About Department of Mechanical Engineering, NIT Silchar
NIT Silchar’s Mechanical Engineering Department offers a four-year B.Tech, two-year M.Tech in five specialisations and a PhD.
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at the National Institute of Technology Silchar in Assam started academic work on 2 November 1977, as stated on its page. It runs a four-year B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering for students admitted through national counselling. At the postgraduate level it offers two-year M.Tech programmes in Thermal Engineering, Design and Manufacturing, CAD CAM and Automation, Materials and Manufacturing Technology, and Renewable Energy. Research scholars can take up a PhD in various mechanical engineering fields. The mix of manufacturing, thermal and energy streams suits students heading to core industry, power and automobile sectors, or research.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | 4 yrs | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology | Full-time | 2 yrs | — | — | — |
| Doctor of Philosophy | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
Tuition fees as published by the college for the fee year shown. Hostel, mess and exam fees are extra unless stated.
Admission
Admission through: Entrance test
B.Tech seats in Mechanical Engineering are allotted through JEE Main and the central counselling for NITs. M.Tech seats are filled through CCMT on the basis of GATE scores. PhD admission follows NIT Silchar's own notices, with shortlisting and selection by the institute.
Typical eligibility
- Bachelor of Technology: Studying in: Class 12; Must have studied: Physics; Must have studied: Mathematics; At least 45% marks in Class 12; one more subject from the AICTE list (e.g. Chemistry, Biotechnology, Computer Science, Biology)
- Master of Technology: Studying in: UG; Enrolled in: Bachelor of Technology; At least 50% marks in UG; B.E./B.Tech in a relevant discipline; GATE score preferred
- Doctor of Philosophy: Studying in: PG; At least 55% marks in PG
The college may set higher cut-offs. Check its prospectus.
Facilities
- Labs
- Library
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Other colleges in Silchar
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Frequently asked questions
Which M.Tech specialisations does NIT Silchar Mechanical offer?
Thermal Engineering, Design and Manufacturing, CAD CAM and Automation, Materials and Manufacturing Technology, and Renewable Energy.
How long is the B.Tech?
Four years.
How are M.Tech students admitted?
Through CCMT on GATE scores, the standard NIT route.
Sources
Information verified on 26 Oct 2026
- Department of Mechanical Engineering - NIT Silchar · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
- Contact Us - NIT Silchar · Official site, accessed 26 Oct 2026
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