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National Institute Of Technology Silchar (NIT Silchar or NITS) is one of the 31 NITs of India and was established in 1967 as a Regional Engineering College in Silchar. In 2002, it was upgraded to the status of National Institute of Technology and was declared as Institute of National Importance under the National Institutes of Technology Act, 2007.

Key Information

History

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The Regional Engineering College at Silchar (Assam) was founded in 1967 as a joint venture between the Government of India and the State Government of Assam to cater to the country's need for manpower in technology. RECs were jointly operated by the central government and the Assam state government.

The college was conferred with autonomy in financial and administrative matters[when?]. In 2002, the institution was granted Deemed University status and was renamed as the National Institute of Technology, Silchar. In 2007, through the NIT Bill, the Indian government declared the National Institutes of Technology as Institutes of National Importance.[3]

Campus

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The institute is located at 24.75°N, 92.79°E by the Silchar-Hailakandi road, twelve kilometers from the city of Silchar in the state of Assam.

NIT Silchar, Assam

Organisation and administration

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Governance

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NIT Silchar, Assam

Under the constitution of the National Institutes of Technology Act 2007, the President of India is the visitor to the institute. The authorities of the institute are the board of governors and the Senate. The board is headed by the chairperson, who is appointed by the visitor. The director, who is appointed by the visitor, looks after the day-to-day running of the institute. The board of governors has nominees of the Central Government, the State Government, the NIT Council and the Institute Senate.[4][5] NIT Silchar is the Mentor Institute of NIT Nagaland.[6] Prof. Dilip Kumar Baidya currently serves as the director of the National Institute of Technology, Silchar. Concurrently, the position of dean of research & consultancy is held by Srimanta Baishya.

Notable visitors

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Each year, the institute hosts a series of esteemed guests from diverse fields for a range of events, including invited lectures, convocation ceremonies, and other special engagements. Notable figures from past events include:[7]

A P J Abdul Kalam, Ramesh Pokhriyal, Dharmendra Pradhan, Onir, Anupam Roy, Badal Sircar, Rituparno Ghosh, Ipsita Biswas, Siddhartha Paul Tiwari, Rajat K Baisya, Syed Samsuddin Ahmed.[8][9]

Departments

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Engineering departments

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Non-engineering departments

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Academics

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NIT Silchar offers undergraduate and graduate programs in Engineering, Science and Humanities with 11 departments. The annual intake for the B.Tech. program is more than 632 (632 as of 2015). The institute also offers different post graduation programs in Engineering, Science and Management. The institute also has a Kendriya Vidyalaya school up to Class XII.[11] Now, the Kendriya Vidyalaya has got its own campus inside the institute. The institute has its own kids school near to computer science building.

Undergraduate programs

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The institute awards B.Tech. degrees in all six disciplines under the engineering departments.[12] Admission to these programs is through the JEE-Main. NITS follows the Reservation Policy declared by the Supreme Court of India, by which 27% of seats are reserved for Other Backward Classes (OBCs), 15% for Scheduled Castes (SCs), and 7.5% for Scheduled Tribes (STs).

The institute also accepts foreign nationals through scholarships awarded by the Government of India, and Non-Resident Indians through an independent scheme known as Direct Admission for Students Abroad (DASA).[13]

In the four-year program of B.Tech, the first year instruction is common across all disciplines, in which students are taught the basic courses in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Professional communication, Basics of Computer Programming, Basic Engineering Drawing, and Basic Mechanical Workshop.

Postgraduate programs

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The institute offers M.Tech. and M.Sc. degrees in various disciplines.[12] The institute also offers MBA degree in Human Resource, Marketing and Finance. Every department offers the Ph.D. program, with the departments of computer science, management studies, humanities and social sciences, chemistry, and physics enrolling approximately 100 Ph.D. students annually.[14][15]

Faculty Quarters at NIT Silchar, Assam

Rankings and Reputation

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University rankings
General – international
Times (World) (2023)[16]600-800
General – India
NIRF (Overall) (2022)[17]76
NIRF (Overall) (2023)[18]83
NIRF (Overall) (2024)[19]92
Engineering – India
NIRF (2022)[20]38
NIRF (2023)[21]40
NIRF (2024)[22]40

NIT Silchar was ranked 40th among all engineering colleges in India by the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) in 2023 and 2024,[23][24] and is ranked as the 8th best NIT amongst the 31 NITs across the country. The Times Higher Education World University Ranking ranked National Institute of Technology Silchar 600-800 in 2023 rankings.[25]

Admissions

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Students are admitted for the undergraduate courses through the JEE-Main conducted by National Testing Agency (NTA). Admission to the M.Tech and PhD courses are primarily based on scores in the GATE exam, conducted by the IITs. Faculty from other institutes work as research scholars under Quality Improvement Program (QIP).[26]

Awards

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  • The ABP News National Education Awards has decided to honour NIT Silchar, with the Outstanding Engineering Institute, East India.[27]
  • NIT Silchar has been given the award of best engineering college in eastern India by ASSOCHAM in the National Education Excellence Awards 2014 and 2015.[28][29]

