NITs are the second best choice after IITs for aspirants seeking admission in engineering or technical courses. Wondering how many NITs are in India? Tap here to explore about NITs, their ranking, courses, and more!
About NITs
NITs or National Institutes of Technology are autonomous institutes known for imparting education in engineering and technical disciplines.
Total NITs in India
India currently is home to 31 NITs which have been categorized as autonomous public institutions. Out of 31 NITs, 20 are old while 11 are newly established.
Top 5 NITs As Per NIRF Ranking 2023
NIT Trichy: Rank 10
NIT Rourkela: Rank 16
NIT Surathkal: Rank 21
NIT Warangal: Rank 26
NIT Calicut: Rank 28
Popular BE/BTech Courses in NITs
Civil engineering
Computer science engineering
Chemical engineering
Mechanical engineering
Metallurgical engineering
Entrance Exams for NIT Admission
BTech/BArch: JEE Main
MTech/MSc: GATE
MBA: CAT
MCA: NIMCET
BTech Admission Process in NITs
NITs grants admission to engineering aspirants through JoSAA counselling. Candidates must register and participate in the seat allotment process to secure NIT seats.