Sardar Vallabhbhai National Institute of Technology, Surat
About
OfficialLeading NIT offering 11 B.Tech, 21 M.Tech, and doctoral programs with Institution of National Importance status.
- Established 1961 as Regional Engineering College; became National Institute of Technology in 2002
- Granted 'Institution of National Importance' status under NIT Act 2007
- NIRF ranking: 65 (2023) and 59 (2024) among technical institutes in India
- 11 B.Tech programs, 21 M.Tech programs, 3 integrated M.Sc programs, MBA in Business Analytics
- Doctoral programs in Engineering, Science, Management, and English
- 9 hostels (7 boys, 1 girls, 1 guest house) with Wi-Fi, sports, and recreational facilities
Academics
SVNIT offers comprehensive undergraduate and postgraduate education across engineering and science disciplines. The institute provides 11 B.Tech degree programs, 21 M.Tech specializations, three 5-year integrated M.Sc programs in Chemistry, Mathematics, and Physics, and a 5-year integrated B.Tech and M.Tech program. Additionally, the institute offers Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics and doctoral programs in Engineering, Science, Management, and English. B.Tech and M.Sc admissions are merit-based through JEE (Main) examination, while M.Tech admissions consider GATE scores and qualifying degrees. The institute has adopted revised curricula aligned with global standards and offers B.Tech (Honours) and B.Tech (Minor) programs for greater flexibility.
Campus & Infrastructure
The residential campus in Ichchhanath, Surat spans a vast area with 9 hostels accommodating students. All hostels are equipped with Wi-Fi/LAN internet, mess facilities, and recreational amenities including fully equipped sports facilities, music rooms, and television rooms. The institute operates frequent shuttle buses connecting the main gate to academic and hostel zones. Central facilities include a Central Computer Centre, Central Library, Health Center, Guest House, Day Care Centre, and Canteen. The campus also houses specialized centers including the Centre for Tribal Technology Development and Centre for Indian Knowledge Systems & Holistic Education.
Admissions
B.Tech admissions are conducted through JEE (Main) via the Joint Seat Allocation Authority (JoSAA). Candidates must have passed Class 12 with minimum 75% aggregate marks and studied Physics, Mathematics, and one of Chemistry/Biology/Biotechnology. M.Tech admissions require a valid GATE score and a qualifying B.E./B.Tech degree with minimum 60% marks (55% for SC/ST). Ph.D admissions involve a rigorous selection process including percentage requirements, GATE scores, and written/interview tests. The institute also admits international students through ICCR (Indian Council of Cultural Relations) and Study in India (SII) programs, with dedicated seats in various B.Tech and M.Tech programs.
Research & Development
The institute is recognized by the Government of India as a Quality Improvement Programme (QIP) center for M.Tech and Ph.D. studies. SVNIT actively promotes research through its doctoral programs and M.Tech (Research) offerings across all engineering disciplines. The institute hosts numerous international conferences and workshops, including the International Conference on Soft Computing (SoCTA), International Conference on Thermal and Fluid Engineering, and specialized training programs in emerging areas like Quantum Computing and Semiconductor Technology. Research output is tracked through Scopus and Web of Science publications.