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The National Rail and Transportation Institute (NRTI), located in Vadodara, Gujarat, is India’s first university focused on transport-related education, research, and training. Established in 2018 under the aegis of the Ministry of Railways, NRTI has been declared a Deemed-to-be-University under the de novo category by the UGC. It is now part of Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya (GSV), a Central University.

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.

 

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Highlights

Highlights

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)

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Important Dates

(Tentative)

 Important Dates (Tentative for 2025)

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.

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Admission Process

Admission Procedure

Admissions are entrance-based and vary by program level.

Undergraduate Admissions:

  • Through CUET UG score (Conducted by NTA)
     

Postgraduate Admissions:

  • Based on CUET PG or GATE/CAT/MAT (Program-specific)
     

Steps:

  • Apply via NRTI/GSV official website
     
  • Submit entrance exam scores (CUET/GATE/CAT)
     
  • Participate in online counseling and seat allocation
     

Document verification and fee payment for final admission

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Scholarship

Scholarships

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

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Placements

Placements

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

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Rankings

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

National Rail and Transportation Instit... Courses & Fees

Course 1st Year Fees Eligibility
B. Tech ₹1.59 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) 10+2
MBA ₹2.23 Lakhs (1st Year Fees) Graduation + 55%

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National Rail and Transportation Instit... Facilities

Auditorium Auditorium

Cafeteria Cafeteria
Computer Lab Computer Lab
Laboratory Laboratory
Library Library
Medical Emergency Medical Emergency

Sport Sport



National Rail and Transportation Instit... Ratings & Reviews

Academics
Academics

8.2 / 10

Faculty
Faculty

7.4 / 10

Infrastructure
Infrastructure

6.6 / 10

Placement
Placement

6.9 / 10

Social Life
Social Life

6.7 / 10

Accommodation
Accommodation

6.9 / 10


National Rail and Transportation Instit... FAQs

Yes, it is a Central University under the Ministry of Railways (now called Gati Shakti Vishwavidyalaya).


Through CUET UG/PG and national entrance exams like GATE/CAT depending on the course.

Yes, separate AC/Non-AC hostels for boys and girls with all modern amenities.


Yes, partnerships with global universities for student mobility and joint research.

English is the medium for all programs.

The programs are multi-disciplinary covering engineering, data analytics, economics, and public policy.

No. Students are placed in logistics, consulting, infrastructure, tech, and public policy sectors as well.


National Rail and Transportation Instit...  Address

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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