Research

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The institute has received funding in a number of international and domestic research projects with academia and industry in the past few years. Faculty from the institute have received 4 international projects in 2019 under the SPARC program of MHRD [30] with University of Saarland, Germany, Dalhousie University, Canada, Queen's University, Canada and Goldsmiths, University of London, United Kingdom. The institute has also received projects with universities in France [31] and Finland.[32] There are ongoing research projects with SERB, DST, DIT, MNRE, CSIR, BRNS, BARC, UGC, AICTE, MeitY, CPRI, under Govt. of India.[33]

The institute has contributed over 4,000 papers to Scopus and has garnered in excess of 30,000 citations from Scopus on a global scale.[34]

From 2018 to 2022, the institute received international recognition with over 100 patents. The computer science department accounted for 42 of these patents. These innovations contributed to the institute, generating $39 million in revenue.[35]

Student life

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Technical and Cultural fests

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The annual technical and management festival of NIT Silchar, Tecnoesis,[36] is held every year in the month of October. Each year, the festival follows a specific theme. It comprises various events like competitions, exhibits, coding rounds, hackathons, robotic events and talks from guest speakers from all over India.

The annual cultural fest of Incandescence, is held every year in the month of February. Various artists, singers, celebs are invited from all over the country. It also comprises the Gliterati, the annual fashion show of NITS and ThunderMarch, a metal concert.[37]

Papon (singer) in 2014 Fest

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The National Institute of Technology, Silchar (NIT Silchar) is an autonomous public technical and research university located in Silchar, Assam, India, designated as an Institute of National Importance under the National Institutes of Technology Act, 2007. Established in 1967 as the Regional Engineering College, Silchar, it began undergraduate academic programs in civil, mechanical, and electrical engineering in November 1977 with an initial intake of 60 students, later expanding to include additional disciplines such as electronics and telecommunication in 1983, computer science in 1987, and electronics and instrumentation in 2009. Upgraded to full NIT status with deemed university autonomy on June 28, 2002, and centrally funded thereafter, the institute now offers a range of bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs in engineering, sciences, and management, with admissions to its flagship B.Tech courses determined through the Joint Entrance Examination (Main). As one of India's 31 National Institutes of Technology, NIT Silchar emphasizes technical education and research innovation, though its National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) position in engineering declined to 50th in 2025 from higher placements in prior years, reflecting challenges in parameters like research output and perception. The institute has faced notable controversies, including disciplinary actions against students for violence and ragging incidents, as well as recent suspensions of foreign students from Bangladesh amid allegations of campus fights, possession of narcotics and weapons, and anti-India social media activity, prompting scrutiny of administrative oversight and security protocols. These events underscore ongoing efforts to maintain campus discipline while fostering a conducive environment for over 3,000 students across its programs.

History

Founding and Initial Development (1967–2001)

The Regional Engineering College (REC) Silchar was established on February 20, 1967, as the 15th such institution in under the country's policy to expand quality technical education, with formal registration of its society the following day (RS/108 of 1966-67). It operated as a joint initiative of the and the , initially functioning from a temporary camp office in , , under Principal Dr. S. K. Baruah and with Prof. B. R. Seth as Chairman of the Board of Governors. In parallel, the Assam government acquired 540 acres of land near for the permanent campus, marking the foundational steps toward infrastructure development in the northeastern region. Academic activities commenced on November 2, 1977, with the admission of 60 students into (B.E.) programs in Civil, Mechanical, and , affiliated with . Initial operations relied on modest facilities, including a partially constructed , two Assam-type buildings for classrooms, a workshop, seven faculty quarters, and limited staff accommodations, supported by just four full-time faculty members under Principal Dr. H. R. Chablani. This phased rollout reflected the logistical challenges of establishing a technical institute in a remote area, prioritizing core disciplines to address regional industrial and infrastructural needs. The first cohort of B.E. students received their degrees in the 1982–83 , signifying the completion of the initial four-year cycle. Program expansion followed, with the introduction of B.E. in Electronics and Telecommunication Engineering in 1983 and B.E. in in 1987, broadening the curriculum to include emerging fields. Affiliation shifted to in 1994, aligning with local administrative changes and enhancing regional integration, while the institution continued to grow its faculty and student intake amid ongoing campus construction through the late 1990s and into 2001.

Upgrade to NIT Status and Modern Expansion (2002–Present)

