National Institute of Technology Durgapur (NIT Durgapur or NIT DGP) is one of India's premier technical institutions, established in 1960 by the Government of India as an Institute of National Importance. Located in the industrial city of Durgapur in West Bengal, the institute was originally set up as a Regional Engineering College and was upgraded to NIT status with deemed university privileges. The campus spans approximately 187 acres and houses modern academic buildings, 14 hostels for boys and girls, well-equipped laboratories, a central library with over ten million resources including periodicals and study guides, sports facilities, and medical amenities. The institute offers programs across engineering, sciences, management, arts and humanities. NIT Durgapur provides B.Tech programs in various disciplines including Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Information Technology, Metallurgical and Materials Engineering, and more. The institute also offers M.Tech, MBA, MSW, M.Sc, B.Sc, and Ph.D programs. Ranked 49th in the Engineering category by NIRF 2025 with a score of 55.94, NIT Durgapur has established itself as a strong centre for technical education in eastern India. The placement record is impressive — during the 2025 season, the highest package was Rs 80 LPA with an average of Rs 12.61 LPA. The median B.Tech salary was Rs 11.24 LPA as per NIRF 2025. A total of 589 offers were made. In 2024, the highest package for EE was Rs 51 LPA, and ECE average was Rs 17.49 LPA. The institute is known for its strong academic culture, research-oriented faculty, and vibrant campus life. New academic blocks with centralized AC and modern classrooms enhance the learning environment. NIT Durgapur continues to attract top recruiters and produce graduates who excel in diverse fields of technology and management.