About Navodaya Institute of Technology Raichur
Navodaya Institute of Technology (NIT Raichur) is a private VTU-affiliated engineering college in Raichur — established in 2008 and holding NAAC A accreditation. Raichur is in Kalyana Karnataka, covered by Article 371(J)'s special educational provisions for the six Hyderabad Karnataka districts. NIT Raichur offers BTech programmes for students from Raichur, Koppal, Yadgir and surrounding districts, with access to Raichur's thermal power plants and mining sector employment.
Quick Facts
| Founded | 2008 |
|---|---|
| Location | Raichur, North Karnataka |
| Affiliation | Visvesvaraya Technological University (VTU) |
| Approval | AICTE |
| Accreditation | NAAC A |
| Special Provision | Article 371(J) HK reservation applies |
| Website | navodayaengineering.edu.in |
Branches and KCET Cutoffs 2025 (GM)
| Branch | KCET 2025 Closing Rank (GM) |
|---|---|
| BE Computer Science & Engineering | ~70,000–1,00,000 |
| BE AI & Machine Learning | ~70,000–1,00,000 |
| BE Electronics & Communication | ~90,000–1,30,000 |
| BE Electrical & Electronics | ~80,000–1,20,000 |
| BE Mechanical Engineering | ~1,20,000–1,70,000 |
| BE Civil Engineering | ~1,30,000–1,80,000 |
HK category students have more accessible closing ranks. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Fee Structure 2026-27
| Category | Annual Tuition (Approx) |
|---|---|
| KCET / Government Quota | Rs 1–1.5 lakh per year |
| COMEDK / Management Quota | Rs 1.8–2.5 lakh per year |
Raichur — Thermal Power Hub
Raichur hosts the Raichur Thermal Power Station (RTPS) and Yeramarus Thermal Power Plant — among Karnataka's largest power generation facilities operated by KPCL. For EEE graduates, KPCL provides significant local employment. The Krishna-Tungabhadra doab makes Raichur one of Karnataka's most significant cotton and paddy growing districts. Hyderabad is 140 km — the nearest IT market. Article 371(J) HK reservation makes NAAC A accredited NIT Raichur a materially better educational option for local students than its relatively open KCET cutoffs suggest.
Who Should Apply
NIT Raichur is suited for students from Raichur, Koppal, Yadgir and surrounding HK districts in the 70,000–1,00,000 GM KCET range (HK category significantly more accessible) who want a NAAC A accredited college near home. NAAC A at this cutoff range is good value for the region. EEE graduates targeting KPCL thermal power plant roles have direct local employment access.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NIT Raichur's KCET cutoff for CSE?
KCET 2025 CSE closing rank was approximately 70,000–1,00,000 GM. HK category students have more accessible closing ranks. Verify at cetonline.karnataka.gov.in.
Is Navodaya IT the same as NIT (National Institute of Technology)?
No. Navodaya Institute of Technology (NIT) Raichur is a private VTU-affiliated college. NIT Surathkal (NITK) is the National Institute of Technology in Karnataka — a central government institution. The abbreviation is similar but these are entirely different institutions.