The National Institute of Technology (NIT) is a group of autonomous public technical and research universities in India. Established to promote higher education in engineering and technology, NITs offer undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs in various fields. They are known for their rigorous academic standards and are recognized as institutes of national importance. NITs are spread across the country, with each institute operating independently while following a common admission process through the Joint Entrance Examination (JEE). They focus on research and innovation, contributing significantly to India's technological advancements and workforce development in engineering and related disciplines.