Jalandhar, the former capital of Punjab, is one of the oldest cities of India. The city has developed into an industrial hub and has been urbanization rapidly. Being a part of the Indus Valley Civilization, the city had its own mark in history right from Ramayan to Freedom movement. Jalandhar is also the place of many sports colleges and stadiums, educational institutes, cantonment, tourist places and to major hospitals. It is the spot for educational aspirants as several Universities, colleges and Institutes are placed here.
About NIT College in Punjab
The National Institute of Technology Jalandhar is named after Dr.B.R.Ambedkar. It is established in 1987 and its motto is ‘Hail Saraswati’ which means offering respects to Goddess Saraswati. The institute is spread over a vast area of 154 acres and provides quality education to its students.
The Undergraduate and PostGraduate courses offered by the institute are B.Tech, M.Tech, M.Sc, MBA and Ph.d. Few of the courses are offered as part-time also. Admissions to these courses are on the basis of rank obtained by the student in the entrance tests. Joint Entrance Examination (JEE) Mains score is considered for B.Tech. and GATE score is considered for M.Tech. For the Ph.d program research work and interview are compulsory. The campus has residential facilities for students as well as faculty and these are equipped with all the basic amenities and daily necessities.
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The institute has many student organizations that take care of cultural fests, academic events, sports, activity clubs etc and department societies help the students in the developing every aspect. With 3500 students and 150 plus academic staff the institution is heading towards excellence.
Career Options for NITians in Punjab
Campus Selections are conducted every year in the institution and many MNCs and industries hire students according to their requirements. Jalandhar has automotive industries and surgical equipment production industries. Students have ample options in the city as well as in other parts of the country.