In 2002, Regional Engineering College Silchar was upgraded to the status of National Institute of Technology, Silchar (NIT Silchar), with deemed university status effective from 28 June, following recommendations in a report by Prof. S. K. Joshi. The institute's name was formally changed to the National Institute of Technology Silchar Society on 10 January 2002, and it was taken over by the Government of India as a fully funded central autonomous institution. This transition aligned NIT Silchar with the national network of NITs, modeled after the Indian Institutes of Technology, enabling enhanced funding, autonomy, and alignment with national engineering education standards. Under the National Institutes of Technology Act of 2007, notified on 5 June 2007, it was declared an Institute of National Importance, granting it greater administrative and academic independence. Post-upgrade, NIT Silchar expanded its academic offerings to include postgraduate and doctoral programs, starting with MTech and PhD admissions in 2004, followed by an MBA program in the same year and MSc programs in 2009. The undergraduate curriculum was remodeled to emphasize core engineering principles and orientation, mirroring IIT standards, while the institute began awarding its own degrees from 2002, with the first held on 16 February 2004. The first statutes governing its operations were notified on 24 April 2009, formalizing governance structures. Enrollment grew significantly, supported by central funding, leading to increased intake in engineering disciplines and diversification into applied sciences. Infrastructure development accelerated after , with the expanding to approximately 625 acres equipped with modern facilities amid natural surroundings. Key projects included the expansion of the administrative building, vertical extension of the department, construction of Hostel No. 7, and new buildings for , Central Computer Centre, and Electronics and Communication Engineering by the late 2000s. These enhancements addressed growing student and faculty needs, improving research labs, hostels, and academic blocks. By the , further investments supported technological upgrades, including resources and specialized centers, contributing to NIT Silchar's ranking as 9th among 31 NITs and 2nd in (after ) in assessments around 2020. In recent years, NIT Silchar has focused on output and industry collaboration, achieving NIRF rankings of 40th in and 92nd overall, alongside a QS University Ranking band of 401-450 as of 2023. Faculty and student achievements include contributions to journals, patents, and national awards, with emphasis on areas like and AI, though growth has been constrained by regional challenges such as location in . Placement records reflect expansion, with median salaries rising due to expanded corporate ties, underscoring the institute's evolution into a key technical hub in .

Campus and Infrastructure

Location and Physical Layout

The National Institute of Technology, (NIT Silchar) is situated in , the headquarters of in , , at NIT Road, Fakiratilla. The campus lies approximately 9 kilometers from and is accessible by buses, auto-rickshaws, and taxis from the town center. It occupies a strategic position in the region, bordered by the state of to the south and to the southwest. The campus spans 540 acres of undulating terrain, featuring natural lakes and set amidst tea estates and hillocks that provide a serene environment conducive to academic pursuits. This topography contributes to a sprawling layout organized into functional zones, including academic, residential, and administrative areas, with expansive green spaces and pathways connecting various facilities. Key structures encompass the central administrative building (1,876 square meters), academic departments, student hostels, faculty quarters, a sports complex, and a central , all integrated within the hilly to optimize space and . Infrastructure development has emphasized self-sufficiency, with internal roads, systems, and grids supporting the dispersed layout. The design accommodates expansion, as evidenced by ongoing constructions for new hostels and laboratories, while preserving the natural contours that define the site's aesthetic and ecological balance.

Facilities and Amenities

The National Institute of Technology, Silchar maintains a range of facilities to support student and faculty needs, including residential hostels, health services, sports infrastructure, and a central . The spans approximately 650 acres of lush greenery with lakes, contributing to a conducive environment for academic and extracurricular activities. Residential facilities consist of ten hostels—seven for boys and three for girls—accommodating up to 2,500 students in single, double, or triple occupancy rooms. Each hostel features connectivity, common rooms equipped for indoor games, 24-hour water supply, and electricity with backup generators. Security measures include round-the-clock personnel and . Mess facilities operate centrally with options for vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, managed by student committees to ensure hygienic and varied catering. Recent expansions include ongoing construction of additional boys' and postgraduate hostels to meet growing enrollment demands. The central , established in 1977 and housed in the Learning-Teaching-Technology building, holds a collection of around 97,000 documents, functioning as a hybrid facility with (OPAC) available campus-wide. It operates from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. daily, with extended evening hours until 9:00 p.m. for study purposes, requiring student ID access. An Adarsh section provides air-conditioned, solar-powered spaces with biometric entry and constant monitoring. The library building covers 975 square meters, supporting academic research through digital and print resources. Health services are provided through an on-campus health centre staffed by a senior medical officer and qualified personnel, offering 24-hour including , , and dental treatments. Facilities encompass casualty services, a , (OPD), and availability for emergencies, with referrals to Medical College for serious cases. Sports and recreational amenities include outdoor fields for , football, and hockey; a 400-meter athletics track; and courts for , , and . Indoor options feature a gymnasium with courts, tables, and a multi-purpose hall supporting activities like , chess, , shuttle badminton, , and kho-kho. Equipment is maintained for student use, with regular inter-college tournaments and training sessions organized. A dedicated and multi-sport complex further promote . The institute serves visiting academics, alumni, and officials, featuring comfortable accommodations amid green lawns and horticultural surroundings. Institute transport includes free bus and van services for student conveyance, supplemented by external options like auto-rickshaws from (10 km away) or airport (35 km). Additional amenities encompass canteens, , and laboratories integrated into academic buildings.

