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    Updated on Apr 24 2026, 02:38 PM IST by Nakkal Varsha
    NIT Trichy News and Notifications

    JEE Main Session 2 result has been released on April 20, 2026. 

    NITT QS Subject Ranking 2026 has been released and the college ranked 751-850 in computer science stream.

    Workshop on Introduction to Electromagnetic Metasurface and Modelling will be held from April 27-May 1, 2026. 

    NIT Trichy Summer Internship Programme will be conducted from May 4, 2026 to July 3, 2026. 

    About NIT Trichy

    National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli was formerly known as the Regional Engineering College. NIT Trichy was established in 1964 and is recognised as an Institute of National Importance by the Indian Government under the NITSER Act, 2007. NIT Trichy is known for its research facilities and consistently ranks among the top engineering colleges. 

    • NIT Trichy Ranking 2026: #751-850 in computer science stream by QS Subject Ranking 2026; 731-740 rank band in QS World Ranking 2026.
    • #9 in the Engineering category, 30th overall, 9th in Architecture, 57th in Management by NIT Tiruchirappalli NIRF ranking 2025
    • NITT Recognitions & Accreditations: UGC and AICTE approved; NBA accredited; Recognised as an Institute of National Importance. 
    • B.Tech, B.Arch, M.Tech, MSc, MCA, MA and PhD are courses of NIT Trichy
    • JEE Main and GATE scores are considered for the NIT Trichy admission process
    • BTech CSE cutoff 2025 is 4463 in round 1 for general category students as per the National Institute of Technology Trichy Cut off 2025 released by JOSAA. 
    • NIT Trichy Placements 2025: 738 UG 4-year, 41 UG 5-year, 573 PG 2-year and 82 PG 3-year students got placed during 2024-25. 

    Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria to get admission and should check the NIT Trichy cutoff, which is released by the institute. Some of the popular courses of NIT Trichy include B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc and MCA. B.Tech fee structure in NIT Trichy ranges from Rs 6.30 lakhs. NIT Trichy fee structure is from Rs 1.08 lakhs to Rs 7.88 lakhs. NIT Trichy BTech courses are offered in specialisations including Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering and many more. NIT Trichy fees for a 4-year BTech course is Rs 6.43 lakhs. 

    NIT Trichy admission to B.Tech courses in NIT Tiruchirappalli is offered based on scores obtained in JEE Main, and candidates must participate in JoSAA Counselling. NIT Trichy admission to M.Tech is based on the GATE ranks. MCA admissions in NIT Trichy are based on the score secured in NIMCET, and MBA admissions are considered based on CAT exam scores. 

    NIT Trichy highest package offered to the students was Rs 52.89 lakhs. NIT Trichy CSE average package offered during 2023-24 placements is Rs 27.2 lakhs. Candidates can check the NIT Trichy colleges list to know about their departments.

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    NIT Trichy Ranking Highlights 2026

    NIT Trichy QS subject ranking 2026 has been released, and the college secured its position in the 751-850 rank band in Computer Science stream. NIT Trichy is ranked at the 9th position in the engineering category by NIRF 2025 ranking. This ensures that NIT Trichy is a top educational institution in India. Given below are details of NIT Trichy rankings. 

    NIT Trichy QS Ranking 2026

    National Institute of Technology Trichy secured its position in the 751-850 rank band in QS Subject ranking and 731-740 rank band as per the QS World University ranking 2026. Check the details of NIT Trichy QS ranking 2026 and 2025 below. 

    NIT Trichy QS Subject Ranking 2026

    YearComputer Science Stream
    2026751-850
    2025751-850

    NIT Trichy QS World University Ranking Analysis

    YearRank Band
    2026731-740

    2025

    701-710

    2024

    781-790

    NIT Trichy NIRF Ranking 2025

    National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli has been ranked at the 9th position in Architecture by NIRF ranking 2025. The institute secured 30th position overall and 57th in the management category. Additionally, NIT Trichy placed 31st in the Research. The details of the National Institute of Technology Trichy NIRF ranking in 2025, 2024, 2023 and 2022 are given below.   

    NIT Trichy NIRF Ranking Analysis

    Category20252024

    Overall

    30

    31

    Engineering

    9

    9

    Management

    57

    51

    Architecture

    9

    8

    Research

    33

    31

    Innovation11-50-
    Sustainable Development Goals11-50-

    NIT Trichy Cutoff Highlights 2025 

    National Institute of Technology Trichy cutoff vary from one category to another. Given below are details of the NIT Trichy cutoff 2025 of round 1 for the general category. 

