NIT Raipur Admission 2026: Eligibility, Application Process & Dates

Event	Date
JEE Main 2026 Session 1 Result Date	February 12, 2026 (Tentative)
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Registration Ends	February 25, 2026
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Exam Dates	April 2 to 9, 2026 (Tentative)
JEE Main 2026 Session 2 Result Date	April 20, 2026 (Tentative)
GATE 2026 Exam Dates	February 7, 8, 14, 15, 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Exam Date	February 15, 2026
Last Date to Register for MAT 2026 (PBT)	February 23, 2026
MAT 2026 PBT Admit Card Release Date	February 26, 2026
MAT 2026 (PBT) Exam Date	March 1, 2026
Last Date to Register for MAT 2026 (CBT)	March 2, 2026
MAT 2026 CBT Admit Card Release Date	March 5, 2026
MAT 2026 (CBT) Exam Date	March 8, 2026
GATE 2026 Result Date	March 19, 2026
IIT JAM 2026 Result Date	March 20, 2026

NIT Raipur B.Tech Admission 2026

NIT Raipur offers a full-time 4-year BTech course. B.Tech at NIT Raipur is available in 11 specializations including Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Mining Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, and many more. NIT Raipur B.Tech admission is based on JEE Main scores. The eligibility criteria for B.Tech admission at NIT Raipur is a 10+2 qualification with 75% marks (or being in the top 20 percentile of the respective board). NIT Raipur B.Tech fees is approximately INR 5.80 Lakhs to INR 6.00 Lakhs for the entire duration.

More details about NIT Raipur B.Tech are tabulated below:

Particulars	Details
Program Name	B.Tech
Duration	4 Years
Specialisations	Computer Science and Engineering, Information Technology, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, Mining Engineering, Biotechnology, and Biomedical Engineering
Eligibility	10+2 in PCM with 75% marks (65% for SC/ST) or top 20 percentile
Selection Criteria	Valid scores in JEE Main + JoSAA/CSAB Counselling
Counselling	JoSAA / CSAB Counselling
Total Fees	Approx. INR 5.80 Lakhs (may vary based on category/remissions)
How to apply	Applicants must register and appear for JEE Main, followed by the JoSAA/CSAB Counselling process

NIT Raipur M.Tech Admission 2026

NIT Raipur offers a full-time 2-year MTech course. M.Tech at NIT Raipur is available in multiple specializations including VLSI Design & Embedded Systems, Information Technology, Structural Engineering, and Thermal Engineering. NIT Raipur M.Tech admission is primarily based on GATE scores. The eligibility criteria for M.Tech admission at NIT Raipur is that candidates should hold a BE/B.Tech degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA) for General/OBC candidates, and 55% marks (or 6.0 CGPA) for SC/ST/PwD candidates. The total M.Tech fees at NIT Raipur is approximately INR 1,69,000 to INR 2,94,000 for the entire duration, depending on the specialization and category.

More details about NIT Raipur M.Tech are tabulated below:

Particulars	Details
Program Name	M.Tech
Duration	2 years
Specializations	VLSI Design & Embedded Systems, Information Technology, Structural Engineering, Thermal Engineering, Machine Design, Water Resources Development & Irrigation Engineering, Industrial Engineering & Management, Energy and Environment, Chemical Engineering, Applied Geology, and Power System & Control.
Eligibility	BE/B.Tech with 60% Marks (6.5 CGPA); 5% relaxation for SC/ST/PwD.
Selection Criteria	GATE Score + CCMT Counselling
Total Fees	INR 1,69,000 - INR 2,94,000 (Approx. for 2 years)
How to apply	Apply for GATE and register for CCMT (Centralized Counselling for M.Tech) followed by physical reporting at the institute.

NIT Raipur MCA Admission 2026

NIT Raipur offers a full-time 3-year MCA course (though many NITs are transitioning to 2 years, Raipur currently retains the 3-year structure in its curriculum). The program is designed to provide a strong foundation in computer applications and includes advanced subjects like Cloud Computing, Data Science, and Network Security. Unlike the M.Sc. programs, NIT Raipur MCA admission is based on NIMCET scores rather than IIT JAM. The eligibility criteria for MCA admission at NIT Raipur require applicants to have a Bachelor's Degree with 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA) and Mathematics as a subject at the 10+2 or graduation level. NIT Raipur MCA fees are approximately INR 2,10,000 for the full duration of the program.

More details about NIT Raipur MCA are tabulated below:

Particulars	Details
Course Name	MCA (Master of Computer Applications)
Duration	3 Years
Specializations	General Computer Applications (Electives in AI, Data Science, IoT)
Eligibility	Bachelor's Degree with 60% Marks (55% for SC/ST/PwD) + Maths in 10+2/UG
Selection Criteria	NIMCET Scores + NIMCET Counselling
Counselling	NIMCET Centralized Counselling
Total Fees	~INR 2,10,000 (Excluding Hostel & Mess)
How to apply	Candidates with valid NIMCET scores must register and apply via the official NIMCET portal.

NIT Raipur PhD Admission 2026

NIT Raipur offers a full-time and part-time PhD course with a minimum duration of 3 years. PhD programs are offered at NIT Raipur in various disciplines including Engineering, Architecture, Science, and Humanities & Social Sciences. Admission to the PhD program at NIT Raipur is based on an institute-specific written test (objective-type MCQ), followed by a personal interview for those who qualify.