Organization and Administration

Governance and Regulatory Framework

The National Institute of Technology, Silchar (NIT Silchar) functions as an autonomous public technical university designated as an Institution of National Importance under the National Institutes of Technology, Science Education and Research Act, 2007, which provides the statutory framework for its operations, governance, and academic autonomy while ensuring alignment with national educational policies. This Act, effective from August 15, 2007, empowers NITs to award degrees, conduct research, and manage finances independently, subject to oversight by the Ministry of Education (formerly Human Resource Development), Government of India. Prior to this, NIT Silchar operated under the broader regional engineering college model until its upgrade in 2002, transitioning fully to the centralized NIT framework for uniform standards across all 31 NITs. The primary governing body is the Board of Governors (), responsible for strategic oversight, financial approvals, appointments, and policy implementation, chaired by an appointee of the Visitor—the —and comprising the Director as ex-officio member-secretary, along with nominees from the central government, state government (), NIT Council, and the institute's . Current BoG members include representatives such as the Joint Secretary (NIT) from the Ministry of Education and the Joint Secretary & Financial Advisor, ensuring fiscal and administrative accountability. The BoG meets periodically, as evidenced by its 94th meeting held via circulation on November 14, 2022, to deliberate on institutional matters. Academic governance is handled by the , which regulates curricula, examinations, and faculty matters, maintaining operational independence within the BoG's directives. The Director, appointed by the , serves as the , overseeing day-to-day administration; Prof. has held this position since assuming duties as Director. At the national level, the NIT Council coordinates uniformity, including fee structures and , reporting to the Ministry of Education to prevent disparate standards across institutes. Regulatory compliance includes adherence to University Grants Commission norms for funding and the All India Council for Technical Education for program approvals, though as an Institution of National Importance, NIT Silchar enjoys exemptions from certain state-level regulations.

Leadership and Administrative Roles

The Director of the National Institute of Technology, Silchar (NIT Silchar) serves as the , responsible for overall administration, academic oversight, and implementation of policies set by the Board of Governors. , a in the Department of , assumed the role in May 2023. Prior to this, he held positions including Head of the Department of at . The Board of Governors () provides statutory oversight, comprising the Director as chairperson, nominees from the Ministry of Education, representatives from industry and alumni, and other members as per NIT statutes. Current members include Ms. Saumya Gupta and Sri Sanjog Kapoor, alongside the Director and Registrar. The approves budgets, infrastructure development, and major academic decisions, ensuring alignment with national higher education policies under the NIT . Academic and administrative functions are managed through deans heading key portfolios. Prof. Lalit Chandra Saikia serves as Dean (Academics), overseeing undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, , and examination processes, supported by associate deans such as Dr. Rupak Dutta. Other deans include Prof. Ashim Kanti Dey (possibly Faculty Affairs), Prof. Fazal A. Talukdar ( and Consultancy), Prof. Parthasarathi Choudhury ( and Development), and Prof. Rabul Hussain Laskar (Students' Welfare), each handling specialized areas like faculty recruitment, research initiatives, infrastructure projects, and . The Registrar, currently Prof. Asim Roy in an interim capacity, acts as the administrative head, managing personnel, , , and legal affairs, while serving as secretary to the and . The Registrar coordinates with deputy and assistant registrars across sections like establishment, academics, and accounts to ensure operational efficiency. Department heads, elected or appointed from faculty, lead individual engineering and departments, contributing to decentralized in and .

Academic Departments

Engineering Disciplines

The disciplines at the National Institute of Technology, Silchar, are organized into six core departments offering four-year B.Tech programs, alongside M.Tech and Ph.D. degrees in specialized subfields, emphasizing foundational principles, practical training, and in areas such as sustainable , , and computational systems. These programs integrate compulsory industrial training of 6-8 weeks after the sixth semester to bridge academic learning with real-world applications. Civil Engineering
The Department of Civil Engineering, initiated in 1977, provides B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. programs covering , , , and management, with curricula designed to address regional challenges like seismic resilience in . The department maintains advanced facilities for , , and materials testing to support hands-on experimentation. Mechanical Engineering
Established in 1967 with academic operations commencing in 1977, the Mechanical Engineering department offers B.Tech degrees alongside M.Tech specializations in , Design and , Materials and Technology, CAD-CAM and Automation, and , focusing on , , and processes. It equips students with 24/7 access to laboratories for fabrication, , and CAD simulation, fostering innovation in energy-efficient systems. Electrical Engineering
The Electrical Engineering department delivers B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. programs emphasizing power systems, , and electrical machines, with an emphasis on integration and technologies relevant to India's electrification goals. Electronics and Communication Engineering
This department offers a four-year B.Tech program and M.Tech in Microelectronics and VLSI Design, alongside Ph.D. research, concentrating on , embedded systems, and wireless communications, supported by facilities for RF testing and VLSI fabrication simulation. Computer Science and Engineering
The department provides B.Tech, M.Tech, and Ph.D. programs aimed at developing expertise in algorithms, , , and , with infrastructure including blade servers for and cybersecurity research. Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering
Founded in 2008, the department offers B.Tech and M.Tech programs in areas like biomedical and process control, Ph.D. opportunities, and focuses on sensor technologies, , and IoT applications, utilizing labs for control systems and embedded hardware prototyping.

