NIT Jamshedpur (NIT JSR): Cutoff, Placement, Fees, Courses, Admission 2025, Ranking

Yes, MCA programme at NIT Jamshedpur is a three-year (six-semester) full-time programme. National Institute of Technology Master of Computer Applications Common Entrance Test (NIMCET), which is followed by central counselling is conducted for admission to MCA course. Aspirants who have passed graduation can apply for NIT Jamshedpur MCA programme.

As per the latest report, more than 725 job offers were rolled out by over 260 companies that visited the institute campus. This year, the NIT Jamshedpur witnessed the participation of over 100 first-time recruiters. The the highest and average package offered during NIT Jamshedpur placements in 2024 stood at INR 82 LPA and INR 12.63 LPA, respectively. Check the key highlights of NIT Jamshedpur placements for the Class of 2023 and 2024 in the table below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)	Placement Statistics (2024)
the highest package	INR 83.40 LPA	INR 82 LPA
Average package	INR 15.98 LPA	INR 12.63 LPA
No. of offers	750+	725+
Companies visited	250+	260+
No. of new recruiters	90+	100+
Placement rate	98.87%	93.76%

For last year, the closing rank for BTech in Engineering and Computational Mechanics was 25093, which is very close to this range. This was for the General category under the All India quota. Unless the candidate belongs to some other category or domicile, one cannot afford to score less than this. With this rank, there is a probability of getting admission however since, the cut-offs keep changing year on year, it is advisable to try to score better ranks to increase your chances of getting admission to NIT Jamshedpur.

The 2023 placement statistics for DTU are not released officially yet. The 2022 placement data shows that both NIT Jamshedpur and DTU recorded good placement numbers. The table below compares the 2022 placement statistics of NIT Jamshedpur and DTU:

University/ Institute Name	the highest Package (2022)	Total Offers (2022)
NIT Jamshedpur	INR 83.40 LPA	750+
DTU	- INR 1.80 crore per annum (international) - INR 64.23 LPA (domestic)	2,459

NIT Jamshedpur offers an MCA course that is a three-year (six semesters) full-time course. NIT Jamshedpur MCA admission 2023 is based on candidates performance in the National Institute of Technology Master of Computer Applications Common Entrance Test (NIMCET), followed by a central counselling process. Given below are the minimum eligibility criteria for the course, along with the seat intake and NIT Jamshedpur MCA fee:

Total seats: 115

Total fee: INR 1.4 lakh

Eligibility: Bachelor's degree with 60% aggregate from a recognised university

The percentage requirements listed below are necessary to be eligible for NIMCET: Applicants in the general category need to have passed their qualifying exam with a minimum of 60% of the possible points, or 6.5 on a 10-point scale. A minimum of 60% should have been earned during graduation.

A 5% grade relaxation for candidates who fall under the SC or ST categories. Either at the degree level or at the 10+2 level, you should be learning mathematics. The NIMCET announcement for this academic year is already available.

NIT Jamshedpur accepts JEE Mains scores, followed by JoSSA and CSAB counsellings for admission to the BTech courses. NIT Jamshedpur cutoff 2025 for Round 5 has been released. Considering the Round 5 cutoff, the closing rank was 40903 for BTech in Civil Engineering for the General All India category students. Candidates can refer to the table given below to check out the Round 5 closing ranks for NIT Jamshedpur BTech in Civil Engineering other than the General category: 

The NIMCET 2025 application form has not been released yet. Interested candidates will be able to access the NIMCET 2025 application form on the official website. To appear for the NIMCET 2025 exam, the candidates will have to complete and submit the form. Initially, candidates will be required to register for NIMCET 2025 by providing their personal email ID and mobile number. The process of filling out the NIMCET 2025 application form includes registration, furnishing detailed information, uploading scanned images of the candidate's photo and signature, as well as payment of the application fees. 

{Source: MCA students & alumni}

Here's what current students and alumni think:

Pros:

* Good teaching quality: Most faculty members are helpful, qualified, and knowledgeable.
* Industry-readiness: The course prepares students well for the industry.
* High placement rate: Over 90% of students get placed in reputed companies like Amazon, Amdocs, Nokia, and others.
* Average salary package: The average salary package offered is around INR8 LPA, with the highest being INR29 LPA.
* Infrastructure: The campus has good infrastructure, including Wi-Fi enabled hostels, libraries, and laboratories.
* Festivals and events: The college hosts various cultural and technical fests, including Culfest, Ojass, and Urja.

Cons:

* Course curriculum could improve: While the course is relevant, some students feel that it could benefit from additional hands-on experience.
* Limited availability of resources: Some students mentioned that certain resources, like hardware-related courses, could be improved upon.
* Teaching style could change: Some faculty members use outdated teaching methods, making it essential for students to supplement their learning with self-study.

Overall, MCA at NIT Jamshedpur seems to be a good choice for those interested in pursuing a career in software development and technology. With its strong placement record, good teaching quality, and modern infrastructure, it offers a great foundation for future success. However, students may need to adapt to the existing course curriculum and teaching styles.

{Source: M.Sc. students & alumni}

Here's a summary of the pros and cons of pursuing M.Sc. at NIT Jamshedpur:

Pros:

* Excellent faculty: Faculty members are helpful, and their teaching quality is good. Most professors hold a Post-Doc degree in their respective subjects and are well-qualified.
* Research-oriented curriculum: The course design focuses on preparing students for higher studies (Ph.D.) and research, making it ideal for those interested in pursuing advanced degrees.
* Good infrastructure: The campus offers modern facilities such as air-conditioned classrooms, libraries with Wi-Fi, and single-occupancy hostels with amenities like lifts, Wi-Fi, and furniture.
* Decent placements: Although the placement record might not be exceptional, students receive decent offers from companies like EdTech, Physics Wallah, and others, with average packages ranging from INR6-12 Lacs per annum.
* Festivals and extracurricular activities: The college hosts various festivals and has multiple societies for extracurricular activities, providing opportunities for students to develop their interests outside academics.

