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Guru Nanak Institute of Technology (GNIT) is a private engineering institution established in 2003 and affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal. It is approved by AICTE and recognised by UGC. GNIT holds NAAC A+ accreditation (2nd cycle, 2022), becoming the first private engineering college in West Bengal to achieve this grade.
GNIT has been ranked in the 201-250 band under NIRF Engineering in its most recent participation cycle.
The 7.1-acre eco-friendly campus is located in Kolkata, West Bengal, with dedicated academic blocks, a central library, and on-campus hostel facilities for both male and female students.
- B.Tech - 8 specialisations including Computer Science and Engineering, AIML, Information Technology, Cyber Security, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electronics and Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, and Food Technology
- BBA - General and Hospital Management tracks (4 years under NEP 2020)
- BCA and B.Sc. - Computer Applications, Cyber Security, Data Science (4 years)
- MCA - 2 years
- M.Tech - CSE, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Food Technology
- Diploma - Electrical Engineering and Electronics and Tele Communication Engineering (3 years)
B.Tech total fees range from INR 6,02,700 to INR 7,04,700 depending on specialisation. BBA/B.Sc total fees are INR 3,51,500 for the 4-year programme.
GNIT placed students with a highest package of INR 26.5 LPA (CSE branch) and an average package of INR 4.8 LPA. More than 48 companies recruit from the campus annually, including Amazon, TCS, Infosys, Wipro, and Cognizant.
GNIT Admission Dates 2027
B.Tech admissions at GNIT for the 2026-27 session were conducted through WBJEE 2026 and the West Bengal JEE Board (WBJEEB) centralised counselling process. The 2026-27 session is underway and admissions have concluded. The next B.Tech cycle for 2027-28 follows the WBJEE 2027 timeline.
| Event | 2026-27 Cycle (Concluded) | Status |
|---|---|---|
| WBJEE 2026 Exam | April 2026 | Concluded |
| WBJEE 2026 Results | May 2026 | Declared |
| WBJEEB Counselling | June to August 2026 | Concluded |
| Academic Session Start | August 2026 | Commenced |
Tentative dates for the 2027-28 B.Tech admission cycle are given below, subject to official notification by WBJEEB and NTA for JEE Main 2027.
| Event | Tentative Date (2027-28 Cycle) |
|---|---|
| JEE Main 2027 Session 1 | January 2027 (Tentative) |
| WBJEE 2027 Exam | April 2027 (Tentative) |
| WBJEEB Counselling | June to August 2027 (Tentative) |
| Academic Session Start | August 2027 (Tentative) |
Postgraduate and diploma admissions follow separate timelines. M.Tech admissions are through GATE/PGET scores. MCA admissions use JECA (Joint Entrance for Computer Applications). Diploma admissions are through the WB Polytechnic entrance process.
| Programme | Entrance Exam | Conducting Body |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech | WBJEE / JEE Main | WBJEEB / NTA |
| M.Tech | GATE / PGET (WB) | IITs / WBJEEB |
| MCA | JECA | WBJEEB |
| BBA / BCA / B.Sc. | Merit-based / Direct | GNIT / University |
| Diploma | WB Polytechnic Entrance | WBSCTE |
GNIT Courses and Fees
GNIT offers more than 20 programmes spanning B.Tech, BBA, BCA, B.Sc., Diploma, MCA, and M.Tech levels. B.Tech is the flagship programme with 8 specialisations. Fees listed below are total fees for the full programme duration based on 2025-26 data.
| Course | Duration | Eligibility | Total Fees |
|---|---|---|---|
| B.Tech (CSE) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM + WBJEE/JEE Main | INR 7,04,700 |
| B.Tech (AIML / IT / Cyber Security) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM + WBJEE/JEE Main | INR 6,56,700 |
| B.Tech (EE / ECE / ECT / Food Technology) | 4 years | 10+2 PCM + WBJEE/JEE Main | INR 6,02,700 |
| BCA | 4 years | 10+2 + Merit | INR 4,02,700 |
| BBA / B.Sc. (Cyber Security / Data Science) | 4 years | 10+2 + Merit | INR 3,51,500 |
| MCA | 2 years | Any degree + JECA | INR 3,03,600 |
| M.Tech (CSE / ECE / Food Technology) | 2 years | B.Tech + GATE/PGET | INR 2,29,600 |
| Diploma (Electrical / Electronics) | 3 years | Class 10 pass | INR 1,24,100 |
Boys and Girls hostels are available on campus, with annual hostel fees up to INR 78,000 per year. Lateral entry B.Tech is available for diploma holders, with reduced total fees of INR 3,11,700 to INR 4,09,200 depending on the branch.