Non-Engineering Disciplines

The non-engineering disciplines at the National Institute of Technology, Silchar, comprise five departments dedicated to basic sciences, , and , which deliver foundational courses to undergraduate engineering students while pursuing advanced and select postgraduate offerings. These departments emphasize interdisciplinary support for technical education, with programs in applied sciences and social sciences that align with the institute's focus. Ph.D. opportunities are available across all, typically through regular, sponsored, or part-time modes, admitting candidates year-round based on qualifications and institute criteria. Department of Chemistry: Established to support engineering curricula, this department provides essential chemistry theory and laboratory instruction to B.Tech students, alongside specialized M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in chemistry. It emphasizes basic and applied research areas, having graduated 60 M.Sc. students and 9 Ph.D. recipients in recent years prior to 2020, with ongoing enrollment of approximately 19 M.Sc. and 38 Ph.D. scholars. Admissions to the M.Sc. program occur via national exams like IIT JAM, with annual fees around ₹39,500. Department of Physics: The department offers M.Sc. in Physics and Ph.D. programs in both experimental and , serving as a core support for courses at the undergraduate level. It maintains research facilities for advanced studies, with faculty expertise spanning , , and . Postgraduate admissions follow centralized counseling processes, and the curriculum includes engineering-oriented electives to bridge basic science with technology applications. Department of Mathematics: Focused on mathematical foundations for engineering, this department delivers compulsory courses to first-year B.Tech students and offers M.Sc. and Ph.D. programs in . Research areas include optimization, , and , with program educational objectives aimed at preparing graduates for academia, , or industry roles requiring quantitative expertise. The M.Sc. emphasizes theoretical and computational skills, supporting the institute's broader technical programs. Department of Humanities and Social Sciences: Operating as an interdisciplinary unit, this department covers , , , , and social sciences, providing mandatory communication and humanities electives to engineering undergraduates. It pursues Ph.D. research in areas such as , , , and , fostering a "humane touch" to technological education without standalone master's degrees. Faculty-led initiatives include workshops on research methodology, enhancing and ethical perspectives for technical students. Department of Management Studies: Founded in 2012, this department operates as the institute's management arm without constituting a dedicated business school, integrating with technology and offering a two-year MBA program alongside Ph.D. opportunities to develop skills for professionals. The curriculum blends core subjects with electives in operations, , and , admitting students via exams like or CMAT. Management education and placements remain secondary to the core engineering disciplines. It aims to produce managers capable of handling techno-economic challenges in industry.

Academics

Undergraduate Education

The undergraduate programs at the National Institute of Technology, Silchar consist of (B.Tech.) degrees offered across six engineering disciplines: , , , Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Instrumentation Engineering, and . Each B.Tech. program has a duration of four years, structured into eight semesters, with admissions to the first semester coordinated through the (JoSAA) based on JEE Main ranks. The curriculum employs a credit-based system incorporating lecture-tutorial-practical (L-T-P) components, where one hour of lecture or equates to two credits and one hour of practical work to one credit. Students must complete compulsory industrial lasting 6-8 weeks following the sixth semester, which is assessed during the seventh semester, alongside a major project carrying 15-20 . Non-credit extra-academic activities, including (NSS), National Cadet Corps (NCC), and , are mandated in the first and second years to foster holistic development. Course structures emphasize foundational sciences and engineering fundamentals in the initial semesters, transitioning to specialized discipline-specific coursework, laboratories, and electives; detailed syllabi for semesters one through three (applicable to the 2018-19 entry batch and onward) are available on the institute's academic portal. This framework aligns with the regulatory standards of the National Institutes of Technology, promoting technical proficiency through rigorous theoretical and hands-on training.

Postgraduate and Doctoral Programs

NIT Silchar offers Master of Technology (M.Tech.) programs across its engineering departments, including specializations in , , , , Microelectronics and VLSI Design, CAD/CAM Automation, , and Materials and Manufacturing Technology. The Department of Mechanical Engineering provides M.Tech. degrees in five contemporary specializations focused on , design, manufacturing, and related fields. These two-year programs consist of coursework in theory and laboratory subjects during the first two semesters, followed by dissertation or project work in the third and fourth semesters, with evaluation through continuous assessment including exams, seminars, and vivas. Postgraduate admissions for M.Tech. are conducted through the Centralized Counselling for M.Tech. (CCMT) based on (GATE) scores, with eligibility requiring a in a relevant field and a minimum aggregate of 60% or equivalent. M.Sc. programs are available in applied sciences such as , physics, and chemistry, structured with courses across all semesters and a project in the final semester. An MBA program is offered through the Department of Management Studies, which provides management education within the institute without a dedicated business school; placements for MBA graduates are secondary to the primary emphasis on engineering disciplines. The program incorporates , a compulsory summer after the second semester, and a final project. Doctoral programs at NIT Silchar include Ph.D. degrees in engineering disciplines (e.g., civil, mechanical, electrical, , ), basic sciences (physics, chemistry, ), humanities and social sciences, and management studies, available through all departments with areas aligned to faculty expertise such as , , and . The programs emphasize original contributing to publications in peer-reviewed journals and conferences, with a typical duration of 3-5 years for full-time candidates. Eligibility requires a with a minimum CPI of 6.5/10 (or 6.0/10 for ) and qualifying national tests like , , or institute-specific exams; admissions occur twice yearly (/May and /October) via applications, written tests, and interviews, supporting full-time, part-time, sponsored, and project staff categories. Special schemes like the Visvesvaraya Ph.D. Program provide fellowships for and IT-related .