    NIT Trichy JEE Main Cutoff 2025 

    CourseHome State Opening RankHome State Closing Rank
    BArch112276
    B.Tech Chemical Engineering586517196
    B.Tech Civil Engineering1013127257
     B.Tech Computer Science and Engineering5594463
    B.Tech Electrical and Electronics Engineering42099052
    B.Tech Electronics and Communication Engineering22326947
    B.Tech Instrumentation and Control Engineering700112414
    B.Tech Mechanical Engineering900413628
    B.Tech Metallurgical and Materials Engineering1832125473
    B.Tech Production Engineering1376223644

    NIT Trichy Placement Highlights 2026

    According to the NIRF 2026 report, NIT Trichy placed 738 UG 4-year, 41 UG 5-year, 573 PG 2-year and 82 PG 3-year students during 2024-25. Given below are details of NIT Trichy placements in 2025. 

    NIT Trichy Placements 2025

    CourseStudents PlacedMedian Package

    UG 4-year

    738

    Rs 14,01,000

    UG 5-year

    41

    Rs 5,50,000

    PG 2-year

    573

    Rs 9,75,000

    PG 3-year

    82

    Rs 11,79,000

    NIT Trichy Location

    National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli - 620015, Tamil Nadu, India.

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    Commonly Asked Questions

    On NIT Trichy About
    Q: When was NIT Trichy established and what is its significance?
    A:
    NIT Trichy was established in 1964, originally known as the Regional Engineering College. It gained recognition as an Institute of National Importance by the Indian Government under the NITSER Act, 2007. The institute is renowned for its research facilities and consistently ranks among the top engineering colleges in India.
    Q: What are the popular courses offered at NIT Trichy?
    Q: How does the admission process work for different programs at NIT Trichy?
    Q: What is the fee structure for NIT Trichy programs?
    Q: How does NIT Trichy perform in national rankings?

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    NIT Trichy Highlights

    ParameterDescription
    Established1964
    ExamJEE Main, GATE, CAT +1 more
    Courses 10 Degrees and 69 Courses
    Institute TypeInstitute of National Importance
    GenderCo-ed
    Student Count6496
    Faculty Count252
    Campus Size800 acres
    Gender PercentageMale 77% and Female 23%
    Students from Outside the State 77%

    Commonly Asked Questions

    On NIT Trichy Highlights
    Q: When was NIT Tiruchirappalli established, and what does this say about its legacy?
    A:
    National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli was established in 1964. With over five decades of academic excellence, this institution has a rich legacy in technical education, making it one of the older and more established NITs in India.
    Q: What are the key entrance exams for admission to NIT Tiruchirappalli?
    Q: How large is the student body at NIT Tiruchirappalli?
    Q: What is the faculty-to-student ratio at NIT Tiruchirappalli?
    Q: How expansive is the NIT Tiruchirappalli campus?

    NIT Trichy Rankings / Accreditations

    NIRF Ranking

    300 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    Parametric Score Engineering
    TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
    RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
    GO - Graduational Outcomes.
    OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
    PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

    Overall Yearly Trend

    68.14
    73.26
    57.64
    78.69
    64.76
    66.54

    Key takeaways from NIT Trichy's Ranking Statistics

    • NIT Trichy ranks higher than 36 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • NIT Trichy ranks higher than 21 NITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • NIT Trichy rank remains consistent since last year.

    Show me the data for adjacently ranked institutions against

    Female Percentage
    124 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    Parametric Score Management
    TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
    RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
    GO - Graduational Outcomes.
    OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
    PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

    Overall Yearly Trend

    52.47
    54.36
    45.99
    71.61
    60.5
    19.88

    Key takeaways from NIT Trichy's Ranking Statistics

    • NIT Trichy ranks higher than 26 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • NIT Trichy ranks higher than 2 NITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • NIT Trichy dropped by 6 position in 2025 from previous year.

    Show me the data for adjacently ranked institutions against

    Female Percentage
    200 colleges were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    Parametric Score Overall
    TLR - Teaching,Learning ang Resources.
    RPC - Research and Professional Practice.
    GO - Graduational Outcomes.
    OI - Outreach and Inclusivity.
    PERCEPTION - Peer Perception.

