National Institute of Technology - [NIT], Hamirpur

Many unique aspects of NIT Hamirpur set it apart from other IITs and NITs. To list a few

• Location: NIT Hamirpur is situated 3000 ft above sea level in the lush green state of Himachal Pradesh. The campus is extremely serene and beautiful, unlike any other college. 
• Tourist locations : Another unique factor owing to its location is the number of tourist locations near the campus. Major tourist locations like Dharamshala, Shimla, Mandi, Manali, etc. are just 3-4 hours away. Students also make day trips to places like Sujanpur, Kangra Fort, Baba Balak Nath, Naina Devi, Jwala Devi, and Palampur. You can also plan a Trek to KheerGanga, Triund, Prashar Lake, etc. Even in your 4 years, you will not be able to explore all the places.
• Gender Ratio: Unlike most colleges, NIT Hamirpur has a very good ratio of girls to boys.

Every college has some or other unique factors that help it set itself apart from other colleges. In the case of NIT Hamirpur, its unique location and a number of tourist places around it make it stand out among other colleges. 

The CSE department at NIT Hamirpur has its own pros and cons. I have listed a few to answer your question 

Pros

• The CSE department of NIT Hamirpur has some exceptionally good faculty members. Their teaching styles are unique. 
• The curriculum of this department is one of the best. A few courses are so profound that CS students of this college have an upper hand when talking to other CS grads. 
• Students are taught diverse courses like AI, Data Mining, Agent-Based Systems, OS, Networks, Advanced Architecture, etc 

Cons

• The number of faculty members is low and the majority of them are not interested in teaching.
• Not many CS companies visit the campus for placements and most companies from the IT sector visit.
• Students aren’t offered any kind of industrial exposure.
• There aren’t any student projects, and only bookish knowledge is given preference.

However, being a CSE student at NIT Hamirpur is certainly a privilege given the fact that they have the maximum free time and also the best placement record. 

So weigh the pros and cons against your own preferences and make a wise decision.

There are three modes of transport to reach NIT Hamirpur, the road link, rail link, and air link. However, one needs to reach Delhi first. 

Road Link:

• Reach the ISBT KASHMIRI Gate Bus stand and get on a bus to Hamirpur. In case no direct buses are available, get on any bus going to UNA or CHANDIGARH.
• Go for bus services like HRTC, Punjab Bus Road Corporation, and Haryana Bus instead of private ones that are expensive. 
• You can also book your tickets in advance through a bus ticket booking app.

Railway Link:

• Sadly, Hamirpur has no railway connectivity and the nearest broad gauge train head is at Una, at a distance of 72 Km from Hamirpur. 
• You can reach Una from Delhi via two trains (Himachal Express (14553)& Jan Shatabdi (12057)). It takes around 10 hours. These run between UNA HIMACHAL (UHL) and DELHI(DLI) throughout the week.
• One can go to and from Hamirpur and Una via Bus or Taxi. 

Air Link

• The nearest airport is at Dharamshala which is about 75 Kms from Hamirpur. 
• Air India and Spicejet fly between Delhi and Gaggal daily. Additionally, there are regular flights up to Chandigarh, which is about 200 KM from Hamirpur. 

Hope this solves your query!

NIT Hamirpur gained NIT status in 2002. It's an autonomous engineering college offering quality education in various fields. It has a vibrant campus life thanks to its excellent infrastructure and crowd.

Campus

• The campus is surrounded by breathtaking snow-clad Dhauladhar mountain ranges with lush green pine trees surrounding it.
• There are enough facilities for indoor and outdoor games. 

Clubs 

Students are free to pursue their hobbies and other curricular and co-curricular passions by being a part of societies and clubs. Some very famous clubs of NIT Hamirpur are 

• Organisation Club
• Music Club
• PR Club
• Dance Club
• Fine Art Club
• Discipline Club
• Technical Club
• INS & Control Club
• English Club
• Decoration Club

Annual Fests

• The annual cultural festival Hillffair Annual Cultural Fest is held at a large scale and is a platform for showcasing talents from all over the nation
• NIMBUS is the Annual Technical Fest wherein students from different branches come together, form groups and make technical projects that are displayed in workshops and exhibitions. 

Hostel and Mess Facilities

• The college has sewerage accommodation facilities for both boys and girls. 
• Currently, there are 8 hostels for boys and 4 hostels for girls.
• Other hostel facilities include a well-furnished Dining Hall, Reading Room, Gymnasium, Sick Room, and Guest Room facility. 
• Every hostel has a mess that serves good food and other eatables.

Sports

• The Institute provides sports facilities for both outdoor and indoor activity. 
• Some sports facilities include a standard-size stadium and a pavilion where games like Cricket, Football, Basketball, Volleyball, Lawn Tennis etc. are played.