GNIT Admission Process
B.Tech Admission
B.Tech admission at GNIT is through WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) and JEE Main scores, coordinated by the West Bengal Joint Entrance Examinations Board (WBJEEB).
- Eligibility: 10+2 with Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics. Minimum 45% aggregate marks
- Valid WBJEE or JEE Main score for the respective year
- Category-wise reservations as per West Bengal government norms
Seat allotment is through WBJEEB centralised counselling. After seat allotment, candidates must report to GNIT with original documents for verification and fee payment. The GNIT counselling closing rank varies annually based on WBJEE rank distribution. CSE and IT branches have tighter cutoffs compared to core engineering disciplines.
Postgraduate Admission (M.Tech and MCA)
M.Tech seats are filled through GATE or PGET (West Bengal Postgraduate Entrance Test) scores. MCA is through JECA (Joint Entrance for Computer Applications), a West Bengal state-level test conducted by WBJEEB.
- Eligibility for M.Tech: B.E./B.Tech in relevant discipline with minimum 55% marks, plus valid GATE or PGET score
- Eligibility for MCA: Any recognised bachelor’s degree with Mathematics at 10+2 or UG level, plus valid JECA score
Lateral Entry and Diploma Admissions
Diploma holders can seek lateral entry to B.Tech second year through WBJEEB lateral counselling. Diploma admissions for Electrical Engineering and Electronics and Tele Communication Engineering are through the WB Polytechnic entrance examination conducted by WBSCTE.
GNIT Placements
GNIT runs a dedicated placement cell that facilitates campus recruitment across all programmes. The highest package of INR 26.5 LPA was achieved by a CSE student in recent placement seasons. B.Tech ECE recorded a highest of INR 11.5 LPA and B.Tech IT recorded INR 10.5 LPA. The average package stands at INR 4.8 LPA across disciplines.
More than 48 companies recruit from GNIT annually. IT and technology companies account for the majority of offers, with manufacturing, BFSI, and core engineering making up the rest. Key companies consistently recruiting from GNIT include TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Capgemini, Amazon, SAP, TATA group companies, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank.
| Branch | Highest Package (Recent Cycle) | Key Sectors |
|---|---|---|
| B.Tech CSE | INR 26.5 LPA | IT, Product, Services |
| B.Tech ECE | INR 11.5 LPA | Electronics, Telecom, IT |
| B.Tech IT | INR 10.5 LPA | IT, Services |
| B.Tech EE / ECT | Core engineering rates | Manufacturing, PSUs |
| B.Tech Food Technology | FMCG and food sector rates | Nestle, Britannia, ITC |
GNIT Rankings
GNIT has participated in NIRF Engineering rankings and holds NAAC A+ accreditation from 2022. It was the first private engineering college in West Bengal to receive the A+ grade in the 2nd assessment cycle.
| Ranking Body | Category | Rank | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| NIRF | Engineering | 201-250 band | 2021 |
GNIT’s NBA accreditation covers key B.Tech departments. The NAAC A+ grade and continuous NIRF participation reflect its institutional commitment to quality benchmarking within the MAKAUT system.
GNIT Campus and Infrastructure
The GNIT campus spans 7.1 acres in Kolkata, West Bengal, and is designed as an eco-friendly green campus. The infrastructure includes separate academic blocks per department, a central library, computer labs, and specialised laboratories for electronics, electrical, food technology, and AI/ML programmes.
On-campus hostel facilities are available for both male and female students. Annual hostel fees are up to INR 78,000. The campus also has a placement and training centre that runs year-round preparation sessions for aptitude, coding, and interview rounds.