    Overall Yearly Trend

    60.05
    59.31
    50.4
    74.23
    66.37
    56.51

    Key takeaways from NIT Trichy's Ranking Statistics

    • NIT Trichy ranks higher than 22 Private colleges which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • NIT Trichy ranks higher than 7 NITs for the year 2025, which were ranked for evaluation purpose.
    • NIT Trichy jumped by 1 position in 2025 from previous year.

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    NIT Trichy Placements

    The Department of Training and Placement carries out NIT Tiruchirappalli placements. The college also conducts a placement drive every year and enables hundreds of students to secure jobs in reputed companies. NIT Trichy Placement Cell holds regular webinars, seminars, workshops, mock interviews, and other events to prepare the students before they appear before recruiters. Check the statistics of NIT Trichy placements below. NIT Trichy NIRF 2026 Placements: UG 4-year students got placed with a median package of Rs 14,01,000, UG 5-year students...

    Domain

    Engineering and Architecture

    Level

    PG

    Year

    2 Years

    Statistics for Academic Year 2023-24

    ParticularsStatistics
    First year total students intake (2022-23)25
    Total students admitted (2022-23)25
    Total Graduated Students (2023-24)25
    Total Placed Students (2023-24)23
    Placement Percentage (2023-24)100%
    Total student gone for higher studies (2023-24)2
    Median Salary (2023-24)6.50 L

    Placement yearly trends

    Placement Percentage
    Source Data NIRF 2025

    Key takeaways from NIT Trichy's Placement Statistics

    • The Placement Percentage of NIT Trichy has decreased by 6.51 %
    • The Median salary of NIT Trichy has increased by 7.69 %
    • The Placement Percentage of NIT Trichy is better than 6 colleges that are ranked higher
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    Commonly Asked Questions

    On NIT Trichy Placement
    Q: What was the highest placement percentage among B.Tech branches at NIT Trichy in 2024?
    A:
    The highest placement percentage among B.Tech branches at NIT Trichy in 2024 was 97.6% for the Electronics and Communication Engineering (ECE) branch, closely followed by Electrical and Electronics Engineering (EEE) at 97.3%.
    Q: What was the highest package offered during NIT Trichy placements 2024?
    Q: How does the placement percentage for UG and PG courses compare at NIT Trichy in 2024?
    Q: What was the average package for CSE students at NIT Trichy in 2024?
    Q: How many students were placed from different course durations according to the NIRF 2025 report?

    Student Diversification at NIT Trichy

    Education Level
    Demographic Representation
    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Courses offered by NIT Trichy

    NIT Trichy Courses and Fees 2026National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli offers courses in full-time, part-time and online modes. NIT Trichy courses are offered in streams like Engineering and Architecture, Computer Application and IT, Management and Business Administration, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences.Some of the courses at NIT Trichy are B.Tech, B.Arch, BSc BEd, M.Tech, MSc, MCA, MA and PhD.Computer Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Electronics Engineering, Civil Engineering, and Chemical Engineering...

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    NIT Trichy Scholarship

    NIT Trichy scholarships include government scholarships, SC/ST Scholarship, Engineering India Limited Scholarships, Central Sector Scheme Scholarship of Top Class Education, Post Matric Scholarships, Avery Dennison Foundation Spirit of Invention Scholarship and other financial support provided by the institute. A number of scholarships are provided by institutes/universities to help students overcome their financial constraints and motivate students to higher studies. Some NIT Trichy scholarships are provided to meritorious students to encourage them. National Institute of Technology, Trichy also provides its students with a number of scholarships. 

    Also see: NIT Trichy Admissions

    NIT Trichy Scholarships 2025

    The details of the National Institute of Technology, Trichy Scholarships, their benefits and eligibility criteria are given below in tabular format. 

    National Institute of Technology, Trichy Scholarships, Benefits and Eligibility Criteria

    ScholarshipBenefitEligibility Criteria

    Engineering India Limited Scholarship

    Rs 3000 per month. during the first, second, third and fourth years of study

    Deserving SC &ST students pursuing

    full-time undergraduate engineering programmes in civil, mechanical, electrical, electronics,

    computer science, industrial, chemical or Instrumentation disciplines.

    Central Sector Scheme Scholarship of Top-Class Education 

    Full tuition fee along with living expenses to the beneficiary of Rs 3000 per month. Books and stationery for Rs. 5000 per student and the latest computer/laptop for up to Rs. 45,000.


    SC students have a total annual family income of up to Rs. 8 lakh and have secured admission in a full-time course on the basis of merit as per the entrance examination list. 

