The National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (NIAMT), formerly known as the National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology (NIFFT), located in Ranchi, Jharkhand, is a premier autonomous engineering institution recognized for its specialization in manufacturing, materials, and mechanical engineering.
Deemed-to-be University Status: Upgraded to a Deemed to be University under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Government of India (notified in February 2024 under Section 3 of the UGC Act).
Centrally Funded Technical Institute (CFTI): Autonomous institute under the Ministry of Education (MoE), Govt. of India, participating in JoSAA/CSAB and CCMT centralized admission processes alongside NITs and IIITs.
UNESCO/UNDP Legacy: Established in 1966 in collaboration with UNESCO and UNDP to serve as a national center for foundry, forge, and advanced manufacturing technology.
AICTE Approval: All undergraduate (B.Tech) and postgraduate (M.Tech) courses are approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE).
2025 Engineering Ranking: Placed in the 201–300 rank band in India.
2023–2024 Engineering Ranking: Ranked in the 151–200 rank band.
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