NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology

College Highlights

Institute Type

Government

Campus Size

1000

NIRF Overall Rank

2023

Median Salary

₹1200000

Total Offers

600

Total Faculty

450

Total Enrollments

10000

Schooling type

Co-Ed

Exam Accepted

XAT+7 More

College Ranking

Indiatoday
Ranking 2023

#13

Rank

The Week
Ranking 2023

#10

Rank

TOI
Ranking 2023

#10

Rank

NIRF
Ranking 2023

#12

Rank

ARIIA
Ranking 2021

#12

Rank

Top Recruiters

Microsoft

Google

Amazon

Oracle

Tata Steel

Infosys

Wipro

Cognizant

Larsen & Toubro (L&T)

Mahindra & Mahindra

Reliance Industries Limited

Adani Group

Capgemini

Deloitte

Ernst & Young (EY)

KPMG

PwC

Qualcomm

Texas Instruments

Samsung

College Highlights

Reviews on NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology

Samriddha Saha

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Reviewed on : Oct 5, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2020)

M.Sc Mathematics Integrated

"NIT Rourkela: My awesome undergrad experience"

Overall Rating: 8/10

Although I haven't been on campus yet, my seniors tell me it's amazing! The campus is huge, green, and eco-friendly. Plus, there's the Golden Jubilee building, which is the tallest in Rourkela. Sounds like a great place to spend your college life!

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 8/10

Rakesh Mehta

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Reviewed on : April 18, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2019)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: Great Campus Life, Could Improve Value for Money"

Overall Rating: 7/10

NIT Rourkela has a massive campus with great infrastructure, including a swimming pool and gyms. Hostels have washing machines and geysers, which is super convenient. The library and sports centers are well-maintained, making campus life pretty enjoyable.

Placement - 6/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 6/10

Chitra Dasgupta

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Reviewed on : Feb 24, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2019)

B.Tech Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: Great Infrastructure and Decent Placements Make It Worth It!"

Overall Rating: 7/10

Campus life is awesome if you get involved! There are like 60+ clubs covering everything from tech to arts. The infrastructure is top-notch, and everything is well-maintained. The living spaces are clean, and the classrooms are great. Always something happening!

Placement - 6/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 8/10

Jyoti Mishra

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Reviewed on : Oct 5, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2020)

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Fresher's Promising Start for Engineering!"

Overall Rating: 10/10

I haven't been to the campus yet because I'm a fresher and colleges haven't opened, but from the pictures I've seen online, the environment looks amazing! I can't wait to experience the campus life and all the facilities it has to offer.

Placement - 10/10

Course - 10/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 10/10

Hostel - 10/10

Jugal Sabharwal

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Reviewed on : Oct 17, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2018)

B.Tech Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: Good Academics and Decent Placements!"

Overall Rating: 8/10

From what I've heard from seniors, the campus life is vibrant. The college has great infrastructure, including a library with tons of resources, well-maintained sports facilities like badminton and basketball courts, and clean, hygienic mess halls. Can't wait to experience it myself!

Placement - 8/10

Course - 10/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 9/10

Madhav Ghose

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Reviewed on : Oct 17, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2021)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Satisfied Student's Perspective on Academics, Placements, and Campus Life"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela boasts a vibrant campus life with a perfect blend of academics, cultural activities, and extracurriculars. The learning environment is conducive to growth, and the freedom of speech is encouraged. The campus is well-maintained, and the new buildings, though sometimes under construction, add to the overall appeal.

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 8/10

Shruti Goel

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Reviewed on : Oct 5, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2018)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Great Place to Study!"

Overall Rating: 9/10

NIT Rourkela has an amazing campus! It's huge and green, with all the facilities you could ask for. There are sports grounds, a library, computer centers, and even a swimming pool. The campus life is vibrant, with lots of clubs and events happening all the time. You'll never get bored here!

Placement - 8/10

Course - 10/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 10/10

Hostel - 9/10

Devlina Bose

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Reviewed on : Oct 10, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2018)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Great Place to Study and Grow!"

Overall Rating: 10/10

The campus is huge and filled with greenery, making it a great place to chill and study. We have LAN ports in our rooms, which is a lifesaver for assignments. The hostels are pretty decent, and the food is hygienic.

Placement - 10/10

Course - 10/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 10/10

Hostel - 10/10

Kiran Hooda

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Reviewed on : Oct 16, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2018)

B.Tech Electrical Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: Great Academics, Awesome Campus Life!"

Overall Rating: 10/10

The campus is beautiful and lively! There are so many clubs and activities happening all the time, so you'll never be bored. The location is great, and it feels super safe. Plus, they handle emergencies really well, so you're always in good hands.

Placement - 10/10

Course - 10/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 10/10

Hostel - 10/10

Ashana Pal

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Reviewed on : Oct 5, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2019)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Vibrant Campus with Excellent Academics"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela's campus is huge and green! It's got everything from food stalls open till late to a well-equipped gym. The hostels are decent, and the campus life is super chill. It's a great place to make friends and memories.

