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National Institute of Technology, Warangal Overview: 2025 Admissions, Cutoffs, Placements

National Institute of Technology Warangal (NITW). Established in 1959, it is one of India’s oldest and most reputed engineering institutes. Ranked 21st among engineering institutes by NIRF in 2024.

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NIT Warangal Overview

Did you know- NIT Warangal, formerly known as the Regional Engineering College, was the first institute to be established in the chain of 31 National Institutes of Technology (NITs) across India.

NIT Warangal offers quality education through 13 academic departments. Over 100 advanced laboratories. The campus is spread across 248 acres. Includes hostels, labs, a central library, sports facilities, and residential quarters. The Institute is known for its strong faculty, research output, and excellent placements, and attracts students from across the country and is well connected to Warangal and Hyderabad.

Key Highlights of NIT Warangal

Admission Month

April-July

Established

1959

Top Programs

B.Tech, MCA, B.Sc, M.Tech, PhD, MBA, B.Ed

Accepted Exams

JEE Advanced, JAM, GATE, CAT/MAT

Duration of Courses

UG: 4 years (B.Tech)

PG: 2 years (M.Tech, MBA, MSc)

PhD: 3–5 years

Intake

PhD Programs: July and December Sessions

PG Programs: April-July

UG Programs: April-July

Ranking

NIRF 2024: Engineering 21st

Total Number of Students

7900+

Courses and Fees

NIT Warangal has Academic units in multiple streams, ranging from Management to Engineering and more. The institute offers programs in UG, PG, and Doctoral Programs, with the recent introduction of the Integrated Teacher Education Programme (ITEP).

The table below displays the fee structure for Undergraduate courses

All UG Programs

Tuition Fee Per Semester 

Other Fee 

Total Amount 

Exam Accepted

B.Tech

₹ 62,500.00

₹ 42,500

₹ 1,05,000

JEE 

5 Years Integrated M.Sc.

₹ 20,000

₹ 42,500

₹ 62,500

JEE

B.Sc. B.Ed.

₹ 45,000

₹ 42,500

₹ 87,500

NCET

The table below displays the fee structure for Postgraduate courses

All PG Programs

Tuition Fee Per Semester 

Other Fee 

Total Amount 

Exam Accepted

M.Tech

₹ 35,000/-

₹ 42,500/-

₹ 77,500/-

GATE

M.Sc.

₹ 15,000/-

₹ 42,500/-

₹ 57,500/-

IIT JAM

M.B.A

₹ 35,000/-

₹ 42,500/-

₹ 77,500/-

CAT/MAT

MCA

₹ 35,000/-

₹ 42,500/-

₹ 77,500/-

NIMCET

Placements, Cutoffs and Admissions

The Centre for Career Planning and Development (CCPD) at NIT Warangal helps students get placed in top companies. Different sectors like software, core engineering, and management come to campus for recruitment.

Thanks to strong ties with many companies, the placement results are consistently good. Every year, around 150 to 180 companies come to the campus. Giving students plenty of job opportunities. The institute values the trust and long-term connections it has built with these recruiters.

Overall Placement Statistics of NIT Warangal

NIT 2025 placement statistics showing 1,225 offers, 1,201 students placed, highest CTC of 64.3 LPA, average CTC of 14.35 LPA, median CTC of 12 LPA, and placement percentage of 79.3%.

Image Credit: NIT Warangal Official Website

Branchwise Placement statistics for B.Tech programs 

Specialization

Total Students

Total Eligible

Placed (On Campus)

% Placed

Computer Science and Engineering

167

137

130

94.89%

Electronics and Communication Engineering

155

130

111

85.38%

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

142

122

117

95.9%

Mechanical Engineering

145

113

97

85.84%

Chemical Engineering

115

100

83

83%

Civil Engineering

113

88

71

80.68%

Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

75

63

55

87.3%

Biotechnology

77

53

33

62.26%

Maximum and Minimum CTC offered across B.Tech specializations

Specialization

Max CTC (LPA)

Min CTC (LPA)

Median CTC (LPA)

Average CTC (LPA)

Computer Science and Engineering

53.28

6

20

22.63

Electronics and Communication Engineering

64.3

5

18

20.8

Electrical and Electronics Engineering

53.28

6

16

17.59

Mechanical Engineering

34.1

5.04

12.46

12.57

Chemical Engineering

34.1

5

10

11.25

Civil Engineering

34.1

5

8

9.75

Metallurgical and Materials Engineering

17.6

6

8

9.82

Biotechnology

20

5.5

8

9.26

Top Recruiters

  • Akash Byju
  • Aarvee Associates
  • Accelarise360
  • Bajaj Auto
  • Bajaj Auto Limited
  • Chronus
  • Citi Bank
  • D E Shaw
  • Havells
  • HCL

For more detailed information on Placements. Check out upGrad’s NIT Warangal Placements’ page.

