Eligibility Criteria
Review the eligibility criteria for our various programs to ensure you meet the requirements before applying.
Age Requirements
Minimum 17 years of age as of December 31st of the admission year.
Nationality
Indian nationals and NRIs are eligible. Foreign nationals can apply through the international student admission process.
Physical Fitness
Candidates must be physically fit and mentally sound. A medical certificate may be required at the time of admission.
Required Documents
- Proof of age (Birth Certificate/10th Certificate)
- Identity proof (Aadhaar Card/Passport/Voter ID)
- Address proof
- Qualifying examination mark sheets and certificates
- Category certificate (if applicable)
- Migration certificate from previous institution
- Recent passport-sized photographs
NITHEC follows the reservation policy as per government norms. The following categories are eligible for reservation:
- Scheduled Caste (SC): 15%
- Scheduled Tribe (ST): 7.5%
- Other Backward Classes (OBC-NCL): 27%
- Economically Weaker Section (EWS): 10%
- Persons with Disabilities (PwD): 5% horizontal reservation
Candidates seeking admission under reserved categories must submit valid category certificates issued by competent authorities.
The following relaxations in eligibility criteria are provided:
- 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks for SC/ST candidates
- 3% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks for OBC-NCL candidates
- 5% relaxation in minimum qualifying marks for PwD candidates
- Age relaxation of 5 years for SC/ST/PwD candidates
- Age relaxation of 3 years for OBC-NCL candidates
Important Note
The eligibility criteria mentioned above are general guidelines. Specific programs may have additional requirements. Please refer to the detailed program brochures or contact the admissions office for program-specific eligibility criteria.
Have Questions About Eligibility?
Our admissions team is available to help you determine if you meet the eligibility requirements for your desired program.