1. Sikkim Manipal Institute of Technology
Located along the picturesque Teesta River in Majitar, SMIT is a premier private engineering institute under Sikkim Manipal University. Established in 1997, it has consistently grown in infrastructure, academic quality, and placements.
Key Highlights:
- Offers B.Tech, M.Tech, Integrated MSc/MBA, and Ph.D. programs.
- Popular B.Tech specializations: CSE, Civil, ECE, EEE, Mechanical, and IT.
- New-age specializations include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, and Data Science.
- NAAC A+ accredited, and CSE/IT programs are NBA accredited.
- Ranked within the 201–300 band in NIRF Engineering (2024).
The institute is well-known for its placement performance, with over 95% of students placed annually. In 2023, the highest package offered was approximately ₹36.5 LPA, with an average of ₹4.5–6 LPA. Major recruiters include TCS, Infosys, Cognizant, Microsoft, Wipro, Dell, and others.
SMIT also boasts strong infrastructure — residential hostels for over 3,000 students, a library with more than 500 seating capacity, sports facilities including a gym and swimming pool, Wi-Fi enabled classrooms, and a vibrant student life with cultural and technical fests.
While the institute has a beautiful campus and good placements, student feedback suggests areas for improvement such as faculty quality and coding culture.
2. National Institute of Technology, Sikkim
NIT Sikkim is one of India’s 31 National Institutes of Technology and was established in 2010. It enjoys the status of an Institute of National Importance and follows the government-supported NIT model. Though currently operating from a temporary campus in Ravangla, a permanent campus is under development in Khamdong.
NIT Sikkim offers a strong academic foundation with B.Tech programs in Civil, Mechanical, CSE, EEE, and ECE. It also offers M.Tech and Ph.D. programs in various fields.
Academic & Placement Highlights:
- Ranked in the 151–200 NIRF Engineering band (2022–2024).
- In 2024, the highest package touched ₹44 LPA, especially in CSE.
- Average CSE package: ₹13.76 LPA, with a placement rate of around 75%.
- Companies visiting include Deloitte, Wipro, Infosys, Cognizant, Capgemini, and others.
The institute houses the PARAM Kanchenjunga supercomputer, once the fastest among all NITs. Campus facilities include well-equipped laboratories, hostels, library, and sports grounds. Events like the Abhiyantran (tech fest) and Udgam (cultural fest) keep students engaged beyond academics.
While NIT Sikkim is relatively new, it continues to rise in terms of research output, student quality, and industry recognition.
SRM University, Sikkim
SRM University, Sikkim was founded in 2013 and is part of the renowned SRM Group, known for its high-quality private education in India. Located in Tadong, Gangtok, this university is NAAC A+ accredited, AICTE-approved, and ISO certified.
It offers a wide variety of undergraduate and postgraduate programs across its:
- School of Information Technology
- School of Management & Commerce
- School of Hospitality and Tourism
Courses include BCA, BBA, MBA, B.Com, B.Sc., and BHM. The university focuses heavily on industry-driven curriculum, field exposure, and applied learning.
Campus Life & Opportunities:
- State-of-the-art classrooms and labs
- Seminars, industrial visits, and research exposure
- Separate boys’ and girls’ hostels
- Events like Meraki (cultural fest) and Athlon (sports meet) enhance student engagement
SRM Sikkim has a growing reputation, especially among students seeking private university options in Northeast India. While placement data is still emerging, the university emphasizes skill-building, innovation, and collaborations with international institutions.