GNIT vs JIS College of Engineering vs Heritage Institute of Technology
Aspirants considering private engineering colleges in West Bengal affiliated to MAKAUT often compare GNIT with JIS College of Engineering (JISCE) and Heritage Institute of Technology (HIT). All three serve the same applicant pool of West Bengal engineering aspirants appearing in WBJEE.
| Parameter | GNIT | JIS College of Engineering | Heritage Institute of Technology |
|---|---|---|---|
| Established | 2003 | 1999 | 1999 |
| Location | Kolkata, WB | Kalyani, WB | Kolkata, WB |
| Affiliation | MAKAUT | MAKAUT | MAKAUT |
| NAAC Grade | A+ | A | A+ |
| B.Tech Admission | WBJEE / JEE Main | WBJEE / JEE Main | WBJEE / JEE Main |
GNIT and HIT share the A+ NAAC grade. JIS College of Engineering, located in Kalyani, has a longer track record and a larger campus. GNIT’s placement drive consistently draws 48 or more companies, with CSE achieving top packages of INR 26.5 LPA. All three follow the WBJEE counselling process for B.Tech seat allotment.
GNIT FAQs
Ques. What is the NAAC grade of GNIT Kolkata?
Ans. GNIT holds NAAC A+ accreditation awarded in its 2nd cycle in 2022, valid until November 2027. It was the first private engineering college in West Bengal to receive the A+ grade in the 2nd assessment cycle.
Ques. What is the B.Tech fee at GNIT Kolkata?
Ans. The total B.Tech fee at GNIT ranges from INR 6,02,700 to INR 7,04,700 over 4 years depending on the specialisation. CSE has the highest fee at INR 7,04,700 total. Hostel fees are up to INR 78,000 per year separately.
Ques. What is the placement record at GNIT?
Ans. GNIT’s highest placement package in recent seasons was INR 26.5 LPA for CSE students. The average package across branches is INR 4.8 LPA. More than 48 companies recruit from campus, including TCS, Infosys, Wipro, Cognizant, Amazon, and Capgemini.
Ques. Which entrance exam is needed for B.Tech admission at GNIT?
Ans. B.Tech admission at GNIT is through WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination) or JEE Main scores. Counselling is conducted by WBJEEB. Candidates must have 10+2 with PCM and a minimum 45% aggregate.
Ques. Is GNIT affiliated to Anna University?
Ans. No, GNIT is affiliated to Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT), West Bengal, not Anna University. MAKAUT is the university governing most private engineering and technology colleges in West Bengal.
Ques. Does GNIT have hostel facilities?
Ans. Yes, GNIT has separate on-campus hostels for male and female students. Annual hostel fees are up to INR 78,000.
Ques. What PG programmes does GNIT offer?
Ans. GNIT offers M.Tech in CSE, Electronics and Communication Engineering, and Food Technology (each 2 years), and MCA (2 years). M.Tech admissions are through GATE or PGET scores. MCA admissions are through JECA.
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The total fee of GNIT Kolkata Master of Technology Food Technology (Science) course is INR Two lacs thirty thousand. The institute has not released the further fee structure of the course in online mode.
Candidate should have passed 10+2 or equivalent examination in science stream from a recognized board with minimum 45% aggregate marks with mathematics. GNIT candidates need to appear for WBJEE/ JEE Main/ CEE-AMPAI for admission to the B.Tech program. The Institute has collaborated with AIT (Bangkok), Moscow Power Institute (Russia), E-Cam Lyon (France), and Tel Aviv Institute of Technology (Israel) for the Foreign Academic Exchange Program. GNIT offers Hostel facilities to its students for both male and female students.
Kindly contact directly to the college via its office numbers- 9432012681 or 9073683911 to ask your queries.
The year-wise fee structure of GNIT B.Tech. is mentioned below:
You can apply for M.Tech Food technology by appearing WBUT PGET without applying GATE.
Admission depends on JEE Main, CEE AMPI, WBJEE exam scores. Students applying for any UG courses must appear in the Entrance exam and score good marks. Candidates must have passed a UG degree with 50% marks from a recognized University.