Annual Athletic Meet (Lalkaar)

During even semesters, various track and field events like 100 m, 200 m, 400 m,800 m, 1500 m, 5000 m, 4x100 m, 4x400 m, long jump, triple jump, high jump, shot put, javelin throw & discus throw are organized.

The above points prove that NIT Hamirpur has a dynamic campus life indeed. 

NIT Hamirpur is one of the premier engineering colleges offering UG and PG courses in various specializations. It offers B.Arch and M.Arch programs that are among the best in the country.

  Pros :

1. The academic environment is one of the best in the country. 
2. You get the tag of NIT which opens multiple doors of opportunity for you.
3. Most faculty members are Ph.D. holders from renowned institutes like IITs.
4. NIT Hamirpur has a very serene and breathtaking campus with many tourist areas nearby.
5. There are opportunities for both on and off campus
6. The food served in the mess and hostel facilities are amazing.

Cons:

1. You won't be able to experience the dynamic city life of a metro city here.
2. There are no outlets of KFC or Pizza Hut
3. There are serious connectivity issues here.

In my opinion, NIT Hamirpur is the perfect place to pursue Architecture given the fact that it's a 5-year rigorous bachelor course that requires a peaceful academic environment. The serene and picturesque ambiance of NIT Hamirpur serves this purpose best!

Here are some amazing things to do at NIT Hamirur

• Nothing is better than napping endlessly during your free time. Once you enter the harsh reality of the corporate world, you will realize how precious sleep is for you. 
• Another fun activity you can do here is explore the nearby jungles and trails in and outside the campus.
• Spend your free time socializing with your seniors instead of staying holed up in your room. Spending time with your seniors is beneficial both academically as well as socially.
• Take an early morning jog to Ahwadevi or Tonidevi. On the way, there are small schools and villages, which might intrigue you.
• You can also spend your free time exploring the market. The food served at stalls is worth trying.
• There are many temples which you can visit for a change. One such temple is Jwalaji. Also, go to the temple top of the Shiv temple.
• There are many places to explore around the campus like Chandigarh, Dharmashala, Shimla, Triund, and Nahan. Also, visit the Nangal Dam.

Make sure to explore Himachal and Kashmir during your stay and create a lot of memories during your time here!

The first-year students of NIT Hamirpur might feel a little lost since it is a remote location and a completely new place. Here are a few important tips for students starting their first year at NIT Hamirpur

• Maintain a good rapport with your seniors as they are very helpful and guide you both academically and emotionally.
• Don't stay holed up in your room but participate in outdoor activities and sports. This will give you a healthy mind and body.
• There are a plethora of clubs that cater to various passions. Join at least one club that helps you pursue your nonacademic interests.
• Don't waste your free time. Rather, adopt a productive hobby.
• Try to grab the position of the Mess Secretary, one of the most coveted posts among NIT Hamirpur students.
• Always respect your professors and maintain healthy relations with them.
• Most importantly, explore the amazing places around Himachal.

Hope these tips make your first year at NIT Hamirpur productive!

There is a wide scope of pursuing an MTech from NIT Hamirpur. Most MTech programs are research-oriented and NIT Hamirpur provides the resources and environment necessary for research. Here are the future prospects of this program 

• You can go for a Ph.D. in top colleges like IIT, IISC, etc. The NIT tag will surely put you ahead of others. You can get admission to NIT Hamirpur top if you have a good relationship with your guide.
• You can enter Academia by opting for a teaching job offered in campus placements in colleges like TMU, LPU, CU, etc. The average salary offered is 30k to 45k per month.
• CSE students have many placement opportunities in companies like TCS\Infosys, IBM, Samsung,Aricent etc. The average package offered by these companies is 4-5 LPA. You will also have the opportunity to join the R&D department with your research experience in masters. 
• A few PSUs also visit NIT Hamirpur offering decent packages. The chances of a PSU recruiting depend on the placement coordinator.

Summing up, the future prospects of MTech CSE and Mobile Computing students seem to be much more promising than those of other branches. 

In 2007, NIT Hamirpur was ranked as the best NIT in terms of infrastructure by the World Bank. It’s filled with natural beauty and has very beautifully designed buildings. There are more than 10,000 pine trees on the entire campus. The climate is usually pleasant and the view is breathtaking. I believe pictures speak more than a thousand words so here are a few photos of the campus 

The entrance 

Mall Road

Trijunction

Electrical Department

Central Block

Amul Outlet

Administrative block 

CSE department

Royal Department (Civil)

The pics must have given you an idea of the infrastructure at NIT Hamirpur.