NIT Durgapur BTech Courses & Fees 2025: Eligibility, Placements, Cutoff, Admission Dates

National Institute of Technology Durgapur offers a four-year full-time BTech course at the undergraduate level. Candidates need to pass Class 12 (Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology as an optional subject) with at least 75% aggregate to apply for BTech programme.

NIT Durgapur BTech Specialisations
Civil Engineering	Chemical Engineering
Computer Science	Electronics and Communication
Electrical Engineering	Metallurgical and Material Engineering
Biotechnology	Mechanical Engineering

BTech is one of the most popular courses amongst students after completing Class 12. Completing BTech from one of the best BTech Colleges in West Bengal, NIT Durgapur students get open to plenty of opportunities in the market. Below are some of the job profiles available after BTech:

Engineering Job Profile	Average Annual Salary (in INR)
Software Engineer	7.7 LPA
Data Scientist	13.4 LPA
Data Analyst	6 LPA
Data Engineer	10.1 LPA
Civil Engineer	4.6 LPA
Chemical Engineer	5.1 LPA
Petroleum Engineer	12.1 LPA
Electrical Engineer	4.4 LPA

Note- The above salary has been taken from external sources, and hence may vary.

Candidates seeking admission to NIT Durgapur must have passed Class 12 (Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/ Biology/ Biotechnology as an optional subject) with a minimum aggregate of 75%. Apart from the minimum percentage required for NIT Durgapur BTech admission, JEE cutoff rank will also be considered for admission. Aspirants must hold the documents proving their eligibility for verification at later stages of admission. During counselling, the certificates of aspirants is evaluated for final admission.

Yes, NIT Durgapur offers BTech + M.Tech (Dual) degree in two specialisations for five years each. Candidates are required to complete Class 12 (Physics and Mathematics as compulsory subjects and Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology as an optional subject) with at least 75% aggregate to apply for the dual degree. Below are BTech + M.Tech specialisations:

• Chemical Engineering
• Biotechnology

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

Is it worth pursuing B.E./B.Tech at NIT Durgapur?

Based on the reviews and feedback from students and alumni, here are some key points to consider:

Placements and Packages:
* Around 85% of students get placed every year, with a the highest package of 70 LPA and an average package ranging from 7-12 LPA.
* Top recruiters include Microsoft, Amazon, Oracle, Bosch, and Bajaj Auto, among others.
* The highest paying companies are often in the software sector, with packages ranging from 30-50 LPA.

Infrastructure and Facilities:
* The campus has well-maintained infrastructure, including state-of-the-art laboratories, classrooms, and recreational facilities.
* The hostel amenities are generally good, with comfortable living spaces and essential facilities.

Academics and Faculty:
* Teachers are well-educated and cooperative, willing to help students with their doubts.
* The course curriculum is relevant and industry-focused, preparing students for real-world applications.
* The semester exams are moderately challenging, with a focus on practical learning.

Campus Life:
* The campus has a vibrant atmosphere, with regular cultural and technical fests, as well as various clubs and societies.
* Students can participate in co-curricular activities, sports, and games, promoting holistic development.

Scholarship Opportunities:
* Various scholarships are available, including SVMCM, NSP, OASIS, and OP Jindal, for deserving students.

Overall, pursuing B.E./B.Tech at NIT Durgapur can be a worthwhile experience, offering a balance of academic rigor, practical training, and extracurricular opportunities. While individual results may vary, the majority of students seem satisfied with their educational journey at NIT Durgapur.

NIT Durgapur was ranked at 43 under the 'Engineering' category by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2023 rankings. BTech is the flagship programme of NIT Durgapur, admission to which is based on JEE Main score. Once BTech is completed, students get to participate in the placement drive. The 2023 placement session concluded with 84.66% of the BTech batch placed. A total of 187 companies visited the campus offering 746 job offers to BTech students. The NIT Durgapur average package for BTech stood at INR 13.62 LPA and the highest package offered was INR 70 LPA.

Check below more facts around NIT Durgapur BTech course from the perspective of campus students:

 

NTA started JEE Mains 2025 session 2 registration on  February 1, 2025. JEE Main application form 2025 session 2 is available online on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in. NTA released the JEE Main application form 2025 session 1 on October 28, 2024. The JEE Main 2025 registration date session 1 was October 28 to November 22, 2024.

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

Success Rate of Placement Cell

* High success rate: Over 70-80% of students get placed every year across all branches, with an average package ranging from INR6 to 8 Lacs per annum.
* Best in class: The placement cell is considered excellent, with reputed companies visiting the campus and offering attractive packages.
* Efficient placement process: The placement cell is proactive, ensuring a smooth recruitment process and providing assistance to students throughout.
* Strong connections: The college has strong ties with the industry, resulting in frequent visits from top companies and a steady flow of job opportunities.

Notable Packages
* the highest package: Up to INR40 Lacs per annum in top companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and JP Morgan & Chase.
* Core company salaries: Starting from INR4.5 Lacs per annum, with some companies offering packages up to INR10 Lacs per annum.

Interim Support
* Internships: Opportunities for internships are available, with some companies offering stipends ranging from INR25,000 to INR1.5 Lacs per month.
* Career guidance: The placement cell provides guidance and support to students throughout their job search journey.

NTA has announced the JEE Main exam date 2025 session 1 and 2. The first session exam will be conducted on January 22, 23, 24, 28 and 29, 2025 (Paper 1), and January 30, 2025 (Paper 2). The second session of JEE Mains will be held from April 1 to 8, 2025. The JEE Main 2025 exam date for sessions 1 and 2 can be checked on the website jeemain.nta.nic.in.  

The institute has not released the specialisation-wise NIT Durgapur highest packages. However, the NIT Durgapur CSE average package has been released. As per the official statistics, the average package 2024 for the BTech CSE branch stood at INR 21.45 LPA. Of all the branches, CSE recorded the highest average package. Further, the overall average package for BTech was INR 7.35 LPA, which was almost 46% lesser in comparison to the average package offered in 2023. 

Some of the leading companies that offered job opportunities during NIT Durgapur placements over the past few years are listed in the table below:

NIT Durgapur Placements: Top Recruiters
Microsoft	Infosys	Wells Fargo
Oracle	PwC	Publicis Sapient
Bosch Limited	Adani Group	Accolite Digital
Bajaj Auto	Berger Paints	HCL Technologies

IIIT Allahabad accpets JEE Main score for admission to the BTech courses. As per the IIIT Allahabad cutoff 2023, the Last Round closing rank for BTech ranged between 5924 and 9558, among which Information Technology was the most competitive specialisation. The Round 1 closing rank for BTech ranged between 4817 and 8428 for BTech. 

So, considering the previous year Round 1 and the Last Round closing ranks, candidates seeking admission to IIIT Allahabad must secure a rank over and above 4800 and 9600 for the General ALL India category candidates. 

Candidates can refer to the table given below to check out the 2023 Last Round closing ranks for IIIT Allahabad to get an idea of the ranks required for all the BTech courses offered at this institute: 

Course	Round 1	Last Round
B.Tech. in Electronics and Communication Engineering	8428	9558
B.Tech. in Information Technology	4817	5924
B.Tech. in Information Technology (Business Informatics)	5162	6587

NIT Durgapur - National Institute of Technology will release 6-8 rounds of JEE Main cutoffs for admission to B.Tech. The cutoffs will be released on a rolling basis, and the seats will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. The cutoffs will be based on the following factors:

• The JEE Main score of the candidate
• The category of the candidate
• The number of seats available in the course
  
  Candidates must visit the official website of entrance exam to read clear instructions on how to proceed with the counselling process, once the round is released.