Admission Procedures

Admissions to the (B.Tech.) programs at the National Institute of Technology, Silchar are conducted through the (JoSAA), which allocates seats based on candidates' All India Ranks obtained in the JEE Main examination administered by the (NTA). Candidates must meet the eligibility criteria, including securing at least 75% aggregate marks in Class 12 or being in the top 20 of their respective board, with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics as compulsory subjects. The process involves multiple rounds of via the JoSAA portal, followed by physical reporting and document verification at the institute for seat confirmation. Additional seats may be filled through the Central Seat Allocation Board (CSAB) special rounds for vacant positions after JoSAA. For postgraduate admissions, Master of Technology (M.Tech.) programs are filled primarily through the Centralized Counseling for M.Tech. (CCMT), utilizing scores from the preceding three years (e.g., 2023, 2024, or 2025 for the 2025 cycle). Eligible candidates, typically holding a B.Tech. or equivalent degree with a minimum aggregate of 60% or 6.0 CPI, participate in CCMT rounds, which include seat allotment based on rank, followed by institute-level reporting. (M.Sc.) admissions follow a similar centralized process via CCMN using IIT JAM scores, with physical reporting required post-allotment. MBA admissions rely on national exams such as or CMAT, with institute-specific selection involving group discussions and interviews. Doctoral (Ph.D.) admissions occur twice annually, for sessions commencing in July-December and January-June, through an institute-managed process advertised on the official website. Applicants submit online forms via the dedicated portal (admission.nits.ac.in), paying a processing fee of ₹1000 for general/OBC categories or ₹500 for SC/ST//EWS. Shortlisting for a centralized written test at NIT Silchar requires a with at least 6.5 CPI (6.0 for SC/ST/) in relevant fields, followed by an interview for selected candidates; full-time and part-time modes are available, with exemptions for certain qualified categories like UGC-NET/JRF holders. Final selection emphasizes research aptitude, academic record, and interview performance.

Rankings and Performance Metrics

In the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) 2025 rankings released on September 4, 2025, the National Institute of Technology, Silchar (NIT Silchar) was placed 50th in the category, a decline of 10 positions from its 40th rank in 2024. In the overall category, it ranked 97th, down from 90th the previous year. These rankings are computed based on parameters including teaching, learning and resources (TLR: 66.60), research and professional practice (RPC: 51.48), graduation outcomes (GO: 70.15), outreach and inclusivity (OI: 54.71), and peer perception (9.92). Internationally, NIT Silchar was ranked equal to 160th in the QS Asia University Rankings - Southern Asia 2025. In the Times Higher Education (THE) World University Rankings 2026, it fell within the 801-1000 band, while the THE Asia University Rankings 2024 placed it 178th. The U.S. News & World Report Best Global Universities ranking positioned it 1677th overall, reflecting metrics such as research reputation, publications, and citations. Placement performance for the 2023-2024 batch showed a highest package of ₹52.89 per annum (LPA), with average packages reported variably as ₹19.14 LPA for B.Tech programs and ₹13.54 LPA overall across programs. Placement rates ranged from 41.04% to 65.38% branch-wise for B.Tech, with over 200 companies participating, though overall placement percentage reached 91% in some reports. These figures indicate variability influenced by economic conditions and branch-specific demand, with core engineering branches like achieving higher outcomes than others. Research metrics include contributions tracked by the , with outputs in high-impact journals, though specific counts for the 2024-2025 period remain limited in public data. Scientometric analyses of NITs, including , highlight steady growth from 2010-2019, but lag behind top IITs in and international collaborations. Funded projects, such as those under the Technology and Innovation Hub, support applied research, yet NIRF RPC scores suggest room for enhancement in professional practice integration.

Research and Innovation

Research Initiatives and Centers

The National Institute of Technology, Silchar, maintains a network of specialized centers and initiatives that emphasize computational sciences, technologies, , and ecosystems, often in collaboration with national agencies to address regional challenges in . These facilities support faculty-led projects, funded , and interdisciplinary collaborations, with a focus on high-impact areas such as , disaster mitigation, and sustainable technologies. The NITS Supercomputing Centre, designated as a Centre of Excellence in , was established to provide advanced computational infrastructure for resource-intensive simulations and data processing in engineering and scientific domains. This facility, the first of its kind at the institute, enables research in fields like big data analytics, , and complex modeling, contributing to national computational . In partnership with the Centre for Development of Advanced Computing (C-DAC), NIT Silchar hosts the first C-DAC Centre in , operational since February 2014, functioning as a nodal hub for coordinating training, research dissemination, and across the region. This initiative extends to telemedicine applications, including specialized consultation centers for rural healthcare in established with C-DAC Mohali. The Centre for , inaugurated on December 15, 2019, by Prof. Ajay Kumar Ray, prioritizes research in native Indian languages through domains such as , , and , while facilitating funded projects and international publications. Complementing this, the and serves as a core research unit developing algorithms and solutions for image analysis, multimedia processing, and related applications in . For , the Regional Test Center cum Technology Back-Up Unit for Solar Thermal Devices, established within the Department, conducts performance testing and validation of solar technologies under national funding schemes. Innovation efforts are bolstered by the NIT Innovation and Startup Policy (NISP), which promotes rights awareness, industry linkages, and entrepreneurial incubation to translate into practical outcomes. Additionally, the Institute Innovation Cell organizes events and collaborations to enhance commercialization and skill development in .

