Overview

National Institute of Technology Kurukshetra (NIT Kurukshetra), commonly known as NIT Kurukshetra or NITKKR, is a Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI) established in 1963. It is located in Kurukshetra, Haryana, India. The institute operates from a single urban campus in Kurukshetra.

NIT Kurukshetra is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE), recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC), and accredited with a NAAC grade 'A' (2021). It is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA) for many programs. For more details, visit the official NIT Kurukshetra website.

Quick Facts

• Founder: Government of India
• Director: Prof. Rajeev Kumar
• Student Enrollment: Approximately 6000+ (UG, PG, PhD)
• Departments: 15+ Engineering and Science Departments
• Faculty Count: 200+
• Contact: Phone: +91-174-2272031, Email: registrar@nitkkr.ac.in
• NAAC Grade: A (2021)
• NIRF 2023 Ranking: 49th overall among engineering institutes (source)

Courses & Programs

• Faculties: Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Computer Science, etc.), Science, Management, Humanities
• Popular Programs:
  • B.Tech (4 years)
  • M.Tech (2 years)
  • MBA (2 years)
  • Ph.D. (Duration as per research program)
• Mode: Regular, full-time on campus
• Intake: Approx. 950 UG seats & 300+ PG seats annually

Admissions

• Admission Modes: Through national level entrance exams
• Accepted Exams: JEE Main (B.Tech), GATE (M.Tech), CAT/CMAT/other (MBA), institute PhD entrance & interviews
• Timeline: JEE Main (Jan-Apr), GATE (Aug-Oct), MBA (Feb-May)
• Admission Portal & Details: https://www.nitkkr.ac.in/admissions
• Step-by-step Apply:
  1. Register for relevant national exams (JEE/GATE/CAT)
  2. Fill admission form on NIT Kurukshetra website
  3. Upload required documents
  4. Pay application fee online
  5. Await counseling/selection results
  6. Complete admission & fee payment

Eligibility

• B.Tech: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry & Mathematics; minimum 75% aggregate or top 20 percentile in board exams (criteria per JoSAA); JEE Main qualified
• M.Tech: Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline; GATE qualified
• MBA: Graduate in any discipline with valid CAT/CMAT/MAT score
• Ph.D.: Master's degree with minimum 60%; entrance test & interview
• Documents: Mark sheets, admit cards, identity proof, category certificate (if applicable)

Fee & Scholarships

• Indicative Fees (per annum):
  • B.Tech Tuition: ₹1,25,000 approx.
  • Hostel & Mess: ₹25,000–35,000
  • Exam Fee: ₹1,000 approx.
• Scholarships: Central and State Govt scholarships for SC/ST/OBC/EWS, merit-based awards, and fee waivers available (source)

Placements

• Placement Rate: Around 85-90%
• Average CTC: ₹6-8 LPA
• Highest CTC: ₹40+ LPA
• Top Recruiters: TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Microsoft, Samsung, L&T, DRDO
• Placement Cell: https://www.nitkkr.ac.in/placement
• Internships: Facilitated through industry tie-ups, mandatory for some programs

Campus & Facilities

• Hostels: Separate hostels for boys and girls with Wi-Fi and mess facilities
• Sports: Grounds and courts for cricket, football, badminton, basketball
• Labs & Library: State-of-the-art labs with discipline-specific equipment, Central library with digital resources
• Healthcare: On-campus dispensary & tie-ups with city hospitals
• Wi-Fi & Transport: Campus-wide high-speed internet, shuttle services available
• Clubs & Fests: Cultural, technical, and sports clubs; annual fests like Antaragni and Techvision

Faculty & Research

• Notable Faculty: Several professors with PhDs from IITs and reputed institutes
• Research Centres: Centre for Energy Studies, Materials Science, Robotics, and AI
• Grants & Patents: Frequent funding from DST, DBT, AICTE; patents filed yearly
• MoUs: Industry and academic MoUs with companies like IBM, Siemens

Rankings

• NIRF 2023: 49th among Engineering Institutes (link)
• NAAC Grade: A (2021)
• India Today 2022: Ranked top 50 Engineering Colleges in India (Not officially published in detail)

Results, Cut-Offs & Seat Matrix

• JEE Main Cut-Offs and Seat Matrix: Published each year by JoSAA (https://josaa.nic.in/)
• Typical Category-wise Cut-offs: Open Gen ~70-80 percentile; OBC/SC/ST lower per JoSAA counseling data
• M.Tech & MBA Cut-offs: Available on the institute admission portal annually

How to Reach

• Nearest Airport: Chandigarh International Airport (~100 km)
• Nearest Railway Station: Kurukshetra Junction (2 km)
• City Transit: Frequent buses, auto-rickshaws and taxis connect campus to city and railway station

FAQs

Q1: How can I apply for B.Tech courses at NIT Kurukshetra?

A1: Apply via JEE Main exam followed by JoSAA centralized counseling. Detailed application steps are on NIT Kurukshetra Admission page.

Q2: What scholarships are available for SC/ST students?

A2: SC/ST students can avail central government scholarships and institute merit-cum-means scholarships. Details at Scholarships.

Q3: Does the institute provide hostel facilities for all students?

A3: Yes, separate hostels for male and female students with mess and Wi-Fi facilities.

Q4: Are placements guaranteed for all branches?

A4: While the institute has a strong placement record, placement depends on student performance and branch demand.

Q5: Is there an entrance exam for MBA admission?

A5: Yes, valid CAT/CMAT scores are required, followed by institute selection process.

Q6: What is the fee structure for B.Tech courses?

A6: Approximate tuition fee is ₹1,25,000 per annum, plus hostel/mess charges. Refer to official fee page for exact details.

Q7: How can I contact the admission office?

A7: Email registrar@nitkkr.ac.in or call +91-174-2272031 during working hours.

Q8: Does NIT Kurukshetra offer distance learning courses?

A8: No, all courses are offered in regular full-time mode only.

Q9: Where can I find the official seat matrix for the current session?

A9: Seat matrix and opening/closing ranks are published on JoSAA portal here.