Ranking 2024-2025

NIRF (National Institutional Ranking Framework) is a government body that releases annual rankings of higher education institutes in India. NIT Warangal has consistently ranked in the top over the past few years. 

Ranking of NIT Warangal Over the Years, Category-Wise

Ranking Body

Ranking Year

Rank

Category

NIRF

2024

21st

Engineering

NIRF

2024

53rd

Overall

NIRF

2023

21st

Engineering

NIRF

2023

53rd

Overall

Scholarships 2025

Details

    Benefits: Tuition fee waiver + ₹36,000 per annum + Books and stationery allowance of ₹5,000 per annum + assistance of ₹45,000 for laptop

    Eligibility: SC students admitted to the 1st year of B.Tech through CRL or category rank. Family income should not exceed ₹8 Lakh per annum.

NIT Warangal Vs NIT Durgapur Vs NIT Trichy

Here’s a comparison of the three NITs to know better about each

Parameters

NIT Warangal

NIT Durgapur

NIT Trichy

NIRF Ranking

21

44

9

Tuition Fees

UG (B.Tech): ₹1,05,000

UG: ₹50k- ₹1 Lakh

UG: ₹1,12,450

M.B.A: ₹ 35,000/-

PG (M.Tech): ₹35,000/-

PG: ₹56k-90k 

PG (M.Tech): ₹90,450

Popular Courses

UG: B.Tech 

UG: B.Tech.

UG: B.Tech, B.Arch

PG: M.Tech, MSc

PG: M.Tech, MSc, MBA, MSW

PG: M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA, MCA, PhD 

Placement Rate

Average CTC- ₹53.28 LPA

Median CTC: ₹6 LPA

Highest CTC: ₹80 LPA

Average CTC:  ₹12.61 LPA

UG: 88.9%

PG: 88.9%

Campus, Hostel & Student Life

Location: Warangal, Telangana

NIT Warangal has a spacious residential campus with all essential facilities for students and staff. It includes academic buildings, hostels, a library, sports areas, staff quarters, and a 12 km internal road network. The total built-up area covers major zones like the Administrative Block (3,331 sqm), Academic Blocks (34,448 sqm), Hostels (32,642 sqm), and other staff and student facilities. Expansion work is ongoing to add more space and improve infrastructure.

Hostels at NIT Warangal

  • There are 16 hostels on campus, including a large and very large hostel for boys, two hostels for girls, and one for foreign students.
  • The campus has five messes for boys, one only for girls, and a modern mega mess used by boys, girls, and international students.

Societies

  • Technical Society
  • Cultural Society
  • Film and Music Society

Fests

  • Technozion
  • Springspree
  • Activities

Notable Alumni

Name 

Field of Work

Rao Remala

Independent Information Technology and Services Professional

BISWANATH RATH

 

Founder & CEO at  BnR Films LLP

Siva Banda

Chief Scientist at Air Force Research Laboratory

Sudhir Kumar Mishra

Director at Novelco Technologies Pvt Ltd

FAQs for Overview

1. What is the total student strength at NIT Warangal?

NIT Warangal hosts over 7,900 students across undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD programs.

2. How many departments and research centers does NIT Warangal have?

The institute has 13 academic departments and several advanced research centers across engineering, sciences, and management.

3. Which exams are accepted for NIT Warangal’s PG admissions?

Admissions to postgraduate programs are based on GATE (M.Tech), JAM (M.Sc), CAT/MAT (MBA), and NIMCET (MCA).

4. When does the application process typically begin for NIT Warangal programs?

UG and PG applications generally open between April and July, while PhD applications are accepted in March and July sessions.

5. What is the campus size of NIT Warangal?

The institute is spread over a 248-acre residential campus with academic blocks, hostels, staff quarters, and a 12 km road network.

6. Are there separate hostels for international students at NIT Warangal?

Yes, the campus includes a dedicated hostel for foreign students in addition to hostels for boys and girls.

7. Which fests are popular at NIT Warangal?

Major events include Technozion (technical fest) and Springspree (cultural fest), organized by student societies.

8. What societies can students be part of at NIT Warangal?

Students can join various societies like the Technical Society, Cultural Society, and Film and Music Society.

9. Does NIT Warangal offer integrated courses?

Yes, the institute offers integrated programs such as the 5-Year Integrated M.Sc. and B.Sc.–B.Ed.

10. What scholarships are available for minority students?

Eligible students from minority backgrounds can apply for Merit-cum-Means and Post Matric Scholarships under the NSP.

11. How does NIT Warangal support laptop purchases for underprivileged students?

Select SC/ST students under NSP scholarships receive a one-time grant of ₹45,000 for purchasing a laptop.


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