About Us
About Bhopal
Bhopal, the capital of Madhya Pradesh and the “City of Lakes,” seamlessly blends historical heritage with modern urban development. The city is known for its old markets, mosques, and palaces alongside contemporary infrastructure.
Connectivity:
- Well connected by rail, road, and air
- Direct flights to Delhi, Mumbai, Indore, Ahmedabad, and Hyderabad
Distance from MANIT:
- 9 km – Bhopal Railway Station
- 7 km – Rani Kamlapati Railway Station
- 18 km – Bhopal Airport
Weather: October is generally pleasant.
About the Institute
Maulana Azad National Institute of Technology (MANIT), Bhopal is a premier technical institution and an Institute of National Importance under the Ministry of Education, Government of India. Established in 1960 as one of the first Regional Engineering Colleges, the institute was upgraded to a National Institute of Technology in 2002 and accorded the status of an Institute of National Importance under the NIT Act, 2007. MANIT offers undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs across engineering, sciences, architecture, planning, management, and computer applications, and maintains strong academic standing at the national level.
The institute is supported by advanced research infrastructure, including the Central Research Facility (CRF), the Space Technology Incubation Centre (STIC) established in collaboration with ISRO, and the Regional Centre for Geodesy, along with well-equipped multidisciplinary laboratories. These facilities support fundamental and applied research, innovation, and industry–academia collaboration. Located on a 650-acre green campus in Bhopal, MANIT provides a comprehensive academic and research ecosystem that contributes to scientific advancement and technological development.