The Ministry of Education (Shiksha Mantralaya), Govt. of India vide its order no. F. 23-13-2009-TS-III Dated 30th of Oct. 2009 and 3rd March 2010, had decided to set up ten new NITs. In view of the above NIT Mizoram was started in the year 2010 in the state of Mizoram with an objective to impart education, research & training leading to B.Tech, M.Tech & PhD. degrees. This institute has been declared as an Institute of National Importance by an Act of Parliament. Here the students are admitted through All India Entrance Exam- Joint Entrance Exam (JEE Main).

NIT Mizoram is an Institute situated in the scenic beauty of Mizoram, wrapped between clouds and mountain rocks, which adds to its beauty. Being amongst the most educated states of our country with a literacy rate of 91%, it beholds a very peaceful and calm environment suitable for studies. The Institute, to cope with the present competitive needs, comprises of laboratories with the latest equipments and installed with best & latest softwares.

Vision:

To serve the societal needs of the country in particular and the world in general through achieving excellence in innovative scientific and technical education and cutting edge research.

Mission:

• To impart and enhance quality technical and scientific education to young men and women.
• To promote research in both fundamental and applied knowledge for the betterment of the society.
• To promote all fields of innovations and provide support to the entrepreneurs.