The eligibility criteria require candidates to have a master's degree in a relevant field with a minimum of 60% marks (or 6.5 CGPA). A relaxation of 5% is provided for SC/ST/OBC (NCL) and PwD candidates. Candidates who have qualified for UGC/CSIR (JRF), NET, or are teacher fellowship holders may be exempted from the written test, though appearing for the test is often mandatory to be eligible for the Institute Fellowship. The total fees for the NIT Raipur PhD program are approximately INR 2,06,000 for the academic duration (excluding hostel charges).

More details about the NIT Raipur PhD program are tabulated below:

Particulars	Details
Course Name	PhD
Duration	Minimum 3 Years
Eligibility	Master's Degree (60% marks or 6.5 CGPA); 5% relaxation for reserved categories
Selection Criteria	Written Test (MCQ-based) + Personal Interview
Total Fees	~INR 2,06,000 (Academic fees; varies by category/session)
How to Apply	Candidates can apply online via the official NIT Raipur PhD admission portal during the Autumn and Spring cycles.

NIT Raipur Admission Process 2026

The step-by-step NIT Raipur admission process for the 2026 academic year, covering entrance exams through to campus reporting, is detailed below:

Step 1: Choose Programme & Mode of Admission

NIT Raipur is an Institute of National Importance offering undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral degrees. Admissions are primarily conducted through centralized national-level counseling.

Programme	Admission Modes / Counseling Body
B.Tech / B.Arch	JEE Main → JoSAA / CSAB
M.Tech	GATE → CCMT
M.Sc (Physics, Chemistry, Maths)	IIT JAM → CCMN
MCA	NIMCET → NIMCET Counseling
PhD	GATE / NET / Institute Test → Institute Portal

Step 2: Appear for the Relevant Entrance Exam

Candidates must secure a valid rank or percentile in the following national-level exams:

• UG: JEE Main (conducted by NTA).

• PG: GATE (for M.Tech), IIT JAM (for M.Sc), and NIMCET (for MCA).

  • Note: For 2026, NIT Tiruchirappalli is the coordinating institute for NIMCET.

• PhD: GATE, UGC-NET, CSIR-NET, or the NIT Raipur internal entrance test (for self-sponsored/part-time categories).

Step 3: Register on Counseling or Institute Portal

For most courses, you do not apply to NIT Raipur directly. You must register on the following centralized portals:

• B.Tech / B.Arch: Register on the JoSAA portal. If seats remain vacant after JoSAA, register for CSAB Special Rounds.

• M.Tech / M.Sc: Register on CCMT or CCMN portals respectively.

• MCA: Register on the NIMCET counseling portal.

• PhD: Register directly on the NIT Raipur official website (nitrr.ac.in).

Application Fee (Institutional):

• PhD: Approximately INR 1,200 (OC/OBC/EWS) and INR 600 (SC/ST/PH).

Step 4: Fill Programme / Branch Preferences

• JoSAA/CCMT/CCMN/NIMCET: During the choice-filling phase, you must provide a prioritized list of institutes. To join NIT Raipur, ensure you list "National Institute of Technology, Raipur" and your preferred branches (e.g., Computer Science, IT, Mining, Mechanical) at the top.

• PhD: Select specific research areas or departments (e.g., Applied Geology, Biomedical Engineering) during the institute-level application.

Step 5: Shortlisting & Merit List Preparation

• Centralized Rounds (B.Tech/M.Tech/MCA): Seats are allotted based on All India Rank (AIR). NIT Raipur follows the 50% Home State (HS) quota for candidates from Chhattisgarh and 50% Other State (OS) quota.

• PhD: Shortlisted candidates must appear for a written test followed by a technical interview conducted by the respective Departmental Research Committee (DRC). Candidates with JRF/NET may be exempted from the written test.

Step 6: Seat Allotment & Acceptance

Once a seat is allotted via the counseling portal, you must choose one of the following options:

• Freeze: You are satisfied with the seat and branch at NIT Raipur.

• Float: You accept the seat but wish to be considered for a higher preference in the next round.

• Slide: You accept the seat at NIT Raipur but want a better branch within the same institute.

Step 7: Physical Reporting & Final Admission

After the final counseling round, candidates must report to the NIT Raipur campus (typically in August).

• Balance Fee Payment: Pay the remaining institute fees. First-year B.Tech fees are approximately INR 1,07,800 (for General/OBC with income > 5L) before deducting SAF.

• Document Verification: Submit original documents, including the entrance exam scorecards and certificates.

• Hostel Allotment: Apply for a room. Note that for first-year students, 75% of hostel seats are reserved for Other State candidates, and local/nearby students are given the least preference.

• Hostel Fees: The total hostel and mess advance is approximately INR 54,000 – INR 55,000 per semester.

Documents Required for Admission

• JoSAA/CCMT/NIMCET Provisional Seat Allotment Letter.

• JEE Main / GATE / JAM / NIMCET Scorecard.

• Class 10th & 12th Mark sheets (Proof of DOB).

• Transfer, Character & Migration Certificate from the last attended institute.

• Medical Fitness Certificate (in JoSAA/CCMT format).

• Category Certificate (SC/ST/OBC-NCL/EWS/PwD) issued on or after April 1, 2026.

• Aadhar Card (Student and Parents).

• Income Certificate: Essential for GEN/OBC candidates seeking tuition fee waivers (Income < 1L or 1-5L).