Overview

National Institute of Technology Durgapur (NIT Durgapur), also known as NIT DGP, is a centrally funded public engineering institute established in 1960. It is located in Durgapur, West Bengal, India, and functions as one of the 31 National Institutes of Technology under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. The institute has a single campus spread over 187 acres in Durgapur.

NIT Durgapur is approved and recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), accredited by AICTE, and holds a NAAC 'A+' grade (2022). It is also ranked under the NIRF Engineering category, 33rd rank in 2023.

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

Quick Facts

• Founder Director: Prof. Samar Kumar Basu (first director)
• Current Director: Prof. Virendra Kumar Tewari
• Student Strength: Approximately 5,000 (UG, PG & PhD)
• Departments: 14 academic departments including Engineering, Sciences, and Humanities
• Faculty Count: Over 220
• Contact: Phone: +91-343-2754014, Email: director@nitdgp.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: A+ (2022)
• NIRF Rank: 33 (Engineering, 2023) (source)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, CSE, ECE, Chemical, Metallurgical, etc.), Sciences (Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics), Management & Humanities
• Popular UG Courses: B.Tech in various branches (4 years, regular mode)
• Popular PG Courses: M.Tech (2 years), MBA (2 years), MSc (2 years), PhD Programs across disciplines
• Diploma: Not offered
• Mode: Regular full-time campus-based programs
• Intake: Approx. 900 seats in UG B.Tech programs annually

Admissions

• UG Admissions: Through JEE Main exam; counselling via JoSAA
• PG Admissions: M.Tech via GATE; MBA via CAT/MAT/CMAT; MSc through JAM; PhD through institute written test/interview
• Typical Timeline: UG - Application starts January, counselling April-July; PG - Application Feb-April
• Admission page: https://www.nitdgp.ac.in/admission.html
• Application Process: Online application via JEE/GATE portals and JoSAA counselling platform; direct institute applications for PhD

Eligibility

• UG (B.Tech): Passed 10+2 with Physics, Mathematics, Chemistry/Biotechnology; minimum 75% aggregate or specified JEE main rank
• PG (M.Tech): B.Tech/B.E. degree in relevant discipline with valid GATE score
• MBA: Bachelor’s degree with minimum 50% marks and valid CAT/MAT/CMAT score
• PhD: Master’s degree in related field; institute conducts written test & interview
• Required Documents: Mark sheets, entrance scorecards, category certificates (if applicable), ID proof

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative UG Tuition Fee: Approx. ₹90,000 per year
• Hostel Fees: Around ₹15,000 to ₹20,000 per semester
• Examination Fee: Included in tuition
• Scholarships: Merit-cum-means scholarships, SC/ST/OBC/EWS scholarships via govt portals & institute; Central Sector Scholarship for Top Ranks; https://scholarships.gov.in

Placements

• Placement Percentage: ~85%-90% in recent years
• Average CTC: ₹8-12 LPA
• Highest CTC: ₹47 LPA (2023 batch)
• Top Recruiters: Amazon, Microsoft, TCS, Infosys, DRDO, L&T, Samsung
• Placement Cell: Placement Cell, Email: placement@nitdgp.ac.in
• Internships: Strong industry linkages for summer internships and research projects

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys (6) and girls (2) with Wi-Fi
• Mess: Multiple mess facilities with diverse cuisines
• Sports: Grounds and facilities for football, cricket, basketball, badminton, tennis
• Labs: State-of-the-art labs in technology & sciences
• Library: Central library with extensive print & digital collections, IEEE/ASME access
• Healthcare: On-campus medical centre with certified doctors
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi; shuttle bus services connecting to nearby city areas
• Clubs & Fests: Numerous technical, cultural, and hobby clubs; annual fest “Aahvan”

Faculty & Research

• Faculty: Experienced professors with PhDs from reputed Indian & international institutions
• Research Centres: Centre for Artificial Intelligence, Centre for Nanotechnology, Material Science Lab
• Grants: Sponsored projects from DST, CSIR, DRDO, and industry collaborations
• Patents: Multiple patents filed in engineering innovations
• MoUs: Collaborations with international universities & industry leaders for research & student exchange

Rankings

• NIRF Engineering 2023: Ranked 33 (source)
• NAAC Accreditation: A+ grade (2022) (source)
• India Today Engineering Ranking: Top 30 (2023) Not publicly detailed on official site

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• Cut-offs for JEE Main/JoSAA counselling published annually at https://josaa.nic.in
• Category-wise cut-offs available on the JoSAA portal; general rank approx. 2000-10000 depending on branch
• Seat matrix and reservation details:
  Official Seat Matrix PDF (if available)
  Otherwise JoSAA seat matrix applies
• Detailed cut-off trends archives not available on institute website as of 2024-06-01

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport, Kolkata (approx. 160 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Durgapur Railway Station, well connected to Kolkata, Delhi, Mumbai
• Local Transport: State buses, auto-rickshaws, taxis available from Durgapur city to campus

FAQs

1. Q: What is the admission process for B.Tech at NIT Durgapur?
   A: Admission is through JEE Main exam followed by JoSAA counselling.
   
2. Q: Does NIT Durgapur provide scholarships?
   A: Yes, merit, need-based, and government scholarships are available.
3. Q: Is hostel accommodation guaranteed?
   A: Yes, limited admission in hostels is provided to all full-time students.
4. Q: What are the placement prospects?
   A: Over 85% placement; average CTC ₹8-12 LPA; top recruiters include Amazon, Microsoft.
5. Q: Are there options for postgraduate study?
   A: Yes, M.Tech, MBA, MSc, and PhD programs are offered.
6. Q: How to apply for PhD admissions?
   A: Apply through the institute website; shortlisting via written test and interview.
7. Q: What is the NAAC grade of NIT Durgapur?
   A: The institute has an A+ NAAC accreditation as of 2022.
8. Q: Is there Wi-Fi on campus?
   A: Yes, campus-wide high-speed Wi-Fi is available for students and staff.
9. Q: What entrance exams are accepted for PG courses?
   A: GATE for M.Tech, CAT/MAT/CMAT for MBA, JAM for MSc.
10. Q: Where can I find official cut-off and seat matrix details?
    A: On the JoSAA portal and institute’s official admission page.