Nalanda Institute of Technology Admissions 2026-27 Dates, Appilcation Form, Process & Fee

Nalanda Institute of Technology (NIT), located in Chandaka, Khurda (Bhubaneswar region), Orissa, offers professional entrance-based and merit-based admissions to its comprehensive portfolio of undergraduate (B.Tech, BBA, BCA), postgraduate (M.Tech, MBA, MCA, MSc), and Diploma in Engineering programmes for the 2026 academic year. Established in 2006 and affiliated with Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT), Rourkela, NIT Bhubaneswar is approved by the AICTE and UGC.

The institution focuses on entrance evaluations rather than standalone institutional exams. Seats are systematically filled through the centralized electronic portals of the Skill Development and Technical Education Department, Government of Odisha.

Admission Process

Admissions at NIT Bhubaneswar are organized through synchronized state-level e-admission portals, including the Student Academic Management System (SAMS) and the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) system.

• Mandatory Examination Registration: Candidates wishing to join flagship courses must first register for and qualify in corresponding national or state-level entrance exams, such as JEE Main, OJEE, or GATE.

• Online Profile Filling: Prospective students visit the official institutional portal to open an admission file, fill in personal and academic information, enter exam rankings, and submit course preferences.

• Centralized E-Admission & Counseling: In compliance with state mandates, direct or management quota allocations are not permitted; all seats are assigned strictly via centralized e-counseling based on rank. Candidates register for the state choice-filling window (such as OJEE B.Tech Counseling) and list NIT Bhubaneswar as their preferred choice.

• Seat Allotment & Selection: Allotment lists are published over multiple sequential rounds. Shortlisted applicants download an official allocation memo from the portal.

• Verification and Admission Lock: Selected candidates must report to the campus verification desk to submit original papers and settle institutional admission fees to secure their entry.

Eligibility Criteria

NIT Bhubaneswar implements specific academic qualification thresholds and entrance evaluation prerequisites across its study streams:

• Undergraduate Programmes (B.Tech, BBA, BCA):

  • B.Tech (Flagship 4-Year Streams): Applicants require a passing certificate in the Higher Secondary (10+2) or equivalent exam with Physics, Mathematics, and one allied elective (such as Chemistry, Biology, or Information Technology). A minimum aggregate threshold of 45% is mandatory for general applicants, while 40% is required for SC/ST candidates. Selection requires a valid JEE Main or OJEE rank.

  • BBA / BCA (3-Year Tracks): Candidates require a basic passing certificate in the 10+2 standard intermediate board across any stream from a recognized board. Admissions are merit-based.

• Postgraduate Programmes (M.Tech, MBA, MCA, MSc):

  • M.Tech: Candidates require a relevant Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology (B.E. / B.Tech) degree with at least 50% aggregate marks. A valid GATE score is highly preferred; if vacant seats remain, the college may host an institutional evaluation.

  • MBA: Applicants must hold a Bachelor's degree with a minimum score of 50% aggregate (45% for reserved classes). Valid scores from OJEE, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, or CUET PG are accepted.

  • MCA: A Bachelor's degree (such as BCA, BSc Computer Science, or equivalent) with at least 50% marks (45% for reserved categories) is required, combined with a mandatory OJEE qualification rank.

• Diploma in Engineering (3-Year Technical Tracks): Requires a pass in the Class 10th standard board exam. Admissions are merit-based, evaluated on secondary school percentages, and followed by a personal interview.

Important Dates

The schedule parameters for the 2026 academic admission cycle line up with the formal operational timelines of the OJEE Board and national testing dates:

Application Fees

• State Examination Charges: The standard online application fee for registering for the OJEE single-course track stands at INR 1,000. Additional course additions incur a charge of INR 500 per course.

• Institutional Course Fees:

  • The standard annual tuition fee for the flagship B.Tech program ranges between INR 90,000 to INR 1,20,000, bringing the total base program cost to around INR 2,84,000 for the 4-year cycle.

  • Annual fees for the MBA, MCA, and M.Tech postgraduate streams are set at approximately INR 90,000.

  • Non-technical UG tracks like the BBA or BCA average INR 60,000 per year. Three-year structural Diploma courses cost roughly INR 25,800 annually.

• Fee Waivers & Scholarships: Under the state Tuition Fee Waiver (TFW) scheme, up to 5% of the total student intake in each branch is eligible for fee waivers, provided their family income is below INR 8 Lakhs per annum.

Required Documents

During final online reporting and campus document validation, candidates must present their original credentials. Photocopies are retained, while originals are returned after validation:

• Class 10th (Secondary School) Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate.

• Class 12th (Higher Secondary/Intermediate) Mark Sheet and Passing Certificate.

• Consolidated Undergraduate Degree Mark Sheet & Certificate (Mandatory for M.Tech, MBA, MCA paths).

• Valid Entrance Examination Scorecard and Admit Card (JEE Main, OJEE, or GATE).

• Original School/College Leaving Certificate (CLC) or Transfer Certificate.

• Migration Certificate issued by the last attended educational board or university.

• Permanent Caste Certificate (issued by an authorized regional officer, such as a DM, DC, or SDO, for reservation verification).

• Income Certificate (required for candidates seeking benefits under the TFW scheme or state scholarships).

• Valid Government Address and Identity Proof (such as an Aadhaar Card).

• Recent passport-size color photographs.

• Printed copy of the online counseling choice sheet and the fee transaction receipt.