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NIT Puducherry - Admission 2024, Fees, Courses, Placement, Ranking

NIT Puducherry admission 2024 is ongoing. The college offers B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD courses for the students. For admission to the B.Tech programme, the JEE Main session 1 exam is expected to be held by the last week of January 2025 and the JEE Advanced exam is expected to be held on the 3rd week of May 2025; for M.Tech admission, GATE exams will be held on February 1, 2, 15, and 16, 2025. NIT Puducherry fees range from Rs 30,000 to Rs 5,00,000 annually.
LocationPuducherry (Puducherry)
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Highest Package42.5 Lacs
Year of Establishment2009
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Updated on - Dec 07, 2024 11:42 AM IST

NIT Puducherry Latest Updates

November 22, 2024

NTA, the JEE Main Exam conducting authority has released the JEE Main 2025 Application Form correction dates. The JEE Main 2025 Application form correction window will remain open on November 26 and 27, 2024. As per the NTA official notification, the JEE 2025 Main registration for session 1 is available for the students till November 22, 2024, (up to 9 PM). Candidates are advised to fill the JEE Main Application Form 2025 before the deadline.

About NIT Puducherry

NIT Puducherry Btech admission will begin with the registration process of JoSAA starting on June 10, 2024. Following this, the JoSAA cutoff 2024 for NIT Puducherry B.Tech admission is expected to be out in the second week of June 2024. The cutoff will be released in the form of opening and closing ranks.  For NIT Puducherry M.Tech admissions GATE COAP 2024 second round seat allotment has been released for MTech admissions. The last date to accept & freeze, retain & wait or reject & wait was May 22, 2024

National Institute of Technology Puducherry sculpts bright minds into a professionally excellent individual who nurtures the ability to lead the nation towards growth and prosperity. NITPY is located at Karaikal, near river Kaveri. It is located 130 km. away from Puducherry airport and 10 km. from Karaikal railway station. The Institute is one of the ten new NITs in the Union Territory of Puducherry. It has secured the NIRF Engineering Ranking of 136 in the year 2023.

The Government of India established the National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY) on 30 October 2009. The Institute is a part of the 11th five-year plan of the Government. It maintains the best infrastructure facilities and academic environment benchmarks. NIT Puducherry campus prepares students to take up challenges of nature, society, and the professional world. 

The NIT Puducherry courses are technology-oriented such as B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD programmes in various specialisations. Interested candidates can apply for the NIT Puducherry admissions through the official website of the institute. The NIT Puducherry placement cell is working day and night to place the students for their bright professional careers.

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Top Courses at NIT Puducherry

Course NameShort EligibilityFeesApply Now
B.Tech. (Bachelor of Technology)10+2 education with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects, Minimum aggregate score of 75% (65% for SC/ST candidates), Valid score in Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main)₹1,25,000 - 5,00,000
M.Tech. (Master of Technology)Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology, Minimum 60% marks or CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale, Valid GATE score in the relevant discipline, Relaxation in minimum marks requirement for reserved category candidates as per government regulations₹1,40,000
Ph.D. (Doctor of Philosophy)Master's degree in a relevant field, Minimum CGPA of 6.5 on a 10-point scale (or 60% marks) in Master's program, Minimum CGPA of 6.0 on a 10-point scale (or 55% marks) for SC/ST categories, Qualified in a national-level examination such as GATE/UGC-NET/CSIR-NET or equivalent examination₹30,000

NIT Puducherry Courses and Admission 2025

The application fees of Rs. 1000/- (General) or Rs. 500/- (SC/ST/PWD) must be paid through SBI collect. 

Admission to the B.Tech program at the National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY) is based on JEE Main examination; admission to the M.Tech program involves the GATE examination and admission to the Ph.D. involves a written test and interview conducted by the University. 

The admission process at the National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY)is done through JEE Main counseling conducted by Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA).

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₹1,25,000 - 5,00,000Fees
4 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:JEE Main , JEE Advanced +1
Courses OfferedView AllB.Tech Mechanical Engineering , B.tech in Civil Engineering , B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering , B.Tech in Electrical Engineering , B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering
₹1,40,000Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:GATE , CCMT
Courses OfferedView AllM.Tech in Design Engineering , M.Tech Computer Science and Engineering , M.Tech in Computer Science & Engineering , M.Tech in Power Electronics , M.Tech in Communication Systems
₹30,000Fees
2 YearsDuration
RegularStudy Mode
Exams Accepted:IIT JAM , CCMN
Courses OfferedView AllPhd in English , Phd in Chemistry , Phd in Physics , Phd in Mathematics , PhD in Civil Engineering

NIT Puducherry Highlights

NIT Puducherry Placements

The Training and Placement Cell of the NIT Puducherry organises pre-placement training programs in collaboration with industries and research organizations for the students to get awareness and hands-on experience. 