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 9/10

Faculty - 9/10

Hostel - 8/10

Prabhas Gupta

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Reviewed on : Sept 18, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2022)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Great Place for B.Tech!"

Overall Rating: 7/10

The campus is beautiful! There are lots of opportunities for extracurriculars. The college conducts many cultural fests like Virdhi and InterNIT. There are also many clubs for dance and singing. Seniors are cool and helpful.

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 7/10

Avni Vyas

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Reviewed on : Oct 5, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2021)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: Great Infrastructure and Decent Placements!"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela has a pretty good campus. The infrastructure is satisfying, with Wi-Fi, labs, classrooms, and a library. Everything is well-maintained, and the institute provides various opportunities for students. The campus life is decent, but there's not much focus on extracurricular activities for M.Tech students.

Placement - 8/10

Course - 10/10

Campus Life - 8/10

Faculty - 10/10

Hostel - 8/10

Shalini Guha

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Reviewed on : Oct 17, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2019)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Truly Exhilarating College Experience"

Overall Rating: 8/10

The campus is massive and beautiful, one of the biggest in India! You'll find everything you need here, from multiple cafeterias and restaurants to well-maintained hostels. It's a great place to live and study, with plenty of green spaces to relax and unwind.

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 9/10

Vidit Sharma

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Reviewed on : April 11, 2024

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2020)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Great Experience with Top-Notch Infrastructure"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela has a massive campus, around 1200 acres! You'll find everything you need here, from sports facilities to labs and a huge library. The campus is well-maintained and provides a great environment for studying and hanging out with friends. It's like a small city in itself!

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 9/10

Faculty - 9/10

Hostel - 7/10

Kaushik Mukherjee

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Reviewed on : Feb 1, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2021)

M.Tech Computer Science

"NIT Rourkela: My Awesome College Experience!"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela's campus is just beautiful! It's full of greenery, making it a peaceful place to study. The new 14-floor building is a highlight. We have everything from a medical center and swimming pool to indoor courts and a central library. It's like a mini-city!

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 10/10

Shubhi Raunak

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Reviewed on : Oct 17, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2018)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Great Place for Engineering Aspirants!"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela has an amazing campus! There's everything you need, from well-equipped labs and libraries to sports facilities and common rooms. The campus is Wi-Fi enabled, which is super convenient. Plus, there are always events and activities happening, so you'll never be bored. It's a great place to make friends and memories.

Placement - 10/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 7/10

Suhas Tripathi

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Reviewed on : Oct 16, 2025

NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology (Enrolled : 2022)

B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering

"NIT Rourkela: A Great Place to Learn and Grow!"

Overall Rating: 8/10

NIT Rourkela has a sprawling campus with lush greenery. It's one of the largest campuses in India, and it's a great place to hang out with friends. The campus has all the necessary facilities, including a library, sports complex, and various clubs and organizations.

Placement - 8/10

Course - 8/10

Campus Life - 10/10

Faculty - 8/10

Hostel - 7/10

Postal Add: National Institute of Technology, Rourkela, Odisha, India, 769008

Phone: 06612462002

Email: registrar@nitrkl.ac.in

College QnA's

Which is better, NIT Allahabad or NIT Rourkela?

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How is the chemical engineering department at NIT Rourkela?

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What's hostel life like at NIT Rourkela? Can you share some insights about the facilities and rules?

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How good is the mechanical engineering program at NIT Rourkela?

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Which is a better option: Metallurgy at NIT Rourkela or Electrical at NIT Silchar?

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I'm choosing between NIT Rourkela for an Integrated M.Sc in Physics and a B.Sc in Physics at St. Stephen’s Delhi, St. Xavier’s, or Presidency University Kolkata. Which should I pick?

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Which NIT is better for electrical engineering, NIT Rourkela or MNNIT Allahabad?

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Which is a better option for electrical engineering: MNNIT Allahabad or NIT Rourkela?

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About

National Institute of Technology Rourkela: A Premier Institution for Engineering and Technology

College Highlights

Government

150K-300K

2002

Highest Package

200 LPA

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College Ranking

Top Recruiters

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Reviews on NIT Rourkela - National Institute of Technology

College QnA's

Which is better, NIT Allahabad or NIT Rourkela?

How is the chemical engineering department at NIT Rourkela?

What's hostel life like at NIT Rourkela? Can you share some insights about the facilities and rules?

How good is the mechanical engineering program at NIT Rourkela?

Which is a better option: Metallurgy at NIT Rourkela or Electrical at NIT Silchar?

I'm choosing between NIT Rourkela for an Integrated M.Sc in Physics and a B.Sc in Physics at St. Stephen’s Delhi, St. Xavier’s, or Presidency University Kolkata. Which should I pick?

Which NIT is better for electrical engineering, NIT Rourkela or MNNIT Allahabad?

Which is a better option for electrical engineering: MNNIT Allahabad or NIT Rourkela?

How strictly is ragging handled at NIT Rourkela?

College FAQ's