NATIONAL  INSTITUTE  OF  TECHNOLOGY  RAIPUR  (Institute of National Importance), situated in the capital of a newly incepted state of Chhattisgarh, has proven to be "avant-grade' in the field of science and technology over past few decades in this region. With sweet memory of foundation ceremony by our president Hon'ble Dr. Rajendra Prasad on 14th September 1956. the institute started with two departments namely Metallurgical and Mining Engineering. Later the inauguration of the Institute building was done by our Prime Minister Hon'ble Pt. Jawahar Lal Nehru on 14th March 1963. From 1st December 2005, the institute has become the National Institute of Technology.

     NIT Raipur is recognized worldwide as a leader in the field of research and education in engineering and sciences. Our mission is to create an ambience in which new ideas and creativity flourish. The motto of NIT Raipur is to provide learning blended with excellence, to create leaders of tomorrow. The dynamic and constantly evolving academic program reflects the institute's commitment to stay in tune with the expanding frontiers of knowledge worldwide. Extracurricular activities are also treated with equal importance towards overall development making the students at NIT Raipur fit to take on the challenges faced in the competitive corporate world.

     NIT Raipur's status as an national leader in technological education has been confirmed by its consistent domination of national ranking released by various reputed agencies and publications besides commendation from national media and voices of national renown. Time and again, NIT Raipur finds itself on the top- with impressive performance across all parameters.