    Post Matric Scholarship for Odisha Government SC and ST students

    The scholarship covers the total cost of course fees maintenance fees and other ancillary expenses related to the candidate’s education.

    Candidates should be permanent residents of Odisha who are continuing their post-matriculation studies in any national-level institute. The annual family income of the candidate should not be more than 2,50,00 p.a

    Avery Dennison

    Foundation Spirit of

    Invention (InvEnt)

    Scholarship

    Program

    Merit-based scholarship

    award of USD 1300

    along with a spirit of Invention workshop

    Candidate should be a citizen of India and should currently be enrolled in the first year of an

    undergraduate program (full-time) at one of the

    Participating institutes

    Abundant Cauvery Delta Education Fund Scholarship

    Rs 75,000 per student p.a.

    Candidate should be a citizen of India and should be a regular student of NIT, Trichy.

    Students studying at this institute can avail of the NIT Trichy scholarship if they meet the eligibility criteria and fulfil all the requirements of the scholarship.

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    Students Receiving Full Tuition Fee Reimbursement

    UG (4 years): 2235/4287
    UG (5 years): 190/298
    PG (2 years): 31/44

    Data Source: NIRF 2025

    Commonly Asked Questions

    On NIT Trichy Scholarship
    Q: What types of scholarships are available at NIT Trichy?
    A:
    NIT Trichy offers a variety of scholarships including government scholarships, SC/ST Scholarships, Engineering India Limited Scholarships, Central Sector Scheme Scholarship of Top Class Education, Post Matric Scholarships, Avery Dennison Foundation Spirit of Invention Scholarship, and other financial support provided by the institute. These scholarships are designed to help students overcome financial constraints and motivate them to pursue higher studies.
    Q: What are the benefits of the Engineering India Limited Scholarship?
    Q: What does the Central Sector Scheme Scholarship of Top-Class Education offer?
    Q: Who is eligible for the Post Matric Scholarship for Odisha Government SC and ST students?
    Q: What is the Avery Dennison Foundation Spirit of Invention (InvEnt) Scholarship Program?

    NIT Trichy Facilities

    National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli provides well-structured and well-maintained facilities to its students and staff members on campus. The top-class amenities provided to the students make the stay in NITT a memorable experience. The presence of modern facilities at NIT Trichy ensures the academic growth of the students comfortably and easily. Some of the NIT Trichy facilities are hostels for both boys and girls with a total capacity of around 5797 students. The NIT Trichy hostels also have the facility of a mess. There is a spac...
    Boys Hostel
    Girls Hostel
    Medical/Hospital
    Library
    Sports
    I.T Infrastructure
    Auditorium
    Guest Room/Waiting Room
    Transport Facility
    Club
    Physical Challenged Student

    Commonly Asked Questions

    On NIT Trichy Facility
    Q: What makes the stay at NIT Tiruchirappalli a memorable experience for students?
    A:
    The stay at NIT Tiruchirappalli becomes a memorable experience for students due to the top-class amenities provided on campus. The institute offers well-structured and well-maintained facilities to both students and staff members. These modern facilities ensure that students can pursue their academic growth comfortably and easily, contributing to an overall positive and lasting impression of their time at NITT.
    Q: How many students can the hostels at NIT Trichy accommodate?
    Q: Are there separate hostel facilities for male and female students at NIT Tiruchirappalli?
    Q: What dining options are available for students residing in NIT Trichy hostels?
    Q: How does the library at NIT Tiruchirappalli cater to students' academic needs?

    Student Reviews for NIT Trichy

    College Infrastructure: 4.2/5
    Academics: 3.9/5
    Placements: 4.3/5
    Value for Money: 3.2/5
    Campus Life: 4.4/5

    Strong academics, infrastructure and vibrant culture

    Verified Review

    College Infrastructure

    National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli has a well-developed and spacious infrastructure, making it one of the top National Institutes in India. The campus spreads over a large area and is well planned, with separate zones for academic buildings, hostels, sports, and faculty residences. Classrooms are equipped with modern teaching aids like projectors, and laboratories are generally well maintained and suitable for practical learning. The central library is extensive and supports both academic and research needs. Hostel facilities are adequate, providing basic amenities such as Wi-Fi and regular maintenance, though many buildings are relatively old and not very modern. Sports infrastructure is strong, with facilities like playgrounds, a gym, and an indoor stadium encouraging extracurricular activities. The institute also offers additional facilities such as a health center, shopping complex, and banking services within the campus, making it self-sufficient. However, some drawbacks include inconsistent internet connectivity in hostels, average mess food quality, and slower infrastructure upgrades due to its government nature. Overall, the infrastructure supports academic growth effectively, even if it lacks luxury or cutting-edge modern design compared to some newer institutions.

