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North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST]

Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh Government Estd 1984 Updated Aug 2026
NIRF #182 AICTE, UGC, NBA, MHRD approved Agriculture Arts Engineering Management
3.8 out of 10 · 68 reviews
Website
Annual fees ₹76K
Average package ₹6 L
Highest package ₹9.72 L
Student rating 3.8 / 10
Courses offered 18

At a glance

Established 1984
Ownership Government
Approved by AICTE, UGC, NBA, MHRD
Campus Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh
Courses 18 on record
Student reviews 68

About North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST]

Overview of NERIST

North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology (NERIST) is an autonomous deemed-to-be university. It was established in 1984 and is located in Nirluji, Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh.

The institute is funded by the Ministry of Human Resource Development (MHRD), Government of India. It is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and the University Grants Commission (UGC).

NERIST secured an National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF) rank in the 151-200 band in the Engineering category in 2024. The institute has 11 departments of Science and Engineering.

Courses Offered

NERIST provides several degree programs across specializations. The courses include B.Tech, B.Sc, M.Tech, M.Sc, Ph.D, and MBA.

B.Tech in Computer Science and Engineering (CSE) is the flagship course of the institute.

Admission Process

Admissions to all programs are conducted based on various entrance exams. The entrance exam required depends on the level of the course.

B.Tech Admissions

For B.Tech admissions, a candidate must have a valid JEE Main score or a NERIST Entrance Exam score. Admission is then completed through the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA) counseling process.

M.Tech Admissions

For M.Tech admissions, performance in GATE or NEPGET is mandatory. Candidates must also go through the counseling process.

Fee Structure

The fee for the first year of study varies by course and specialization.

  • B.Tech 1st-year fee: INR 13,750 to INR 23,000
  • M.Tech 1st-year fee: INR 22,000

Courses & fees

Course Duration Total fees Apply
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] Pass 10+2 + NEE II/JEE MAIN 4 Years ₹ 69,500
Bachelor of Technology [B.Tech] (Computer Science and Engineering) — ₹ 69,500
Ph.D PostGraduation with 60%+NEPGET 3 Years ₹ 78,390
Ph.D. (Humanities and Social Science) — ₹ 78,390
Master of Technology [M.Tech] Graduation with 60%+GATE 2 Years ₹ 61,140
Master of Technology [M.Tech] (Farm Machinery and Power Engineering) — ₹ 61,140

Placements

Highest package ₹9.72 L
Average package ₹6 L

NIRF ranking

Ranked within each category, not overall.

Engineering · 2021 #182

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST]?
Fees at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] start from ₹76K per year, depending on the course. The Courses & Fees tab lists the programme-wise figures.
What is the admission process for North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST]?
NERIST is an MHRD-funded autonomous technical institute located in Nirluji, Arunachal Pradesh. It provides admission to B.Tech, B.Sc, M.Sc, M.Tech, MBA, and Ph.D programs. The admissions are conducted based on the performance in the entrance examinations, followed by a counseling round. NEE Entrance Exams are conducted…
What is the placement record at North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST]?
At North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST], the highest package recorded is ₹ 972,000 and the average package is ₹ 600,000. See the Placement tab for the full figures.
Where is North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] located?
North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] is located in Itanagar, Arunachal Pradesh. Address: Nirjuli India.
Is North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] a government or private college?
North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] is listed as a government institution in Itanagar. It was established in 1984.
What approvals does North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] have?
North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] lists these approvals and accreditations: AICTE, UGC, NBA, MHRD. Confirm the current status with the regulator before applying.
What is the NIRF ranking of North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST]?
North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] appears in the NIRF listing at rank #182. NIRF ranks are published within a category, not as one overall order.
What courses does North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] offer?
North Eastern Regional Institute of Science and Technology - [NERIST] lists 12 programmes. The Courses & Fees tab shows each one with its fee.

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