About College/University

Dr. B R Ambedkar National Institute of Technology Jalandhar (NIT Jalandhar) is one of India’s well-established National Institutes of Technology and is recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Established in 1987, the institute has a strong academic reputation and consistent performance in engineering education and research.

Located in Jalandhar, Punjab, NIT Jalandhar offers undergraduate, postgraduate and doctoral programmes across engineering, science, management and humanities. The institute is known for its strong core engineering branches, disciplined academic environment, modern infrastructure and reliable placement outcomes, making it a top government engineering college in India.

Courses

✔ B.Tech
✔ Dual Degree (B.Tech + M.Tech)
✔ M.Tech
✔ M.Sc
✔ MBA
✔ Ph.D.

Course Eligibility

B.Tech / Dual Degree
10+2 with PCM
JEE Main qualification
JoSAA counselling

M.Tech
B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline
Valid GATE score

MBA
Bachelor’s degree
CAT score + Interview

Fees

B.Tech: ₹1.5 – ₹2 Lakhs per year
M.Tech / M.Sc: ₹1 – ₹1.5 Lakhs per year
MBA: ₹3 – ₹4 Lakhs (total approx.)

Placement

Average Package: ₹8 – ₹10 LPA
Highest Package: ₹45+ LPA

Top Recruiters:
Google, Microsoft, Amazon, Adobe, Deloitte, Accenture, Infosys, TCS, Wipro, L&T, Tata Group, Reliance, Capgemini, Cognizant, ISRO, PSUs and leading startups.

Admission Process

Entrance Examination (JEE Main / GATE / CAT)
Centralised Counselling (JoSAA / CCMT)
Merit List
Document Verification
Fee Payment & Enrollment

College Highlights

✔ Institute of National Importance
✔ One of the top NITs in North India
✔ Strong core & IT engineering branches
✔ Consistent placement performance
✔ Large residential campus
✔ Strong alumni network

FAQs

Is NIT Jalandhar government or private?
Government of India (Public Institute)

Which exam is required for B.Tech admission?
JEE Main through JoSAA counselling

Does NIT Jalandhar offer MBA?
Yes

Where is NIT Jalandhar located?
Jalandhar, Punjab

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