National Institute of Technology Durgapur
Founded in 1960 as REC Durgapur and upgraded to NIT status in 2006, the institute sits on a sprawling 187-acre fully residential campus in West Bengal. Offering a wide range of B.Tech, M.Tech, MCA, MBA, M.Sc, and Ph.D. programs—including emerging disciplines like Biotechnology, Materials Science, and Transportation Engineering—it was ranked 44th in NIRF Engineering 2024. Its Computer Science branch is highly regarded, with average packages around ₹21.5 LPA and top offers up to ₹51 LPA. Annual technical fest “Aarohan” and active coding clubs reflect its vibrant student culture. NIT Durgapur offers a blend of heritage discipline, strong placements, and broad academic exposure among mid-tier NITs.
Overview
NIRF Rank
47
Ownership
Government
Address
Mahatma Gandhi Rd, A-Zone, Durgapur, West Bengal
Establishment
1960
Modes of counselling
Mode
CSAB
Mode
JOSAA
Exams Acceptance
Mode
JEE Main
Fee Details
First Sem Institute Fee
81300
Total Institute Expenditure
555900
First Sem Hostel Fee
27300
Total Hostel Expenditure
183400