NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, ORISSA was established in the year 1961 with the mission to become an internationally acclaimed institution of higher learning that will serve as a source of knowledge and expertise for the society and be a preferred destination for undergraduate and graduate studies. The institute is highly reputed in the country and all across the globe and aims to advance and spread knowledge in the area of science and technology leading to creation of wealth and welfare of humanity. NIT Orissa builds an environment that is conducive to academic pursuit, nurturing creative thoughts and inculcating a spirit of inquiry. International students from Singapore, Malaysia, Bangladesh, Myanmar, Bhutan, Saudi Arabia, Sri Lanka, Pakistan, Oman, Iran, Nepal, Bhutan, Congo, Kuwait, UAE and Maldives head to NIT Rourkela for a quality education. Studying in this institute offers the chance to experience another culture, perfect your language skills and gain an internationally recognized qualification.  In order to address the interests and needs of the international student body, NIT Rourkela regularly collaborates with governmental bodies, educational providers, student societies and community organizations.