NIT Puducherry: Cutoff, Placement, Fees, Courses, Admission 2025, Ranking

The institute offers insightful supervision in the form of experienced and qualified faculty as well as facilities to shape bright brains into professionally balanced individuals capable of handling challenges from nature, society, and the marketplace. The National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) placed NIT Puducherry 136th among engineering colleges in 2022 [7] and 128th in 2023, indicating a positive trend.

The JoSAA 2024 registration process started on June 10, 2024. There will be five rounds of JoSAA counselling. JoSAA released Rounds 1 and 2 seat allocation results and cutoffs. Knowledge of JoSAA dates 2024 helps candidates keep a check on the major deadlines, like the last date of registration. It is best to regularly check the official JoSAA website for the latest updates and announcements regarding the 2024 counselling schedule. Additionally, the candidates must keep visiting this space for the latest updates related to JoSAA counselling.

The National Institute of Puducherry (NITPY) was established by the Government of India in 2010. NIT Puducherry is one of the top ten new NITs. In addition, it is one among the 31 NITs acknowledged as Institute of National Importance by the Government of India. Talking about the placements, the highest and average package offered during NIT Puducherry BTech placements 2023 stood at INR 20.24 LPA and INR 9.70 LPA, respectively.

NIT Puducherry is a decent choice for BTech aspirants in terms of ranking, placement and ROI. Check below for more facts around the NIT Puducherry BTech course from the perspective of campus students:

 

The top recruiters of NIT Puducherry placements in 2023 included ABB, Ford, Qbit Labs, Genpact, Kaleyra, Mu Sigma, HCL, etc. These recruiters placed students of NIT Puducherry in various domains with handsome packages.

{Source: B.E. / B.Tech students & alumni}

Is BE/BTech at NIT Puducherry a good choice?

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here's what we've summarized:

* Infrastructure: The college is still under development, with some areas lacking proper infrastructure (e.g., sports complex, hostel facilities). However, there are plans for expansion and improvement.
* Facilities: Laboratories are generally considered well-equipped, but libraries could be expanded. Internet connectivity is inconsistent, with Wi-Fi speeds varying across the campus.
* Teaching and curriculum: Professors are often described as helpful and knowledgeable, with a focus on theoretical foundations. However, some students feel that the curriculum could be more industry-oriented.
* Placements: While placements have seen an uptick in recent years, some courses (like CSE) tend to receive better offers. Average salary packages range from INR6-10 Lacs per annum, with some students securing higher figures (up to INR20 lakhs).
* Campus life: Student life is relatively quiet, with fewer extracurricular activities compared to other institutions. Cultural events are occasionally held, but may not attract widespread interest.
* Hostel and food: Accommodation varies between hostels, with Moyar Hostel receiving praise for its amenities. Food quality and quantity can be inconsistent, leading to concerns about health and nutrition.
* Growth prospects: With the implementation of the National Education Policy 2020, the institution is expected to see significant improvements in the coming years.

Here's a summary rating:

* Pros: Helpful professors, expanding infrastructure, growing placements
* Cons: Limited facilities, inconsistent internet connectivity, quieter campus life

Keep in mind that individual experiences may vary depending on factors like department, hostel allocation, and personal preferences. While NIT Puducherry presents some challenges, it may still be a viable option for those seeking a strong educational foundation and career prospects.

The average package offered at NIT Puducherry BTech in 2022 was INR 8.42 LPA. 

The key highlights of NIT Puducherry BTech placements 2023 are mentioned below:

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
No. of offers	173
No. of companies	58
Popular recruiters	Huron, Tech Mahindra, Schlumberger, Samsung, Intellipaat

NIT Puducherry has a good record of placements for its BTech and M.Tech courses. NIT Puducherry is conducting its placements for the Class of 2024. As per the latest report, 32 recruiters participated and placed students in new-age job roles.  In 2023, a total of 58 recruiters participated and offered 47 dream offers and 129 non dream offers to the batch 2023. The highest and average package offered to the BTech batch 2023 was INR 20.24 LPA and INR 9.70 LPA,  respectively. The key highlights of NIT Puducherry placements for the Class of 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package	- INR 24.70 LPA (overall) - INR 20.24 LPA (BTech) - INR 24.70 LPA (MTech)
Average package	- INR 10.13 LPA (overall) - INR 9.70 LPA (BTech) - INR 10.50 LPA (MTech)
Total recruiters	58
Total dream offers	47
No. of non-dream offers	47
No. of students with double offers	6
Placement percentage	BTech: 79.70% MTech: 88.23%
Total students placed	BTech: 155 MTech: 15

The specialisations offered in the M.Tech programme at NIT Puducherry are

• Computer Science and Engineering
• Communication Systems
• Power Electronics
• Design Engineering
• Disaster Resilient Infrastructures

Yes, NIT Puducherry offers B.Tech Civil Engineering course to students. Those students opting for the Civil Engineering field are taught Interface Modeling, Structural Engineering, FRP Composites, Constitutive Modeling of Materials, and others. The research activity of the Engineering department includes both sponsored projects and fundamental research.