Cons:

* Limited industry connections: As mentioned by several students, the college receives mostly educational background companies, and industrial background companies rarely visit the campus.
* No placements in Chemistry department: Unfortunately, the college doesn't seem to focus on recruitment in the Chemistry department, resulting in limited placement opportunities for students in this field.
* High competition: With over 90% of students getting placed from the college, competition for limited slots can be intense.
* Average hostel food: Students reported that the hostel food was not great, especially for North Indians who had to adapt to the local cuisine.

In conclusion, while NIT Jamshedpur's M.Sc. programme has its strengths, such as excellent faculty and infrastructure, it may not be the best fit for everyone due to limitations in industry connections and placements. However, for those interested in pursuing higher studies or research, it could be a suitable option.

Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For the general category under All India, the opening rank was 34823 and the closing rank was 47604. Cut off are different when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even the domicile of the home state. In All India, the opening and closing rank for female candidates was 43422 and 64054. Admission to BTech (Hons) in Civil Engineering at NIT Jamshedpur - National Institute of Technology is based on the scores obtained in the entrance exam JEE. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut-offs.

Yes, the National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur accepts the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE Main) entrance test scores, conducted by the National Testing Agency. NIT Jamshedpur accepts JEE Main score for admission to the BTech course. After qualifying JEE Main, selected aspirants have to participate in JoSAA Counselling. JoSAA allocates seats to candidates based on their rank. In case of vacany, seats are offered through CSAB Counselling.

The authorities have not yet announced the NIMCET MCA 2025 exam date. The NIT MCA Common Entrance Test (NIMCET) is the entrance test that provides admission to the MCA course. The NIMCET 2025 exam date will be announced online at nimcet.admissions.nic.in.

The total tuition fee for National Institute of Technology, Jamshedpur MTech ranges between INR 1.4 lakh and INR 3.2 lakh. This information is sourced from official website/ sanctioning body and is subject to change. Candidates opting for hostel need to pay a separate hostel fee to avail the services. The hostel fee for MTech students is INR 64,000. For a detailed NIT Jamshedpur MTech fee structure, candidates are advised to contact the admission department of the institute.

For 2022 admissions, the cut off was 52952 for General category candidates in All India quota for BTech (Hons) in Metallurgical and Materials Engineering in NIT Jamshedpur. For the female candidates in general category under All India quota, 69621 was the closing rank BTech cut off varies depending on the category and domicile/quota of the applicant. Read about cutoff of NIT Jamshedpur here.

The cutoff trend for B.Tech at NIT Jamshedpur has been decreasing in the recent years. In 2022, the closing rank for B.Tech. under general category for all India quota was 9277. In 2023, it decreased to 9204. Likewise, the cut off ranks have changed from
12006 to 2749 for OBC
45514 to 1734 for SC
460 to 675 for ST
10593 to 1494 for EWS

This trend is likely to continue in the coming years, as the demand for engineering education in India continues to grow. Similar cut off trend can be seen for female candidates under all categories however the ranks are slightly different.

NIT Jamshedpur recorded 93.76% placements in the academic year 2023-2024. The NIT Jamshedpur recorded between 2023 and 2024 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2024)	Placement Statistics (2024)
Placement percentage	98.87%	93.76%

Yes, NIT Jamshedpur offers scholarships to students. The need for financial aid and academic performance are taken into consideration while awarding scholarships by NIT Jamshedpur. Candidates must meet the qualifying requirements in order to be eligible for the scholarship. There are many merit and need-based scholarships provided to students by NIT Jamshedpur. Some of the scholarships awarded to students are:

• Welfare Department, Govt. of Jharkhand
• Foundation for Academic Excellence and Access
• Special Scholarship Scheme for Jammu & Kashmir
• National Handicapped Finance and Development Corporation
• NTPC scholarship for engineering students
• Indian Oil Educational Scholarship Scheme
• CDIF Scholarship Program TATA CUMMINS
• Merit Cum Means Scholarship
• OP Jindal Engineering and Management Scholarships (OPJEMS)
• Post-Matric Scholarships for Students belonging to the Minority Communities
• Scholarship of ONGC Limited, Dehradun.

 NIT Jamshedpur MCA fee is INR 1.4 lakh. The fee mentioned here is the total tuition fee and is taken from an unofficial source. Hence, is indicative. For a detailed NIT Jamshedpur MCA fee structure, candidates are advised to contact the admission department of the institute.

The campus is located on the outskirts of Jamshedpur in an area of 340 acres (approx.). The campus has various facilities to offer students a great environment, some of them are:

Hostel: NIT Jamshedpur has 9 boys hostel and 4 girls hostel. All the hostel has amenities like mess, wi-fi internet facility, guest room and common room with television.

Library: NIT Jamshedpur Library subscribes to a sizeable number of technical, scientific & general periodicals journals & newspapers. The central library has also procured JGATE of NIT Library Consortium resources specifically for research purpose.

NIT Jamshedpur campus also includes Gym facilities, Sports, IT Infrastructure, Cafeteria, Auditorium, Wi-Fi, Convenience Store, Banks, ATM, Laboratories, Guest Room, Waiting Room and Transport Facility. The infrastructure is well maintained and is fully enabled with Wi-Fi and has a lush green campus.