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NRTI offers specialized undergraduate and postgraduate programs in transportation technology, logistics, mobility, and policy studies. It aims to create a new generation of transportation professionals through interdisciplinary and industry-integrated education. The institution boasts a collaborative environment with global academic partners, leading to international exposure and research.
The campus offers cutting-edge infrastructure, digital classrooms, innovation labs, a central library, hostels, and student activity centers. Its emphasis on railway-specific knowledge, real-world problem-solving, and leadership development makes it a unique institution in India.
| Feature | Details | 
| Full Name | National Rail and Transportation Institute (Now Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya) | 
| Location | Vadodara, Gujarat | 
| Established Year | 2018 | 
| Recognized By | UGC (Deemed-to-be-University under de novo category) | 
| Governing Body | Ministry of Railways, Government of India | 
| Type | Central University (as Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya since 2022) | 
| Event | Date | 
| Application Start Date | April 2025 | 
| Last Date to Apply | June 2025 | 
| NRTI Entrance Exam | June/July 2025 | 
| Merit List & Admission Offers | July 2025 | 
| Academic Session Begins | August 2025 | 
Refer to official notifications for exact dates.
Admissions are entrance-based and vary by program level.
Undergraduate Admissions:
Postgraduate Admissions:
Steps:
Document verification and fee payment for final admission
| Scholarship Type | Eligibility | 
| Merit-Based Scholarships | Based on entrance exam ranks and academic performance | 
| Means-cum-Merit Scholarship | For students from economically weaker sections | 
| Government Schemes | Central & state scholarships (e.g., NSP, SC/ST/OBC) | 
| Research Assistantships | For PG and doctoral scholars | 
| Parameter | Details | 
| Average Salary Package | Rs 5 – Rs 6.5 LPA | 
| Highest Salary Package | Rs 12 LPA (in tech/consulting) | 
| Top Recruiters | Indian Railways, RITES, L&T, TCS, DP World, Deloitte, EY | 
| Placement Rate | 85–90% (in core & allied sectors) | 
| Internship Opportunities | Compulsory internships with Railways, Metro projects, logistics firms | 
| Training Support | Career development workshops, soft skills, domain training | 
Ranked 116 for Overall by Indiatoday 2022
 
| Ranking Body | Recognition | 
| India’s First Rail University | Specialized Institution in Transport Studies | 
| Ministry of Railways | Designated as a Central University (2022) | 
| UGC | Deemed-to-be-University under de novo category | 
| Course | 1st Year Fees | Eligibility | 
|---|---|---|
| B. Tech | ₹1.59 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | 10+2 | 
| MBA | ₹2.23 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) | Graduation + 55% | 
Lalbaug, Manjalpur, Vadodara, Gujarat 390004 Vadodara - 390004 Gujarat, India 1.48 KM PRATAPNAGAR RAILWAY STATION 0265-2638267 2652987 265-2648305 7306378198
 
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                                     Gujarat, Surat
                                             Gujarat, Surat