National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) was set up in 1964 at Chennai and is affiliated to University of Madras and Anna University Chennai. It offers Ph.D., PG, and various short-term certificate courses. Being recognized by AICTE, MHRD, UGC, and Government of India, this institute helps the candidates to research in the area of Engineering. Interested candidates will have to fill the application form online with their GATE score, qualify the additional Written Test and Interview for taking admission.

NITTTR Chennai Highlights

Established | Institution Type 1964 | Government (Autonomous)
Approved by AICTE, MHRD, Government of India, and UGC
Affiliation University of Madras and Anna University
Course Offered ME, Ph.D., and certificate short term Course
Application Mode Online
Admission Criteria Entrance-based
Official Website www.nitttrc.ac.in

NITTTR Important Dates

Event Dates
Common Engineering Admission Procedure (CEAP) 2023 Registration Start Date Under GATE Category (ME/MTech/MArch/MPlan) May 10, 2023
CEAP 2023 Registration Last Date Under GATE Category (ME/MTech/MArch/MPlan) May 31, 2023
Publication of CEAP 2023 Merit List for ME/MTech/MArch/MPlan Under GATE Category June 12, 2023
Choice Filling and Locking of choices (DA-GATE & GATE) (M.Tech.) June 12, 2023 - June 14, 2023
Publication of Tentative Allotment (DA-GATE & GATE) (M.Tech.) June 14, 2023
Confirmation of Tentative Allotment (DA-GATE & GATE) (M.Tech.) June 14, 2023 - June 15, 2023
Publication of Provisional Allotment (DA-GATE & GATE) (M.Tech.) June 16, 2023
Date of Joining the University (DA-GATE & GATE) (M.Tech.) Before June 23, 2023

NITTTR Chennai Courses

The Institute offers various programs at varied duration ranging from some Short duration certificate training program to full-time PG degree in ME/ M.Tech. as well as Ph.D. across varied specialization. Ph.D. Admission might need the candidates to clear additional rounds excluding the entrance.. The popular courses among them are:

Course Specialization Eligibility
ME Infrastructure engineering and management UG Degree in B.Tech. from a recognized University with minimum of 60% marks.
Ph.D. Engineering Education and Civil engineering PG Degree in relevant discipline with a mini. of 55% (50% for reserved categories).
Certificate Course Faculty Development Programme (FDP) -

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NITTTR Chennai Admission

Admission to all these programs are done on the basis of marks scored in the previous qualifying examination, entrance test, and personal interview. Admission basis is entrance-based majorly. 

Admission related procedures are carried out online. 

Application Procedure: 

  • Visit the official website to apply online for the program of your choice.
  • Search the upcoming section for the application forms for the respective courses available in the form of Google doc. format.
  • Once you click on apply Google docs, forms will open and you have to fill and choose all the required information like name, DOB, category, department, email, course code, and title, etc. and submit it.
  • Candidates then will be invited for the written test and personal interview. 
  • Selection will be done the basis on the overall performance of the applicant and a final merit list will be displayed on the institute website.
  • The Selected applicants will have to complete the admission procedure within the proposed last date of admission by paying the admission fees and submitting the original required documents. 

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NITTTR Chennai Facilities

Facilities offered by the institution include:

  • Library- The fully air-conditioned library at the institution has 30,000+ books, 4500+ volumes, and nearly 1700 journals that fuels the academic and research activity of the institutes and provide a peaceful study environment. The library also provides the faculty as well as the students with access to E-Resources.
  • Laboratories- This institute has fully equipped modern Laboratories for the budding scholars to apply their theoretical knowledge for carrying out practical experiments and researches.
  • Seminar Hall- This institution has a seminar Hall that has a seating capacity of about more than 200 persons at a time and is well equipped to hold various activities and seminars. 
  • Canteen- It has a well-stacked canteen that caters to the eateries of the students and the faculty members by providing them with good food and all kind of snacks at an affordable rate.
  • Hostel- The hostel amenities assists the outstation students by providing them with accommodation facilities so that they could feel as if they are at home.

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NITTTR Chennai Faculty

The faculty of the institute under the directorship of Dr. Sundhindra Nath Panda is very dedicated towards imparting a high level of professional knowledge and skills to the students in their technical field. This college has 28 teaching faculty members who are extremely qualified and have eminent knowledge and experience in their field of expertise. There is also assistance provided from the non- teaching faculty of the Institution. The faculty of this Institute served as resource persons for Development of Curricula by the Autonomous Polytechnics and Engineering Colleges in the Southern states in addition to their professional assistance to AICTE, ISTE, MHRD, DOTEs, Deemed Universities, etc. 

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NITTTR Chennai FAQs

Ques. How does one reach NITTTR Chennai?

Ans. One can reach the institution through Train (15 km), or bus (13 km) if you live in Chennai itself.

Ques. What is the fee structure for Ph.D. program at NITTTR Chennai?

Ans. Ph.D. admissions takes place in two specializations. Two categories of Ph.D. programs are available in Full-time and Part-time. The total fees for the first year of Ph.D. students is INR 22,300.

Ques. What documents are required during admission at NITTTR Chennai?

Ans. The documents required at the time of admission are: 10th class mark sheet (for date of birth confirmation),12th class mark sheet and school passing certificate, provisional certificate, Category (if applicable) and Physically handicapped certificate (if applicable) Valid GATE Score Card, and Experience certificate. All these documents should be self-attested.

Ques. Does NITTTR Chennai provide hostel Facilities to outstation students?

Ans. Yes, it does provide hostel Facility for its outstation students so that they feel at home with an in-built mess for enjoying healthy cooked meals.

Ques. What is the admission criteria for PG course at NITTTR Chennai?

Ans. Candidates who wants to get admission in the PG Program should have a valid GATE scorecard with a good score alongside a bachelor degree in B.Tech./ B.E.