The main objective of the NIT Puducherry placement cell is to -

  • Create an academic environment that will facilitate students to enrich their professional learning and career and advance to their dream job. 
  • Create a platform for the leading recruiters to view the skills and talents of students of the National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY), to make the proper selection among the talent pools. 

Some of the top recruiters of the National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY) are:

  • Samsung
  • Tejas Network
  • 8K Miles
  • Capgemini
  • Snapdeal
  • Ramco
  • IBM
  • ABB
  • Tech Mahindra
  • SAP
  • JSW
  • BYJU’S Learning App
  • Larsen & Toubro
  • Tata Elxsi Ltd.
  • Sapient 
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NIT Puducherry Placement Stats 2022

Average Package
8.42 Lacs
Highest Package
42.5 Lacs

Sector wise placements

2023 Placement comparison with nearby colleges

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NIT Puducherry Cut Off

NIT Puducherry Cutoff 2024 will be released after every round of JoSAA counselling. The National Testing Agency (NTA) has announced JEE Main 2024 Session 2 results with qualifying cutoffs for engineering admissions. The cutoff has been released category wise which can be checked from the table below:

NIT Puducherry Cut Off JEE Mains (2024)

CategoryJEE Main 2024 Cut off
Gen-EWS81.3266412
OBC-NCL79.6757881
PwD0.0018700
Unreserved93.2362181
SC60.0923182
ST46.6975840
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B.Tech

B.Tech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering (Engineering)

NIT Puducherry Reviews

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4 Star Rating
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Hemanth Reddy DadamB.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering | 2027 | Jun 27, 2024 10:28:17
It is a good college with great infrastructure and good hostels too . Food is average and the faculty are okay . Overall you can expect it to be a good time in the college
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Polamreddy Dinesh ReddyB.Tech Computer Science and Engineering | 2024 | Feb 28, 2024 18:08:28
NIT Puducherry is the campus established in 2010 under the ministry of education,Govt of India. The nit puducherry is one among the 31 nits. The campus is spread around 280 acres lush green campus. with all most all facilities available and with the experienced staff and faculty. Although a new campus a fast growing NIT among all.
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Rahul PaulB.Tech Computer Science and Engineering | 2024 | Feb 13, 2024 19:33:01
As not famous as other nits all over the India, Nit puducherry is as better as any other nit. It is constructed in 2013's.surrounded by beaches and nature it is beautiful. It occupies 256 acres of land. A perfect platform for a topper students and also slow learners who can pursue their dream careers in any field. Sports music or even research.
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NIT Puducherry FAQs

Is NIT PUDUCHERRY recognized by the UGC?

Yes, NIT PUDUCHERRY is recognized by the UGC.

What is the NIRF ranking for NIT PUDUCHERRY ?

The NIRF Ranking for NIT PUDUCHERRY are as follows : In 2018 for Engineering : 100 .

When was the college , NIT PUDUCHERRY established ?

NIT PUDUCHERRY was established in the year 2010.

Is NIT PUDUCHERRY a government college?

NIT PUDUCHERRY is Government college.
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NIT Puducherry Rankings 2024

Ranked on the 130th Position among top 100 Engineering Colleges by NIRF Ranking 2020

National Institute of Technology Puducherry (NIT-Py) has been given the "Award of Excellence" by CCI Technology Education Awards 2014. The award was conferred by Gujarat Technological University and Communication Multimedia and Infrastructure Association of India in Karaikal.

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Ranking Publisher NIRF

  • Engineering#97

NIT Puducherry Engineering NIRF Ranking 2024

  • OVERALLCombined scores base on institute performance.
    44.38AVERAGE
  • TLRStrong emphasis on quality education and adequate resources.
    61.77GOOD
  • RPActive engagement in research, high-quality publications, and strong professional collaborations.
    21.98AVERAGE
  • GOGood placement and higher study opportunities for students, high median salary, and admissions into top universities.
    58.16GOOD
  • OIFocus on diversity, inclusivity, and facilities for disadvantaged and physically challenged students.
    66.58GOOD
  • PRPositive perception among employers, research investors, and academic peers.
    9.7AVERAGE

NIT Puducherry Campus Facilities and Infrastructure

Campus Facilities

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campus-facilitiesLibrary
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campus-facilitiesWiFi
campus-facilitiesConference Room
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NIT Puducherry Scholarships

National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY) provides scholarships under various categories for the students. The scholarship provided by the National Institute of Technology, Puducherry (NITPY) is as follows:

