard, reservation certificates, passport-size photos, ID proof

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (2024): UG Tuition: Approx. ₹1,00,000/year; Hostel + Mess: ₹50,000/year
• Scholarships: Merit-based scholarships, Central and State Govt scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS categories,
  AICTE scholarships (details here)

Placements

• Placement Percentage: ~85% in latest batch
• Average CTC: ₹9-12 LPA; Highest CTC: ₹42 LPA
• Top Recruiters: Microsoft, Google, Amazon, TCS, Infosys, L&T, DRDO
• Placement Cell: https://www.mnnit.ac.in/placement/ | Phone: +91-532-2271010
• Internships: Mandatory for final year students through placement cell assistance

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi
• Mess: Hygienic and multi-cuisine mess facilities
• Sports: Playground, gymnasium, and indoor sports facilities
• Labs & Library: State-of-the-art labs, Central Library with e-resources
• Healthcare: On-campus health center with medical facilities
• Transport: Bus services connecting to Prayagraj city
• Clubs & Fests: Technical societies, cultural clubs, annual fest “Ojas”

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Renowned professors with multiple patents and publications in reputed journals
• Research Centres: Centre for Robotics, Smart Manufacturing, Nanotechnology
• Grants & MoUs: Funded projects by DST, CSIR, collaborations with IITs and industries

Rankings

• NIRF 2023: Ranked 44th in Engineering (source)
• NAAC 2022: Grade A (source)
• Not listed in QS World University Rankings or India Today rankings as of 2024-06-01

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• JEE Main Cut-offs: For 2023 – General category ~95-98 percentile for popular branches (CS, ECE)
• Seat Matrix: Total approx. 925 seats for B.Tech across branches
• Official Links: JoSAA Counselling Portal and NTA JEE Main

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Prayagraj Airport (~20 km)
• Railway Station: Prayagraj Junction (formerly Allahabad Junction), well connected nationwide
• Local Transit: City buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis available to campus

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission process for B.Tech at MNNIT?
   A: Admission is through JEE Main rank and JoSAA counselling. Register and fill choices online.
2. Q: Are scholarships available for SC/ST candidates?
   A: Yes, various central and state government scholarships are available for SC/ST students.
3. Q: Does MNNIT offer PhD programs?
   A: Yes, PhD admissions are open in engineering, sciences, and management disciplines.
4. Q: What are the hostel facilities?
   A: Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi and mess services are available on campus.
5. Q: When does the academic year start?
   A: Usually, the academic session starts in July-August after counselling and admission formalities.
6. Q: Is campus Wi-Fi available?
   A: Yes, campus-wide Wi-Fi is provided for students and staff.
7. Q: Where can I check placement stats?
   A: Latest placement details are on MNNIT Placement Cell.
8. Q: Is there provision for lateral entry admissions?
   A: Yes, diploma holders can apply for lateral entry; details updated annually on admission portal.
9. Q: What documents are required at admission?
   A: Mark sheets, reservation certificates (if applicable), ID proof, and photograph are required.
10. Q: Can I apply offline?
    A: Admissions are primarily online through national portals; institute-level documents submission is in-person.