Outputs, Funding, and Collaborations

NIT Silchar faculty and researchers have generated outputs including peer-reviewed journal articles, conference proceedings, and patents across engineering and science domains. Individual faculty profiles indicate substantial publication records, such as 74 publications with 874 citations for one researcher in electronics and communication engineering. Patents filed by institute members address practical applications, including an "Advanced Flood Prediction System Using Machine Learning and Natural Language Processing Tool" granted to Bibhu Prasad Mishra and Deba Prakash Satapathy, as well as systems for reducing carbon dioxide emissions via hydroxyapatite-encapsulated magnesium ferrite nanocomposites in civil engineering contexts. Additional patents cover mechanical processes like nanoparticle dispersion in viscous fluids and image sharpening methods based on local intensity variation in electronics and instrumentation. Research funding at NIT Silchar primarily derives from Indian government agencies, supporting projects in areas like , , and . The institute maintains an active portfolio of funded initiatives, with over 65 documented projects including numerical studies on electrokinetic flow in nanopores and development of geopolymer aggregates for construction. Specific grants include the Prime Minister's Early Career Research Grant (PMECRG) from the Anusandhan National Research Foundation (ANRF), providing up to Rs. 39.36 lakhs over three years for early-career investigators; SERB-POWER grants from the Science and Engineering Research Board (SERB) under the Department of Science and Technology (DST), spanning up to three years; and CSIR funding of Rs. 17 lakhs for physics-related research. Departmental allocations, such as Rs. 40 lakhs from ANRF in physics, underscore targeted support for equipment, manpower, and contingencies. Collaborations emphasize industry-aligned innovation and international academic exchanges to enhance applicability. The institute's National Initiative for Developing and Harnessing Innovations () and Institute Innovation and Start-up Policy (IISP) facilitate partnerships for product development, consultancy, and R&D commercialization, providing platforms for faculty, students, and to engage industries. A 2018 memorandum of understanding (MoU) with established the NITS Cloud Center for Innovation, focusing on simulation-driven design and tools. International ties include collaborative with Liverpool Hope University in and the Global Wales Partnership Funding program with () for 2025 initiatives. Conferences like IEEE SILCON and NE-IECCE further promote academia-industry networking, with dedicated sessions for partnerships and .

Student Life

Campus Residence and Support Services

NIT Silchar provides compulsory on-campus hostel accommodation for all full-time students, with separate facilities for male and female undergraduates, postgraduates, and doctoral candidates. The residential comprises multiple s offering a total capacity of 2,500 beds, equipped with modern amenities including furnished rooms in single, double, or triple occupancy options, high-speed internet connectivity, and 24-hour security. Specialized accommodations include dedicated hostels for postgraduate male students (300 beds), married scholars (100 beds), and international students, alongside ongoing construction of additional boys' hostels such as a 1,000-bedded facility to address expanding enrollment. Each hostel operates its own mess providing subsidized meals, with common rooms for recreational activities and study spaces to support student well-being. Support services encompass a 24/7 on-campus centre staffed by senior medical officers, general physicians, and nurses, offering routine check-ups, emergency care, and referrals to nearby hospitals for specialized treatment. Professional counseling is available through dedicated student counselors focusing on , academic stress, and , with sessions conducted confidentially to promote holistic student support.

Extracurricular Activities and Events

The at the National Institute of Technology, Silchar serves as the primary student body overseeing extracurricular activities, including cultural, technical, and sports initiatives, with elected representatives fostering leadership and campus unity. It coordinates various clubs such as the Coding Club, Club, Developer Student Club (GDSC), (NITS-MUN), Entrepreneurship Cell (E-Cell), Photography Club (Obiettivo), Drama Club, Dance Club, Music Club, and ECO Club, which organize workshops, competitions, and skill-building sessions. Departmental societies promote technical engagement through targeted events; for instance, the Computer Science Society conducts seminars, paper presentations, debates, quizzes, and software contests to aid freshman socialization and professional development. Similarly, the Electronics & Communication Society, Electra (Electrical Engineering), Civil Engineering Society (hosting the annual "Aaghaz" with seminars and contests), Mechanical Engineering Society (MES), Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering Society (INSEES), IEEE Students' Branch, ISTE chapters, and Management Society focus on technical updates, innovations, ethical leadership, and regional consultancy. Annual events highlight student creativity and skills. Tecnoesis, the techno-management festival held in October, spans three days and features competitions, technical paper presentations, quizzes, and innovation showcases, drawing participants from across North-East . Incandescence, the cultural festival in February, attracts nationwide attendance with performances, competitions, and expressions of youth vibrancy. Additional cultural celebrations include Oikyotaan in April for Bengali New Year, emphasizing unity and traditions, and Posua in April marking Rongali with Assamese performances. Sports activities under encompass football, , , lawn tennis, indoor games like , chess, , and , as well as , kho-kho, athletics, and gym facilities, with intra-hostel tournaments and participation in Inter-NIT meets, such as hosting chess and events in 2015.

