About National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Deemed university at Hatia, Ranchi, formerly NIFFT, teaching B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD in foundry, forge, manufacturing and materials engineering.
The National Institute of Advanced Manufacturing Technology (NIAMT) in Hatia, Ranchi, was earlier known as the National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology (NIFFT). It is a deemed to be university in the distinct category under the Ministry of Education. Its departments cover foundry and forge technology, mechanical engineering, materials and metallurgical engineering, electronics and computer engineering, environmental engineering, and applied sciences. The institute offers B.Tech, M.Tech and PhD programmes and advanced diploma courses. Campus facilities include a central library, a central instrument facility with XRD and FTIR, hostels and a health centre.
Courses and fees
| Course | Mode | Duration | Seats | Fee per year | Total fee |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bachelor of Technology | Full-time | — | — | — | — |
| Master of Technology Accepts: NIAMT written test |
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, Interview
For the M.Tech programme, applicants download the form from the NIAMT website and send it by post, by hand or by email to the academic section. Selection is by a written test and/or interview, and the selection list is put on the website. B.Tech and PhD admission details are given in separate notices on the website.
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
- Library
- Labs
- Medical
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Frequently asked questions
What was NIAMT called earlier?
It was the National Institute of Foundry and Forge Technology (NIFFT).
What is its status?
It is a deemed to be university in the distinct category.
How are M.Tech students selected?
Through a written test and/or interview, with results posted on the website.
Which M.Tech specialisations are offered?
The 2025 notice lists foundry-forge technology, mechanical, materials and metallurgical, environmental, and material engineering (nanotechnology).
Sources
Information verified on 16 Oct 2026
- NIAMT Ranchi home page · Official site, accessed 16 Oct 2026
- M.Tech Admission 2025 - NIAMT · Official notice, accessed 16 Oct 2026
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