Netaji Subhas University of Technology was established in 1983 as Delhi Institute of Technology (DIT) by the Delhi Administration. In 1997, it was renamed Netaji Subhas Institute of Technology in honor of Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose, the Indian freedom fighter. In 2018, it was granted the status of a university and renamed Netaji Subhas University of Technology.

NSUT is a state university and is affiliated with the University of Delhi. The university is approved by the All India Council for Technical Education (AICTE) and is recognized by the University Grants Commission (UGC). It is also accredited by the National Board of Accreditation (NBA).

NSUT offers undergraduate (B.Tech, B.Des), postgraduate (M.Tech, MBA, M.Sc.), and doctoral (Ph.D.) programs in various disciplines. The undergraduate programs include branches like Computer Science and Engineering, Electronics and Communication Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, and more.

Admissions to the undergraduate programs at NSUT are based on the Joint Entrance Examination - Main (JEE Main) scores. The university also has a provision for Direct Admission to Students Abroad (DASA) and lateral entry admissions for diploma holders. For postgraduate courses, admissions are based on GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test in Engineering) scores for M.Tech programs and the Common Admission Test (CAT) scores for MBA programs.

NSUT has a modern and well-equipped campus with state-of-the-art facilities. The campus includes well-equipped laboratories, a central library with a vast collection of books and journals, computer centers, auditoriums, seminar halls, sports facilities, hostels, and a canteen.

NSUT has a highly qualified faculty comprising professors, associate professors, and assistant professors who are experts in their respective fields. The faculty members are actively involved in research, consultancy, and industry collaborations.

NSUT promotes research and innovation through various research centers and labs. The university encourages faculty and students to engage in research projects and provides support for patents, publications, and collaborations with industries and research organizations.

NSUT has a strong alumni network consisting of distinguished professionals who have excelled in their fields. The alumni association organizes events, workshops, and networking opportunities to foster interaction between alumni and current students