Controversies and Criticisms

Infrastructure and Operational Shortcomings

The remote location of NIT Silchar in Assam's contributes to operational challenges, including limited accessibility via poor and rail networks, which hampers student and faculty mobility as well as supply . This isolation exacerbates delays in and , with student reports highlighting infrequent repairs to facilities due to logistical constraints. Hostel infrastructure, while providing basic accommodations for over 3,000 students across 12 blocks, suffers from inconsistent maintenance, including dirty common areas and bathrooms cleaned irregularly, leading to concerns. Water quality issues, such as risks, have been recurrently cited in student feedback, prompting occasional reliance on external sources or for . Mess facilities, managed through centralized catering, face criticism for substandard food taste, nutritional deficiencies, and unhygienic preparation practices, with recent accounts describing conditions akin to poorly maintained public facilities. Academic infrastructure includes aging lecture halls and laboratories, with older blocks lacking modern upgrades; for instance, labs equipped for traditional tasks often fall short for data-intensive fields like AI and due to insufficient RAM and GPU resources. connectivity, despite campus-wide LAN, experiences frequent outages and bandwidth limitations, affecting online learning and , as noted in multiple evaluations. These operational gaps, rooted in underfunding relative to enrollment growth—from 500 students in 2002 to over 4,000 by 2024—have led to overcrowding in shared facilities without proportional expansions.

Student and Faculty Incidents

In September 2023, third-year student Koj Buker was found hanging in his hostel room at NIT Silchar, prompting widespread student protests alleging academic pressure and harassment by the Dean of Academics as contributing factors. Students demanded the dean's , staging sit-ins, silent marches, and a that lasted several days and hospitalized at least 10 participants, with claims that the death was tantamount to "murder" due to institutional . On September 16, 2023, protests escalated into clashes with police, resulting in injuries to students after allegations of lathi charges during a peaceful demonstration aimed at meeting the institute director. The director eventually met protesters on September 22, 2023, issuing an apology and assurances of action, leading to the end of the standoff. In August 2024, a at NIT Silchar was repatriated to after reacting with a heart to an anti-India post, amid heightened scrutiny of foreign students' online activities. This incident preceded further tensions in September 2025, when five , admitted under the scholarship, were suspended and faced deportation following a violent clash on campus on September 8, 2025, involving attacks on other students and property damage. The institute's registrar issued an expulsion order from hostels effective September 12, 2025, citing misconduct. On March 20, 2025, Assistant Professor D. Koteswara Raju was suspended and arrested after a female B.Tech student accused him of , alleging he called her to his chamber to discuss low marks, then grabbed her neck, held her thighs, and made inappropriate advances. The , filed the same day, triggered student protests demanding strict action, with police initiating an investigation under relevant sections of the . The institute's Internal Complaints Committee was notified, though details of its proceedings remain internal. In October 2025, an (SIT) questioned five faculty members at NIT Silchar over alleged links to Bangladeshi students in promoting radical Islamic ideology, following complaints of campus violence and religious divisions, including the designation of prayer spaces in hostels. Hindu organizations such as and demanded an NIA probe into these "jihadi acts," attributing them to fostering , though the SIT's findings are pending and no charges have been filed as of the latest reports. These probes stem from the September 2025 violence but highlight ongoing concerns about external influences on campus dynamics.

Political and External Conflicts

In September 2025, violent clashes erupted at NIT Silchar involving groups of , resulting in several injuries and the suspension of five third-year students from for one year, along with their expulsion from hostels and initiation of deportation proceedings. The altercation occurred on September 8, 2025, when one faction allegedly attacked others within the campus, prompting administrative intervention and police involvement. These events drew external political scrutiny, with Vishva Hindu Parishad (VHP) and Bajrang Dal demanding a National Investigation Agency (NIA) probe into alleged "jihadi" activities on campus, citing the suspensions as evidence of broader security concerns linked to foreign students. In response, an Assam Police Special Investigation Team (SIT) from Guwahati conducted a four-day probe starting October 20, 2025, examining potential nexuses between Bangladeshi students and certain faculty members in promoting radical Islamic ideology, amid prior expulsions for drug use and indiscipline. Earlier, in August 2024, NIT Silchar authorities announced a review of degree awards to Bangladeshi students accused of posting anti-India remarks on , reflecting tensions over national loyalty amid regional sensitivities in regarding cross-border influences. Such incidents have highlighted external pressures on the institute, including immigration policy debates and allegations of inadequate oversight of international admissions, though administrative responses emphasized compliance with legal protocols rather than endorsing unverified claims of .

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