National Institute of Technology

College Intro: The National Institute of Technology, Hamirpur, is a public engineering college located in Hamirpur, Himachal Pradesh, India. Established in 1986 as a regional engineering college, it was later upgraded to a National Institute of Technology in 2002. The institute offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in engineering, sciences, and architecture. Highlights: NIT Hamirpur is known for its scenic campus, situated in the western Himalayas. It is consistently ranked among the top NITs in India. Academics Courses: The institute offers B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, and Ph.D. programs in various specializations. Duration and mode of each course: All courses are full-time. B.Tech is a 4-year program, M.Tech and MBA are 2-year programs, M.Sc is a 2-year program, and the duration of Ph.D. varies. Admission Process: Admission to B.Tech is based on JEE Main rank, to M.Tech on GATE score, to MBA on CAT/MAT/CMAT score, and to M.Sc on IIT JAM score. Ph.D. admissions are based on written tests and interviews. Fee Structure: The fee structure varies for different courses and can be found on the official website. Availability of scholarships or financial aid: Scholarships are available for SC/ST/OBC students and economically backward students. Recruiters & Placements: Major recruiters include Infosys, L&T, Cognizant, Wipro, and many others. The average placement percentage is around 70%. Facilities: The institute has a well-equipped library, computer center, hostels, sports facilities, and a health center. Notable Alumni: Notable alumni include Rajeev Sharma, Chairman & MD of Power Finance Corporation, and many others. Campus Life and Events: The institute has various technical and cultural clubs. The major annual festival is Nimbus, a technical festival. The content is presented in simple English and in a concise manner, preferably in bullet points.