National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research Kolkata Admission 2025: Dates, Eligibility, Application Process, Selection Criteria

The National Institute of Technical Teachers' Training and Research (NITTTR), Kolkata offers merit-based admissions to its postgraduate and doctoral programs. The institute evaluates candidates based on their performance in the last qualifying examination. NITTTR Kolkata provides five M.E./M.Tech courses, all affiliated with Maulana Abul Kalam Azad University of Technology (MAKAUT). The M.Tech programs are of 2 years duration, while the Ph.D. programs typically span 3 years. Admissions to the M.Tech courses are based on GATE scores, whereas Ph.D. admissions can be either direct—requiring qualifications such as UGC-NET, JRF, or SET—or indirect, involving an entrance test and interview to assess the candidate’s suitability. Application forms are available in PDF format on the official website and can be submitted either online or offline at the institute. By meeting the eligibility criteria and completing the application process, candidates can secure admission to the prestigious M.Tech and Ph.D. programs at NITTTR Kolkata.

NITTTR Kolkata Important Dates 

NITTTR Kolkata Ph.D. admissions deadline is May 22, 2025. Written test and/or interviews will be held on June 5–6, 2025 for shortlisted candidates. Prepare accordingly for selection.

NITTTR Kolkata PG Admission 2025

NITTTR Kolkata offers a 2-year full-time M.Tech program for PG Admission 2025 with a total intake of 93 seats. The program includes four specializations: Mechatronics Engineering, Multimedia & Software Systems, Manufacturing Technology, and Structural Engineering. Candidates must have a B.E./B.Tech degree with at least 55% in a relevant discipline. Admission is based on GATE scores followed by MAKAUT Counseling.

NITTTR Kolkata Ph.D. Admission 2025

NITTTR Kolkata offers a 3-year Ph.D. program with 8 seats across four specializations: Civil, Computer Science & Engineering, Mechanical, and Electrical Engineering. Candidates must hold a postgraduate degree in a relevant engineering field. Admission is based on UGC-NET, JRF, or SET qualifications and is finalized through MAKAUT Counseling for the 2025 academic session.

Admission Process

Applications are accepted at the institute’s campus. A pdf format of which is available online. Admissions are offered through MAKAUT counselling. 

How to Apply?

The applications are submitted through the official website of GOAPS. Wherein the applicant needs to register first to create a fresh registration with a single unique email id.

Documents Required

• Scanned photograph and signature
• Valid Photo ID (Aadhaar Card/Passport/Driving License/PAN Card/Voter ID/College ID/Employee Identification Card/Notarized Affidavit with Photo, Signature, Date of Birth and Residential Address).
• Degree Certificate/Provisional Certificate/Course Completion Certificate.
• Duplicate mark sheet of V /VI /VII semester.
• Final year students need to attach a Provisional Certificate Letter as per format given by the Home of Institute/Dean/Registrar/Head of Dept.
• Final year AMIE candidates must submit mark sheet for Section A of AMIE if it is professional equivalent qualification.
• Caste Certificate/Disability or PwD Certificate (if any).
• Applicants with a higher degree or masters need to submit qualifying degree certificate.

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