Institutional Overview
NIT Kurukshetra (NITKKR) is one of the original RECs established in 1963 in the historic city of Kurukshetra - the land of the Mahabharata. Located 160 km north of Delhi, it has excellent connectivity to the NCR region for internships and placements. Known for its strong programs in Electrical, Electronics, and Computer Science, NIT Kurukshetra has a legacy of producing quality engineers.
Academic Programs & Specializations
NIT Kurukshetra offers undergraduate B.Tech curricula across the following core and interdisciplinary programs:
| Program Discipline | Duration | Seat Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech Computer Science | 4 Years | 127 |
| B.Tech Electronics & Comm | 4 Years | 125 |
| B.Tech Electrical Engineering | 4 Years | 98 |
| B.Tech Mechanical Engineering | 4 Years | 137 |
| B.Tech Civil Engineering | 4 Years | 82 |
| B.Tech Information Technology | 4 Years | 68 |
Tuition Fees & Cost of Living
Audited breakdown of tuition and campus residential charges for undergraduate scholars:
JoSAA Closing Rank Reference (2025)
Official Round 6 closing ranks across standard reservation categories:
| Branch | OPEN | OBC-NCL | SC | ST |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSE | 10,567 | 5,167 | 2,412 | 1,212 |
| ECE | 18,456 | 9,023 | 4,212 | 2,112 |
| IT | 13,789 | 6,734 | 3,145 | 1,578 |
Campus Placement Records & Recruiter Network
NIT Kurukshetra sustains consistent placement metrics with prominent global engineering and financial enterprises:
Campus Life & Residential Infrastructure
NIT Kurukshetra has a 250-acre campus with 14 hostels and excellent sports facilities. Techspardha (tech fest) and Confluence (cultural fest) are major events. The historic significance of Kurukshetra adds a unique cultural element. Close proximity to Delhi is advantageous for internships.