    Good experience

    College Infrastructure

    College infrastructure is very good. Huge campus , strong academic facilities and a lot of extra curricular activities. This place is good for exploring not the surrounding but about yourself. Hostels are also very good. Proper clean and spacious.

    Best college for Btech

    College Infrastructure

    NIT Trichy has a large green campus with new academic blocks, modern labs and rich library resources. CSE students have dedicated networking and software labs, hostel and sports facilities make life balanced and comfortable.

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    Hello, with SC rank 11162 in JEE Main, admission to Mechanical Engineering at NIT Trichy depends on category-wise cutoff ranks, home state/other state quota, and JoSAA counselling rounds. Cutoffs change every year based on demand and seat availability, and Mechanical Engineering at NIT Trichy usually closes at relatively lower SC

    Hello Student,

    With your percentile 97.6 with OBC-NCL category geting admission in Mechanical Engineering at NIT Trichy might be difficult. One needs to get a higher percentile. One way you might gain admission in JoSAA or spot Rounds that is if you have a state quota.

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    My jee score 87.9 general category. For getting admission in NIT trichy BE ECE how much score required.

    Hi,

    For NIT Trichy BE ECE admission, the closing rank for General category is around 6,871 which is around 99 percentile. With your percentile, it will be ddifficult to get BE ECE, You can consider other NITs with lower cut off, state government colleges or private colleges.You can check JEE

    NIT Trichy Contact Address

    Address:
    National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli-620015, Tamil Nadu, India

    NIT Trichy Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)

    1: What is NIT Trichy ranking?

    National Institute of Technology Trichy secured its position in the 751-850 rank band in the QS Subject ranking 2026. NIT Trichy is ranked at the 9th position in the engineering category by NIRF 2025 ranking. NIT Trichy has been ranked at the 9th position in Architecture by NIRF ranking 2025. The institute secured 30th position overall and 57th in the management category. NIT Trichy placed 31st in the Research.

    2: Can I get admission to MBA at NIT Trichy? I have not given the CAT exam.

    CAT scores are mandatory for admissions to MBA courses at NIT Trichy. Candidates must have a bachelor's degree with a minimum of 60% marks for National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli MBA admissions. 

    3: What is the admission process in NIT Trichy for M.Sc Chemistry?

    Admissions to M.Sc courses at the National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli are based on JAM scores. After qualifying JAM candidates must attend CCMN counselling and select NIT Trichy as their preferred college. 

    4: What rank is required for NIT Trichy?

    For general category students, 4463 is the closing rank, while for OBC students, the cutoff is 1620. For SC students, the CSE cutoff in round 1 is 713, and for ST students cutoff is 1088 as per the NIT Trichy cutoff 2025.  

    5: Can i get direct admissions in NIT Trichy?

    NIT Trichy offers admissions based on performance in the entrance exam followed by counselling. JEE Main/ CAT/ GATE/NIMCET scores are considered for admissions at NIT Trichy. 

    6: Who is eligible for NIT Trichy MBA?

    Candidates who have passed bachelor's with at least 60% marks are eligible for National Institute of Technology Trichy MBA admissions. Additionally, candidates must also have valid CAT scores for MBA admissions.  

    7: Is NIT Trichy is private or Government?

    The National Institute of Technology (formerly Regional Engineering College) Tiruchirappalli was established in 1964 as a joint venture by the Government of India and the Government of Tamil Nadu and is one of 31 National Institutes of Technology established to produce world-class engineers to meet the nation's growing technological needs. Under the National Institute of Technology Act 2007, NIT-T has been declared an institution of national importance. In 2003, the UGC/AICTE and the Government of India approved the institute becoming a deemed university and renaming it National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli (NIT-T).

    8: Which branch is best in NIT Trichy?

    With the highest placement and cutoff rates at the UG level, the BTech CSE, EEC and EEE branches emerged as the top branch in National Institute of Technology Tiruchirappalli. 

    9: What is the admission process for B.Tech in NIT Trichy?

    Students willing to take admission in B.Tech have to appear for JEE Main and meet the cut-off for that year. Students who clear the entrance exam, will have to appear for an interview.

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