  • Sh. Doral Agarwal Meritorious Scholarship -2021 for the physically challenged students.
  • Scholarship for backward class students from TN students studying at NIT.
  • First-year students for National Scholarship Program
  • Directorate of Higher & Technical Education [DHTE] Puducherry Scholarship scheme
  • Scholarship scheme from Swami Dayananda Charitable Education Foundation 
  • Rajarshi Shahu Maharaj Merit Scholarship for SC students from Maharashtra 

The stepwise workflow to register and apply for National Scholarship Program is as follows: 

  • New users should click on "New Registration" in National Scholarship Portal, and existing users must click on the "Login" option.
  • The new registration form will open up on clicking the new registration option. 
  • In the registration form, students need to furnish their details like name, date of birth, mobile number, gender, email id, identification details, state of domicile, scholarship category, banking details, and attach a copy of a bank passbook with having a photograph of the student in pdf format. 
  • At the end of the form, a captcha is to be entered before submission of the form for registration. 
  • On submitting the form by clicking on "Register," a unique application number will be sent to the student's registered mobile number and a password through SMS. 
  • Upon receipt of the Application id and password, students can go to the home page and click "Login to Apply" to access the detailed application form. After successful login, the password can be changed with the help of the One Time Password (OTP) and forwarded to the registered mobile number. The OTP is used for getting over to the Password Reset page. 
  • On successful login, students can access the detailed application form wherein he has to cater all the requisite details provided earlier for registration along with a few additional information. The new required information includes religion, the student's community, whether the student is a single girl child of the parents, whether the student is a day scholar or hosteller, etc. 
  • After the personal details are furnished, the student needs to provide academic details in the portal, which includes the details of 10th standard, 12th standard, and competitive exams or courses appeared by the students. 
  • The last portion of the form covers the student's basic details, including the guardian's name and profession, type of disability, student contact details, etc.
  • Once the form is filled, the student must click on the Save & Continue option followed by the scheme selection to apply for a scholarship and attach relevant documents. 
  • Once all the requisite details are filled in and relevant documents attached, students can opt for the final submission of the form. 
  • There are provisions in the portal for changing bank account details and passwords as and when required.
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Courses Offered at NIT Puducherry

NIT Puducherry offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral level courses. The NIT Puducherry courses included in the curriculum includes the following subjects:

B.Tech courses

  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering

M.Tech courses

  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Communication Systems
  • Power Electronics
  • Design Engineering
  • VLSI Designs

Ph.D. courses

  • Chemistry 
  • Civil Engineering
  • Computer Science & Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • English
  • Mathematics 
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Physics 
PROGRAMME FEES (in Rs)ELIGIBILITY

B.TECH

5 Courses

5.49 Lacs.

[for 4 years]

Candidate must have completed 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as mandatory subjects, with a minimum of 60% marks in 10+2. Selection is based on the ranks of candidates in the JEE Main exam. 

M.TECH

5 Courses

1.61 – 1.64 Lacs

[for 2 years]

60% Marks in Graduation GATE, CCMT 

PhD

9 Courses

3.00 – 3.50 Lacs

[for 5 years]

UGC NET/GATE  
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NIT Puducherry Seat Reservation

Gender Male Female
General 5 3
OBC 0 5
SC 4 1
ST 46 48
Muslim 3 0
PWD 0 0
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Related Questions

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Shikha Kumari •  Aug-02-2023

Dear student, With an SC rank of 42953, you are unlikely to get admission to NIT Puducherry in any of the core branches (CSE, ECE, EEE, ME, CE). However, you may have a chance of getting admission in some of the less popular branches, such as Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or Metallurgy. The closing ranks for SC candidates in NIT Puducherry for the 2022-23 CSE is 12874, ECE is 13240, EEE is 14076, ME is 15938, and so on.  

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Shikha Kumari •  Jul-31-2023

Dear student, With a JEE Mains ST rank of 20,000-21,000, you have a good chance of getting admission to NIT Puducherry. The closing rank for ST category in NIT Puducherry for the B.Tech. Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) branch in 2022 was 18,809. So, you have a good chance of getting admission to this branch. However, the cutoff for other branches may be higher.

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Sanjukta Deka •  Jul-10-2023

Your chances of getting admission to NIT Puducherry with an SC category CRL rank of 42,148 are low. You can also consider applying to other colleges that offer good engineering programmes.

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Shikha Kumari •  May-05-2023

For NIT Puducherry, candidates must have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination from a recognized board. They must have studied Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as core subjects in 10+2 with a minimum of 75% marks (or 7.5 CGPA) in the 10+2 examination. Candidates must have appeared for the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Main.