SPECIALISATIONS OFFERED in the M.Tech PROGRAMME at NIT PUDUCHERRY 

1. Computer Science and engineering
2. Communication systems
3. Power electronics 
4. Design engineering
5. Disaster resilient infrastructure 

The NIT Puducherry highest package offered during NIT Puducherry placement drive in 2023 stood at INR 24.70 LPA. The course-wise NIT Puducherry highest packages offered in 2023 placements are presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package (overall)	INR 83.60 LPA
Highest package (BTech)	INR 83.60 LPA
Highest package (MTech)	INR 24.70 LPA

The course-wise NIT Puducherry highest package offered between 2022 and 2023 are also presented below: 

Course	Highest Package (2022)	Highest Package (2023)
BTech	INR 42 LPA	INR 20.24 LPA
MTech	INR 14.50 LPA	INR 24.70 LPA

The placements are good for BTech courses at NIT Puducherry. As per the latest report, the participating recruiters placed 155 students of the BTech batch 2023. The the highest and average package offered during NIT Puducherry BTech placements in 2023 was INR 20.24 LPA and INR 9.70 LPA, respectively. Further, the NIT Puducherry CSE average package offered in 2023 stood at INR 13.17 LPA. The key highlights of NIT Puducherry placements for the BTech Class of 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package	INR 20.24 LPA
Average package	INR 9.70 LPA
Placement rate	79.70%
Total students registered	202
Total students placed	155

As per the latest report, the participating recruiters placed 15 students of the MTech batch 2023. The highest and average package offered during NIT Puducherry MTech placements in 2023 was INR 24.70 LPA and INR 10.50 LPA,  respectively. Further, the NIT Puducherry CSE average package offered in 2023 stood at INR 13.17 LPA. The key highlights of NIT Puducherry placements for the M.Tech Class of 2023 are tabulated below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Highest package	INR 24.70 LPA
Average package	INR 10.50 LPA
Placement rate	88.23%
Total students registered	17
Total students placed	15

The NIT Puducherry average package offered during the 2024 placement drive is yet to be released. However, the overall NIT Puducherry average package offered during the 2023 placement drive was INR 10.13 LPA. Further, the NIT Puducherry CSE average package offered in 2023 was INR 13.17 LPA. The course-wise NIT Puducherry average packages offered in 2023 placements are presented below:

Particulars	Placement Statistics (2023)
Average package (overall)	INR 10.13 LPA
Average package (BTech)	INR 9.70 LPA
Average package (MTech)	INR 10.50 LPA

Further, the NIT Puducherry CSE average package offered in 2023 was INR 13.17 LPA. The branch-wise NIT Puducherry average packages offered in 2023 placements are presented below:

Branch	Placement Statistics (2023)
CE	INR 6.70 LPA
CSE	INR 13.17 LPA
ECE	INR 11.33 LPA
EE	INR 7.28 LPA
ME	INR 6.49 LPA

Additionally, the NIT Puducherry average packages offered to BTech and MTech batches have improved between 2022 and 2023. The following graph depicts the comparison seen in the NIT Puducherry average package in the last two years:

The course-wise NIT Puducherry average package offered between 2022 and 2023 are also presented below: 

Course	Average Package (2022)	Average Package (2023)
BTech	INR 8.42 LPA	INR 9.70 LPA
MTech	INR 10 LPA	INR 10.50 LPA

Opening and Closing rank depends on the category and quota of candidates. For JEE Main Round 6 cutoff 2023, the opening rank was 40125 and closing rank was 50701 for the general category candidates under All India quota. Cut off are different when it comes to other categories or female candidates and even domicile of home state. In All India, opening and closing rank for female candidates was 46884 and 54995. Admission to Civil Engineering in NIT Puducherry is based on the scores obtained in the JEE Main entrance exam. Applicants are advised to confirm what category are they applying while checking for cut offs.

The total fee for NIT Puducherry M.Tech courses is a composition of various components such as tuition fees, hotel fees, examination fees, etc. Some of these components are payable once, while others are payable annually. Interested students can refer to the below table to know the breakdown of the total fees:

Fee components	Amount (for 2 years)
Tuition	INR 1.4 Lacs - INR 1.82 lakh
Hostel	INR 1.26 Lacs - INR 1.44 lakh
One-time Payment	INR 3,700 - INR 4,450
Total fee	INR 2.7 Lacs – INR 3.3 lakh

Note: The above-mentioned fee is as per the official sources. However, it is indicative and subject to change.

The NIRF Ranking of NIT Goa is 90 whereas NIT Puducherry falls somewhere between 101 to 150. However, the median package offered by the two institutes does not vary much with a total tuition fee of INR 5 Lacs each. 

The table mentioned below showcases a comparison between BTech in Computer Science and Engineering offered at NIT Goa and NIT Puducherry on the basis of Median package offered and JEE Main closing rank:

Institute	Median Package	JEE Main closing ranks
NIT Goa	INR 8.00 Lakh	Round 9 | Rank 14247
NIT5 Puducherry	INR 7.55 Lakh	Round 9 | Rank 17650

NITs are the best government colleges in India. Both NIT Puducherry and NIT Patna have their own strengths and weaknesses. 

However, based on some factors such as fees, placements, cut-off, reviews, seats, and courses, you can compare them and decide which one suits your preferences better.

NIT Patna has a higher rating (3.9/5) than NIT Puducherry (3.5/5) for the BTech CSE course.

NIT Patna also has a lower fee structure (INR 5.51 lakhs) than NIT Puducherry (INR 6.16 lakhs) for the same course.

NIT Puducherry cutoff 2024 has been released across various specialisations in opening and closing ranks. NIT Puducherry BTech cutoff 2024 ranged between 14359 and 38142 for the General AI category candidates, wherein BTech in CSE is the most competitive course. The easiest BTech specialisation to secure admission in is B.Tech. in Civil Engineering. For a detailed NIT Puducherry branch-wise cutoff 2024, candidates can refer to the table below for the Round 1 cutoff. The cutoff mentioned below is for the General category under the AI Quota.  

Course	2024
B.Tech. in Computer Science and Engineering	14359
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	22136
B.Tech. in Electrical and Electronics Engineering	27116
B.Tech. in Mechanical Engineering	33495
B.Tech. in Civil Engineering	38142