NIT Raipur admits students to 41 courses at the undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral levels through national-level entrance examinations. B.Tech and M.Tech are among its main programmes. The total B.Tech course fee is stated as INR 5.49 lakhs.
Selection depends on the entrance test and counselling process prescribed for each programme. Applicants from outside India are considered for the applicable postgraduate courses through the Direct Admission of Students from Abroad, or DASA, route.
M.Tech applicants can access the official GATE online application form.
NIT Raipur UG Admission 2026
NIT Raipur offers B.Tech and B.Arch as full-time undergraduate programmes. B.Tech is completed in 4 years, while B.Arch has a duration of 5 years. The B.Tech programme covers 11 specializations in regular mode.
NIT Raipur B.Tech and B.Arch Admission Process
JEE Main scores are used to select students for both programmes. After the JEE Main result is announced, eligible students must register for JoSAA counselling to take part in seat allocation. JoSAA counselling for B.Tech admission is usually conducted in July or August.
NIT Raipur PG Admission 2026
Postgraduate study at NIT Raipur includes M.Tech, M.Sc, MCA, and M.Tech in Applied Geology. Most M.Tech programmes and the MCA programme run for 2 years. M.Tech in Applied Geology is an exception, with a duration of 3 years.
NIT Raipur M.Tech Admission
NIT Raipur provides M.Tech in 10 specializations through full-time regular study. Applicants must have completed B.E. or B.Tech. Selection uses a valid GATE score, and CCMT manages the joint seat-allocation process.
NIT Raipur M.Tech Eligibility and Selection Criteria
- An applicant must hold a GATE score obtained within the previous 3 years.
- The bachelor's degree requirement is 6.5 CGPA or 60% for the general category and 55% for reserved categories. The degree must be from a recognized college.
- CCMT conducts the combined seat-allocation process for M.Tech admission at NIT Raipur.
- Preference is given to applicants who have a GATE score.
How to Apply?
- Complete registration for GATE through its online application form.
- Use the unique ID and password to sign in, then provide details such as the applicant's name, date of birth, mobile number, parents' names, and parents' mobile numbers.
- Upload the photograph, signature, eligibility certificate, and the applicable SC, ST, or PwD category certificate.
- Select the GATE paper or subject and choose the preferred examination cities.
- Pay the application charge and submit the completed form.
- After submitting it, review the application status and keep a printed copy of the form.
Documents Required:
- Degree certificate, provisional certificate, or course completion certificate
- Scanned passport-size photograph of the applicant
- Scanned image of the applicant's signature
- For final-year students, a provisional certificate letter in the format issued by the institute office, dean, registrar, or head of department
- Caste certificate or disability/PwD certificate, when applicable
NIT Raipur M.Sc Admission
M.Sc selection is based on IIT JAM scores. Students who qualify must participate in CCMN counselling for seat allocation.
NIT Raipur MCA Admission
NIT Raipur uses NIMCET scores for MCA admission. Qualified applicants then take part in NIMCET counselling. The MCA programme has a duration of 2 years.
Admission of Students from Outside India
Students from outside India are selected for the applicable postgraduate programmes through the Direct Admission of Students from Abroad, or DASA, process.
NIT Raipur Ph.D. Admission 2026
NIT Raipur conducts full-time Ph.D. programmes in several disciplines. The programme lasts 3 years. Applicants need a master's degree from a reputed university or institute with at least 60% aggregate marks.
NIT Raipur Ph.D. Selection Process
The institute first shortlists applicants through its entrance examination and then conducts a personal interview. Performance in these selection stages determines admission. Applicants with valid GATE, CEED, UGC, or CSIR scores are also eligible for consideration. The institute's official website provides the detailed Ph.D. admission regulations.
