Admissions for the 2026-27 academic session at Nalanda Institute of Technology (NIT), Bhubaneswar are primarily entrance-based. The institute follows the admission framework of Biju Patnaik University of Technology (BPUT) and the Odisha Joint Entrance Examination (OJEE) Board.
NIT Bhubaneswar does not conduct a separate entrance examination. Instead, candidates must qualify through recognized national or state-level entrance exams such as JEE Main, OJEE, GATE, CAT, or CUET PG depending on the program.
| Event | Exam / Process | Key Date |
|---|---|---|
| OJEE Registration | UG & PG | Ongoing until March 22, 2026 |
| OJEE Exam Dates | Computer-Based Test | May 4 – May 9, 2026 |
| JEE Main Result (Session 1) | Engineering | Expected February 12, 2026 |
| JEE Main Session 2 | Exam Dates | April 2 – April 9, 2026 |
| GATE Exam | PG Engineering | Feb 7–8 & Feb 14–15, 2026 |
No, NIT Bhubaneswar does not conduct a separate entrance exam. B.Tech admissions are based on JEE Main or OJEE scores. Candidates must qualify through these exams.
MBA admissions accept OJEE, CAT, MAT, XAT, CMAT, and CUET PG scores. Candidates must meet minimum eligibility requirements. Final selection may include counselling.
Yes, GATE is preferred for M.Tech admissions. Non-GATE candidates may appear for institutional tests if seats remain vacant. Eligibility criteria must still be fulfilled.
OJEE counselling is expected to begin in June 2026. Candidates must register separately for counselling. Seat allotment is based on rank and availability.
Candidates must secure at least 45% aggregate in 10+2. Reserved category candidates require 40%. Physics and Mathematics are mandatory subjects.
Yes, candidates can apply through either exam. Final admission depends on counselling and rank. Meeting eligibility criteria is mandatory.
Diploma admission is merit-based. Selection is based on Class 10 marks. An interview process may follow.
Yes, counselling registration is separate. Candidates must participate in OJEE counselling. Seat allotment is confirmed after verification.