NIT Raipur Cutoff
NIT Raipur JEE Main 2025 Cutoff for the General Category
The released JEE Main 2025 cutoff lists Round 1 closing ranks for undergraduate courses. B.Tech Computer Science Engineering closed at 12123, while B.Tech Information Technology closed at 14591.
| Courses | Round 1 (Closing rank) |
| B.Arch | 839 |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 12123 |
| B.Tech Information Technology | 14591 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 17969 |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 23631 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 29821 |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 35946 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 41084 |
| B.Tech Biotechnology | 43061 |
| B.Tech Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | 44142 |
| B.Tech Biomedical Engineering | 46378 |
| B.Tech Mining Engineering | 47246 |
NIT Raipur GATE 2025 Cutoff for the General Category
The Round 1 GATE 2025 cutoff was 565 for M.Tech Information Technology and 489 for M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System.
| Courses | Round 1 (Cutoff marks) |
| M.Tech Information Technology | 565 |
| M.Tech VLSI Design & Embedded System | 489 |
| M.Tech Urban and Regional Planning | 463 |
| M.Tech Industrial Engineering & Management | 414 |
| M.Tech Power System & Control | 367 |
| M.Tech Structural Engineering | 366 |
| M.Tech Energy and Environment | 364 |
| M.Tech Water Resources Development & Irrigation Engineering | 359 |
| M.Tech Medical Devices | 358 |
| M.Tech Machine Design | 352 |
NIT Raipur DASA 2024 Cutoff for the General Category
| Courses | Round 1 (Closing rank) |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 100059 |
| B.Tech Information Technology | 1058834 |
NIT Raipur CSAB Counselling Cutoff 2024 for the General Category
| Courses | Round 1 (Closing rank) | Round 2 (Closing rank) |
| B.Tech Computer Science Engineering | 21482 | 22056 |
| B.Tech Information Technology | 28724 | 29905 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Communication Engineering | 38503 | 38693 |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 55741 | 57677 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 67812 | 68575 |
| B.Tech Chemical Engineering | 75384 | 78296 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 93008 | 100846 |
| B.Tech Metallurgical and Materials Engineering | 94849 | 95247 |
| B.Tech Mining Engineering | 103916 | 107057 |
| B.Tech Biotechnology | 130858 | 150840 |
| B.Tech Biomedical Engineering | 167184 | 208608 |
NIT Raipur Admission Course Fee Structure 2026
The total course-wise fees charged by NIT Raipur are listed below.
| Course | Total Fees |
| B.Tech | INR 5,49,160 |
| B.Arch | INR 6,83,160 |
| M.Tech | INR 1,73,220 |
| M.Sc | INR 63,220 |
| M.Tech (Applied Geology) | INR 2,13,260 |
| MCA | INR 2,53,760 |
| Ph.D. | INR 1,57,160 |
Disclaimer: Subject to revision. Kindly check with the official sources to confirm
NIT Raipur Admission 2026 FAQs
Ques. How does NIT Raipur assign rooms in its hostels?
Ans: NIT Raipur maintains separate hostels for male and female students, along with basic facilities and a mess. Because the number of rooms is limited, allotment depends on merit. Students who do not receive on-campus accommodation generally choose private hostels near the institute. Hostel availability is therefore an important matter during admission.
Ques. Which qualifications and selection stages apply to the NIT Raipur Ph.D. programme?
Ans: The full-time Ph.D. course runs for 3 years. Applicants must hold a master's degree from a reputed university or institute with at least 60% aggregate marks. Admission considers performance in the institute's entrance examination or personal interview. Applicants can consult the Ph.D. admission regulations on the official NIT Raipur website for complete conditions.
Ques. What Seat Acceptance Fee must a student pay after receiving an NIT Raipur seat?
Ans: A student allotted a seat must pay a Seat Acceptance Fee of INR 30,000 under the GEN, OBC, or GEN-EWS category and INR 10,000 under the SC, ST, or PwD category. After payment, the student must upload the required documents and submit the willingness option. This amount is adjusted against the total NIT Raipur fee for programmes such as B.Tech, M.Tech, and MCA.
Ques. Is there a limit on the number of M.Tech programme preferences an applicant may submit?
Ans: Applicants may choose any number of programmes from those for which they qualify. The admission system displays only the options available at NIT Raipur and other institutes according to the applicant's GATE score, academic stream, and degree. This choice-filling process forms part of centralized M.Tech admission and covers the different M.Tech streams offered by NIT Raipur.